Cold weather means one thing, it’s time to layer up. Wearing layers doesn’t have to be all about keeping you warm, it can be a fashion statement too. Long gone are the days where we just put on as many layers as we could to stay warm, now you can do it while sticking to the current fashion trends! Keep reading for tips on how you can incorporate layering into your fashionable wardrobe.
There’s nothing worse than when you put together a gorgeous autumnal outfit just to realise it’s chilly outside and you really need to wear a jacket. Well fear no more, there are some really stylish jackets out there to help complete your look rather than deflate it. It’s time to stock your wardrobe with some essential autumnal jackets.
Many people are beginning to focus more on their capsule wardrobe. This is a set number of clothes you own that can easily mix and match with each other to create a range of different outfits. A lot of the pieces you buy can be worn all year round, so it really helps you save money instead of constantly buying new pieces of clothing.
Without any guidance it can be difficult to know where to start. We’ve put together this four step guide to help you create your very own capsule wardrobe, so you know you always have something stylish to wear.
As the seasons’ change, so do the clothes we wear. It can be easy to think you need to buy yourself an entirely new wardrobe as soon as the sun starts shining. The truth is you probably have a lot of potential sitting in your wardrobe you just haven’t thought about! A lot of the time our winter clothing is made up of much more material, which gives you a lot to work with when it comes to creating a new item from it.
Alterations are available on a range of different clothing items, and it can make such a difference when you get certain items tailored. Whether it’s something that you wear daily, or a special outfit you’ll only wear once, alterations can completely transform how you feel in an outfit. When you look your best you feel your best, and the small price of alterations is definitely worth it for the confidence you will exude when you wear your altered clothes.
Choosing what to wear on your prom night can be a difficult choice. There are so many different styles and options out there that it can be quite overwhelming to decide what it is that you want! There is also always the fear that you’ll turn up wearing the exact same gown as somebody else. So, how do you make a prom dress so unique that you don’t need to overthink everything? Keep reading for some tips on how the addition of alterations can help to create your very own unique prom dress.
Jeans are one of those staple items that every woman needs in their wardrobe. They can be dressed up or dressed down, perfect for any time of day, and also are great for wearing all year round. A lot of people struggle and say that jeans don’t flatter them, but the truth is there is a pair of jeans out there for everyone! You just need to find the right shape and style that suits you, rather than just going with the latest fashion trend.
Finding the perfect pair of jeans to flatter your body type can be a stressful time, which is why we’ve put this guide together to help you. Keep reading for our recommendations of what jeans you should go for that will suit your body type.
If there is one thing people are great at buying too many of, it’s coats and jackets. Every year when the new season comes it’s so easy to pop into a shop and see all the new styles out and convince yourself you need to buy a new one, when realistically they’re all pretty much the same. A great way to simplify your wardrobe is to stick to the staples, and only have what you need. We’ve put together this blog to help you choose your four most essential coats to have in your wardrobe, and stop you overbuying! Keep reading for the coats everyone needs in their wardrobe.
The new year always brings along with it a variety of resolutions for people, but have you ever thought about fashion resolutions? Clothing is a really important part of everybody's life, so it is the perfect place to start with some small resolutions for yourself! If you are looking for inspiration, look no further. These resolutions all about ways we can be more selective of our clothing and make a difference to the health of the planet as well as our own sense of style. Keep reading for 4 fashion resolutions you should try in 2021!
The perfect pair of trousers can really up your fashion game, but how do we know what style to choose? Choosing the perfect pair of trousers for you can be a frustrating experience when you don’t know what you are looking for. You want something that is flattering for your body type, camouflages any areas you feel self conscious of, while also adding versatility and style to your wardrobe.
A lot more people are starting to get their clothing altered. Not only does it save you money, but it also helps to reduce your carbon footprint and help to save the planet, a win win! Alterations can fix a lot of things, but it’s important to know when you should alter something and when you should just give it up and replace it instead. Keep reading for advice you can use when deciding if you should alter or replace some of your clothing.
A suit is a staple in most men's wardrobes, known for hundreds of years as a sign of sophistication and style. If there is anything that can take away from the look of a suit it’s when it does not fit the wearer properly. Not everybody can afford to get suits completely made from scratch for them, which is why they are often bought from shops. The good news is, suit alterations are available to take these suits from off-the-rack, to perfectly tailored to your body. The fit of the suit can make all the difference to how you look and feel, which is why we are here to tell you all about how a suit should actually fit. Keep reading for all you need to know about the fit of a suit and the alterations available to give you the perfect fit.
Having your clothing tailored can turn an item of clothing from just ‘ok’ to an absolute show stopper. How clothing fits you can truly transform both the way you both look and feel, giving you that appearance that you have spent hours getting ready just because your clothing fits you properly. You might not realise what a difference tailoring your clothing can make, which is why we have put together this blog with just some of the reasons you should have your clothing tailored. Keep reading for four reasons you need to visit your tailor with some of your staple pieces of clothing.
Now that autumn is here, we are seeing a shift in fashion trends. As the weather gets colder we have to change up the clothes we’re wearing. Just because it is getting colder doesn’t mean all fashion needs to go out the window! There are plenty of fashionable autumn trends that you can get involved in. You may even have some clothes from last year that you’d like to wear, which is where clothing alterations come in. Keep reading for the autumn 2019 fashion trends you need to know about.
Clothing alterations can truly make all the difference to how an item of clothing looks on you. You might not notice what’s lacking when you have the original garment on, but once you try it with new alterations you will immediately see the difference it makes to how you look and feel. Whether it’s an item for work, an event, or just day to day life, change the way you look and feel with some small alterations to your clothing. We’ve listed just a few of the alterations you can have that will completely change the way your clothing fits and feels, so keep reading for some of the clothing alterations we can do for you.
Leather clothing is a staple wardrobe item for almost all of us. Whether it is your favourite leather jacket that you wear almost every day, or a treasured pair of leather trousers that you only get out on special occasions, there’s leather clothing out there for everybody. There’s no hiding the fact that real leather items can be more expensive than the average item of clothing. To source the material is more expensive for the manufacturer, although due to its sturdy and long lasting structure, leather items are worth that extra bit of money. If you look after your leather clothes, they truly can last you a long time.
Summer comes out of nowhere, so most the time we aren’t prepared for the sudden sunny days! There is nothing worse than going out in the sun and being uncomfortable in thick winter clothes, which is why you should consider clothing alterations. Buying new clothes can be expensive and unsustainable, whereas alterations give you the opportunity to put a new life into some old clothing that you no longer wear, and have it be completely unique to you!
Prom season is upon us, and you need a dress that makes you feel like a princess for the day. Prom is about celebrating the end of your time at school, and you want to go out feeling like the best version of yourself.
Of course the first step is finding your perfect style of dress. From fishtail to ballgown, you are sure to find something that suits you and your personality perfectly. The next step, and arguably most important, is getting the perfect fit, which is where prom dress alterations come in.
Alterations Boutique is one of London’s leading dress alterations experts. Customers frequently ask if it’s possible to alter a prom dress, wedding dress, ball gown, work uniform, cocktail dress… the list goes on. To make things simple, we’ve put together a guide on which dresses can be altered.
The end of next month will see us move into the autumnal equinox, swapping our short and t-shirts combinations for jeans and jumpers. For many of us a whole year may have passed since we last tried on many items of our autumn wardrobes, and many of us may find items don’t still fit quite as well as they did the year before. This is a very common occurrence and one which we can easily rectify for you. Whether you’re looking to re-model your entire wardrobe or require something more specific such as bridesmaid dress alterations, our dedicated and skilled team are ready to be of service.
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