When Clothes Need Attention

How to tell when your clothes need professional alterations. Fit issues to watch for and what a tailor can address.

Sometimes we grow accustomed to clothes that do not fit well. We stop noticing the small irritations. The collar that gaps. The trousers that drag. The jacket that pulls across the back.

Here are signs that a garment might benefit from a tailor's attention:

The collar does not lie flat : When buttoned, it bows out or strains. A simple adjustment can resolve this.

Trousers bunch at the ankle or show too much sock :  Hem length affects the entire silhouette. Getting it right matters.

Jacket shoulders extend past your natural shoulder : This is one of the most noticeable fit issues, and it can often be corrected.

Fabric pulls or buttons strain : This indicates the garment needs adjustment for your proportions.

You avoid wearing something because it is uncomfortable : If a garment sits unworn because it does not feel right, alterations might bring it back into use.

These issues are common. They are also fixable. A small stitch can make a big difference.