Frequently Asked Questions

We are located at Southcentre Mall, Unit 16, 100 Anderson Road SE, Calgary, Alberta T2J 3V1 — in the south part of Calgary.

Monday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Appointments are recommended to ensure prompt service. You can book online or call us at (403) 271-1158. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability.

We have been proudly serving Calgary for over 37 years. We are a trusted local business and a staple of the Southcentre Mall community.

We provide a full quote before starting any job, based on an in-store fitting with our specialist. You can see starting prices on our Price List, but final pricing depends on fabric type and complexity of the work.

Pants hemming starts at:

• Regular narrow leg hem — from $15 CAD
• Wide leg hem — from $20 CAD
• Jeans Euro or original hem — from $25 CAD
• Stretch hem — from $18 CAD

Final price depends on fabric and complexity.

Wedding dress alteration pricing depends on the work needed and the fabric:

• Shortening per layer — from $30 CAD
• Taking in sides — from $35 CAD
• Strap shortening — from $30 CAD
• Zipper replacement — from $40 CAD
• Special resizing — quoted after in-store fitting

Delicate fabrics like silk and chiffon may cost more.

Yes. Delicate fabrics such as silk and chiffon require extra care and will cost more than standard fabrics. We always provide a full quote before starting work so there are no surprises.

Yes! Wedding dress alterations are one of our specialties. Our experienced seamstresses provide meticulous fittings and alterations including shortening, taking in or letting out, strap adjustments, zipper replacement, and special resizing. We recommend booking a fitting appointment as early as possible before your wedding date.

Yes! We offer full suit and jacket tailoring including:

• Sleeve shortening — from $55
• Sleeve lengthening — from $60
• Jacket shortening — from $80
• Take in / let out back
• Zipper replacement — from $55
• Shoulder lift-up

Yes! We hem yoga pants and track pants with or without zippers, velcro, or elastic. Stretch hems start at $18 CAD.

Yes, we replace zippers on:

• Jeans — from $26
• Dresses — from $40
• Jackets — from $55
• Hoodies — from $40

We also replace fly buttons, snaps, and sliders.

Yes! We offer custom sewing services including bespoke clothing, recreating styles you love, home sewing (curtains, cushions, tablecloths), costumes, and special requests. Custom pricing is provided after we see your sample and fabric.

We work with a wide range of fabrics including denim, cotton, stretch, polyester, silk, chiffon, wool, and leather. Please note that delicate fabrics like silk and chiffon may cost more due to the extra care required.

• Phone: (403) 271-1158
• WhatsApp: +1 (403) 831-4294
• Online: Contact form
• Book online: calgaryseamstress.com/booking

Turnaround time depends on the alteration type and current workload. Simple hems can often be completed within a few days. Wedding dress alterations and complex work may take longer, especially near peak wedding season. We recommend booking early to ensure your garment is ready in time.