Dresses, skirts and gowns
Shortening or lengthening hems; taking in or letting out; tapering and reshaping; waist, hip and bust adjustments; straps and sleeves; necklines; side splits; zips; linings; boning; lace and embellishment repairs.
Manchester's expert tailors since 2005
Everything we do,
Everything we do,
in-house.
Clothing alterations, leather & suede specialists, bespoke suit and shirt making. Every service carried out by our team at 78 Bridge Street.
These are a guide — not a limit. If your garment isn't listed here, just ask. We can help with almost anything, from a small repair to a full restyle or complete remake.
Manchester's expert tailors since 2005
Everything we do,
Everything we do,
under one roof.
Clothing alterations, specialist leather & suede repairs, bespoke suit and shirt making — all carried out in-house at 78 Bridge Street, Manchester.
These are a guide — not a limit. If your garment isn't listed, just ask. From a small repair to a full restyle, we almost certainly can help.
20+
Years of tailoring expertise in Manchester
200+
Five-star Google reviews
100%
Done in-house — nothing outsourced
Every garment,
every fix.
Men's, women's and children's clothing. Any garment, any fabric — if it needs altering or repairing, bring it in. Many jobs done while you wait.
While-you-wait
Hems & Hemming
Trousers, skirts, dresses, coats. Blind hem, turn-up, original hem restoration. Any length, any fabric.
While-you-wait
Zip Repairs & Replacement
Jackets, dresses, trousers, bags and boots. All zip types replaced on any garment.
Taking In & Letting Out
Resizing any garment to fit you properly. Side seams, back seam, waist — taken in or let out.
While-you-wait
Repairs & Mending
Tears, holes, worn seams, fraying. Invisible mending where possible. Patches matched to fabric.
Buttons, Linings & Fastenings
Button replacement and repositioning. Full lining replacement on jackets and coats. Hooks, eyes and poppers.
01 — Clothing alterationsEvery garment,
Every garment,
every fix.
Men's, women's and children's clothing. Any garment, any fabric. The list below is a guide — if you don't see what you need, just ask. Many jobs done while you wait at our Manchester shop.
Hems & Hemming
Trousers, skirts, dresses, coats and more. Blind hem, turned-up hem, original hem restoration. Any fabric, any length.
- Trouser hems
- Skirt & dress hems
- Coat & jacket hems
- Original hem restoration
- Jeans turn-ups
Zip Repairs & Replacement
Broken, stuck or missing zips replaced on any garment. Jackets, dresses, trousers, bags and boots.
- Jacket & coat zips
- Dress & skirt zips
- Trouser zips
- Bag & boot zips
- Concealed zips
Taking In & Letting Out
Resizing garments to fit. Side seams, back seam, waist — taken in or let out where fabric allows. Any garment type.
- Side seam alterations
- Waist adjustment
- Back seam
- Letting out to max fabric
Repairs, Patches & Mending
Tears, holes, worn seams and fraying repaired. Invisible mending where possible. Patches matched to your fabric.
- Seam repairs
- Hole & tear mending
- Elbow & knee patches
- Pocket repairs
- Lining repairs
Buttons, Fastenings & Linings
Buttons replaced, moved or added. Full lining replacement on jackets and coats. Hooks, eyes, press studs and poppers.
- Button replacement
- Button repositioning
- Hook & eye fitting
- Full lining replacement
Suits that
actually fit.
Off-the-peg suits altered to your exact measurements. Jacket, trousers, waistcoat and shirts — every detail adjusted.
Jacket Alterations
Sleeve length, shoulder fit, chest and waist suppression, back seam — all without losing the jacket's structure.
While-you-wait available
Trouser & Jean Alterations
Waist, seat, leg and hem alterations on suit trousers, chinos and jeans. Turn-ups added or removed.
Shirt Alterations
Body taking in, sleeve shortening, collar and cuff adjustments. Dress shirts and casual styles.
Waistcoat, Dinner & Occasion Wear
Waistcoats, dinner jackets, morning suits, school uniforms. All occasions, all formalities.
02 — Suit & tailoring alterationsSuits that
Suits that
actually fit.
Off-the-peg suits altered to your exact measurements. Jacket, trousers, waistcoat and shirts — every detail adjusted without losing the garment's structure and drape.
Jacket Alterations
Sleeve length, shoulder fit, chest and waist suppression, back seam — precise alterations that preserve the jacket's structure.
- Sleeve shortening
- Waist suppression
- Chest taking in
- Shoulder adjustment
- Back vent work
- Jacket shortening
Trouser & Jean Alterations
Waist, seat, leg and hem alterations on suit trousers, chinos, jeans and formal trousers. Turn-ups added or removed.
