Trousers and skirts that fit well on the legs but are too big at the waist are one of the most common reasons why a garment is never worn — even though the rest fits perfectly. Taking in the waist is one of the more affordable alterations a tailor can do, and can often save a garment you already like, rather than you having to buy a new one.
When is it worth having your waist taken in rather than buying a new item?
Taking in the waist is particularly suitable when:
The trousers or skirt fit well across the hips and down the legs, but are too loose at the waist.
The garment has become loose following a change in weight.
It’s a second-hand purchase that fits almost perfectly.
If the difference is significant, a tailor may also need to adjust the hips or the seams downwards to ensure the garment fits correctly overall — this is something a tailor can easily assess from photos.
How much does it cost to take in the waist?
The price is normally around 300 kr, depending on:
How much needs to be taken in — a few centimetres at the waist is a simpler alteration than if the hips need to be taken in as well.
Whether the garment has a waistband or lining — suit trousers and skirts with linings usually take a little longer.
Whether a zip or buttons need to be moved — this may sometimes be necessary for larger alterations.
How it works at Qfix
Take a photo of the garment and describe how much it is too big at the waist.
Get an instant quote before you book.
Drop off the garment at a tailor near you.
Pay only once you’re happy with the fit.
Yes, but as jeans often have visible seams and rivets, a bit of extra craftsmanship may be required to ensure the result looks neat. A tailor can assess this based on a photo.
It depends on the garment, but minor alterations (a few centimetres) are usually not visible from the outside at all, whilst larger alterations may require the seams to be completely redone.
Yes, you can combine several alterations in the same order.
