What alterations should I make to my costume?
Every man is different, in size and body type. When purchasing a suit, it's likely that some alterations will be required to achieve the perfect fit . But what alterations are possible?
Why have your men's suit altered?
A suit is more than just a piece of clothing: it's the modern man's armor, and it must fit perfectly. Alterations offer the opportunity to completely adjust the suit. It's important not to neglect this step, because while a well-tailored suit is a guarantee of elegance, a poorly fitted suit risks creating a sloppy appearance.
Alterations for the upper part of the costume
Sometimes a jacket is too big, too small, or the sleeves aren't the right size. To remedy this, our consultants will use their expertise to identify the necessary alterations. These will then be carried out in our own workshop by professionals who know our suits perfectly—enough to adapt them to each individual.
How to tighten or loosen a suit jacket?
If your suit jacket is too big, it needs to be altered. To tighten a suit jacket, our workshop uses a taper. This technique involves removing material from the sides, along the seams, to follow the hip line. Sometimes, the back may also need to be adjusted. Conversely, if the jacket is too fitted, a taper can be applied for greater ease of movement.
Is it possible to shorten or lengthen the sleeves of your jacket?
Jacket sleeves are designed with extra fabric folded inside, allowing for adjustment of the length as needed. This allows them to be shortened or lengthened. Sleeves can also be tailored, especially for thin shoulders and arms.
“The suit carries an extraordinary message.” - Pierre Cardin
For the lower part of the costume
While some people place less importance on trousers, they nevertheless complement the suit by elongating the silhouette. Ill-fitting trousers can make you look scruffy, while a slim-fitting, close-fitting cut will instantly flatter the wearer.
How to adjust your suit pants?
When it comes to trousers , suit alterations are applied at several levels: the take-up and release can be done at the waistband, the hips, or the crotch. The tapering is done along the legs, while the hem (simple or cuffed) can narrow or shorten the bottom, at the ankle.
Muscular legs, for example, will need a little more room to move. We then create a loose fit around the legs. Conversely, tapering involves tightening the fabric around the leg, although this is more of a touch of taste than necessity. As for the hem, which should be done last, it will mainly define the length. Our workshop can also add an interior reinforcement to protect the stressed parts from wear marks that would appear following repeated friction.
In short, suit alterations require the help of a seasoned professional. Our workshop offers to tighten, loosen, shorten, or lengthen your suit pieces, jackets and pants, to achieve the perfect fit, down to the last millimeter. Our goal is to make you look your best and feel good in a perfectly fitted suit that fits your figure. Our consultants share their expertise to identify the necessary alterations and to choose the right suit cut for your body shape.
