The Workroom at Ballantynes
For quality tailoring and alterations.
Our experienced tailors are in-store and available to undertake prompt alterations to both men's and women's garments onsite.
If you would like more information, including pricing or have any questions please contact us or ask one of our staff in the Menswear or Fashion departments about our alterations service.
| Womenswear | |
|---|---|
| Trousers / Jeans | Shorten/Lengthen (adding fabric) Take in/Let out (adding fabric) Forks (Back seat/leg) Replace zip Re-line Taper Legs Remodel |
| Skirts | Shorten/Lengthen (adding fabric) Take in/Let out (adding fabric) Replace zip Re-line Taper Add pockets Remodel |
| Dresses/Tops/Shirts | Shorten/lengthen (adding fabric) Take in/Let out Remove gathering/pleats in sleeves Adding width to sleeves Narrow Shoulders Replace zip Shorten from waist or shoulder Reshape Add pockets Extra Button Holes Remodel If the fabric is stretch, we can twin needle it |
| Coats/Jackets | Shorten/lengthen Sleeves (with and without Buttonholes) Shorten Body Narrow Shoulders Add shoulder Padding Add Pockets Reshape Reline Remodel Add Keyhole Buttonholes |
| Menswear | |
|---|---|
| Trousers/Jeans | Shorten/Lengthen (adding fabric) Take in/Let out (adding fabric) Forks (Back seat/leg) Replace zip Re-line Taper Legs Remodel |
| Jackets/Suits/Coats | Shorten/lengthen Sleeves (adding buttonholes as before) Shorten Body Narrow shoulders Add shoulder padding Reshape Reline Remodel Add Keyhole Buttonholes |
| Shirts | Shorten body / sleeves Taper Body Add darts Attach pockets |
| Coats | Shorten/lengthen Sleeves (with and without Buttonholes) Shorten Body Narrow Shoulders Add shoulder Padding Reshape Reline Add Keyhole Buttonholes |
| Vests | Take in/Let out Reline Buttonholes |
| Lingerie | |
|---|---|
| Slips | Shorten/Lengthen Shorten straps Take in |
| Bras | Shorten Straps Add hooks Add Prothesis Pockets |
| Swimwear | Take in Shorten straps Add Prothesis Pockets |
| Nightwear | Shorten Body/Sleeves Take in |
| School Uniforms | For all school uniforms we leave generous hems on Dresses/Trousers/Shorts/Kilts/Shirts for growth. Ballantynes Customer Service can order name tapes, and attached these for you. Blazers Shorten/lengthen Sleeves Attach Awards Add Braid (Girls High) Take in Dresses Shorten/Lengthen Take in Dart |
| Trousers/Shorts/Skirts/Kilts | Shorten/Lengthen Replace Fly Take in Taper Jumpers Shorten sleeves Take in Line sleeves |
| Shirts | Shorten sleeves Take in Darts |
Made to Measure Men's Suiting
The ultimate destination for sharp, personalised style.
As well as stocking a huge range of the best off-the-rack suits and tailoring, a number of our brands also offer a made-to-measure tailoring service for anything from jeans to tailoring.
Brands with made-to-measure tailoring services include Rembrandt, Cambridge, and Joe Black.
How to get a Made to Measure suit
Step 1 - Book an appointment by calling 0800 656 400 or speaking to a member of the Menswear team instore. (Please allow 45mins-1hr)
Step 2 - We will pair you with a Made to Measure expert who will take your measurements and use a suit template to get the best fit for you. (No initial deposit is required.)
Step 3 - Now the fun part! Choose from a range of fabrics, linings, buttons and other trims; everything to make your suit unique to you.
Step 4 - Your measurements and material preferences will be sent away to the brand manufacturer to produce the suit and will arrive back instore in 5-6 weeks. You will be required to have at least one more fitting for any alterations to ensure the suit fits perfectly.
Step 5 - Once you are fully satisfied with the finished garment, then payment is taken and you are ready with your Made to Measure suit.
If you would like more information or have any questions please contact us or ask one of our staff in the Menswear department.