A well-fitting suit changes how you stand. Many suits bought off the peg need only small adjustments to look as though they were made for the wearer, and those adjustments are exactly what a local alterations workshop is for.
Golden Button alters suits for weddings, interviews, funerals, work and celebrations, from the workshop on Bargates in Christchurch.
What we can help with
- Shortening or lengthening jacket sleeves
- Taking in the jacket waist and back seam
- Trouser hems, with or without turn-ups
- Taking in or letting out trouser waists and seats
- Replacing jacket linings
- Replacing buttons and repairing pockets
- Waistcoat adjustments
What can and cannot be changed
Sleeve length, waist shape and trouser fit are usually straightforward. Shoulders are the most difficult part of a jacket to alter, so it is best to choose a suit that fits well across the shoulders and adjust the rest.
Sleeves with working buttonholes
Where a jacket has working cuff buttonholes, shortening from the cuff may not be possible. Dorota will look at the construction and explain your options.
The photograph on this page is illustrative. Golden Button will add photographs of real suit work in due course.
Frequently asked questions
Can a jacket be made smaller across the shoulders?
It is complex and not always advisable. It is assessed garment by garment.
Do you alter wedding party suits?
Yes. Ring early, especially if several suits need fitting before the same date.