- Waist taking in & out
- Seat adjustment
- Leg tapering
- Hem & turn-ups
- Crotch repairs
Shirt Alterations
Dress shirts and casual shirts taken in at the body. Sleeve shortening, collar and cuff alterations.
- Body taking in
- Sleeve shortening
- Collar & cuff work
- Shirt shortening
Waistcoat, Dinner & Occasion Wear
Waistcoats, dinner jackets, morning suits and school uniforms. Black tie, lounge suits, all occasions.
- Waistcoat side seams
- Dinner jacket alterations
- Morning suit fitting
- School uniforms
Perfect fit for
the big day.
Private fitting rooms by appointment. Wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns and occasion wear. Multiple fittings included.
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Private fitting rooms · By appointment
Call 0161 839 3474 or WhatsApp to book your fitting.
Wedding Dress Alterations
Hemming, taking in, letting out, sleeves, bustles and trains. Every detail done with care.
Bridesmaid & Prom Dresses
Group orders welcome. Hem shortening, bodice alterations, strap adjustments.
Evening & Occasion Wear
Cocktail dresses, gala gowns, mother-of-the-bride. Beaded and sequin fabrics handled with care.
03 — Bridal & occasion wearPerfect fit for
Perfect fit for
the big day.
Private fitting rooms by appointment. Wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns and occasion wear altered with precision. Multiple fittings included.
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Private fitting rooms · By appointment
All bridal fittings in our private rooms. Call 0161 839 3474 or WhatsApp to book.
Wedding Dress Alterations
Hemming, taking in, letting out, adding or removing sleeves, bustles and trains.
- Full hem & bustle work
- Bodice taking in & out
- Strap & sleeve alterations
- Train adjustments
- Zip & corset changes
Bridesmaid & Prom Dresses
Bridesmaid gowns, prom dresses and evening wear. Group orders welcome — we'll co-ordinate fittings.
- Hem shortening
- Bodice alterations
- Strap adjustments
- Group orders
Evening & Occasion Wear
Cocktail dresses, gala gowns, mother-of-the-bride outfits. Beaded and sequin fabrics handled with care.
- Formal gown alterations
- Beaded & sequin fabric
- Cocktail dress hemming
- Formal trouser suits
Leather & suede specialists
Experts in leather.
Simple to complex.
One of very few tailors in Manchester with genuine expertise in leather and suede. From a broken zip to a full reline — we handle it all.
Specialist
Leather Jacket Repairs
Zip replacement, seam repairs, lining replacement and pocket repairs on all leather jackets.
Specialist
Relining & Lining Replacement
Worn linings fully replaced on leather coats and jackets. A specialist repair most tailors won't touch.
Specialist
Resizing Leather Garments
Taking in or letting out leather jackets and coats. Requires specialist skill — done properly in-house.
Specialist
Suede & Sheepskin
Seam repairs, relining and zip work on suede jackets and sheepskin coats.
Canada Goose
Moncler
Belstaff
Schott
All Saints
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Manchester's leather & suede specialists
Experts in leather.
Simple to complex.
One of very few tailors in Manchester with genuine expertise in leather and suede. A broken zip, a torn lining, a garment that no longer fits — we handle it all. The services listed below are a guide — if your repair isn't here, send us a photo and we'll advise.
20+
Years with leather
All
Leather types
100%
In-house
Leather Jacket Repairs
Zip replacement, seam repairs, lining replacement and pocket repairs. All types of leather jackets.
- Zip replacement
- Seam & panel repairs
- Sleeve shortening
- Pocket replacement
Relining & Lining Replacement
Worn or torn linings fully replaced on leather coats, jackets and waistcoats. Fabric matched where possible. A repair most tailors won't attempt.
- Full lining replacement
- Partial lining repair
- Sleeve lining
- Padding & interlining
Resizing Leather & Suede Garments
Taking in or letting out leather jackets, coats and trousers. Requires specialist skill and machinery — done in-house.
- Waist & side taking in
- Sleeve shortening
- Body resizing
- Letting out where possible
Suede & Sheepskin
Seam repairs, relining and zip work on suede jackets and sheepskin coats. Handled with the care these materials demand.
- Suede seam repairs
- Sheepskin relining
- Zip & button work
- Collar & cuff repair
Designer & Luxury Leather
We regularly work on high-end leather garments. Not sure if we can help? Send us a photo on WhatsApp — we'll give you an honest answer within the hour.
