📍 Fort Collins, CO
From cocktail dresses to evening gowns — get a flawless fit that flatters your shape and makes you feel confident. Professional hemming, taking in, letting out, and restyling at Foothills Tailor on South College Ave.
Trusted by Fort Collins clients for alterations and embroidery.
Shorten or lengthen any dress style — from casual day dresses to formal floor-length gowns. We maintain the original drape and silhouette.
Body changes happen. We resize dresses at the waist, bust, and hips to restore a comfortable, flattering fit without altering the design.
Fix slipping straps, reshape necklines, add cups or boning for better support — subtle changes that make a big difference in how a dress fits.
Broken or stuck zipper? We replace zippers on all dress types, matching the original color and style for a seamless finish.
Torn lining, ripped seams, or delicate fabric damage — we repair and reinforce so your dress looks and feels like new again.
Want to modernize a dated dress or transform a thrift find? We reshape, restyle, and reimagine dresses to match your vision.
How It Works
We make dress alterations easy. Bring your dress, tell us how you want it to fit, and we’ll handle the rest.
Call, text, or stop by our South College Ave shop. Walk-ins welcome, appointments get priority.
Try on your dress, discuss what you’d like changed, and we’ll pin and mark all adjustments with a clear quote.
Your dress is altered with care. Most work is completed in 3–7 business days. Rush service available.
Try it on, check every detail. Not perfect? We’ll adjust at no extra cost until you love the fit.
The right dress deserves the right fit. At Foothills Tailor, located on South College Avenue in Fort Collins, Colorado, we specialize in professional dress alterations for every occasion — from casual day dresses and work attire to formal evening gowns and special event dresses. Our experienced tailor works with all fabrics, including silk, chiffon, lace, and structured materials, ensuring your dress looks exactly the way you envisioned.
We serve clients from across Northern Colorado — including Loveland, Windsor, Greeley, Timnath, Wellington, and LaPorte. Conveniently located on the main corridor through Fort Collins, our shop is an easy stop whether you’re coming from Old Town or driving up from Loveland on Highway 287.
Beyond dress alterations, we also offer suit alterations, wedding dress alterations, zipper repair, and custom embroidery services. Whatever your tailoring needs, Foothills Tailor is your trusted partner in Fort Collins.
Frequently Asked QuestIons
Dress alteration prices at Foothills Tailor start at $15 for basic hemming. Taking in or letting out typically costs $25–$60, and more complex work like neckline reshaping or full restyling can range from $50–$150. We provide a clear quote at your fitting appointment.
Most dress alterations are completed within 3–7 business days. Simple hems can often be done in 2–3 days. Rush service is available for last-minute events. Complex alterations on delicate fabrics may take up to 10 days.
Yes. We can take in a dress by 1–2 sizes or let it out if there’s enough seam allowance. During your fitting, we’ll assess the fabric and construction to determine the best approach while maintaining the dress’s original proportions.
Absolutely. Our tailor has experience with all fabric types including silk, chiffon, lace, satin, velvet, and beaded materials. Delicate fabrics require special handling techniques, and we take extra care to preserve the integrity of your dress.
Yes, we can transform dated dresses into modern styles — shortening lengths, reshaping necklines, removing or adding sleeves, tapering the silhouette, and more. Bring your dress in and we’ll discuss what’s possible.
From everyday alterations to bridal fittings and custom embroidery, Foothills Tailor offers careful work with a personal touch.
Contact UsFrom everyday alterations to bridal fittings and custom embroidery, clients choose Foothills Tailor for thoughtful service, careful workmanship, and results that feel just right.
I brought in a dress that needed several adjustments, and the final fit was exactly what I hoped for. Everything looked clean, balanced, and professionally done. The whole experience felt personal and easy.
Foothills Tailor helped with last-minute alterations before an event, and I was genuinely impressed by the care and attention to detail. The fit looked natural, and the turnaround was better than I expected.
I had a pair of pants hemmed and a jacket adjusted, and both came back looking polished and comfortable to wear. You can tell they really know how to work with garments properly.
I ordered a custom embroidery piece as a gift, and it turned out beautiful. The stitching felt clean and thoughtful, and the finished piece had that handmade quality you hope for but don’t always find.
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Tailored adjustments for jackets, trousers, sleeves, waist, tapering, and overall fit so your suit feels sharp, balanced, and comfortable to wear.
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From everyday dresses to special pieces, we adjust hems, straps, shaping, and fit details to create a more flattering and natural silhouette.
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Bridal alterations completed with care, precision, and attention to delicate fabrics, structure, movement, and the details that matter most.
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We help prom dresses fit beautifully with clean adjustments for length, shape, support, and comfort, so you feel confident for the event.
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Clean, reliable hemming for jeans, trousers, dress pants, and everyday wear, finished to look neat, balanced, and easy to wear.
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Functional, careful zipper repairs and replacements for garments that need renewed wearability without sacrificing appearance or comfort.
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Thoughtful repairs for torn seams, damaged areas, worn details, and garments that deserve a second life through careful restoration.
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Personal and business embroidery for gifts, keepsakes, monograms, wedding details, sweatshirts, family pieces, and branded apparel.
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