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The Most Trusted Tailor Chartwell, Christchurch Has To Offer
Visit us on Level 2, opposite Cotton On in Chartwell Shopping Centre, 201 Hukanui Road, Hamilton for high quality clothing alterations, repairs and dry cleaning.
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Master Tailors for Clothing Alterations and Repairs in Chartwell
Need an expert tailor and dry cleaner in Chartwell, Hamilton? LookSmart is your one-stop shop for all your clothing alterations, repairs, and dry cleaning needs. Our professional team of tailors and seamstresses are experts in resizing, restyling, and repairing garments, including wedding dresses and suits.
Whether you require fast pants shortening or a business suit resize, we can alter your garment for the perfect fit.
LookSmart specialises in altering clothes to fit individual body shapes and sizes. When you visit LookSmart, you can rest assured knowing you are in the most capable hands.
Professional Dry Cleaner in Chartwell
If you have well-loved suit, high-quality clothing or a heirloom dress that requires special care, entrust them with us. We’ll have them professionally dry cleaned. We’ll use gentle cleaning solvents that protect your garment’s colour and texture and prevent shrinkage and stretching, making your investment last much longer.
Our dry cleaners in Chartwell, Hamilton are experts in handling delicate fabrics like silk, cashmere, suede, laces, velvet, satin, chiffon and wool. Cleaning them with household washing machines might shrink, stretch, or damage the fabric permanently. Let us clean it for you instead.
LookSmart Alterations in Chartwell Shopping Centre specialises in dry cleaning wedding dresses and formal wear, including business suits and gowns.
Get Any Alteration Done In No Time At All
Our exceptional tailors and seamstresses don’t stop at shortening garments and hemming. At LookSmart Chartwell, we can perform all types of clothing alterations, including:
Repairs – Breathe new life into old and damaged clothing by sewing it up, adding buttons, fixing zippers, repairing holes, and much more.
Shorten – Are your pants, jackets, jeans, dresses, and other garments too long? Our tailors can have them shortened so they fit perfectly.
Lengthen – Have you experienced a growth spurt that your favourite suit or trousers suddenly look too short? We can have those short outfits lengthened just a bit to look smart and professional.
Restyle – Our skilled seamstresses can restyle and repurpose any old and out-of-date outfit to look trendy, brand-new, modern, and stylish.
Take in – Did you lose weight? Instead of replacing your wardrobe with a new set, save some money and visit our store. We can take in any outfit to fit perfectly your body.
Let out – Is your new dress too tight? We could loosen it up for you so it will fit great and you can feel comfortable in it.

Discover Our Wide Range of Professional Services

Clothing Alterations
Whether you want to shorten or restyle your clothes, we can make any alteration you need so you can finally feel completely comfortable in your clothes. We will ensure you get the perfect fit on every piece.

Dry Cleaning
Entrust your delicate garment to us and we will make sure its professionally cleaned without risk of stretching or shrinkage. Our dry-cleaning services take expert care of your clothes and fabrics so you can wear them for longer.

Wedding Dress Alterations
Our expert tailors will fit your wedding gown to your exact shape and size, so you’ll look stunning on your special day. We also help with bridesmaids’ dresses, so your whole ensemble will match perfectly.

Suit Alterations
Make sure you always look professional and sharp with our suit alteration service. Our tailors will take care of everything and make certain they fit your unique shape and size.

Dress Alterations
Finding a dress that fits perfectly and creates a flattering look is difficult. Let us help you with our dress alterations, so you look your best with a dress which compliments your body.

Dressmaking
Haven’t found a dress you love for that special occasion? Fret no more, the LookSmart dressmakers can create a unique and glamorous look just for you. We also make custom-made suits to help you ace that interview or get noticed at your next event.

Our Current Offers

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20% OFF* Dress Alterations
20% off all dress alterations and repairs when you subscribe to LookSmart. View terms and conditions.

