What I Can Help With

Clothes are made to be worn and enjoyed, but sometimes they need a little adjustment to keep them looking and feeling their best. At Reads of Winchester, I offer a wide range of clothing alterations and repair services — each one carried out carefully and with attention to detail.

Alterations

If something doesn’t fit quite right, I can help make it more comfortable. I shorten and lengthen hems, taper the legs of jeans, adjust waistlines, alter sleeves, and reshape dresses so they sit just the way you want them to. For special occasions such as weddings, proms, or evening events, I can alter dresses and gowns to ensure they fit beautifully and make you feel confident.

Repairs

Favourite garments are worth saving. I replace zips, re-sew buttons and buttonholes, repair torn seams, fit new hooks and bars, and patch worn areas with care. My aim is always to extend the life of your clothing so you can continue enjoying the pieces you love.

Everyday Wear & Occasion Pieces

From everyday trousers, skirts, and jackets, through to delicate dresses and formalwear, I treat every item as if it were my own. Whether it’s a simple fix or a detailed adjustment, I make sure each piece is returned to you ready to wear again with confidence.