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alterations

Most garments take centuries to decompose. Let’s charish them for as long as we can.

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Garment alterations and reconstruction services

✻ alterations

We work together to tailor existing garments to fit comfortably. We also reinforce seams or the structure of a garment to last longer if necessary.

✻ reconstruction

We creatively repurpose existing pieces into something entirely new and different. We can transform dresses into pants, pants into shirts, the options are enless!

Not all two pieces are the same, and there are some things we have to turn away. Please see the list of accepted items below.

    • Shirts

    • Skirts

    • Pants

    • Sweaters

    • Jackets

    • Dresses

    • Suits (currently only available for reconstruction- not alterations)

    • Gowns

    Acceptable fabrics:

    • Cotton, polyester, denim, corduroy, velvet, technical apparel (gore-tex etc.), lace, linens + silk.

    If your item is not on this list, feel free to reach out. We accept more fabrics and items than what is listed, these are just the main fabric categories we deal with.

    • Irreversible stained garments

    • Undergarments

    • Home decor fabrics

    • Leather fabrics (natural or faux)

    • Garments from SHEIN, Fasionova, Forever21, Temu & Urban Outfitters

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it’s time to make your clothes last.