Women's Wear Alterations
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Jeans Alterations
Expert Jeans Alterations in Bath and Brighton
A great pair of jeans can become a wardrobe staple, offering comfort and style for years.
Instead of letting an imperfect fit keep you from wearing them, consider professional alterations and repairs that extend their life and reduce waste, embracing circular fashion.
If your jeans are too long, we offer two hemming options:
- A traditional double-fold hem stitched with matching thread for a clean finish.
- A technique that preserves the original, pre-worn hem by carefully reattaching it at the perfect length.
For waist adjustments or tapering, we meticulously match the original stitching and thread colour, ensuring a seamless, natural look.
We can also replace lost jean buttons, helping you keep your favourite denim in rotation for longer.
Common fit problems we fix
- Jeans too long
- Waist gaping
- Leg too wide
- Baggy seat
- Knees bagging
- Rips or worn hems
- Worn crotches and knees
- Broken zip or button
What to Expect at Your Dress Alterations Fitting
At your fitting, we’ll check the rise, seat, and leg length before we decide the best alteration route.
We can reattach original faded hem by removing and re-sewing the faded hem to the correct length using contrast thread that’s a close match to the original.
Our Services
- Jeans shortening (standard or original-hem reattached)
- Waist take in (and reshaping where needed)
- Tapering through leg
- Seat shaping
- Zip replacement
- Patch repairs and reinforcement (subject to finish)
- Hem repairs
- Crotch repairs
Typical starting prices
Prices vary with fabric, lining, construction, and the finish you choose. These starting prices are a practical guide - we confirm the quote after we see the garment (or your design brief).
| Service | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
|
Shorten |
from £18.00 |
|
Shorten with original hem |
from £28.00 |
|
Waist take in |
from £30.00 |
|
Taper |
from £25.00 |
|
Crotch repair |
from £20.00 |
|
Patch repair |
from £15.00 |
Available in Bath & Brighton
We offer in-person fittings at both branches. Choose the most convenient location and book one consultation appointment (same booking flow for both).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you keep the original hem?
A: Yes, we offer an original hem preservation service to maintain the authentic finish.
Will denim repairs show?
A: Some repairs can be discreet, others are visible by design. We’ll show you options.
Can you make jeans waist bigger?
A: Yes we can, this is done by adding a panel onto the waistband to enlarge the waist, up to 1 ½ inches.
Do you offer jeans repairs?
A: Yes – repairs and reinforcement are a big part of circular fashion, helping garments last longer.
Do I need an appointment?
A: We do our best to help walk-ins when we can, though booking ahead avoids waiting and means we can focus fully on your fitting.
Book Your Jeans Alterations
Bring your jeans in and we’ll pin the fit, recommend the cleanest alteration, and confirm cost and timing.
