My leather jacket needs a new lining. Im in London. Where should I go and what should I expect to pay?
posted by ElmerFishpaw on Oct 17, 2009 - 3 answers

Please share your experiences with overseas tailors [more inside]
posted by btkuhn on Sep 16, 2009 - 20 answers

I'm in NYC and need to get some basic alterations done on a suit - but rather quickly. [more inside]
posted by ecab on Sep 12, 2009 - 3 answers

Men's suit-filter: Went to the tailor to get a couple of my suit jackets looked at. They told me that it wasn't that the shoulder was too tight (which I'd thought was the problem), but it was that the there wasn't enough room in the sleeve, in the area around my triceps. And upon opening up the inside of the sleeve, the tailor pronounced that there wasn't enough fabric to make the sleeve significantly bigger. Is there any way around this? Thanks MeFites!
posted by demagogue on Sep 1, 2009 - 3 answers

Tips for a trip to Thailand in August: Full Moon Party, Climbing in Krabi, Visiting Angkor Wat, Tailor in Bangkok. [more inside]
posted by vegetableagony on Jul 29, 2009 - 11 answers

So I just bought this suit from MACY's. I already have a tie and pocket square in mind to match, and I want to meet with someone who can take my measurements and make the suite bring out my best features. I'd also like to have them suggest the size French cuff shirt I should wear as well. [more inside]
posted by seanmhobson1988 on Jul 14, 2009 - 12 answers

Looking for a good women's tailor in Los Angeles. [more inside]
posted by scody on May 30, 2009 - 3 answers

I have never been to a tailor before. What exactly can a tailor do? Extend, chop shorten, etc? What are good prices? [more inside]
posted by ShootTheMoon on May 28, 2009 - 8 answers

Can anyone recommend a tailor in Pittsburgh, preferably not downtown? [more inside]
posted by Meg_Murry on May 7, 2009 - 7 answers

Chicago-filter: Can you recommend a competent and not too expensive tailor? (Bonus questions about alterations inside.) [more inside]
posted by wfrgms on May 4, 2009 - 4 answers

Can anyone recommend a good men's tailor in the Upper Valley region (between VT and NH)?
posted by B-squared on May 4, 2009 - 1 answer

I'm looking for a good Men's tailor in midtown NYC to do work on a bunch of suits and sports coats. [more inside]
posted by jameslavelle3 on Apr 23, 2009 - 1 answer

Recommend a tailor in the Bay Area to create a custom made suit. [more inside]
posted by Nickel on Apr 14, 2009 - 2 answers

I need suggestions for a place that can do quick alterations in Chicago. [more inside]
posted by Ultra Laser on Apr 9, 2009 - 2 answers

Cleveland fashion help: awesome shoestore and a decent tailor. [more inside]
posted by chesty_a_arthur on Mar 28, 2009 - 1 answer

Looking for an expert tailor in Chicago. [more inside]
posted by Jason and Laszlo on Mar 5, 2009 - 2 answers

I'm a big guy and I'd like to get a dress shirt with French cuffs. Are there great online sellers for shirts like this, or perhaps you know of a better brick and mortar shop around Maryland/Washington, D.C. that can help me out? [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo on Jan 25, 2009 - 6 answers

Tailoring question: Tell me what to expect if I have my wool coat altered. Details and pictures inside. [more inside]
posted by whataboutben on Jan 8, 2009 - 5 answers

Can you recommend a seamstress or tailor in San Francisco? I need to replace the lining in my favorite vintage winter coat. [more inside]
posted by gingerbeer on Dec 19, 2008 - 5 answers

I've finally worn through the arse of my lovely old suit that has served me well for the previous decade. I need a new one and therefore seek advice on what to get. [more inside]
posted by polyglot on Nov 1, 2008 - 6 answers

Is it possible to have a sports jacket / blazer shortened? [more inside]
posted by phyrewerx on Oct 1, 2008 - 5 answers

Things to see/eat/do in Hong Kong? [more inside]
posted by electroboy on Sep 8, 2008 - 14 answers

Please recommend someone to hem jeans in Chicago. I'm not that short (5'5" ish); I wear heels (2-3 inches most days), yet all my jeans are 5-6 inches too long. Have you found a tailor/drycleaner in Chicago that hems jeans without making them look disastrously altered? [more inside]
posted by crush-onastick on Jul 18, 2008 - 11 answers

Best New York tailors for alterations? [more inside]
posted by detune on Jul 15, 2008 - 7 answers

Recommendations for tailor/alterations (for bridesmaid dress) in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted by Caz721 on Jul 8, 2008 - 5 answers

Do suits wear out quicker if you wear them on alternate weeks rather than alternate days? [more inside]
posted by greytape on Jul 1, 2008 - 9 answers

