The fitting room at The Tailory New York atelier on Canal Street

Soho Atelier

Tailoring & Alterations

Make it fit the way it should. Expert alterations on suits, blazers, trousers, shirts and dresses at our Canal Street atelier — whether you bought it from us or somewhere else.

  • 75+ Combined years on the bench
  • 5–10 Business days, rush available
  • Soho 511 Canal St atelier

What We Do

Alteration Services

From a hem to a full reconstruction. Our alterations range from minor tweaks to complete garment transformations — bridal included.

Suit & Blazer Alterations

  • Taking in or letting out the waist and chest
  • Taking in or letting out the shoulder width
  • Shortening or lengthening jacket sleeves
  • Shortening the jacket body length
  • Sleeve pitch and shoulder reshaping
  • Tapering the jacket body
  • Collar adjustments and lapel reshaping
  • Lining replacement

Trouser & Pant Alterations

  • Hemming and cuffing
  • Waist adjustment, taken in or let out
  • Tapering the leg
  • Seat and thigh adjustments
  • Raising or shortening the rise, front and back

Shirt Alterations

  • Sleeve length adjustment
  • Taking in the shoulders
  • Body tapering
  • Shortening the body length

Dress & Gown Alterations

  • Hemming
  • Waist and bust adjustments
  • Strap alterations
  • Bustle and train work
  • Lining alterations, including recreations

The list above covers the alteration services we are asked for most often, but we are equally equipped to recreate and reinterpret a garment entirely. Call us any time to talk through the process and make something new from a piece you already own.

How It Works

From Fitting To Finished

Every adjustment is marked on your body, not on a dress form. That is the difference between an alteration and a guess.

01

Book a fitting

Reserve a time at our Canal Street atelier or book online. Bring the garment and the shoes or accessories you plan to wear with it.

02

We assess the garment

Our tailors examine construction, fabric and seam allowance to determine what is genuinely possible, and advise on the best approach.

03

Pinning and marking

We mark every adjustment on your body, not on a dress form, and pin the garment so you see the result before the work starts.

04

Production

Turnaround is typically 5 to 10 business days depending on complexity. Rush service is available when the date will not move.

05

Final fitting

Come back and try it on. Anything that needs a second pass is adjusted at no additional charge.

Bring the garment and the shoes you plan to wear with it.

Book a Fitting

Pricing

What It Costs

Alteration pricing varies by garment type and the complexity of the work. These are the starting points for what we do most often — you get an exact quote at your fitting, before any work begins.

Book a Fitting

Common Alterations Start At

Trouser hem
From$25
Jacket sleeve shortening
From$45
Jacket waist suppression
From$75
Full suit alteration package
From$150

There are no surprises. If the garment turns out to need more than we quoted, we tell you before we touch it.

An industrial machine on the bench at The Tailory New York

Soho's Tailoring Specialists

A Perfect Fit Does Not Come Off The Rack

Mass-produced sizes do not match the bodies people actually have. If you have been searching for tailors near me or suit alterations NYC, this is the part most shops skip: we fit for individuality, not for a size chart.

Our atelier sits in West Soho with a team of master tailors, seamstresses and designers on staff — over 75 combined years on the bench. As a leading tailor in NYC, we treat a trouser hem with the same care as a bridal gown.

Alterations are not a remedy for small problems. They are the difference between a garment you own and a garment that looks made for you. Every stitch is a testament to the work behind it.

Wedding, boardroom, cocktail party, or your favourite pair of jeans — bring it in and we will make it fit.

Good To Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you alter suits not purchased at The Tailory?

Yes. We alter suits, blazers, trousers and other garments regardless of where they were purchased. Our tailors assess each piece individually to determine the best approach.

How long do alterations take?

Standard turnaround is 5 to 10 business days. Rush service of 2 to 3 business days is available for an additional fee. Tell us before your appointment if you have a tight deadline.

Can you alter a suit that is too large?

Within limits, yes. A jacket can typically be taken in one to two inches at the waist and chest. Beyond that the structure of the garment may make further alteration impractical. Our tailors will tell you at your fitting.

Do I need an appointment for alterations?

Appointments are recommended and walk-ins are welcome based on availability. To guarantee a fitting time, book online or call the atelier.

Where are you located?

Our atelier is at 511 Canal Street, New York, NY 10013, in West Soho. See our contact page for hours and directions.

Ready For A Perfect Fit?

Book an alterations fitting at our Canal Street atelier and leave with a garment that fits the way it should.