info@alterationsboutique.co.ukLadies Alterations and Ladies Tailoring from Alterations Boutique
With over 40 years of experience, Alterations Boutique has established itself as London’s foremost expert in garment alterations. Whether your favourite clothes need restyling, resizing, remodeling, altering, or repairing, our highly skilled and experienced team will work tirelessly to ensure they fit you perfectly.
Located conveniently across London, we ensure there’s always a branch near you. We are renowned for our meticulous attention to detail, competitive pricing, and award-winning customer service.
Our esteemed clientele includes leading British designer Jenny Packham, who exclusively entrusts us with her intricate evening wear and wedding dresses—a testament to the exceptional quality and craftsmanship we deliver.
Below are just some examples of the work we perform:
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Why Choose Us?
At Alterations Boutique, we are committed to excellence. Our highly experienced and fully qualified seamstresses dedicate as much time as necessary to ensure your garment achieves the perfect fit. We are not satisfied until you are completely happy with the results.
We have earned an outstanding reputation for delivering impeccable alterations, whether it involves restyling, resizing, remodelling, altering, or repairing garments. What truly sets us apart is our ability to achieve a flawless factory finish. This means any alterations we perform are seamless, unnoticeable, and untraceable, with the original stitch pattern, thread color, and every detail matched perfectly.
This attention to precision makes us London’s number-one choice for garment alterations. Our reputation is built on the exceptional quality of our work, our award-winning customer service, and the fair, reasonable prices we offer.
Ladies Alterations and Repairs
At Alterations Boutique, we understand that each fabric requires specialized skills and meticulous handling, particularly when dealing with delicate materials like silk, sequins, intricate lace, leather, and fur. Our highly skilled seamstresses excel in all types of garment adjustments, including restyling, resizing, remodeling, and performing invisible repairs, ensuring that each piece fits perfectly while retaining its original charm and detail.
Our team is dedicated to helping you look your best. We offer honest, expert advice and leverage our deep understanding of fashion and garment construction to deliver outstanding results. Each of our seamstresses is a qualified dressmaker, fully equipped with the knowledge and skills to work with complex designs and structures. Trust us to preserve the integrity and beauty of your garments while tailoring them to fit you flawlessly.
Dress Alterations
With over 40 years of dress alteration expertise, Alterations Boutique is the trusted choice for perfecting your wardrobe. Our highly skilled seamstresses are adept at handling any alteration challenge, from simple hem shortening to extensive modifications on even the most intricate fabrics and embellishments. Whether it’s a luxury beaded gown, a sequined evening dress for a grand event, or a straightforward work dress requiring adjustments, we ensure each garment fits you flawlessly.
Beyond basic alterations, we excel in transforming dresses to reflect your personal style and taste. Our team has extensive experience working with delicate laces and luxury fabrics that are typically challenging to alter. We focus meticulously on every detail to ensure the finished garment not only fits perfectly but looks like it was made just for you, with no signs of alteration. At Alterations Boutique, our passion for excellence and unmatched attention to detail set us apart, making every alteration an art form.
Take in or Let out Dress sides
Narrow Dress shoulders
Shorten / Lengthen Dress
Shorten / Lengthen Dress Straps
Reshape Dress neckline
Replace Dress Zip
Restyle Dress
General Dress Repairs
Skirt Alterations
We possess extensive experience in handling a wide array of fabrics, from leather to delicate lace, sequin, beads, and other challenging materials. For skirts that don’t fit quite right—whether they’re too loose or too tight around the waist or hips—we expertly adjust the side seams or the centre back seam to increase or reduce size effectively. During a fitting with our skilled seamstress, we tailor each skirt to ensure it complements your body shape perfectly.
For those seeking a neater silhouette, we offer tapering services that can fully or partly narrow your skirt. For a subtle taper, we meticulously remove excess fabric from the inside seams. Additionally, we are adept at shortening hems on skirts with single or multiple layers, carefully maintaining the original design and integrity of the garment.
