Suit Alterations Tailor | NLefashion
With years of expertise in suit alterations in Toronto, our menswear tailors and seamstresses specialize in perfecting every detail to ensure your suit is tailored for events like office parties, gala events, and business meetings.
Expert Suit Alterations by Nadia Lef
Suit alterations are essential for achieving a sharp, polished look. Off-the-rack suits are made in standard sizes, which may not match each individual’s body shape or proportions. A well-fitted suit not only enhances comfort but also improves the overall appearance, giving a tailored, professional look that feels custom-made.
Our lead tailor, Nadia Lef, brings exceptional expertise to every suit alteration. With experience working for luxury brands like Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Hudson’s Bay, Nadia combines technical knowledge and a sense of style with high-end tailoring. From adjusting the jacket length, to tailoring the waist, or hemming the pants, we make the suit conform to your unique measurements.
Together with her team of skilled tailors and seamstresses, NLefashion has become a trusted name in Toronto and the GTA for men’s suit alterations, altering dozens of suit jackets, dress pants, men’s shirts and tuxedos since 1998.
Our Suit Jacket & Pants Alteration Process
Initial Consultation
During your first visit, you will have an in-depth consultation with our suit tailor and you will try on the suit so we can take detailed measurements and mark areas for adjustments like sleeve length, jacket fit, or pant length.
Follow-Up Fitting
Around 1-2 weeks later, you will return to our tailor shop for a follow-up fitting to check the fit and feel. Based on your feedback our tailor will make additional adjustments to perfect the suit’s comfort and appearance.
Final Fitting and Pick-Up
In this last step, you will try on the fully altered suit to confirm the fit is exactly as you envisioned. If you’re happy with the result, you can take it home right away, enjoying a custom-fit look that’s both comfortable and stylish.
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Suit Alterations Cost
From our experience, alteration prices for men’s suits and tuxedos typically range between $75 and $225+, depending on the fabric type, suit brand, specific requirements and complexity of the adjustments.
All alterations are done in our shop without outsourcing, which helps avoid miscommunications and third-party commissions that can increase the overall cost.
Move or Replace Buttons: $25-30+
Add Shoulder Pad: $30-40+
Raise & Shorten Back: – $50-70+
Narrow Shoulders: $75-85+
Adjust Suit Jacket Sides: $35-55+
Shorten Jacket Sleeves: $55-65+
Replace Sleeves Lining: $55-65+
Shorten/Lengthen Pants: $35-45+
Topstitch: $35-45+
Reattach Original Hem: $35-45+
Designer Suit Brands We Alter
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to alter a suit jacket and pants?
From our experience, altering a suit jacket typically takes 2 to 3 weeks, while altering pants usually takes 1 to 2 weeks and the exact timeline depends on the complexity of each alteration and our current schedule. Some luxury and designer suits are built differently, making their alterations more complex and time-consuming, which can also extend alteration times.
What types of menswear do you alter?
What We Do: We provide professional alterations to suits, including tuxedos and wedding suits, designer garments, blazers, dress shirts, casual shirts, dress pants, and trousers.
What We Don’t Do: Unfortunately, we do not alter leather clothing, winter jackets, or heavy outerwear, as these require specialized equipment and techniques.
What types of alterations can you make to a suit?
Our tailors can handle most types of suit alterations, from simple adjustments to complex customizations, depending on the suit and the brand. Once we see the suit in person, we’ll be able to tell you for sure what alterations are possible. Some common alterations include:
Jacket Alterations:
Sleeve lengthening or shortening (with or without preserving buttonholes)
Taking in or letting out the sides for a slimmer or looser fit
Adjusting shoulders (narrowing or reshaping)
Shortening or lengthening the jacket length
Adjusting lapel width
Altering armholes for better mobility
Realigning or adjusting pockets and vents
Replacing or reinforcing jacket lining
Suit Pants Alterations:
Waist adjustments (taking in or letting out)
Hemming and length adjustments, including adding cuffs
Tapering legs for a slimmer fit or adjusting the width
Seat, crotch, and rise adjustments
Replacing or reinforcing pockets
Adding suspender buttons or adjusting belt loops
Adjusting pleats or converting flat-front to pleats and vice versa
Letting out extra fabric for a longer fit, if available
Do I need to book an appointment for suit alterations?
