Alteration Measurements Guide
Thank you for choosing the Alter option! To ensure we tailor your outfit for the perfect fit, we’ll need a few accurate measurements from you.
Shortly after placing your order, you’ll receive a separate email with a printable measurement template. Please follow the instructions below when taking your measurements.
🧰 What You’ll Need:
A tailor’s measuring tape (soft and flexible)
A pen or pencil
The printed measurement template (sent via email)
Optional: A friend or family member to help measure for accuracy
Wear fitted or light clothing for best results
📏 Measurement Areas to Record
🔹 Required for All Alteration Orders:
Chest
Waist
Hips
Belly (if needed — typically for looser midsection fit)
These help us determine how much we can adjust the outfit from the sides. Please note:
🔸 We can only tighten outfits — most items cannot be loosened, as there is usually no extra fabric allowance to open them up.
🧵 Optional (Based on Requested Adjustments):
If you are requesting changes to the length of the top, bottom, or sleeves, please also include:
Shoulder to Desired Kurta/Top Length
(e.g., shoulder to knee or calf – wherever you prefer it to fall)
Waist to Bottom Length
(for pants, salwars, lehengas if shortening or custom length is needed)
Shoulder to Sleeve End
(for custom sleeve length – e.g., elbow, 3/4th, full sleeve)
🔹 All length measurements should start from the shoulder unless otherwise specified.
📤 How to Submit Your Measurements
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Print and fill out the template emailed to you.
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Double-check all values before sending.
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Reply to the same email with a photo or scanned copy of your completed form.
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Include any special instructions (e.g., “slightly loose fit” or “tighter at the waist”).
📦 Process Timeline
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Alteration Time: 5–8 business days
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Delivery Time (after alterations): 2–4 business days (within Canada)
To ensure timely delivery, please submit your measurements within 24–48 hours of receiving the email.
If you need assistance with any part of the process, our support team is happy to help — just reach out!
Ora Ethnic — Fit matters. We make it right.