5 Alteration Mistakes Our Tailors Fix Every Day

At Leven’s Clothing, we believe the perfect outfit isn’t just about what you buy — it’s about how it fits. That’s why tailoring is at the heart of what we do. Every week, our tailors see common alteration mistakes that can ruin an otherwise great look. Here are the top five — and how we fix them.

1. Sleeves That Are Too Long

One of the most common issues we see is jacket sleeves that swallow the shirt cuff. Ideally, your jacket should show about a half-inch of shirt cuff. Too much fabric makes the suit look borrowed rather than tailored.

2. Pants That Break Too Heavily

We’ve all seen it — trousers pooling over shoes. A clean, slight break at the ankle is what gives trousers a modern, sharp look. Our tailors adjust the hem to match both your height and your shoe style.

3. Jackets That Don’t Close Comfortably

If your jacket pulls across the chest or leaves a gap when buttoned, it wasn’t made for your body. With precise adjustments at the waist and shoulders, we reshape the jacket for a smooth, confident fit.

4. Shirts That Billow at the Waist

An oversized shirt can make even the sharpest suit look sloppy. Our tailors slim the sides for a cleaner, more flattering line — giving you that crisp, custom look without the custom price tag.

5. Neglecting the Details

Small fixes like adjusting sleeve length on a shirt or tapering trouser legs can elevate an entire outfit. Many people skip these details, but they’re what separate an average look from a standout one.

Why Tailoring Matters

Clothing should work with your body, not against it. That’s why at Leven’s, every alteration is done with care, precision, and over a century of experience behind us.

Whether it’s your first suit or your fiftieth, let us make it fit like it was made for you.

Need help with your own fit? Explore our men’s suits collection or visit Leven’s for in-house tailoring