★★★★★
“Very careful work and great attention to detail. My dress fitted much better after the alteration.”
Premium clothing alterations · Canning Vale
Tailored to fit.
Finished with care.
Expert clothing alterations and garment repairs for everyday dresses, formal and wedding dresses, traditional outfits, school uniforms and delicate pieces — serving Canning Vale and the wider Perth metro area.
Pants & Jeans
Formal Dresses
Traditional Wear
Kids Uniforms
Repairs
What we do
Alterations for every garment.
Whether it is a quick hem, a better fit, a formal dress or a repair you have been putting off, each garment is handled with care and attention.
Dress Alterations
Hems, resizing, straps and careful adjustments for everyday and formal dresses.
Hems & Shortening
Pants, jeans, skirts and dresses shortened to a comfortable, polished length.
Taking In / Letting Out
Resizing garments so they sit better on your body and feel right to wear.
Wedding Dress Alterations
Careful alterations for wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses and special-occasion dresses.
Traditional Wear
Alterations and repairs for cultural and traditional garments of many styles.
School Uniforms
Hems, resizing and repairs to keep uniforms neat throughout the year.
Curtains
Hemming and adjustments for curtains and selected home soft furnishings.
Patches & Repairs
Torn seams, worn fabric, loose buttons, snaps and hooks and everyday garment repairs.
General Alterations
Not sure what you need? Bring it in and we will help you work it out.
Our process
Simple, clear and personal.
A calm, straightforward alteration process helps you feel confident about the fit, finish and next step.
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Bring your garment
Visit or enquire with the garment details, the issue and the result you are hoping for.
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We assess the fit
We look at the fabric, structure and alteration options before recommending the best approach.
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Receive guidance
You get practical advice on what can be done, expected finish and likely timeframe.
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Collect with confidence
Your garment is finished neatly so it looks natural, comfortable and ready to wear.
Craftsmanship
Careful work for pieces that matter.
For clothing alterations, the smallest details make the biggest difference — clean hems, balanced proportions, neat repairs and a finish that does not look altered.
Discuss your garmentWedding & Formal DressesSpecial occasion alterations with extra care.
Everyday WearHems, resizing and practical repairs.
Traditional GarmentsRespectful work for cultural clothing.
Why choose us
A personal service you can trust.
The Alteration Shop is built around careful workmanship, honest advice and a clean finish. You deal directly with the person doing the work.
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Personal & Direct
No confusing process. Bring your garment in, explain what you need, and get practical advice.
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Quality Finish
Alterations are completed carefully so the result looks natural, neat and wearable.
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Fair Pricing
Honest pricing for the work required, with no unnecessary upselling.
Customer confidence
Designed to feel professional before they call.
Every garment is treated with care, attention to detail and a focus on achieving the best possible fit.
★★★★★
“Quick, friendly and professional. The pants were hemmed perfectly and ready when promised.”
★★★★★
“Helpful advice and a clean finish. I would recommend for formal dresses and everyday alterations.”
Visit or enquire
Let’s talk about your garment.
Call or send a quick enquiry. For best advice, include what the garment is and what you would like changed or repaired.
Opening hours
Monday10:00am – 7:30pm
Tuesday10:00am – 7:30pm
Wednesday10:00am – 7:30pm
Thursday10:00am – 7:30pm
Friday10:00am – 7:30pm
Saturday10:00am – 7:30pm
Sunday11:00am – 7:00pm
Quick message
Message us on WhatsApp
Send a quick enquiry and we will reply with the next steps.
Message on WhatsAppFAQ
Questions people ask before alterations.
Do you offer clothing alterations in Canning Vale?
Yes. The Alteration Shop is based in Canning Vale and provides clothing alterations, hemming, resizing, garment repairs and formal dress adjustments for customers across Perth.
Do you alter wedding dresses in Perth?
Yes. We assist with wedding dress alterations and special occasion garments. Because wedding and formal pieces can be delicate, it is best to enquire early and bring the garment for proper assessment.
Can you alter formal dresses and evening gowns?
Yes. We can help with formal dress alterations including hems, fit adjustments and selected refinements depending on the garment structure and fabric.
Can you shorten pants, jeans, skirts and dresses?
Yes. Hems and shortening are among the most common alteration services. We shorten pants, jeans, skirts and dresses for a cleaner and more comfortable fit.
Do you alter traditional clothing?
Yes. We work with traditional and cultural garments of many styles. Bring the garment in so we can assess the fabric, fit and alteration options carefully.
Do you alter school uniforms?
Yes. We help with school uniform hems, resizing and repairs so uniforms look neat and fit comfortably throughout the school year.
Do you alter curtains?
Yes. We can assist with curtain hemming and selected adjustments for home soft furnishings. Please enquire with the size and material before visiting.
Do I need an appointment?
It is best to call ahead or send an enquiry first. This helps us understand what you need and confirm an appropriate time to assess the garment.
How long do clothing alterations take?
Timing depends on the type of garment, the complexity of the alteration and current workload. Simple hems may be quicker, while formal or delicate garments usually need more time.
How much do alterations cost?
Pricing depends on the garment, fabric, lining, construction and the work required. The best way to get an accurate price is to bring the garment in or send details through WhatsApp.
Which suburbs do you service?
We are based in Canning Vale and welcome customers from across Perth, including Southern River, Harrisdale, Piara Waters, Willetton, Leeming, Thornlie, Cannington, Gosnells and nearby areas.
Service areas
Canning Vale & Perth-wide.
We welcome customers from across Perth. Some of the suburbs our customers regularly visit us from include: