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Recent Alterations tasks in Shepherds Bush

Curtains shortening

£40

White City, Greater London, W12

5th Dec 2024

the curtains are 2 time (so a pair) W 228 cm L300cm 28 cm need to be removed from the length

Prom make up. My dress is navy blue.

£100

White City, Greater London, W12

18th Jun 2024

Heyy I would like a make up for my prom look. My dress is navy blue. I am a brunette so I would like to do something with darker colours. I don’t have much ideas in mind but I will look for some pictures these few days.

Dress maker

£100

White City, Greater London, W12

29th May 2024

A dress maker to make a number of clothes

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Top Alterations related questions

On average, alteration costs range from £10 to £100 on average. However, it can go as low as £10 for shortening sleeves up to £90 for adjusting a wedding dress.  The cost of your clothing alteration service will depend on the type of garment, whether you need a repair or full custom dressmaking, the level of complexity involved, and how long it’s likely to take. Learn more about how much alterations cost to set the right budget before posting a task.

Yes, many garments can be re-altered, especially if the original tailor left enough seam allowance. However, it depends on the fabric and how much was taken in or let out previously. A skilled alterations specialist can assess what's possible during a fitting.

Most standard alterations—like hemming or taking in seams—won’t affect the original design. But larger adjustments, such as resizing or changing necklines, can slightly alter the garment’s look. If you're concerned, discuss your goals with your local tailor before they begin.

What does a clothing alteration include?

Your seamstress or tailor is skilled in working with textiles, but especially clothing, to create, repair, and alter clothing. Whether you're a bride looking to have adjustments on your wedding dress or a mum who needs to have her kids' school uniforms repaired, Taskers are up for the work! From sewing alterations near me to urgent fixes for special occasions, help is just a few clicks away.

Custom clothing alteration and sewing

Need some custom sewing work to create a design from scratch or custom-fit to your size? Hire a seamstress or dressmaker to create or customise your dress or garment based on the designs of your favourite fashion brands - whether it's a wedding dress, a school uniform, or corporate wear. They’ll start by measuring your shape and size with a soft tape measure to ensure the perfect fit. They’ll consult you on designs and fabrics, before choosing or customising a pattern and cutting out the pieces. They’ll sew your garment or dress, taking care to finish off any edges with an overlocking stitch. Most dress alteration service providers will request you to come in for a final fitting where you can try on the (mostly finished) garment and they can make final adjustments.

Formal wear clothing alteration

When you want to look your best, it’s so important that your clothing is tailored to perfectly fit. Whether you need bridal alterations, wedding dress alterations, school graduation alterations, corporate wear alterations, or suit alterations, customise your dress can help. They’ll take your exact measurements and then ask you to try on the outfit or dress, ideally with the shoes you plan to wear. Then they’ll note or mark up any parts that need taking in or loosening, and where the hem needs to sit based on your shoe height. They’ll use a mixture of machine and hand-sewing techniques to alter your clothing and finalise everything with a final fitting before your event. It’s a great option if you’re searching for clothing alteration near me with fast turnaround times.

Everyday clothing alteration and adjustments

Most clothing you buy off the rack won’t be the perfect fit, or you might need your favourite clothes adjusted as your body changes shape over time. Book an alterations service near you to help with dress shortening, garment shortening, trouser alterations, and even school uniform alterations for those kids who won’t stop growing. Clothing adjustments usually involve taking seams in or out and adjusting the hem. If you're looking specifically for trouser hemming near me, Taskers can help you achieve the right length and fit. Most hems have a few centimetres of extra fabric, so you can add extra length, or take it up for the perfect fit.

Clothing alteration and repairs

When your favourite dress or trousers have a rip, you don’t have to throw them away. Get a professional to take a look and see if they can save your garment with techniques like zipper repair, seam repair, new lining, hole patching, button sewing, and more. 

From repair and alteration service jobs to small fixes that make a big difference, extend the life of your clothing with professional tailoring. It’s better for the environment and much more budget-friendly, too.

Looking to adjust your denim wardrobe? Airtasker makes it easy to find help with jeans hemming near me so you can skip the DIY and get a flawless, long-lasting finish.

