It’s that time of the year again. The weather is warming up & the excitement of prom season is beginning the build. Soon you’ll be picking out your dress or suit for the special night, but what comes after that is arguably the most important part! Once you have your prom dress or new suit, you’ll want to make sure that it fits you perfectly. You may catch yourself thinking, “Where can I find prom alterations near me?” That’s where Stitch It comes in.
There are so many things that can be done to your outfit in order to give it the best fit, the possibilities are almost endless, but today we’re just going to look at some highlights.
1. Dress Hem
The dress hem is the most common prom dress alteration— that’s because it’s the most important! When buying a dress off the rack, you’re not getting one that works for your exact height and body shape. Depending on how the dress fits, and if there are multiple layers, getting the hem right will go a long way to achieving that perfect fit look. At Stitch It, we know dress hems, so you can trust us to get it right.
2. Waist Adjustment
One benefit to getting the waist of your prom dress adjusted is that it creates a more fitted, defined silhouette. If you find that your dress fits well at the hips, but feels loose at the waist, or you’re looking for a specific silhouette, then getting the waist adjustment would be an alteration to consider.
3. Shorten Straps or Shoulders
If your dress has straps that are too long, don’t sit quite right, or just don’t look how you hoped they would, we can make an adjustment for both comfort and style. If your dress has sleeves and the shoulders are too large, we can adjust those so that the dress fits to your shape and improves the overall look and feel of the dress.
4. Neckline Adjustment
Neckline adjustments are another common alteration. Examples include lowering a neckline for a more dramatic look, raising a neckline for modesty, or adding structure on the insider to provide support. Whatever your dream is, Stitch It can make it happen!
5. Dry Cleaning Services
Once the alterations have taken place & you’re happy with the results, it’s time to make sure it’s clean and pristine for the big night! That’s where our eco-friendly and professional dry cleaning services help out. If you want to preserve the dress after your amazing prom, you can bring the dress back for another round of dry cleaning so that you can have it looking and feeling brand new!
When it comes to suit alterations, Stitch It can turn a suit that’s off-the-rack into one that looks like it was custom-made for you! That’s something that can make a world of difference on a big night like prom. Here’s a list of a few alterations that Stitch It can do to your prom suit:
1. Pant Hem
We’ve been doing pant hems for over 30 years, so we know a thing or two about getting the best look and feel. If your dress pants are too long, you could be tripping over them all night. If your pants are too short, then they may look awkward. Getting the right length for your pants makes sure that you look your best while allowing you to move comfortably. You can trust us to make sure that your pants are hemmed to the perfect length.
2. Pant Taper
Getting the right fit for your pants goes beyond the hem. Sometimes the hem can be perfect, but the pants don’t look how you would have hoped. The next step to achieving that look may be to taper the pants. This allows for a more tailored look that still gives you comfortable movement throughout the night.
3. Take In / Let Out Jacket
Comfort matters in the upper body as well. Making sure your suit jacket allows for movement while still looking stylish is a crucial part to being able to enjoy the night to its fullest. At Stitch It, we can take in or let out the suit jacket by altering the side or back seams to change how the suit jacket fits around your body. Taking in the jacket will make it smaller, while letting out the jacket will make it larger.
4. Adjusting Sleeve Length
One of the last things you want is a suit jacket that has sleeves that are too long. Adjusting the sleeves is something that may seem minor, but is one of the most important alterations that could be done. For a jacket with buttons, they will need to be moved up so that they remain centered on the cuff of the sleeve. Combining a jacket that has the perfect sleeves with pants that are the perfect length allows for one complete stunning look.
5. Dry Cleaning Services
The fun doesn’t just end after the alterations. What’s the point of having this perfect suit if you’re only going to wear it once? To get the maximum amount of uses out of it, you’re going to want to make sure it’s clean each time you put it on. That’s where we come in to help again. Stitch It’s dry cleaning services allow your suit jacket, pants, and even shirt to come back looking and feeling brand new.
Why Stitch It Should Handle Your Prom Alterations
At Stitch It, we don’t just make it fit, we make it last! Prom is such a special and important event, and our team of experts understand this. Our goal at Stitch It is always to make sure that your clothing look great, and fit even better. With our alterations & dry cleaning services, you’ll be able to wear and preserve your prom night outfit for years to come.
At Stitch It, we offer:
- Expert Tailoring: Our skilled seamstresses and tailors are experts in everything from simple pant hems to complex dress alterations.
- Personalized Service: We work with you to ensure your alterations match your vision for prom.
- Quick Turnaround: We understand that you need to make sure your outfit fits before the big day, so we make sure your alterations are completed promptly with time to spare.
- 30 Day Fit Guarantee: If you’re unhappy with your alterations for any reason, we’ll make it right at no extra cost within 30 days.
With over 50 locations from coast-to-coast across Canada, we make it convenient to get your prom alterations done right and on time.
We want to make sure that your prom is an unforgettable night, and making sure you have the perfect fit is one of the most important decisions you can make. Getting the right alterations are important for comfort, confidence and looking your best as you make memories that will last a lifetime.
If you’re ready to make sure you look your best for prom, visit us today.