CUSTOM ALTERATIONS
JACKETS, COATS
shorten sleeves - $68, ($48 with no buttons), $118 - through armhole (with functional buttons)
lengthen sleeves - $76 (if extra fabric is needed)
take in back - $44 (without vent) or $54 (with vent)
taper sleeves - $66 (one seam), $78 (2 seams)
take in sides - $68 (with no vents) or $78 (with vents)
shorten a jacket - $78
altering tight armholes - $68
lapels flair-out -$78
collar roll - $70
add shoulder pads -$46
changing a lining - from $200 (labor only, whole jacket), +$40 for each inside pocket
shoulders take up/ redo - $86
changing/ adding a zipper on a jacket or coat - from $68
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TROUSERS, SLACKS, PANTS
invisible hem, plain hem - $16,
hem with heel guard - $18,
lengthening with seam binding - $26
plain hem with lining - $32
military hem - $26
with cuffs or with elastic or with slit - $26,
make shorts from pants - $20
waist and seat (in/out) - $38, with lining - $50
seat (in/out) - $26
taper - $30 (ankle only), $38 (from knee down), $48 (from pockets down), $48 (take-in seat, hips with pockets) or $68 (from the waistband down)
crotch circumference alteration - $40, or $56 (with taper pants), $66 (crotch + taper + seat)
replace a zipper - from $44
pocket extensions - from $34
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SHIRTS, BLOUSES, TOPS
darts - $36,
take in sides (sleeves + body) - $46 (easy), $50 (with topstitching), $64 (lapped seams), or $42 (half of the shirt with lapped seams)
shorten a shirt - $20 (t-shirt, knit top), 34 (straight), or $ 46 (curved / with slits or tails)
lining (additional) - $16
shorten sleeves - $20 (t-shirt, knit top), or $40 (with cuffs), or $56 (cuffs with sleeve plackets), shorten sleeves from the top/armholes - $60
redo/reduce shoulders - $60
JEANS
hem - $16
the original hem - $32
take in waist - $46
taper - $30 (ankle only), $38 (from the knee down), $48 (from pockets down), $48 (take-in seat, hips with pockets) or $70 (from the waistband down) + $16 (topstitching)
replace a zipper - $44
Jeans patches - from $14 each
pocket extensions - from $34
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VESTS
sides (in/out) - $56
back (in/out) - $44
shorten vest - $44, or $56 (with slits)
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DRESSES & SKIRTS
hem on pencil skirt, summer dress - $36, lining (additional) - $20
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hem on a wide skirt or evening dress/gown - $52 (first layer), $40 - lining (each layer), $70 - with horsehair (1 layer)
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take in back on the evening dress/gown - $66 (with lining), $66 (with a zipper, NO lining), or $88 (with a zipper and lining)
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take in back on a summer dress - $36 (center back seam, NO lining), $52 (with lining), $60 (with a zipper, NO lining), $86 (with zipper and lining)
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take in back on a skirt - $36 (center back seam, no lining), or $46 (with a zipper, NO lining), with lining - extra $16
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take in sides on a dress - $46 (summer dress, NO lining), $60 (with lining), or $86 (with waist seam and lining), from $90 (with lining and pockets), $66 (with pockets, NO lining), $76 (sides with zipper, NO lining), or $106 (sides with lining and a zipper OR with waist seam, lining and pockets), from $140 (with lace sewn over the fabric)
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take in sides on a skirt - $46 (NO lining), $56 (with lining or with a zipper, no lining), $68 (with zipper and lining)
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spaghetti straps, summer dress (no lining) - $38
wide straps with lining - $54
take up shoulders withd sleeves - from $88
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WEDDING DRESSES
Price may vary. An appointment is required.
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OTHER ALTERATIONS
buttons - $3-5 each
patches vary depending on shape, size, and complication of installment - from $10, patch holes on jeans - from $14
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SEWING, CUSTOM-MADE CLOTHING
Pattern making/drafting (includes taking body measurements, sloper fitting) - from $100.
The cost of custom-made clothing can vary significantly and is subject to several factors. This includes the quality of materials utilized and the specific design details. Therefore, the final price will depend on these individual preferences and choices.
Here's a rough estimate:
- **Custom-Made Jacket:** Typically starts at around $500 (Women's jacket) or $1000 (Men's jacket) to $1,500 or more, with high-end options being more expensive.
- **Custom-Made Trousers:** Generally range from $300 to $500 or more, depending on fabric and style.
- **Custom-Made Vest:** Prices often begin at approximately $250 and can increase based on fabric and design choices.
- **Custom-Made Dress Shirt or Blouse:**
These usually start around $155 and may vary depending on fabric and design.
- **Custom-Made Dress:** Starting prices may be around $200 to $500 or more, depending on the design.
- **Custom-Made Evening Dress:** Costs can start from $500 and go significantly higher for intricate or high-end designs.
- **Custom-Made Wedding Dress:** Wedding dress costs vary widely, but they often start at $1,000 and can go well into several thousands of dollars for intricate bridal gowns.
These are rough average costs, and the final price can be significantly higher or lower.
It's essential to consult with us to receive an accurate quote tailored to your specific requirements since prices may vary depending on your preferences.
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PILLOW COVERS
the price depends on the size
simple - from $40, upholstery fabric - from $60
zipper additional - $26
with piping - plus $30 and up
with ruffles - plus $30 and up
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