How to repair your dress: buttons, zips, seams and hems

A damaged dress never has to be. With TILLI, you can bring your favorite garments back to life with our meticulous repairs. Fallen buttons, broken zips, loose seams, undone hems or damaged linings: there's a solution for every problem. And with the Repair Bonus*, taking advantage of low rates has never been easier. Here's everything you need to know about dress repairs.

Repairing buttons that have fallen off a dress

A dropped button can ruin the look of a dress, but it's only a small concern for our craftsmen. At TILLI, every button repair is meticulously crafted. We recover the original button or find an alternative that matches your dress perfectly. For a long-lasting finish, we use sturdy thread and a technique that ensures the button won't fall off any time soon.
Button repairs on a dress also include checking all other buttons to ensure perfect consistency. A detail? A detail, perhaps. But that's what makes all the difference!

TILLI seamstresses repair your dress by fixing fallen buttons, changing broken fasteners and sewing up loose seams and unraveled hems.

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Repairing a broken zipper on a dress

A broken or jammed zipper can render a dress unusable. At TILLI, we have the expertise to repair or replace a zipper, whether classic, invisible or decorative.
Every zipper repair on a dress begins with a precise diagnosis. If the zipper is repairable, we adjust the teeth and slides. If replacement is necessary, we select a zip that perfectly matches the style and color of your dress. Zipper repair or replacement is carried out with the utmost care to ensure discretion and strength.

Repairing loose seams on a dress

A loose seam can quickly get worse if left unattended. That's why our TILLI craftsmen stabilize the damaged area before intervening. Using invisible stitches or topstitching, we restore the seam with precision, without weighing down the fabric or compromising its aesthetics.
Seam repairs on dresses made from delicate materials such as silk or lace are carried out with fine needles and specially adapted threads. This ensures that each repaired seam is strong and perfectly integrated into the garment.

Repairing loose hems on a dress

A loose hem gives your dress a sloppy look. Our TILLI craftsmen use different techniques to restore hems, depending on the style and fabric of the dress. For a discreet look, we prefer invisible hand-stitching. Quilted hems, on the other hand, are suitable for thicker fabrics.
Every hem repair on a dress is carefully carried out to ensure perfect length and impeccable symmetry. Even rounded or asymmetrical hems receive meticulous treatment, for a finish that looks like the original.

Repairing lining on a dress

The lining of a dress is essential for comfort and fit, but it's often put to the test. When it tears, unravels or frays, it can detract from the aesthetics and comfort of your garment. At TILLI, our craftsmen are masters of lining repair.
Each repair is meticulously carried out. We use specially adapted threads and techniques to ensure that the lining retains its suppleness and remains perfectly fitted to the dress. For delicate materials, such as silk or satin, special care is taken to avoid any risk of further damage.

The Repair Bonus*: reduced prices for repairs

Repairing clothes is a sustainable and economical gesture. Thanks to the Repair Bonus*, an initiative (only applicable in France) that supports eco-responsible choices, TILLI allows you to benefit from reduced rates on your repairs.
- Change a broken zip: €14 instead of €22.
- Repair a loose seam or hem: €6 instead of €12.
- Repair a lining: from €7 instead of €17.
This financial boost encourages you to extend the life of your garments on a budget. The quality of our services remains unchanged: each repair is carried out with the same care and the same high standards.

At TILLI, every repair, whether it's a fallen button, a broken zip, a loose seam, an unraveled hem or a damaged lining, is expertly carried out. Our craftsmen combine traditional know-how and attention to detail to give your garments a second life.
And with the Repair Bonus*, repairing becomes even more profitable. So why throw away a dress when you can bring it back to life? Trust TILLI for tailor-made repairs and clothes that last.

* The Bonus Réparation is an initiative set up by the French government to promote the repair of clothing and footwear and thus reduce the volume of waste. The discount applies only to services provided to private individuals resident in France.