In the last few years, I’ve noticed my shopping habits have changed dramatically. I no longer buy things that are on sale for the sake of having something in my closet. I now buy clothes that I can consider a classic piece that will last me for years down the road. The end goal is quality, not quantity. This also translates to taking care of your clothes (how you wash them, how you hang them, etc.).
Now that I have a foundation to work off of, I’ve begun easing into getting clothes tailored and customized to fit me perfectly. What I’ve learned is doing this is not as expensive as I thought it would be. So today, I’m going to share with you a few tips you can use if you are thinking of taking this route and point out how easy it is to do!
1. Research. Research. Research. – Sites like Kudzu.com, for example, allow you to search for services in your area, based on the service you’re looking for. Make sure you research and check out reviews of those who have been serviced by this business. I’ve found that it doesn’t always have to be a big name chain to give you the results you’re looking for. Make sure you find out who you’re dealing with before you so much as let them put a safety pin in your garment.
2. It’s easier to take clothes in than to let clothes out – I’ve followed this rule for some years now and it holds true. What’s great about this rule is if I’m shopping, in stores or online, and they don’t have my size, I’ll still buy the piece if it’s too big for me. Why? Because for the seamstress, it’s a matter of removing the extra material to make the piece customized to your body type. To let out a piece, this will call for extra cutting, adding material, etc. which can take skill to ensure the garment looks exactly like it’s supposed to. No doubt this is a fine way to customize, but it can potentially take more effort than taking a garment in.
3. Communicate likes and dislikes – This is SO important. You know where you like for items to fall on your hips or where to sit at your waist. Make sure you work with the seamstress to identify exactly where you want things to pull, tug, or be snug. Don’t assume they know how you want to wear something. You are the one who will have to pay for the services provided in the end. Be hands on in the process!
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