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From 25 francs

Waist and width adjusted

Waistband in, sides in or out, back taken up. The alteration that turns “fits, sort of” into “fits”.

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A blazer being pinned in at the side seam on the dress form
  • Waistband, sides and back Turns “more or less” into “fits”.
  • Trousers and skirts CHF 30 Jacket sides CHF 40, shirts from CHF 25.
  • Fitting at drop-off Best if you put the piece on for a moment.
Which piece?

Taking it in, garment by garment

Whether it happens at the waistband or the side seam is decided by the cut. The waistband is faster; the side seam sits better.

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Your choice Trousers, waistband in CHF 30
Ready in
48 hours
Possible up to
about 4 cm

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The side seam of a wool skirt being pinned in on the form, tape measure and chalk beside it
The limit

Four centimetres almost always, eight almost never

A garment has its pockets, darts and seam allowances where the pattern put them. Take away too much and they move with it — and then it shows.

  • 2 Seams, not one We take the same from left and right, or the centre seam wanders sideways.
  • 4 cm the usual limit More than that means moving the pockets. Possible, but we say so first and price it separately.
  • CHF 0 for the fitting We pin on the body and show you in the mirror how it will sit.
FAQ

Questions about width adjustment

Not covered here? Call us — you get an answer in a minute rather than through a form.

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How long does an alteration take?

Most work is done in 48 hours. Small repairs such as a button or a seam are often faster.

Do I need an appointment?

Not for alterations and repairs — just walk in. For wedding dress alterations we book you a slot.

What does a fitting cost?

Nothing. We pin it, show you the result and name the fixed price before any work begins.

Are my garments insured?

Yes. Every garment left with us is insured for the whole time it is in our care.

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15 % 15% off all cleaning except shirts Applies to all cleaning services except the shirt service, on drop-off at the atelier, Idastrasse 1
No appointment, no forms

The fitting costs nothing.

Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or just walk into the atelier at Idastrasse 1. You get a fixed price before any work starts.

  • Opening hours: 08:00–19:00
  • No appointment needed
  • Fixed price before the work
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