Looking for a price list on dress alterations or want to know bridal gown alteration costs in the UK? With our price guide, you can find out exactly how much alteration costs, so you’ll be outfit ready for any occasion!

Recent Alterations tasks in Shepherds Bush

Alter dress

£50

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

16th May 2024

Widen a dress at the bust

Clothes alterations

£20

White City, Greater London, W12

29th Apr 2024

Need a pair of linen trousers shortened

Bridesmaid dress length shortened

£50

White City, Greater London, W12

13th Mar 2024

Satin bridesmaid dress too long and needs shortening approx 20cm

Need my trousers shortening

£15

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

31st Aug 2023

Need the hem of my trousers shorteni bc. Tailoring. - Due date: Before Friday, 1 September 2023

Make trouser bigger

£40

White City, Greater London, W12

28th Jul 2023

I would love to add some silk fabric on the side of my trousers to make it bigger - Due date: Flexible

Repair my jacket

£100

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

31st Jan 2023

My north face jacket has ripped and I want it repaired. The jacket is a duffle jacket - Due date: Flexible

Sew a hem on a dress

£25

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

16th Dec 2022

Needs to be done this afternoon as shortly leaving for a wedding. Very quick job, part of the dress has come away at the seem - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 16 December 2022

Shorten trouser legs

£10

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

29th Nov 2022

Suit trouser needs shortening - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 30 November 2022

Fix my bag zip

£10

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

9th Nov 2022

Study bag zip is broken and the zip went off the line. I tried to fix it myself, but it only got worse, so a new zipper needs to be sewed - Due date: Flexible

Dress alterations

£30

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

1st Oct 2022

I need an elastic waist band added to a dress to make it a skirt. I need them hem of some shorts mended and finally I need a small stitch out in a dressing gown - Due date: Flexible

Recent Jacket Alterations tasks in Shepherds Bush

Repair my jacket

£100

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

31st Jan 2023

My north face jacket has ripped and I want it repaired. The jacket is a duffle jacket - Due date: Flexible

Recent Trouser Alterations tasks in Shepherds Bush

Need my trousers shortening

£15

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

31st Aug 2023

Need the hem of my trousers shorteni bc. Tailoring. - Due date: Before Friday, 1 September 2023

Make trouser bigger

£40

White City, Greater London, W12

28th Jul 2023

I would love to add some silk fabric on the side of my trousers to make it bigger - Due date: Flexible

Shorten trouser legs

£10

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

29th Nov 2022

Suit trouser needs shortening - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 30 November 2022

Recent Dress Alterations tasks in Shepherds Bush

Prom make up. My dress is navy blue.

£100

White City, Greater London, W12

18th Jun 2024

Heyy I would like a make up for my prom look. My dress is navy blue. I am a brunette so I would like to do something with darker colours. I don’t have much ideas in mind but I will look for some pictures these few days.

Dress maker

£100

White City, Greater London, W12

29th May 2024

A dress maker to make a number of clothes

Alter dress

£50

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

16th May 2024

Widen a dress at the bust

Bridesmaid dress length shortened

£50

White City, Greater London, W12

13th Mar 2024

Satin bridesmaid dress too long and needs shortening approx 20cm

Sew a hem on a dress

£25

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

16th Dec 2022

Needs to be done this afternoon as shortly leaving for a wedding. Very quick job, part of the dress has come away at the seem - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 16 December 2022

Dress alterations

£30

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

1st Oct 2022

I need an elastic waist band added to a dress to make it a skirt. I need them hem of some shorts mended and finally I need a small stitch out in a dressing gown - Due date: Flexible

Recent Garment Shortening tasks in Shepherds Bush

Curtains shortening

£40

White City, Greater London, W12

5th Dec 2024

the curtains are 2 time (so a pair) W 228 cm L300cm 28 cm need to be removed from the length

Bridesmaid dress length shortened

£50

White City, Greater London, W12

13th Mar 2024

Satin bridesmaid dress too long and needs shortening approx 20cm

Need my trousers shortening

£15

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

31st Aug 2023

Need the hem of my trousers shorteni bc. Tailoring. - Due date: Before Friday, 1 September 2023

Shorten trouser legs

£10

Shepherd's Bush, Greater London

29th Nov 2022

Suit trouser needs shortening - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 30 November 2022