Prices · Central London · Collection Included
Alteration Costs in London — Clear Prices, No Surprises
We publish our prices because we believe you should know what you are paying before you commit. All prices below are starting rates — exact quotes are confirmed after inspection, before any work begins. Collection and return from your Central London door are included.
How our pricing works
Prices shown are starting rates. Every garment is inspected at our workshop and a written quote is sent before any work begins. If the quote is higher than expected, you can decline — your garments are returned unchanged at no charge. Collection and return from your Central London home are included in all prices.
Trousers & Jeans
| Trouser hemming (plain) | From £18 |
| Trouser hemming (turn-up) | From £22 |
| Trouser tapering | From £22 |
| Trouser waist adjustment | From £22 |
| Trouser seat adjustment | From £28 |
| Jean hemming (plain) | From £18 |
| Jean hemming (original hem preserved) | From £28 |
| Jean tapering | From £22 |
Suit Jackets
| Sleeve shortening (plain) | From £25 |
| Sleeve shortening (with working buttonholes) | From £40 |
| Body taking-in (side seams) | From £35 |
| Chest letting-out | From £35 |
| Shoulder adjustment | Quoted on inspection |
Dresses
| Dress hemming | From £22 |
| Dress taking-in | From £25 |
| Strap shortening or adjustment | From £15 |
| Zip replacement | From £28 |
| Evening gown alterations | From £35 |
Shirts
| Sleeve shortening | From £20 |
| Body tapering | From £22 |
| Collar adjustment | From £18 |
Jackets & Coats
| Jacket sleeve shortening | From £30 |
| Jacket body tapering | From £35 |
| Coat shortening | From £45 |
| Coat body adjustment | From £35 |
| Relining (jacket) | From £75 |
Zips
| Trouser zip replacement | From £25 |
| Dress zip replacement | From £28 |
| Jacket zip replacement | From £35 |
| Coat zip replacement | From £40 |
| Leather jacket zip replacement | Quoted on inspection |
Specialist Garments
| Wedding dress alterations | Quoted on inspection |
| Bridal gown alterations | Quoted on inspection |
| Leather jacket alterations | Quoted on inspection |
| Bespoke or made-to-measure | Quoted on consultation |
Why Alteration Prices Vary
Most London alteration services charge more than the published “from” price for a number of reasons. The most common are: fabric type (leather, silk and lined garments take more time and skill than cotton or synthetic), the extent of the alteration (shortening a trouser 2cm is different to shortening it 8cm and re-tapering through the thigh), and whether the original construction makes access to the seams straightforward.
Designer and bespoke garments — Savile Row suits, couture dresses, luxury leather jackets — are inspected individually before any price is given. The price is always confirmed in writing before work begins.
Our home collection service adds no charge to the alteration price. You pay only for the work done on the garment.
What London Alteration Prices Usually Include
At a standard high street tailor, the prices you see cover the alteration only — you travel to the shop, drop the garment, and return to collect. At Fine Tailors, collection from your door and return to your door are part of the service. The convenience difference is significant; the price difference is minimal.
Some services offering a call-out option charge £25–£50 for the visit on top of alteration prices. We do not. Collection and return are always included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book a Collection
Book online or call us. We confirm a written quote after inspecting your garments — no work begins until you approve. See our full services list or our suit alterations page for more detail.