You're more than likely to miss this place if you go searching for it. However hidden behind a…read moredarkened shopfront, if you squint through the curtains you will find Gina and a sea of sewing machines and tailor's dummies. Gina has been here for more than 50 years, fixing and altering our clothes. She is a bloody gem and I think it should be considered an honour to have your clothes altered by her. She is only open a couple of days a week so phone ahead to see when you can pop in.

I may be 25 years old but I'm still a child. Hence why I need to have my clothes fixed regularly…read moreafter silly rips and boyish tumbles (read: drunk and falling over.) Thankfully the lady-in-charge at Silver Threads & Golden Needles is a bloody gem, doesn't judge and will sew up and re-thread your favourite clothing item. She is also great at re-sizing and altering your pants/shirt/dress if you just HAD to have it despite the size, or you're clever goose and have lost a bit of weight. Before you know it you'll be out the door and skipping down Kew Junction with your newly fitting outfit. Isn't it glorious that a place like this exists? Oh, and be sure to say hello to the pooch that sits in the front door!

Excellent service and very friendly people. Very grateful for a last minute alteration - thanks…read moreagain and thanks for the chocolates

Really happy to be served by a tailor who truly understood what I needed done!…read moreThe customer service was great and quality of work was awesome. Will definitely be going back.

From the owner: Alteration Station provides a clothing alterations service that offers a personalised experienced…read morealongside expert knowledge with a modern touch in Melbourne (Essendon). No job is too big or small, and we aim to cover all types of clothing, from Dresses to Suits. Alteration Station prides itself in its quality and care in a rapidly evolving world for a price that's convenient to you! Our tailors are passionate and have a genuine love towards the art of tailoring. At Alteration Station we strive to not only provide a quality finish but to also help guide you towards the perfect fit! We like to give our expert opinions where necessary to ensure that you are feeling confident and comfortable in your outfit!

I visited Alter-It Hawthorn to take in a pair of jeans after losing weight. My jeans are now…read morecompletely ruined--incredibly disappointed with this outcome. Not only are the pockets absurdly close together, the belt loop is shredded and there are pulls in the fabric where pins pierced and tore fibres. I called Alter-It Hawthorn directly to spare the negative online review, and to ask if anything could be done, but after the unbelievably sarcastic, defensive and accusatory response I received, I have no choice but to comment in a public forum. This was unsettling as my tone (initially) was polite and simply asking if anything could be done to rescue the jeans--I had to ask her at one point to please refrain from being so defensive. Also note, I hardly ever leave reviews, and feel compelled to, given the experience I just had. The woman said, "I told you the pockets would be too close together, you saw how it would look in the mirror, etc. etc." and before she tries this defence in response online, please know that I have ZERO expertise in alterations, sewing, etc. An "expert" should explain, with authority, what WILL happen, provide alternatives and/or recommend against the alteration. This woman casually, lightly mused that the pockets "could" wind up too close together, but when she kept on pinning, I assumed that meant she decided the distance of the pockets would be fine. I trusted that. I also don't have the expertise to imagine what a pair of jeans will look like when they are stuck full of pins. Additionally, at no point did she mention that I would lose the original top-stitched seam, which definitely would have given me pause (especially now that it disappears then reappears weirdly in the crotch--like a permanent wedgie). She also told me that "no one has ever had a problem with my work" and that I was the first, which clearly isn't true based on the reviews I just read on this very forum. Furthermore, she told me nothing could be done to save them and no money could be refunded because "they did the job they said they were going to do" and that "I know it sounds harsh, but it's your problem." I was so furious and shocked frankly that I ended the call with profanity.

The staff are so incredibly rude and the prices are absolutely ridiculous. Went to get a skirt…read morehemmed and was told it would cost me $50 at least. $50 for hemming a skirt! I could not believe it. Left straight away... there's definitely better places to waste your money. If you want tailoring done anyway in hawthorn go as far away from this place as you can!

Every person needs a good tailor. None of us are perfect so we are bound to need our clothes to be…read morealtered every now and then. But who do we trust with such an important task? I don't want some young whipper-snapper fresh out of RMIT Fashion school, I want me a knowledgeable wise tailor who has done this kind of thing for decades. Enter the Galati's. These are people you can trust with those pants that are a bit too long, that dress with a rip in it and even with more difficult and pricey items like your leather jacket or Bridesmaid dresses. They are a family business who have been around for yonks so they must be doing something right. They have always been reasonably priced and get the job done quick smart.

the best tailor ever!! no job is too difficult!! Always a professional job…read more.. look no where else he's the man!!! reasonable prices .. he knows his profession.

This place is where I take all my garments on death row. When you walk in its like a rehab centre…read morefor old and used garments that need a bit of re-vamping. I started taking my clothes here after my mum had been taking all our school uniforms for years to be altered. For a competitive price this man can fix just about anything. Hems are usually around $12 along with zips and the like. Once I had a silk top that had a cigarette burn straight through it a clear hole from one side to the other and guess what he fixed it. It literally looked like the whole never existed & the shape of the top was not altered in any single way. Magic!

I used Isadora Nim for a business suit before a new job. I struggle to find clothes for work from…read morehigh street stores being out of the "normal" size range. Peter was approachable and professional throughout the whole process, making me feel comfortable and offering me much needed style advice! Pieces came out looking great and will definitely use them again!

From the owner: Isadora Nim is a tailoring company specialising in women's clothing. With a great selection of…read morefabric choices, we make everything from bridal suits, to business suits, skirt suits and shirts as well as dresses appropriate for all office environments. Our custom made selection also extends to "mother of the bride" looks. Everything is made-to-measure to achieve the perfect fit for each individual. We have travelling tailors to visit your home or office for your convenience

Excellent advice, and really high quality clothes. It's so hard to find clothes that aren't built…read moreto fall apart, but you'll find none of that here

From the owner: Godspeed. Melbourne based store selling select quality denim and menswear from Japan, USA and…read moreEurope. Professional Denim Repair, Alterations and Service.

According to their sign, Brunswick Alterations is adept at not just your basic coat, pants/trousers…read moreand formalwear adjustment needs, but they also do "female slimming garments". I'm going to interpret that as corsets. So, they do corsets. Unlike the chain stores that have been dominating the clothing alterations market in recent years, the service at Brunswick Alterations is personable and practical. The staff will patiently explain the limitations in what can and can't be done. It's also very reasonably priced, although I've never had anything too complicated or high end done. They're also relatively fast. Brunswick Alterations is definitely worth a look in for all your clothing adjustment needs.

Did a wonderful job with altering an off the rack dress to fit my body perfectly. Thanks!read more