20% OFF* Suit Alterations
20% off all suit alterations and repairs when you subscribe to LookSmart. View terms and conditions.
LookSmart’s Quadruple Guarantee
With LookSmart, you get a team committed to world-class service and customer satisfaction. Our exceptional Quadruple Guarantee places us way ahead in tailoring needs.
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Re-alteration Guarantee
We will immediately rectify the issue without extra charge and deliver for free if you are completely satisfied with your alteration.
2
100% Money Back Guarantee
Not satisfied yet? We will re-alter it free of cost. If you are still not satisfied, we will refund your money fully. Your satisfaction is important to us.
3
Competitor
Guarantee
If you are still not satisfied with the alteration of the garment, we will pay for you to get it altered by another tailor of your choice.
4
Damaged Garment
Guarantee
If your cloth gets lost or damaged while with us, we will refund the full amount. Your garments are safe with us.
*Claims against our guarantees must be presented within 4 weeks of the date of the receipt. Click here to view full T&Cs.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does a tailor do?
Let us take your measurements and our stylist tailors will skillfully make the necessary adjustments and transform your off-the-rack clothes into a tailor fitted masterpiece.
What do you wear to get tailored?
That means you can just shop for clothes within the shopping centre. If you can’t find a perfectly fitting piece, simply head to our shop, and entrust our tailors to do the magic for you.
If you have more time and room, bring the shoes/footwear you want to wear with the outfit. Doing so allows us to measure to the perfect length and give you an idea of how your style looks once altered.
How long does an alteration or tailoring take?
Shopping for new apparel at Farmers, H&M, Rodd & Gunn, Country Road or online? making last minute preparations for a dinner date in Hamilton, or planning your wedding dress, our tailors can help you achieve the perfect fit.
Bulk projects and complex alterations take more time, depending on the conditions and alterations required. Visit us at Shop 255, near McDonald’s, opposite Cotton On, Chartwell Shopping Centre, 201 Hunkanui Road, Hamilton, to know more.
How much will the alteration cost?
We’ll first assess your garments and discuss your requests. Our alteration costs vary depending on the suit’s condition, the desired fit, and other factors, such as added details and materials involved. At LookSmart Alterations, we accommodate your style tastes and turn store-bought garments into custom-fitted pieces.
We take the following factors into account when determining the cost:
- Type of Alteration
- Condition and Age
- Fabric Type
- Extra Details
What is the difference between a seamstress and a tailor?
At Chartwell Shopping Centre, LookSmart Alterations is your go-to team of seamstresses and tailors to repair clothing and create custom dresses and suits for your desired fit from the ground up.
Can a tailor make my suit slimmer?
Entrust your suit to our tailors and let us expertly transform it into a bespoke fitting suit with a premium feel like it’s created just for your size. Visit us in Chartwell Shopping Centre and we’ll determine the necessary alterations so your suit has that perfect look and fit.
By choosing LookSmart for your alteration needs, you get a 100% satisfaction guarantee and leave a lasting impression wherever your style brings you.
What type of alterations do you specialise in?
- Clothing alterations
- Dress alterations
- Suit alterations
- Dry Cleaning
You can also opt to have dry cleaning after alterations at an additional cost so your garment is restored to its best health and pristine condition, ready to wear as soon as you pick it up.
Will my alteration be noticeable?
In unique cases where your old piece needs a complete repair from wear, tears, scratches, rips, and holes, our several stores across Hamilton and New Zealand can perform invisible mending.
Is dry cleaning included in the alteration service?
At LookSmart, we are trained and experienced in handling premium materials and fabrics for dry cleaning, including silk, laces, chiffon, tulle, leather, and suede. Experience swift and high-quality dry cleaners in Chartwell with fresh, clean, and professionally tailor-fitted garments.
Do you offer any guarantee on your alterations?
LookSmart Alterations takes pride in our excellent reputation for first-time and repeat customers in Chartwell. We maintain the highest standards in our craft by employing professional tailors and upholding friendly customer service, and we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
You can enjoy our quadruple guarantee on all of your garments and alterations.
Re-alteration Guarantee: If you don’t like how the alteration turned out, we will redo the job on the spot or deliver it to you for free. Our hems are guarantee for life.
100% Money Back Guarantee: If you are still unsatisfied with the redo, we will refund 100% of your money.
Competitor Guarantee: Still no good? We will pay for your suit to be altered by a different tailor of your choice, not exceeding our prices.
Damaged Garment Guarantee: In the unlikely event that your suit or clothes become lost or damaged while in any of our local stores, we will reimburse you the fair value of the suit or the full value indicated in your receipt.
Note that claims against these guarantees must be presented within 4 weeks from the date of receipt.