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Suit Alterations

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Men and Women’s Suit Alterations

At King & Allen, we understand the importance of looking and feeling your absolute best. There’s nothing better than putting on a perfectly-fitted suit that hangs well on the body and looks stylish and contemporary.

That's why we offer a premium suit alterations service at our stores in Surbiton, Knutsford, London (Liverpool Street) and Birmingham. Whether you have an old suit languishing at the back of your wardrobe or you’ve just bought an off-the-peg number that you’d like to fit better, we can help.

Suit Jacket and Trouser Alterations

There are so many suit jacket and trouser alterations to choose from, all of which carry their own benefits. Whether you want to lengthen or shorten, let out or take in, modernise or add some classic touches, there is a huge variety of choice available. But what are some of the more popular options and how can they enhance your suit?

Let Out / Take In

If your weight has gone up or down, you’ll no doubt be wanting your suit to fit as well as it did before. We can take in garments so that they fit better on the body, by adjusting the trouser waist and seat, and by taking in the seams on the jacket.

We can also perform a ‘waist suppression’ (not a form of torture, don’t worry!) where we can cinch in the waist of the jacket to give a ‘v’ or hourglass shape.

We can also let out your suit, to make it more comfortable and hang better. Most suits will have a certain amount of allowance in the seams so that we can do this, leaving you to enjoy your suit again.

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Shorten / Taper

Suit Trouser Alterations

One of the most common alterations we perform is shortening and tapering trouser legs. This is popular for a number of reasons.

Off-the-peg - If buying off-the-peg, you often have to make big compromises with the overall fit and the length of the trousers.

Modernising - Tapering is also popular as a way to modernise a suit that is looking out-of-date. For example, in recent years, we have seen a move away from long, baggy trousers to a more tapered aesthetic where the hem rests on the shoe with either a single break or merely skims the upper part of the shoe for a more contemporary look.

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Suit Jacket Alterations

We can also shorten a jacket that hangs too long on the body, which will help to enhance your natural proportions. The correct length sleeve can also add to the overall look of your suit. Too long and you look swamped, too short and the jacket looks badly-fitted.

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Why Alter a Garment?

- Resizing after weight loss/gain

- Fitting new, off-the-peg garments

- Modernising styles

- Upcycling and vintage clothing

Our tailors are able to alter suits and a range of other garments. To find out more, please contact us or book an appointment today.

Not Sure how a suit should Fit?

For more information on the perfect proportions for your suit, take a look at the video below...

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How long does it take to get a suit altered?

Most suit alterations are completed within two weeks, depending on the complexity of the work. If you need your suit sooner, it’s always worth enquiring, as we may be able to offer a quicker turnaround.

What happens at your first appointment?

When you book an alterations appointment with King & Allen, you can expect a relaxed, one-to-one experience guided by our highly skilled consultants and tailors.

When you arrive, your consultant will talk through the alterations you’re considering and guide you through the available options, always taking your personal style into account.

You’ll then be invited to try on your garment in one of our changing rooms. The consultant will assess the fit, carefully pinning where adjustments are needed and making detailed notes. This is a collaborative process, with your feedback shaping the final result.

In some cases, we may take photos to share with our in-house tailor, ensuring every adjustment is understood clearly. Before you leave, your consultant will confirm the cost of the alterations and let you know when your garment will be ready for collection.

Suit Alteration Prices

The prices for your suit alterations will depend on the extent of the alterations needed and we can give you a definitive price once you come in for an appointment. For a rough guide, please see the following price list for the most common alterations...

_{Take in / let out Jacket side seams..... £50}

_{Shorten / lengthen sleeves................... £60}

_{Re-line jacket (machine stitched)..... £180}

_{Re-line jacket (hand stitched)............ £250}

_{Take in / let out waist on trousers....... £35}

_{Shorten / lengthen trousers.................. £35}