Yes, booking an appointment is essential, especially for suit alterations. Suits require precise adjustments to ensure a sharp, tailored fit, and a dedicated appointment allows us to assess the suit fully and discuss the specific changes you need. An appointment also ensures we can provide personalized service with time set aside just for you.
To make the suit alteration process easier, we provide a FREE consultation with our tailor in Toronto and you are more than welcome to book an appointment online before visiting our tailor shop.
Our free consultation usually takes 15-20 minutes and we will have the chance to see the apparel on you and provide you with an estimate. If you require pinning of the apparel, there is an additional fee that is waived if you decide to proceed with us.
What luxury suits do you alter?
Through the years, we have had the chance to alter suits from many luxury retail chains, such as Harry Rosen, Hudson’s Bay, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Nordstrom and many different designers including:
- AMIRI
- Acne Studios
- Agnona
- Alexander McQueen
- AllSaints
- Ami Alexandre Mattiussi
- Atelier Munro
- Balenciaga
- Balmain
- Berle
- Berwich
- Bode
- Boglioli
- Bottega Veneta
- Brioni
- Brooks Brothers
- Brunello Cucinelli
- Bugatchi
- Burberry
- Calvin Klein
- Canali
- Corneliani
- DANIEL HECHTER
- David Donahue
- Dolce&Gabbana
- Dries Van Noten
- Dsquared2
- Eleventy
- Emporio Armani
- Ermenegildo Zegna
- Eton
- Etro
- Faherty
- Giorgio Armani
- Givenchy
- Gucci
- HUGO BOSS
- Hackett
- Harold
- Hart Schaffner Marx
- Heritage Gold
- Herno
- Hickey Freeman
- ISAIA
- Idea by Tombolini
- Isabel Marant
- JB Britches
- Jack Victor
- Jacquemus
- Jil Sander
- John Varvatos
- Kiton
- Loro Piana
- Luigi Bianchi
- Maceoo
- Mackintosh
- Maison Margiela
- Massimo Alba
- Maurizio Baldassari
- Michael Kors
- Moncler
- Neil Barrett
- Pal Zileri
- Paul & Shark
- Paul Smith
- Paul Stuart
- Peter Millar
- Prada
- Rag & bone
- Ralph Lauren
- Reiss
- Rick Owens
- Robert Talbott
- SANDRO
- SPIER & MACKAY
- Saint Laurent
- Samuelsohn
- Sease
- Sid Mashburn
- Strellson
- Suitsupply
- Séfr
- TOM FORD
- Ted Baker
- The Kooples
- Theory
- Thom Browne
- Thom Sweeney
- Tom Ford
- Tommy Hilfiger
- Valentino
- Veilance
- Versace
Do you provide remote consultation for clients who live far?
Unfortunately, we don’t offer remote consultations over video, phone, or images. The only way to assess the suit alterations properly is through an in-person consultation in our shop in Toronto, where we can examine the suit, fit, and details firsthand.
We know that travelling can be challenging, especially with Toronto’s heavy traffic during peak hours, so you are more than welcome to contact us and we’ll do everything possible to arrange an appointment time that fits your schedule and if possible, reduce the need for multiple follow-up visits.
Over the years, we’ve welcomed clients from Etobicoke, Toronto and across the Greater Toronto Area who value the quality and precision of our services, including:
- Bolton
- Brampton
- Burlington
- Caledon
- Casa Loma
- Concord
- Cooksville
- Dowsnview
- Erin Mills
- Erindale
- King City
- Kleinburg
- Maple
- Malton
- Markham
- Milton
- Mississauga
- North York
- Oakville
- Parkdale
- Port Credit
- Richmond Hill
- Thornhll
- Toronto
- Scarborough
- Vaughan
- Woodbridge
- York Mills
- Yorkdale
- and more
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