Alterations

Are there clothes in your wardrobe that go unworn because they're too tight, too big, or just don't sit quite right? A skilful alteration transforms an ill-fitting garment into a favourite you'll reach for again and again. Hilary alters everyday and formal garments for both women and men, adjusting the fit with genuine attention to detail so the finished piece looks like it was made for you.

From hemming and trouser alterations to clothes repairs and a full restyle, our alteration service covers everything from quick fixes to more involved work — and it's kinder on your wardrobe, and on the planet, than replacing a treasured piece.

Trouser & jeans shortening

New trousers rarely come in exactly the right length, and the wrong hem can spoil an otherwise smart pair. We shorten trousers and jeans to the perfect length with a tidy, hard-wearing finish — including original-hem finishes for jeans and tapering the leg for a slimmer shape.

Zip replacements

A jammed or broken zip is one of the most common reasons a garment gets set aside — but it's very often an easy fix. We replace worn and damaged zips neatly and colour-matched, from concealed zips in dresses and skirts to skirts, jackets and trousers.

Repairs & mending

Rather than replacing a well-loved item, let us mend it. We carry out seam, tear and hole repairs, replace buttons and sew on badges, turn worn collars and cuffs, and offer mending and darning where possible — all with the care and finish you'd expect from a professional seamstress.

Occasionwear adjustments

Weddings, proms, black-tie events and christenings all call for an outfit that fits impeccably. We adjust occasionwear so it flatters your shape and moves comfortably — from bridesmaids' dresses to suits and mother-of-the-bride outfits. We recommend booking early so there's plenty of time for fittings.