Take in or Let out Skirt waist
Shorten / Lengthen Skirt
Replace Skirt Zip
General Skirt Repairs
Coat/Jacket Alterations
Our highly trained seamstresses possess the expert skills needed to tailor your coat or jacket for the perfect fit. To enhance the fit, we can precisely take in the side seams or rear centre seam, creating a more flattering silhouette. We also specialize in shortening the length of your coat or sleeves while perfectly matching the original stitch pattern, thread colour, and any details.
When it comes to shortening sleeves, we offer two options: shortening from the crown (shoulder) or from the sleeve end. With over 40 years of experience, we recommend shortening from the crown as the most effective method to maintain the integrity of the design, ensuring that cuff details or ‘shams’ are not disturbed and that the proportions remain original.
Additionally, we can narrow or ‘chip’ the shoulders of your coat for a neater fit, add shoulder pads to define the silhouette or correct a dropped shoulder, and remove any excess fabric across the back neck area or ‘Square back neck’ by adjusting the back neck and shoulder seam for a smoother fit.
If your coat’s lining shows wear, we can replace the lining with a closely resembling colour or a new colour of your choice, adding more pockets or details as requested. Basic alterations like zip or button replacements are also services we are pleased to offer. Trust us to deliver meticulous alterations that preserve and enhance the style and functionality of your garment.
Take in or Let out Coat/Jacket sides
Narrow Coat/Jacket shoulders
Shorten / Lengthen Coat/Jacket sleeves
Shorten / Lengthen Coat/Jacket
Adjust Coat/Jacket lapel shape
Reline Coat/Jacket
Replace Coat/Jacket zip
Replace Coat/Jacket buttons
General Coat/Jacket repairs
Trousers alterations
For trousers that don’t fit just right—whether they’re too loose or tight around the waist—our skilled seamstresses can quickly and precisely adjust the centre back seam to either increase or reduce the size. During a fitting, we can further tailor the fit by shaping the seat and adjusting the fork, raising or lowering it as necessary to ensure optimal comfort and appearance.
For those seeking a tighter, more streamlined look, we offer tapering services. This can be done subtly by removing excess fabric from the inside leg seam, or more dramatically by narrowing the entire leg through adjustments on both the inside and outside leg seams.
We also specialize in shortening trousers. This process is meticulously done by hand to ensure the stitching remains invisible from the outside, preserving the original look and integrity of the garment. Whether you need a minor adjustment or a significant alteration, trust us to deliver tailor-made perfection that enhances both fit and style.
Lower Trouser waistband
Take in or let out Trouser waist and seat
Take in or let out Trouser waist, seat and fork
Shorten / lengthen Trouser with a plain hem
Shorten / lengthen Trouser with a turn up
Add tape to the Trouser hems
Take in / let out Trouser seams
Install a front Trouser lining
Fully line Trouser
Replace Trouser zip
General Trouser repairs
Jeans Alterations
When shortening jeans, we are able to retain a pre-worn finish by cutting away the original hem and reinstating it at the required length. When tapering (narrowing) jeans, we pay close attention that the original stitching and thread colour is matched perfectly.
Lower Jeans waistband
Take in or let out Jeans waist and seat
Take in or let out Jeans waist, seat and fork
Shorten / lengthen Jeans with original hem
Take in / let out Jeans seams
Replace Jeans zip
Replace Jeans rivets
Replace Jeans buttons
General Jeans repairs
Blouse Alterations
If the general fit of your blouse isn’t quite right, our alterations can seamlessly adjust its shape and size. Whether your blouse feels too loose or tight, we can efficiently modify it by altering the centre back seam or side seams. Sleeves can be both shortened and tapered to enhance fit and style. Additionally, we can insert darts to narrow the waist, fine-tune the hips, and slightly adjust the chest area, effectively removing any excess fabric that detracts from a flattering silhouette.
Our skilled team has extensive experience with all types of fabrics, from delicate lace to intricate sequins and beads, which are notoriously challenging to alter. We ensure meticulous attention to detail throughout the alteration process to achieve a result that not only fits perfectly but also looks as if it were made for you, enhancing your figure without any visible signs of modification. Trust us to deliver alterations that transform your blouse into a piece that feels custom-tailored, perfectly contouring to your body.
