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A close-up of a tailor's hands carefully inspecting fabric of a suit.

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Recent Tailors tasks in London Bow

Tailor trousers

£30

Alameda Place, Greater London

24th May 2024

Adjust trousers waist and reduce length

TAILOR DRESS ALTERATION

£30

Mile End, Greater London, E3

12th May 2024

I HAVE A DRESS BUST TOO BIG ARMS TOO BIG , A SKIRT too big and a top too small lol need quote no idea how much this costs but I'm not rich so be nice , dunno why they ask us how much we want to spend I don';t want to spend I just have to :(

Tailor dress alterations

£10

Mile End, Greater London, E3

12th May 2024

The bust is too large I also have a skirt that needs taking in and a top that doesn't fit well depends on price

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What does a tailor do?

This service covers tailoring, clothing alterations, and sometimes even repair for different kinds of garments. This includes men’s suits, women’s coats, trousers, wedding dresses, and even down jackets. In the case of made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring, your wardrobe will show off your personality and fit your lifestyle in a way that off-the-rack can’t match.

And when you book your clothes tailor on our platform, you get some great added perks, such as picking a reviewed and rated tailor in your area, having a tailor go to your home or office, and working within your budget! Do note that some details may vary depending on the tailor you hire, so make sure that your task post is as detailed as possible. 

Alteration tailor near you

Most tailoring work includes altering a garment to fit you better. If you plan to get an off-the-rack item and take it to clothing alterations near you, it’s best to choose a size that fits the widest point of your body. From there, your local tailor will take in or cinch the rest of the item. Tailors can also make sleeves or pant legs slimmer, adjust the straps and bust darts of a dress, shorten the sleeves of a shirt, add the lining, and add buttons or hook-and-eye clasps. 

On the other hand, a tailor cannot make a garment bigger or longer. They also can’t fix a bad shoulder fit on a jacket or coat. Also, it is inadvisable to let out the stitches in fabrics like linen, cotton, and silk, since holes will show. 

Clothing repair

Most local tailors near you can also repair clothing. This can mean fixing a zipper, stopping a hem from fraying, repairing a rip, or reweaving a hole. When you book a clothing tailor near you to repair your item, they’ll tell you if the item can still be repaired, and what the risks (and cost) of the repair would be. They can also offer advice on how to better care for your clothing or avoid further damage, such as using a mesh bag in the laundry for your more delicate items or getting your clothes dry-cleaned instead.

Made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring

Tailoring or altering your off-the-rack garment is a fast and affordable way to make clothes fit you better. But if you want your wardrobe to fit you to a T, made-to-measure or bespoke tailoring is the way to go. While these services are offered at tailor shops near you, Airtasker lets you book a bespoke tailor who can go to your home or office, bring the Savile Row experience to you.

Your Tasker brings the supplies, takes your measurements and requests (or in the case of made-to-measure, lets you choose a pattern), and assists you with the fittings! This service saves time while still making sure you look stunning at that upcoming event - skilled Taskers can help you with planning for the big day as well!

Recent Tailors tasks in London Bow

I need my suit tailored to fit me (expanded)

£60

Mile End, Greater London, E3

6th Apr 2024

I have a 2 piece cotton suit that was tailor made for me years ago and it used to fit me perfectly. My body has changed since then and the suit is now tight on me, both the blazer and trousers are feeling very tight when I put them on now, and don't look good (tugging at the material). I need a tailor to adjust the suit for me.

Seamstress/tailoring for a few items of women's clothing

£40

Hitchin Square, Greater London

18th Feb 2024

I have a few things I want to fix

Tailor a maxi dress that 2 sizes too big

£20

Bromley, Greater London

11th Dec 2023

Satin maxi dress that’s slightly oversized, need to be tailored to be more fitted - Due date: Before Friday, 15 December 2023

Suit alterations

£100

Old Ford, Greater London

26th Jun 2023

Graduation is july 20th need a fitted suit by then - Due date: Flexible