Trousers alterations
Nowadays, finding trousers that fit you perfectly is no easy task, and often you have to loop through the alteration process. Although we no longer have the reflex to go to the tailor's as we did in the last century, the alterations service is an essential for those who insist on having a fitted wardrobe.
There's nothing more chic than a man in a well-tailored chino, or more elegant than a woman in perfectly fitted trousers. It's the little extra, the final detail, the one that makes an outfit impeccable.
There are different ways to alter trousers.It will depend on its cut, material and construction.
But generally, the alterationist will be able to modify the crotch, bottom, leg width, waist and possibly the butt of your trousers.
Trim the crotch of your trousers
We can touch up a fabric that has torn at the crotch, as is often the case with jeans. The touch-up will then depend on the extent of the damage. The best thing, of course, is to consult at the first signs of wear.
You may also have lost weight and your trousers are yawning at the crotch. Or that, on the contrary, slant creases are forming under the buttocks? Then you'll need to make sure you hollow out the curve of the trousers.
The art of hemming
The hem is undoubtedly the most common touch-up on trousers and has become a veritable art when it comes to style.
Depending on your outfit, your size or the cut of your trousers, the tailor will be able to direct you towards one hem rather than another.
But don't expect your trousers to go with derbies, sneakers and loafers all at the same time. It's simply not possible. To determine the height of your hem, it's best to choose the pair of shoes with which you're most likely to wear your trousers.
Impeccable legs
Trouser legs that are too wide or, on the contrary, too tight?
Don't worry, we'll be able to touch them up. Most of the time, manufacturers leave a margin of fabric in the seams that allows you to widen by 3 or even 4 centimeters. And for a larger enlargement, our Tilliste can always suggest using a fabric yoke, which will bring singularity to your trousers.
If, on the contrary, the legs are too wide, simply remove material, taking care not to alter the overall cut of your trousers.
How about readjusting the size?
To widen the waist of your trousers, we'll come dismantle the belt. You can usually expect to gain 2 to 3 centimeters thanks to the seam allowances left by the manufacturer. But here again, you can consider adding a yoke that will allow for a greater widening.
Reducing the waist is also an entirely feasible option, also taking up the belt and taking care to harmonize the rest of the trousers accordingly.
We know how frustrating it can be not to find trousers in your size, but you should know that you're absolutely not an isolated case. Today, clothing production is all about standardizing morphologies so it's only natural to call on a retoucher. Besides, at Tilli, you don't even have to go anywhere, we come to you!And it won't cost you any more than a traditional alterationist.
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