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Irvine, CA

Better Fit Alterations

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Update 2026 continued: This is why I absolutely love Sylvia and her seamstresses!! These jeans are definitely used, and Sylvia has repaired them several times by now. I recently had these snag on a door latch and tear a rather large hole in the side. My favorite flannel is only two years old and started to come apart on one of the button holes. Again, repaired perfectly!! So, from the most serious of "accidents" to the smallest of repairs and EVERYTHING in-between I completely recommend coming over to Better Fit Alterations and have them restore your favorite clothing items.

Cathlyn D.

Always love coming to get my clothes tailored by Sylvia and the team. First found this place because I had just gotten engaged and had a ton of outfits prepared that needed tailoring. After doing extensive research, I decided to trust this place. Got my engagement party dress, wedding dress, and a few other items tailored here by Sylvia. Incredibly reasonable prices and great service. One thing to note is that for my engagement party dress, it was tailored the first round to my accurate measurements however there was extra fabric sticking out of the back making me look like I had a tail or something. Notified Sylvia right away and she fixed it on the spot. Ended up looking great! Always try on your tailored clothes before walking out to ensure your expectations are met! I will always come back and trust Better Fit Alterations especially due to the fast turn around time! They also have a variety of payment methods for you so that part is also convenient.

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Fast, efficient, reasonably-priced.

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She hemmed pants and repaired a strap on my favorite cross body bag for a reasonable price

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I needed alterations on a last minute purchase for a gala event and they came through with a next day turnaround.

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Amazing service and tailoring. We got 2 uniforms tailored same day. And it was perfect. Thank you so much.

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Great service, great prices. Quick turn around. Just in a little awkward location. But worth the effort to find them.

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Ask the Community - Better Fit Alterations

What is the cost for altering a loose jeans to fit?

Hi Veena, Thanks for reaching out! The price varies depending how big they jeans are, It starts by taking the waist in $26-34. If you need to also make it slimmer, $18-38. And to shorten it, $10-28. If you need to do all three alterations at the… 

Hi there I'm needing a long dress hemmed and would like to how much it would cost?

Hi,Thanks for reaching out! The price to shorten the length of a standar formal gown is $28-58. All depends on the width and layers. Turnaround time is 7-10 days. No appointment is needed.

Hi Silvia! How much do you charge to hem summer dresses and/or to hem from the sides if the dress is too loose?

Hi Christina! To bring in the sides, might vary from $12-28, length most likely $18-38. It is something more complicated, the price goes higher. Turnaround time is 7-10 days. You don't need an appointment!

Hi Sylvia, I have some golf polos that need to be taken in on the sides only. 1 inch on each side would be perfect, do you have an estimation on what that would cost?

Hi Geoff Good morning! Most likely $12. If it has slits on the sides and you want me to put them back. $20. It usually takes 5-7 days to have orders ready. You don't need an appointment

How much to hem men's pants and take in the waist?

Hi! To take in the waist $22-28, simple hem $8-14. Usually takes 5-7 days to have orders ready.

Can you hem a dress I need to use for wedding today on last minutes?

Hi! If it's a simple long gown, we can definitely accommodate you. I suggest coming ASAP. Bringing your heels would help a lot.

Hi Silvia! I have a wool jacket that has fall off buttons and I need them to be sewed, I wonder if you guys can do that and how much will it cost? Thank you so much!

Hi Yen, Good morning! Yes we do that. It's $2.00 per button, and we do have spare buttons, but they might not be exact match. It might take 3-5 days to have it ready. You don't need an appointment.

Hi. My wife has an Indian Saree that she wants to get dry cleaned so wanted to know if you guys do that and if yes then what are the prices? TIA

Hi! No, we don't do dry cleaning...

Hi Silvia, can you do alterations for drapes and curtains?

Hello!! Yes we do! Price might vary from $18-38 depending on the width, layers and weight

Hello! How much do you charge for suit sleeve button sewing on and tailoring the pants length? How many days will it take?

Hi! For the pants hem, just $7, and for the button $2, but you would ne to bring the replacement. If not, don't worry., we'll figure it out! It takes 3-4 days

Hello, what is your current pricing for shortening blazer jacket sleeves? And shortening suit pants? Thank you!

Hi Michael! Sleeves length $30-38 and pants for only hem, $7-10

Will u adjust a shapewear compression? How much will u charge and can u get it done same day?

Hi! Yes! We can adjust it!... I would need to see it. Most likely, $14-28. If you bring it as soon as we open, we can have it done by the end of the day. We don't do expedite fees!!

Hi! How much to take in the waist on jeans?

Hi! For waist only, $20-24

Do you make covers for outdoor cushions if I have fabric and cushion?

Hi! Yes we usually do,... but I would need to see it to give you a accurate price. You can send me a picture by text. 714 5688855

Can you shorten joggers? With or without the zipper at the ankle

Hi, yes we can.

Hi! Do you do alterations on costumes?

Hi! Most likely Yes!

How much is a blind hem on a knit dress pants?

Hi! It would probably be $5-10. The price might vary on the width or style. But if it's a simple hem, that's about right.

How much to shorten a chiffon dress?

Hi, can I check the price for: - hemming some wool trousers. - shortening a jacket sleeve…

Hi Good morning! $5 for regular hem. $28-35 shortening sleeves $35-42 for taking in the sides.

How much do you charge to hem a pair of jeans with orginal hem?

Hi... it should be $18-20

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“Had only great experiences with Silvia and her team from the earlier part of 2024 and before then as well.”

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