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Tailor and Alterations in Edmond, OK
At Legacy Cleaners & Laundry, our tailors adjust jeans, work shirts, suits, and evening gowns so the pieces already in your closet fit the way you want them to. The Turrentine family opened Legacy in 1997, and five of our six locations are here in Edmond, so there’s probably one on your commute to work. Every alteration is measured by hand and sewn in-house by the same team that handles your dry cleaning. You can stop by any Edmond location, or schedule Pick Up & Delivery, and we'll make the trip for you.
Everyday & Formal Fitting
Clothing Alterations We Offer in Edmond
Most of the work our Edmond tailors see is everyday clothing: slacks that drag on the floor, a blazer sleeve that covers half your hand, or a blouse that gaps at the buttons. These items come in just as often as formalwear, and we treat them with the same care.
Pants and Trouser Alterations
We can take in or let out waistbands, and taper the seat and thigh for a cleaner line down the leg. We set hems to the break you like, whether that's a full break resting on the shoe or a no-break finish for a sharper look. When a waist change pulls belt loops or pockets out of place, we move those too, so the finished pair looks original.
Dress and Skirt Alterations
A dress can fit through the shoulders and still gape at the waist. Skirts may need alterations as well, after weight changes or a few seasons of wear. Our tailors take in side seams, adjust darts, reposition straps, and raise or lower hems. We keep the original construction and lining wherever the fabric allows.
Shirt and Blouse Alterations
Sleeve length and shoulder fit change how a shirt looks more than anything else, so we check those first. Next, we can take in the sides for a slimmer fit. We also adjust cuffs and move buttons when a shirt fits everywhere except the chest or the waist.
Suit and Formalwear Alterations
Plenty of Edmond professionals buy suits off the rack and bring them straight to our counter. We adjust jacket sleeves and shoulders, taper the body, reset the trouser break, and take in or let out vests so the suit fits your frame. Weddings and black-tie events call for a more detailed version of this process, which we cover below.
Hemming and Length Adjustments
Length is the alteration we're asked for most, and the technique depends on the garment. Pants usually get a blind hem or a topstitched finish, depending on the fabric. Dresses and skirts are hemmed to keep their original curve, and sleeves are shortened without disturbing cuff buttons or lining. We start with the existing hem allowance whenever we can. Saving that extra fabric leaves you room to adjust again later if your fit changes.
Zipper and Clothing Repairs
A broken zipper can almost always be fixed. We replace zippers in pants, jackets, dresses, and coats, matching the original color and tooth style as closely as we can. Our tailors also repair torn seams, reinforce loose linings, reattach missing buttons, and mend small tears before they spread.
Formalwear and Special Occasion Alterations
Formalwear asks more of a tailor. Structured fabric, boning, beading, and linings all behave differently under a needle. A gown or a tuxedo usually has one day to look right, so we build extra time and extra fittings into every one of these jobs to ensure they’re ready in time.
Wedding and Bridal Alterations
Most Edmond brides visit us more than once. The first fitting shows how the gown sits on your body. At the second, we check the bustle and the hem. A final fitting close to the wedding date confirms that everything still fits, including any bodice changes. We take in bodices, adjust straps, add or move bustles, and hem gowns, working carefully around lace and beadwork. We recommend starting alterations two to three months before the wedding whenever possible.
Groom and Groomsmen Alterations
Grooms need the same core adjustments as any suit, on a tighter timeline, and these appointments are often for the whole wedding party at once. We fit jackets, trousers, vests, and cummerbunds so a rented or purchased tux looks tailored to each wearer.
Bridesmaid and Evening Dress Alterations
Bridesmaid dresses and prom gowns tend to come in with similar requests. Most need a bodice taken in and a hem set for the height of the shoes you'll wear, and straps often need adjusting too. Prom season at Edmond's high schools falls in the same spring months as wedding season, so we prioritize pieces tied to an event date.
What to Expect From Our Alteration Service
Every alteration at Legacy follows the same process, starting with a fitting.
Fittings and Measurements
Your tailor needs to see you in the garment. Wear the shoes and undergarments you plan to wear that day, because both change where a hem or waistband sits. We pin the changes directly on you, so the marks reflect how the piece fits your body.
Garment Adjustments
After the fitting, your garment goes to our family-owned plant. There, a trained Legacy team member sews each alteration by hand or by machine, depending on the fabric. We choose the thread and pressing method to suit each one.
Final Fit and Quality Check
We check every garment again before it comes back to you. Does the hem sit level? Does the closure lie flat? Formalwear and bridal pieces usually get a second fitting before the final press. We press and finish everything before it leaves our hands.
Why Edmond Chooses Legacy Cleaners & Laundry
We hold every alteration to the Legacy Standard: our commitment to quality and care in every piece.
Experienced Craftsmanship
Our tailors handle everything from simple hems to full bridal restructures, and that experience shows in the fit you get back. We do all alteration work in-house, so the team that measures you is the team that sews the garment.
Attention to Detail
Matching thread color and keeping the original hem allowance are small choices. Together, they're the difference between a garment that looks altered and one that looks like it was always yours. We treat those details as part of the job.
Convenient Edmond Locations
Five Legacy locations serve Edmond: North May Avenue, NW 178th Street, South Broadway, East 2nd Street, and West Covell. Most open at 7 a.m. on weekdays, so you can drop off a garment before work. If your week is packed, set up our free door-to-door service and we'll pick up the piece and bring it back to you finished.
Local. Experienced. In-House.
Tailor and Alterations Service Areas in Edmond
Legacy Cleaners & Laundry serves alteration customers throughout Edmond, including downtown, Oak Tree, the Deer Creek area, and the neighborhoods around the University of Central Oklahoma. Customers in north Oklahoma City are welcome too. Whichever location you choose, you'll get the same fitting process and the same in-house tailors.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of clothing can you alter?
We alter pants, dresses, skirts, shirts, blouses, suits, coats, and outerwear. If a garment can be pinned and sewn, our tailors can usually adjust it.
Can you alter suits and formalwear?
Yes. We adjust jackets and trousers on business suits, and we do the more detailed fitting that tuxedos and wedding attire need.
Can you hem pants and dresses?
Yes. Hemming is our most common request. We pick the technique, such as a blind hem or a topstitched finish, to suit the garment and the fabric.
Do you repair zippers and other garment damage?
Yes. We replace broken or stuck zippers, and we repair torn seams, loose linings, missing buttons, and small tears so you can keep wearing the garment.
Do I need a fitting before my alterations?
Most alterations start with an in-person fitting so we can pin the changes on your body. Formalwear and bridal pieces usually need a second fitting before the final press.
How long do alterations take?
It depends on the garment and how much work it needs. A simple hem or repair can often be finished in about a week. Bridal gowns and other formalwear need more lead time to allow for multiple fittings. Your Edmond Legacy team can give you a timeline for your specific piece.
How much do alterations cost?
Price depends on the garment, the fabric, and how much needs to change. Bring your item to any Edmond location or call ahead for a quote before any work begins.
Do you alter wedding dresses?
Yes. We handle bustles, hems, bodice adjustments, and strap changes on bridal gowns, and we work carefully around lace and beading. We recommend starting two to three months before your wedding date.
Can I use pickup and delivery for alterations in Edmond?
Yes. Schedule Pick Up & Delivery, and we'll collect your garments, then bring them back altered and pressed. Anything that needs a fitting will still require a quick in-person visit first.