Is Clothing Alterations Worth The Cost?

A lot of people don’t go to a tailor shop because they think it’s too expensive. But the truth is, tailoring is an investment that can pay off in the form of long-term cost savings. More than fixing small rips or slippery straps, a professional tailor knows exactly how to fit everything from suits to jacket sleeves exactly to your frame.

So yes, tailoring is worth every dollar you spent on it because:

1. It saves you from constantly needing to replace your garments.

Some items, such as basic jeans, are inexpensive and simple to replace. But for clothing intended for special occasions such as wedding dresses, homecoming outfits, or corporate attires, getting these rare items tailored can be less pricey than buying new ones.

2. You can buy more high-quality secondhand items.

It’s often hard to find the perfect fit in a department store that you wanted to wear for an upcoming event or an occasion.  But knowing what tailoring and alterations services can do will open up the possibilities. There’s nothing stopping you now from buying high-quality secondhand items since you know you can get the fit altered. 

3. It allows you to achieve that perfect fit.

Do you have a pair of jeans that you just love? What about a favorite work suit that serves as your lucky charm? Alterations can enable you to get more wear out of your favorite garment. Alterations allow you to fit perfectly in your clothes while also ensuring that your clothing can evolve with your body frame specifications over time.

What Clothes to Get Tailored

If you don’t take things to your nearest tailors, you’re missing out on an excellent opportunity to expand your wardrobe without buying new stuff. But there’s no need to be in a rush and take everything you own to an alterations and tailoring shop. Make sure to be selective as well on what you want and what needs to be altered.

Start with these items:

• Your favorite basics, such as shirts, knits and jeans, blouses, trousers, and joggers
• Too-long pants and skirts
• High-quality classics and designer items
• Formal and professional clothes like floor-length gowns, tuxedos, or cocktail dresses
• Special occasion items like wedding dress, prom dress, graduation outfits, etc. 

Ready To Get Your Favorite Pieces Tailored and Altered in the South Bay Area?

We offer pick-up and delivery services in these areas: 

South Bay Cities:

• Redondo Beach
• Rancho Palos Verdes
• Palos Verdes Estates
• Rolling Hills
• Rolling Hills Estates
• Hermosa Beach
• Manhattan Beach
• El Segundo
• Westchester
• San Pedro
• Lomita
• Harbor City
• Harbor Gateway South
• Carson
• Gardena
• Hawthorne
• Torrance

Non-South Bay Cities:

• Playa Vista
• Playa Del Rey
• Marina Del Rey
• Fox Hills
• Ladera Heights

Call us today to know more about the locations we service.

Or, visit our website to learn more about how to enroll in our free pickup and delivery.