Which is better, a Hong Kong tailor made suit, or a high-end off the rack suit? [more inside]
posted by TigerCrane on May 23, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm looking for recommendations for a good tailor around Queen and Spadina in Toronto. Nothing fancy - I just need some dress pants hemmed - but recommendations any places you personally know to be good/not too expensive would be appreciated.
posted by Dasein on May 13, 2008 - 5 answers

Where can I find a good mens tailor in Minneapolis/St. Paul? [more inside]
posted by senseigmg on May 11, 2008 - 5 answers

Suggest a good tailor in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Apr 26, 2008 - 3 answers

What are your experiences with tailors in Portland, Oregon? I'm looking for a place I can trust with expensive garments, and preferably on the west side of the river. Thanks!
posted by roygbv on Mar 12, 2008 - 1 answer

I would like to set up an appointment, get some fashion suggestions, get a tailored business suit, and become a satisfied customer. (Sydney, Australia) [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Mar 2, 2008 - 2 answers

I want tailored shirts. Where can I find a good tailor? [more inside]
posted by reenum on Feb 20, 2008 - 11 answers

Which country, and preferably area, in Southeast Asia is best to get tailored clothing? As in, "Here is a picture from a movie. Please make the suit therein and charge me a very low price." [more inside]
posted by jne1813 on Feb 11, 2008 - 7 answers

I'm participating in a wedding shortly and am thinking of buying a tuxedo online, then having it locally altered in Toronto. Has any one had experience or tips in doing this? Is it worth my time (and money) to buy online? [more inside]
posted by mutantdisco! on Jan 28, 2008 - 1 answer

I think I need a seamstress or seamster, but I am not sure how to find one. [more inside]
posted by waywardgirl on Jan 17, 2008 - 7 answers

I need recommendations for a tailor in Montreal for women's clothing. [more inside]
posted by exquisite_deluxe on Dec 26, 2007 - 1 answer

Where can I buy a reasonably priced suit in Chicago that I need to wear on Monday and Tuesday? [more inside]
posted by rbs on Nov 27, 2007 - 13 answers

Can a tailor do anything about the shoulder pads in my suit? [more inside]
posted by mekanic on Sep 26, 2007 - 5 answers

I've heard rumors that there's a talented Chinese bespoke tailor that comes to SF and books a meeting room where he takes orders and measurements. He then flies back to China (or possibly it was Hong Kong) and assembles the suits. A month or two later, when the suit is completed, he ships it to the customer. Supposedly this man makes a superior quality product for a reasonable price. [more inside]
posted by lekvar on Sep 14, 2007 - 24 answers

Can anyone recommend a good tailor in the Park Slope area of Brooklyn (North Slope section and on Fifth Ave. ideally)? I need a suit taken in and some cuffs on suit pants that I recently bought. Thanks.
posted by Falconetti on Sep 5, 2007 - 2 answers

How does one go about getting a tailor to clone one's favorite item of clothing? [more inside]
posted by nursegracer on Aug 23, 2007 - 7 answers

Alterations/Tailor in Chicago. Anyone have a personal recommendation? The drycleaner in my building does it, but I want to know if anyone can recommend a tailor personally. It's a dress (made of a recycled polyester with a water repellent finish) which needs some refitting through the bodice. Doesn't have to be a commercial tailor, either. If you know a good seamstress who is willing to do piecework, that's great. I just want someone I trust picking apart & resewing my dress.
posted by crush-onastick on Aug 1, 2007 - 5 answers

How do you alter a dress into a skirt? Or should to go to a tailor? [more inside]
posted by spec80 on Jun 19, 2007 - 8 answers

I need to make myself a full-size tailors dummy - suggestions for material and construction please? [more inside]
posted by ninazer0 on Jun 1, 2007 - 7 answers

What are your favourite failed flight inventions? [more inside]
posted by Felicity Rilke on May 2, 2007 - 22 answers

Can anyone recommend a tailor in Seattle or the Eastside? I need alterations done on several pieces of women's clothing, somewhat more complicated than just doing hems, so I would like a real tailor, not a dry cleaning shop that does alterations. I've already Googled, but would much prefer a referral to someone whose services you have actually used.
posted by matildaben on Apr 16, 2007 - 5 answers

Tailor recommendation in Montreal. [more inside]
posted by racingjs on Feb 8, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm leaving for Bangkok in a few days. Although there's info online already , I'd like MeFi specific recommendations on good tailors. I'm looking for business & casual clothing. I am fashion-challenged, so any advice on materials, cuts, and what clothes look good on a not-very-tall guy are appreciated as well. [more inside]
posted by yorick on Dec 24, 2006 - 5 answers

I would like to buy a suit. But I don't know what kind of suit I want. I'd love some help with deciding. [more inside]
posted by blindcarboncopy on Dec 17, 2006 - 44 answers