Professional suit alterations by experienced tailors with 25+ years of expertise. From minor adjustments to complete suit reworks, we ensure your suits fit impeccably — jacket, trousers, and vest. Two convenient locations in Hoboken and Jersey City, NJ.
A well-fitted suit makes a powerful impression — whether you’re heading to an important meeting, a wedding, or a night out. At Imperial Alterations, our tailors specialize in every aspect of suit alterations, from jacket tapering and sleeve shortening to trouser hemming and waist adjustments.
We work with all suit types: single-breasted, double-breasted, slim-fit, classic, and custom. Whether you’ve bought a suit off the rack that needs fine-tuning or you’ve gained or lost weight and need your existing suits adjusted, our team handles it with precision and care.
What makes us different: Unlike chain stores or dry cleaners that outsource alterations, every alteration at Imperial is done in-house by senior tailors with 25+ years of experience. We understand suit construction — canvas, fusing, shoulder padding, lining — and we alter your suit in a way that respects its original design and quality.
We proudly serve clients from Hoboken, Jersey City, Manhattan, and the greater NYC metro area. Both our Hoboken location and Jersey City location are equipped for complete suit work, from simple trouser hems to full jacket reconstructions.
Getting your suit altered at Imperial Alterations is straightforward:
1. Bring Your Suit In
Visit either our Hoboken or Jersey City location. Walk-ins are welcome, or book an appointment to guarantee a time slot. Bring the shoes you plan to wear — this ensures we get the trouser length exactly right.
2. Free Consultation & Fitting
Our tailor will assess your suit, discuss what you’d like adjusted, and provide an exact quote on the spot. No surprises — you’ll know the cost before we start.
3. Expert Tailoring
Standard turnaround is 2 weeks for suit alterations. Full suit reworks (jacket + trousers + vest) may take 2–3 weeks. Need it sooner? Rush service is available with a 20% surcharge, and same-day service with a 30% surcharge, subject to availability.
4. Final Fitting & Pickup
We’ll contact you when your suit is ready. Try it on in-store — if anything needs a minor tweak, we’ll take care of it.
All prices are starting prices. Final cost depends on fabric, complexity, and garment condition. Free consultation for exact quotes.
| Alteration | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Trouser hem (standard) | $18 and up |
| Trouser waist in/out | $35 and up |
| Trouser taper (full leg) | $55 and up |
| Jacket sides in/out | $55 and up |
| Jacket sleeve shorten (bottom) | $65 and up |
| Jacket sleeve shorten (shoulder) | $145 |
| Shorten jacket length | $85-$145 |
| Jacket shoulder adjustment | $95-$145 |
| Jacket relining (full) | $225-$350 |
| Vest sides in/out | $45-$65 |
| Replace zipper | $125-$145 |
Leather garments: +$20 per alteration area. Rush: +20% surcharge. Same-day: +30% surcharge. View complete pricing →
Suit alteration costs vary by what needs to be done. A simple trouser hem starts at $18-$20. Jacket tapering starts at $55 and up. A full suit alteration (jacket sides, sleeve shortening, trouser hem, and waist adjustment) typically runs total depending on complexity. We provide free consultations with exact pricing before starting any work.
Standard turnaround for suit alterations is 2 weeks. Full suit reworks (jacket + trousers + vest) may take 2–3 weeks. Need it faster? Rush service is available with a 20% surcharge, and same-day alterations with a 30% surcharge (subject to availability). If you have a deadline — a wedding, interview, or event — let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate.
Yes. With skilled tailoring, most off-the-rack suits can be altered to fit as well as custom-made ones. We can adjust the jacket shoulders, taper the body, shorten sleeves, take in or let out the waist, taper trouser legs, and hem to the perfect length. The key is starting with a suit that's close to your size — our tailors will handle the rest.
Absolutely. A $200 suit that fits perfectly will look better than a $2,000 suit that doesn't. Simple alterations like hemming and waist adjustments are affordable ($18-$20 to $55 and up) and make a dramatic difference in how you look. For more extensive work (shoulder narrowing, full retapering), compare the alteration cost against the suit price to make sure it makes sense.
Walk-ins are welcome at both our Hoboken and Jersey City locations during business hours. However, we recommend booking an appointment to guarantee availability and minimize wait times, especially during busy seasons (spring weddings, holiday events).
Bring the suit (all pieces — jacket, trousers, vest if applicable) and the dress shoes you plan to wear with it. The shoes affect trouser length, so wearing the right ones ensures an accurate hem. If you wear the suit with a specific shirt, bring that too — it helps us check sleeve length and collar fit.