Take in or Let out Blouse sides
Narrow Blouse shoulders
Shorten / Lengthen Blouse sleeves
Shorten / Lengthen Blouse
General Blouse repairs
Leather Jacket Alterations and Repairs
If your leather jacket isn’t fitting correctly or has suffered a tear, our skilled team is equipped to perform the necessary alterations or repairs. Working with leather requires a high level of expertise, as incorrect alterations can permanently damage this durable yet delicate material. At our boutique, we understand the precision required for leather work.
Our experienced seamstresses are proficient in various specialized techniques, including panel replacement, which allows us to meticulously restore your leather jacket or coat. Whether it’s resizing to improve fit or repairing damage, we ensure that every alteration preserves the garment’s original aesthetics and integrity.
A rip or tear doesn’t have to signal the end for your cherished leather piece. Trust our professionals to extend the life of your jacket or coat, returning it to you looking as good as new.
Take in or Let out Leather Jacket sides
Narrow Leather Jacket shoulders
Shorten / Lengthen Leather Jacket sleeves
Shorten / Lengthen Leather Jacket
Repair Leather Tears
Replace Leather Jacket Zip
Narrow Leather Jacket sleeves
General Leather Jacket Repairs
Fur Coat Alterations and Fur Repairs
Let our skilled furrier breathe new life into your old fur coat or jacket by restyling it for a more contemporary look. Whether it’s remodeling the sleeves or collar, or transforming it into a completely new fur item like a fur gilet, a hat, or a scarf, our team has the creativity and expertise to reimagine your garment in ways you never thought possible.
Performing alterations and repairs on fur garments requires the precision of a seasoned furrier equipped with the right tools and training. Alterations must be executed using specialized equipment, including specific needles and thread types that are suited to the unique properties of fur. Given the complexity of even the simplest remodeling job, it’s crucial to entrust your valuable fur pieces to professionals like our experienced furrier. Trust us to handle your fur garments with the utmost care and expert craftsmanship.
Take in or Let out Fur Coat sides
Narrow Fur Coat shoulders
Shorten / Lengthen Fur Coat sleeves
Shorten / Lengthen Fur Coat
Adjust Fur Coat collar shape
Restyle Fur Coat
Repair Fur Coat tears
Replace Fur Coat hooks
General Fur Coat repairs
Reassurance
At Alterations Boutique, all members of our team are qualified Dressmakers or Tailors, possessing a solid foundation in their craft. Despite their existing qualifications, each team member must complete a rigorous training program specific to our boutique to ensure that their work meets our high standards. This training isn’t a one-time event; we provide ongoing, regular training sessions to help our team continue to refine and master their skills. This commitment to excellence ensures that every alteration or repair we perform is executed with unmatched precision and care.
Costs
We believe in offering our customers fair and reasonable prices, which is why we conduct regular research to ensure our rates remain competitive. While we understand the importance of knowing costs upfront, garments can vary significantly in terms of fabric, finishing, construction, and detailing. For this reason, we encourage customers to visit us for a free, accurate, and no-obligation quote.
During your appointment, we will provide a detailed breakdown of costs so you have a clear understanding of the charges. We will do our best to work within your budget while maintaining our commitment to delivering outstanding quality workmanship.
Our Fair and Reasonable Price Policy ensures that our customers receive exceptional service and superior craftsmanship without paying premium prices.
Recent Events and Publications
Below is a dress that Alterations Boutique altered the award-winning British actress Helen McCrory who has appeared in 'Skyfall', 'Harry Potter', 'The Queen', 'The Count of Monte Cristo' and 'The Woman in Black'. Helen asked Alterations Boutique to restyle her beautiful Christian Dior dress for the Emmy Awards 2013 which she attended with her husband Damian Lewis ('Homeland' star).
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Alterations Boutique made the first replica of Kate Middleton's Wedding dress as commissioned by the Times in 5 hours! Watch Maria Blazquez, the founder of Alterations Boutique being interviewed on Sky News (CLICK ON LINK BELOW) and David Emanuel the designer of Diana's (Princess of Wales) wedding dress, praising our dress on ITV's Lorraine show on 02.05.11 (CLICK ON LINK BELOW). You can click on the link below to read the full story.
