CLOTHING ALTERATIONS IN PHOENIX
At Q. Contrary, Mary offers expert clothing alterations to make sure every garment in your wardrobe fits the way it should. Whether it's a suit that needs a slimmer silhouette, a dress that needs hemming, or a favorite piece that just needs new life, she brings the same care and attention to alterations as she does to custom design.
From simple adjustments to more detailed tailoring, Mary will assess your garment, discuss what you're hoping to achieve, and recommend the best approach to get the fit right. The process is straightforward, personal, and focused on making sure your clothing works for your body and how you wear it.
Great alterations aren't just about taking things in or letting them out. They're about making a garment feel like it was made for you.
Prices are estimated and are subject to change.
Suits & Jackets:
– Sides in or out (of Jacket): $45 and up
– Shorten or lengthen sleeves: $45 and up
– Lower collar: $55 and up
– Shorten length of Jacket: $85 and up
– Taper Jacket Sleeves: $45–$65
– Sew buttons: $5 per button
Pants:
– Waist in or out: $20 and up
– Hems longer: $20 and up
– Cuffs: $25 and up
– Seat or Crotch in: $20 and up
– Replace Zipper: $35 and up
– Resew Hem: $15 and up
– Taper or trim legs: $65 and up
Skirts or Dresses:
– Shorten or lengthen: $45 and up
– Shorten Straps: $25 and up
– Make skirt less full: need to see
– Waist in: $35 and up
– Hooks n Snaps: $10 and up
– Sew bra cups in: $30
Jeans:
– Hem: $20 and up
– Original Hem: $30 and up
– Taper leg: $65 and up
– Waist in: $35 and up
– Darts: $35
– New Zipper: $35
– Patch holes: need to see
Shirts:
– Sides in: $45 and up
– Darts: $20
– Shorten Sleeves: $35 and up
– Hem Shirt: $40 and up
– Replace or lower collar: need to see
– Sew or replace buttons: $5 each
– Patch holes: need to see
Other Repairs:
– Repair/replace zipper: $35 and up
– Resew hems: $15
– Replace buttons: $5 each
– Patch holes: need to see
– Sew on patches: need to see
Frequently Asked Questions
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While custom made clothing is created from scratch, it isn’t always for everyone. When you purchase clothing from a retailer (off the rack) they don’t always fit how you
like. Simple changes to the garments can make the fit and feel better. Simple adjustments to ready-made clothing can improve the look and feel of a garment. If you are unsure, bring the garment in to review in person. -
Yes, we ask all clothes are cleaned before bringing them over for alterations. We will not work on soiled clothing or clothing covered in animal hair. We appreciate your understanding.
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Yes. You don't need to have purchased your garment with us to bring it in for alterations. We're happy to work with pieces from your existing wardrobe, whether they were bought off-the-rack, handed down, or found secondhand.
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Unfortunately, no. I need to see the garment in person to give an accurate price. Clothes are made and constructed differently, and that affects how the alterations are done, so an in-person look is the only way to give you a reliable quote. Feel free to stop by anytime, and I'll be happy to take a look and get you a quote.
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Not at all. You are welcome to stop by anytime during business hours.
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Turnaround time depends on the complexity of the alteration and current scheduling, but most alterations are completed within one week.
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Yes, we regularly alter wedding attire, including dresses, suits, and other formalwear that need precise fitting for a specific event.
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Yes, I do prefer that you try the garment on here in the store so I can mark and pin it properly. That said, you're welcome to pin or mark it at home, whether for yourself or someone else, and bring it in with you.
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Yes! It is a common garment I tailor. I can do plain hems and original hems. I can also taper the legs to be trimmer. A lot of my clients can’t find the right fit. It’s either too big in the waist or the thighs are too tight. I can take the waist in or add darts to get the waist to fit right and taper the legs for a more modern look. If you are unsure, let’s start with 1 pair and get them to fit right. Then, I recommend you wear them and if you like the new fit, I can alter as many as you like. I do recommend washing your jeans a couple times before I adjust the waist or legs.
Privacy First, Always
I have been fortunate to work with high-profile clients, and I remain committed to protecting the integrity of their privacy.
For clients that prefer the highest level of privacy during fitting appointments, I offer in-home or after-hours sessions at my store. All of your measurements are taken by me personally.
During fittings, the photos I need to collaborate with my tailors are always taken from the shoulders down to prevent identification, and unless you provide me with your explicit consent, I will not share any photos for promotional reasons.