—— 20 CROWN PASSAGE • ST. JAMES’S • LONDON SW1Y 6PP

Tailoring & Clothing Alterations in St James’s, London

Arta Tailoring provides clothing alterations, repairs and bespoke tailoring for men and women in St James’s, London. Visit our shop at 20 Crown Passage for help with suits, trousers, dresses, jackets and other garments.

PERFECT FIT PROMISE

Dedicated follow-up adjustments to ensure your garment drapes flawlessly.

EXPRESS SERVICE AVAILABLE

Fast-track tailoring and alteration options available for urgent deadlines.

Delicate Specialists

Trusted on couture silks, velvet, cashmere & eveningwear.

Complimentary Fitting

Free initial consultation with honest, expert sartorial advice.

CENTRAL LONDON ATELIER & MOBILE FITTING COVERAGE

ST. JAMES’S MAYFAIR WESTMINSTER BELGRAVIA MARYLEBONE CHELSEA & KENSINGTON CITY OF LONDON

—— THE ARTA PHILOSOPHY ——

“We believe every client deserves a perfectly fitted garment that honours their personal style. Bodies come in all shapes and sizes — our craft ensures nothing is one-size-fits-all.”

Master tailor adjusting a basted bespoke suit jacket fitting with floating canvas stitching at Arta Tailoring in St James's London

—— About Arta Tailoring

High-quality tailoring in the heart of London.

Arta Tailoring provides high-quality tailoring and clothing alterations in St James’s, London. Serving both men and women, we pride ourselves on delivering premium craftsmanship at fair, accessible prices. Ours is an independent studio in Crown Passage — ensuring every garment receives direct, individual attention from our tailors.

Bodies come in every shape and size, so we do not believe in one-size-fits-all. Whether altering a suit, evening dress, or creating a bespoke piece from scratch, we work with your natural posture and proportions to ensure your clothing drapes properly and genuinely suits you.

We are experienced across all quality materials — from wool, cotton, and tweed to delicate silks and velvets. From a simple hem adjustment to full bespoke tailoring, we offer honest advice, careful workmanship, and a reliable finish.

—— TAILORING CAPABILITIES ——

Our tailoring and alteration services.

Jackets & Overcoats

Jacket & Coat Restyling

Complete re-proportioneering for luxury designer jackets, wool overcoats, and tuxedos.

  • Shorten/lengthen sleeves from cuff or shoulder crown
  • Narrow shoulders & waist suppression
  • Full coat relining in pure Bemberg silk

Trousers & Jeans

Trouser & Denim Fitting

Sartorial trouser hemming, waist adjustments, and authentic original-finish denim tailoring.

  • Shorten with hemming tape or classic turn-ups
  • Full leg tapering & crotch rise adjustments
  • Original jeans hem preservation finish

BESPOKE COMMISSIONS

Gentlemen’s Suiting

Two-piece and three-piece suits, morning dress, dinner jackets, and blazers handcrafted from individual paper patterns.

  • Floating full horsehair canvas chest piece
  • Finest British & Italian wools, cashmeres, and silks
  • Hand-sewn silk buttonholes & horn button

Custom Shirting

Bespoke Shirts

Precision-fitted shirts cut from pure Egyptian two-fold cottons with personalised collars, cuffs, and monogramming.

  • Sea Island & Thomas Mason 100% fine cottons
  • Choice of 12 collar styles & double/single cuffs
  • Mother-of-pearl buttons cross-stitched by hand

Ladies Couture

Dresses & Gowns

Expert handling of multi-layered evening dresses, silk slips, fishtail trains, and bridal couture.

  • Shorten 3-layer dresses & pleated evening skirts
  • Take in corseted bodices & sew-in bra cups
  • Invisible zip replacements & delicate silk mending

Delicate Fabrics

Velvet, Silk & Leather

Specialist equipment and needlecraft dedicated to fragile silks, chiffons, velvets, and fine leather.

  • Non-marking stitching techniques for luxury fabrics
  • High-end designer labels, couture gowns & delicate silks
  • Full garment relining and structural rejuvenation

Executive Privilege

Home & Office Appointments

Complete bespoke consultation and alteration fitting conducted at your home or boardroom in Central London.

  • Comprehensive body measurement & posture assessment
  • Wardrobe audits and multi-garment alteration pick-up
  • Convenient return delivery once hand-finished

Corporate & Wedding Parties

Group Fittings

Dedicated bespoke tailoring services for wedding parties, groom suites, Black Tie galas, and corporate executives.

  • Group fittings organized at your preferred location
  • Coordinated fabrics and styling options
  • Dedicated senior master tailor assigned to your party

—— EXACT ATELIER CAPABILITIES ——

Clothing alterations & repairs

All garments altered on-site in Crown Passage with exacting hand finishes.

—— THE THREE STEPS

From initial measurement to
the finished garment.

I

Consultation & Cloth

In our Crown Passage studio or at your location, we discuss your stylistic goals and select from thousands of premier British and Italian cloths.

II

Precision Fitting

Comprehensive measurements and posture analysis are taken. Basted fittings ensure every balance, drape, and contour is shaped to your anatomy.

III

Hand-Finished Delivery

Your piece is meticulously hand-pressed, detailed, and inspected to guarantee an immaculate finish that commands respect.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“The work was flawless and the dress fitted perfectly. They were honest and realistic about what could be achieved on delicate silk. I would not trust my alterations with anyone else in London.”

— Olivia Newman • Silk Dress Commission • London

Arta Tailoring shopfront and bespoke suit window display at 20 Crown Passage in St James's London

Arta St. James’s Studio

Mon–Fri: 8:00 – 18:00 | Sat: 10:00 – 17:00

—— Convenient St. James’s Location

Visit Arta Tailoring in St James’s

Located in historic Crown Passage between Pall Mall and King Street, our studio is in the heart of St. James’s. Walk-ins are always welcomed for quick consultations and alteration drop-offs.

  • 5–7 minute walk from Green Park & Piccadilly Circus stations.
  • Visiting tailor call-outs available throughout Westminster & Mayfair.

—— CLIENT QUESTIONS ——

Frequently asked questions.

Walk-ins are warmly welcome at 20 Crown Passage for standard alteration drop-offs and initial inquiries during opening hours (Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 10am–5pm). For comprehensive bespoke suiting or bridal commissions, we recommend booking in advance so our head tailor can dedicate unhurried attention to your fitting.

Our senior tailor will travel directly to your office desk, Mayfair residence, or hotel with measuring tools and fabric swatches. We conduct a full fitting on-site, collect your garments, and return them hand-finished upon completion.

Standard alterations typically take 3–5 working days. For urgent event deadlines, we offer an express same-day or 24-hour alteration service upon request.

Simply mention the new client offer during your initial consultation or booking form submission. A 10% courtesy reduction will be applied to your first bespoke order or alteration commission.

—— RESERVE PRIVATE FITTING

Request an appointment with our master tailor.

Fill out the form below or contact our studio directly. We will confirm your fitting time promptly during atelier working hours.