Everything we do,
in-house.
Clothing alterations, leather & suede specialists, bespoke suit and shirt making. Every service carried out by our team at 78 Bridge Street.
Everything we do,
under one roof.
Clothing alterations, specialist leather & suede repairs, bespoke suit and shirt making — all carried out in-house at 78 Bridge Street, Manchester.
Every garment,
every fix.
Men's, women's and children's clothing. Any garment, any fabric — if it needs altering or repairing, bring it in. Many jobs done while you wait.
Every garment,
every fix.
Men's, women's and children's clothing. Any garment, any fabric. The list below is a guide — if you don't see what you need, just ask. Many jobs done while you wait at our Manchester shop.
Trousers, skirts, dresses, coats and more. Blind hem, turned-up hem, original hem restoration. Any fabric, any length.
- Trouser hems
- Skirt & dress hems
- Coat & jacket hems
- Original hem restoration
- Jeans turn-ups
Broken, stuck or missing zips replaced on any garment. Jackets, dresses, trousers, bags and boots.
- Jacket & coat zips
- Dress & skirt zips
- Trouser zips
- Bag & boot zips
- Concealed zips
Resizing garments to fit. Side seams, back seam, waist — taken in or let out where fabric allows. Any garment type.
- Side seam alterations
- Waist adjustment
- Back seam
- Letting out to max fabric
Tears, holes, worn seams and fraying repaired. Invisible mending where possible. Patches matched to your fabric.
- Seam repairs
- Hole & tear mending
- Elbow & knee patches
- Pocket repairs
- Lining repairs
Buttons replaced, moved or added. Full lining replacement on jackets and coats. Hooks, eyes, press studs and poppers.
- Button replacement
- Button repositioning
- Hook & eye fitting
- Full lining replacement
Suits that
actually fit.
Off-the-peg suits altered to your exact measurements. Jacket, trousers, waistcoat and shirts — every detail adjusted.
Suits that
actually fit.
Off-the-peg suits altered to your exact measurements. Jacket, trousers, waistcoat and shirts — every detail adjusted without losing the garment's structure and drape.
Sleeve length, shoulder fit, chest and waist suppression, back seam — precise alterations that preserve the jacket's structure.
- Sleeve shortening
- Waist suppression
- Chest taking in
- Shoulder adjustment
- Back vent work
- Jacket shortening
Waist, seat, leg and hem alterations on suit trousers, chinos, jeans and formal trousers. Turn-ups added or removed.
- Waist taking in & out
- Seat adjustment
- Leg tapering
- Hem & turn-ups
- Crotch repairs
Dress shirts and casual shirts taken in at the body. Sleeve shortening, collar and cuff alterations.
- Body taking in
- Sleeve shortening
- Collar & cuff work
- Shirt shortening
Waistcoats, dinner jackets, morning suits and school uniforms. Black tie, lounge suits, all occasions.
- Waistcoat side seams
- Dinner jacket alterations
- Morning suit fitting
- School uniforms
Perfect fit for
the big day.
Private fitting rooms by appointment. Wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns and occasion wear. Multiple fittings included.
Perfect fit for
the big day.
Private fitting rooms by appointment. Wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns and occasion wear altered with precision. Multiple fittings included.
Hemming, taking in, letting out, adding or removing sleeves, bustles and trains.
- Full hem & bustle work
- Bodice taking in & out
- Strap & sleeve alterations
- Train adjustments
- Zip & corset changes
Bridesmaid gowns, prom dresses and evening wear. Group orders welcome — we'll co-ordinate fittings.
- Hem shortening
- Bodice alterations
- Strap adjustments
- Group orders
Cocktail dresses, gala gowns, mother-of-the-bride outfits. Beaded and sequin fabrics handled with care.
- Formal gown alterations
- Beaded & sequin fabric
- Cocktail dress hemming
- Formal trouser suits
Experts in leather.
Simple to complex.
One of very few tailors in Manchester with genuine expertise in leather and suede. From a broken zip to a full reline — we handle it all.
Experts in leather.
Simple to complex.
One of very few tailors in Manchester with genuine expertise in leather and suede. A broken zip, a torn lining, a garment that no longer fits — we handle it all. The services listed below are a guide — if your repair isn't here, send us a photo and we'll advise.
Zip replacement, seam repairs, lining replacement and pocket repairs. All types of leather jackets.
- Zip replacement
- Seam & panel repairs
- Sleeve shortening
- Pocket replacement
Worn or torn linings fully replaced on leather coats, jackets and waistcoats. Fabric matched where possible. A repair most tailors won't attempt.
- Full lining replacement
- Partial lining repair
- Sleeve lining
- Padding & interlining
Taking in or letting out leather jackets, coats and trousers. Requires specialist skill and machinery — done in-house.
- Waist & side taking in
- Sleeve shortening
- Body resizing
- Letting out where possible
Seam repairs, relining and zip work on suede jackets and sheepskin coats. Handled with the care these materials demand.
- Suede seam repairs
- Sheepskin relining
- Zip & button work
- Collar & cuff repair
We regularly work on high-end leather garments. Not sure if we can help? Send us a photo on WhatsApp — we'll give you an honest answer within the hour.
Bespoke
Suits
A fully bespoke suit made entirely in-house. Every measurement, every seam, every button — your choice. British and Italian fabrics.
From £825
Book a Consultation →Bespoke
Shirts
A shirt made to your exact measurements — collar, sleeve, body fit, cuff style and fabric all chosen by you.
From £195
Book a Consultation →Bespoke
Suits
A fully bespoke suit made entirely in-house at 78 Bridge Street. Every measurement, every seam — your choice. British and Italian fabrics.
From £825
Book a Consultation →Bespoke
Shirts
A shirt made to your exact measurements — collar, sleeve, body fit, cuff style and fabric all personalised. Dress shirts and casual styles.
From £195
Book a Consultation →While-you-wait service
Many alterations — hems, zips, quick repairs — done while you wait. No appointment needed. Mon–Sat 9:30–6.
While-you-wait service
Many alterations — hems, zips, quick repairs — can be done while you wait at our Manchester shop. No appointment needed for most jobs.
Questions answered
Questions answered
Ready to get started?
Visit us in Manchester, send a WhatsApp, or post your garment from anywhere in the UK.