Tailoring & Alterations in Boston | Diversity Consignment
DIVERSITY CONSIGNMENT · JAMAICA PLAIN, BOSTON
Tailoring & Garment Care
A better fit, a longer life. From everyday hems to intricate repairs and custom garments, our tailoring service helps you make the most of the clothing you already love.
Alterations & Pricing
Prices below are for standard alterations. Your final quote depends on the garment and work required.
Pants & Jeans
| Hem pants (from cuff) | $15 |
| Hem pants (from waist) | $25 |
| Taper leg (knee down) | $30 |
| Taper full leg | $55 |
| Add darts | $20 |
| Pleats (pants) | $115 |
Dresses, Skirts & Blouses
| Add darts (blouses) | $20 |
| Add darts (dresses & skirts) | $35 |
| Shorten straps | $35 |
| Pleats (skirts & dresses) | $60 |
| Taking in (shirts & blouses) | $25 |
| Taking in (dresses) | $75 |
Sleeve Alterations
| Shorten sleeves from cuff | $25 |
| Shorten sleeves from shoulder | $50 |
| Taper sleeve width | $30 |
| Convert long sleeve to short sleeve | $25 |
| Also do lining | $20 |
Jackets & Outerwear
| Taking in | $75 |
| Shorten length | $50 |
| Also do lining | $20–$30 |
Repairs & Replacements
| Replace or shorten zipper | $25 (+$5 if we provide zipper) |
| Replace button | $5 each (+$1 if we provide button) |
| Replace belt loop | $5 each (+$1 if we provide loop) |
| Standard fastener replacement | From $15 (materials extra) |
Repairs
| Simple lining tear | $15 |
| Complex lining tear | $40 |
| Decorative patch | From $20 (materials extra) |
| Preventative reinforcement | From $15 (materials extra) |
Formalwear
| Shorten dress straps | $40 |
| Hemming | $50 |
| Taking in | $75 |
Rush & Additional Charges
Rush pricing starts at $10 for small projects, $20 for large projects, and $50 for formalwear, coats or suiting. Temporary or reversible tailoring is available upon request for an additional charge.
Beyond Alterations
Consultations are also available for leather repair, jewelry design and repair, embroidery, upcycling and fabrication, and custom garments. Custom projects include everyday clothing, formalwear and suiting, undergarments and corsetry, costumes, dance and theater garments, historical garments, handbags, and accessories.
Before You Begin
All tailoring work requires an initial fitting, and most projects also require a midpoint fitting. Turnaround times vary by complexity and current workload. Leather, beading, delicate fabrics and extensive reconstruction require a custom quote.
Have a piece in mind?
Tell us about your garment and the work you are hoping to have done. We will review your request and discuss next steps.