Canada GooseMonclerBelstaffSchottAll Saints
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We'll advise within the hour.
Bespoke suit makingBespoke
Bespoke
Suits
A fully bespoke suit made entirely in-house. Every measurement, every seam, every button — your choice. British and Italian fabrics.
Full measurement consultation
British & Italian fabric selection
Jacket, trousers & waistcoat
Multiple fittings included
From £825
Book a Consultation →Bespoke shirt makingBespoke
Bespoke
Shirts
A shirt made to your exact measurements — collar, sleeve, body fit, cuff style and fabric all chosen by you.
Precise measurement fitting
Wide fabric & colour selection
Monogramming available
Dress & casual styles
From £195
Book a Consultation →Bespoke suit makingBespoke
Bespoke
Suits
A fully bespoke suit made entirely in-house at 78 Bridge Street. Every measurement, every seam — your choice. British and Italian fabrics.
Full measurement consultation
British & Italian fabric selection
Jacket, trousers & waistcoat
Multiple fittings included
2–4 week turnaround
From £825
Book a Consultation →Bespoke shirt makingBespoke
Bespoke
Shirts
A shirt made to your exact measurements — collar, sleeve, body fit, cuff style and fabric all personalised. Dress shirts and casual styles.
Precise measurement fitting
Wide fabric & colour selection
Collar, cuff & placket options
Monogramming available
Dress & casual styles
From £195
Book a Consultation →While-you-wait service
Many alterations — hems, zips, quick repairs — done while you wait. No appointment needed. Mon–Sat 9:30–6.
While-you-wait service
Many alterations — hems, zips, quick repairs — can be done while you wait at our Manchester shop. No appointment needed for most jobs.
Complete alterations directory
What can we tailor?
Almost any garment can be adjusted, repaired or restyled. The examples below explain our most requested work; the final options depend on the garment's fabric, construction and available seam allowance. Bring the item to our Manchester shop for an honest assessment and free quote.
Dress alterations in Manchester →Everyday dresses, evening gowns, prom dresses and occasion wear: hems, reshaping, straps, sleeves, bodices, zips, linings and repairs.
Wedding dress alterations →Private bridal fittings for hems, bodices, bustles, trains, straps, sleeves, corsets, lace, beading and careful restyling.
T-shirts, shirts and blouses
Shorten or lengthen the body where fabric allows; taper the sides; take in the waist; shorten sleeves; adjust cuffs, collars and shoulders; reshape armholes; repair seams, hems, buttons and tears.
Trousers, chinos and jeans
Shortening with plain, turn-up or original jeans hems; waist and seat adjustments; leg tapering; thigh and rise alterations; lengthening where allowance permits; zip, pocket, belt-loop and tear repairs.
Jackets, blazers and suits
Take in or let out the body; shorten sleeves from cuff or shoulder; jacket length, lapel and collar adjustments; trouser tapering; waistcoat fitting; lining replacement; button, pocket and vent repairs.
Coats and outerwear
Shortening; sleeve alterations; body resizing; shoulder and collar adjustments; zip and fastening replacement; pocket repairs; patching; partial or complete relining for wool coats, parkas and padded jackets.
Repairs and restyling
Broken seams, holes and tears; invisible mending where suitable; zip replacement; new linings; buttons and fastenings; patching and reinforcement; resizing older favourites; and creative garment restyling.
Questions answered
No — the list is a guide, not a limit. If your garment isn't listed, just ask. We can help with almost anything, from a small repair to a full restyle or complete remake.
Yes. We are one of very few tailors in Manchester with genuine expertise in leather and suede — zip replacement, relining, resizing and all types of repairs on leather, suede and sheepskin.
Yes. Many alterations — hems, zips, quick repairs — can be done while you wait at our shop at 78 Bridge Street. No appointment needed for most jobs. Mon–Sat, 9:30am–6pm.
Bespoke suits start from £825, made entirely in-house using British and Italian fabrics. Call or WhatsApp to book a consultation.
Questions answered
No — the list is a guide, not a limit. If your garment isn't listed, just ask. We can help with almost anything, from a small repair to a full restyle.
Yes. One of very few tailors in Manchester with genuine expertise in leather and suede — zips, relining, resizing and all types of repairs.
Yes. Hems, zips and quick repairs can be done while you wait. No appointment needed. Mon–Sat 9:30am–6pm at 78 Bridge Street.
From £825, made entirely in-house using British and Italian fabrics. Call or WhatsApp to book a consultation.
Yes. We regularly work on high-end garments including Canada Goose, Moncler, Belstaff and others. Send us a photo on WhatsApp and we'll advise.
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