What is the difference between tailoring and having alterations done?
Tailoring refers to creating a garment that is custom-fitted for and to the wearer and their unique body shape & size. Of course, since the garment is custom-fit, it looks really, really good on the person for whom it was tailored. Tailoring can be a custom fit for an item that has been purchased in a store, or a piece that the wearer has had created specifically for him or her. Read more about having Mildred create pieces for your wardrobe, or for special occasions, on the CUSTOM DESIGNS page.
Alterations are less extensive (and less expensive) changes to the garment that also change the way the garment fits, and are usually focused on one particular fit area. It could be as simple as taking up the hem on a pair of pants or shortening a sleeve.
Tailoring is usually more costly than having alterations done, but is absolutely worth it because of the huge difference it makes in the look and fit of your clothes, which ultimately makes a difference in how you feel about your look... or your whole day!!
Pricing for Alterations
Trousers
Shorten or Lengthen $27.50 & up
Cuffs lined $35.50 & up
Longer and face $32.50 & up
Shorten with zipper $28.00 & up
Shorten with vents $32.00 & up
Shorten with vents (lined) $39.00 & up
Rehems plain $22.00 with cuffs $27.00 & up
Waist in or out $32.00 & up
Waist & seat in or out $45.00 & up
Waist, seat, and crotch /thighs in or out $48.00 & up
Waist in or out (lined) $42.00 & up
Waist & seat in or out (lined) $55.00 & up
Waist, seat, & crotch / thighs (lined) in or out $58.00 & up
Crotch in or out only $40.00 & up
Repair crotch $48.00 & up
Refinish hems plain bottoms $28.50 & up
Refinish hems on cuffs $35.50 & up
Waist darts $25.00 & up
Hips in $32.00 & up
Hips in (lined) $38.00 & up
Hips in with zipper $45.00 & up
Hips in with zipper (lined) $50.00 & up
Recut Pants $150.00 & up
Taper$39.00
Taper (lined )$49.00 & up
Taper with cuffs $45.00 & up
Taper with cuffs (lined) $54.00 & up
New zipper 40.00 & up
New zipper lined $48.00 & up
New zipper (invisible) $35.00 & up
New zipper (invisible lined) $40.00 & up
Shorts: shorten or lengthen $22.50 & up
Shorts: cuffs $27.50 & up
Sport/Dress Coat Alterations
Shorten or lengthen sleeves $60.00 & up
Shorten sleeves (unlined )$38.00 & up
Sleeves longer & face $52.00 & up
Sleeves In $20.00 & up (each)
Sides in or out $60.00 & up
Close vent $50.00 & up
Shorten back $75.00 & up
Shorten collar $150.00 & up
Shorten bottom $1550.00 & up
Shoulder pads (each) $42.00 & up
Elbow patches $69.00 & up
Skirts
Shorten or lengthen $35.00 & up
Shorten (lined) $40.00 & up
Longer and face $40.00 & up
Waist in or out (one seam) $35.00 & up
Waist in or out (two seams) $49.00 & up
Waist in or out & sides into hem $55.00 & up
Waist in or out & sides into hem (lined) $65.00 & up
Rehem $29.00
Pleated shorten or lengthen $39.00 & up
Skorts shorten or lengthen $35.00 & up
Dress Alterations
Shorten or lengthen $35.00 & up
Shorten (lined) $45.00 & up
Shorten (rolled hem) $35.00 each layer
Lift shoulders from $30.00
Take in darts/seams from $25.00
Create darts from $25.00
Take in underarm from $25.00
Sides in or out $45.00 & up
New zipper $45.00 & up
Shorten straps $27.00 & up
Add bra cups from $20.00
Jackets & Coats
Shorten or lengthen sleeves $55.00 & up
Sleeves longer & face $60.00 & up
Sides in or out $80.00 & up
Shorten bottom $69.00 & up
New pockets from $40.00 each
New lining $195.00 & up
Pullovers and Sweaters Alterations
Shorten sleeves $27.00 & up
Shorten sleeves (hand sewn) $35.00 & up
Shorten bottom $30.00 & up
Sides in $35.00 & up
Shirts and Blouses Alterations
Shorten sleeves $39.00 & up
Shorten bottom $35.50 & up
Make into short sleeves $32.00 & up
Sides in $35.00 & up
Curtains
Shorten (per 45” width) unlined from $25.00
Shorten (per 45” width) lined from $35.00
Patches and Simple Repairs
Miscellaneous (zippers, buttons, patches)
Buttons $8.50 each
Button holes $18.00 each
Sew on patches $12.50 each & up
Sew on patches on lined shoulder $25.00 each & up
Sew on patches on sleeve (lined )$28.00 each & up
Sew on school letter $24.50 each & up
Sew patches on leather Double regular price/See above
Sew on stripes on sleeves $50.00 & up
New Zipper in coats $70.00 & up
New snaps $18.00 each
Rush/Expedited Fee
Depending on scheduling and type of project, anywhere from 25% to 50% added to regular cost of job
Regularly timed projects will see at least a 14 day turn around time.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
Pricing for alterations is as listed below, and includes the cost of the INITIAL FITTING, as well as a FINAL FITTING.
BRIDAL GOWN alterations will normally add $300 to $600 to the cost of the dress, so before you say "YES" to that dress, make sure you have included at least that much in your budget!
All pricing listed herein is a starting place, and does not include adjustments for things like expediting a job, working with silks, beading or sequined fabrics, or any other "out of the ordinary" requests or needs
There is an initial cost of $25 to book your fitting, which is applied to the final total for your project, ultimately making your initial fitting or consultation FREE.
Any additional fittings, for example in the case that you would change your mind about your wants or needs once work has begun, would be subject to an additional fee.
Additional fitting fees start at $25 per.
Standard alterations should not require more than one fitting.
A non-refundable deposit of 50% (of the total amount of the job proposal) is due before work will be commenced. The balance is due upon receipt of completed project and a ready to wear garment.
Fees for service are payable by CASH, VENMO or CREDIT/DEBIT CARD.
If paying by card, there will be a 5% surcharge for processing. No exceptions.
CUSTOM DESIGNED PIECES ARE PRICED ACCORDING TO THE ENTIRETY OF THE PROJECT.
Pricing herein (for Alterations and Tailoring) DOES NOT relate to or correspond with working with Mildred to design
custom works/garments.