Jeans & Pants Tapering Service
We taper jeans and pants to narrow the leg for a slimmer fit. First decision: taper just below the knee, or all the way from the hem up through the knee.
Choose Your Tapering Style
- Knee Tapering — Keeps the upper leg as-is and narrows only the leg opening below the knee. Good if you're already happy with the fit through the knee. Select "KNEE."
- Standard Tapering — We taper both the knee and leg opening for a smooth, proportional look. The most common choice when you don't have exact measurements in mind. Select "STANDARD."
- Custom Tapering — Give us your own measurements, from a favorite pair or a past order. We taper from the hem to the knee, then blend into the thigh — so if the thigh width differs from the jeans you're altering, the fit above the knee may vary slightly. Select "CUSTOM."
Not sure which to pick? Reach out and we'll help you decide.
How to Measure
Watch our video guide on measuring jeans accurately before you order.
Rush Services
- 1–5 Day Rush — Highest priority, completed in 1–5 business days.
- 6–10 Day Rush — Completed in 6–10 business days.
Both timeframes exclude weekends and holidays. Rush service gives your order priority over non-rush orders. All turnaround times are estimates, not guarantees, and may vary based on staffing, order volume, and the complexity of the alterations. Rush fees are non-refundable once work has begun.
Standard Service
Completed as soon as possible, after rush orders.
Good to Know
- Tapering only — we don't alter tailored clothing or lightweight, fine fabrics.
- Chain-stitch hemming is included.
- Measurements may be off by a small margin.
- Alterations are non-refundable, and altered garments can't be returned.
- We ship anywhere in the USA and internationally.
- Pricing is per jean or pant.
- 2-way shipping covers delivery to and from your address in the USA; 1-way covers delivery to you only.
- International orders: ship to us at your own cost; we return-ship using your selected method.
- Package insurance covers up to $100 in damage unless you purchase additional coverage.
Watch "How to Taper Jeans Professionally" to see our process on jeans with flat-felled inseams.
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Tapering Service
Exact measurements to my requested specifications! And extremely fast turnaround time. Will be bringing my other jeans to Maurice to fix up.
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Tapering Service
I sent 11 jeans for full tapering (flair/bellbottom to narrow leg) They turned out AMAZING!! great communication - while it took a few days longer - it was because they did a very detailed an d professional job. If you have high-end jeans and want them narrowed - while retaining the hgh quality - this is the company to use!!
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Selvedge Jean Tapering
Absolutely fantastic job. Did exactly what I asked and did it masterfully,, the chain-stitching is beautiful and he matched the thread color perfectly. Will definitely be a return customer.
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Excellent work
I sent in a pair of raw denim jeans that did not fit as expected. I had low expectations and just hoped they fit a little better. They came back perfect! The staff communicated well to ensure my expectations, and the turnaround time was quick.
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Excellent Taper
Williamsburg did an excellent job tapering my 19oz selvedge jeans. They knew to taper from the inseam and they even handled a double felled seam. On top of that, they were very quick. Highly recommend.
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Great work on jeans tapering
Great work from these guys doing a slight taper and hem. 2 pairs done to spec, all the stitching looks well done thanks guys!
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Got myself a perfect jean
Williamsburg garment company is like a hidden gem for me. This company offers the best jean alteration in Brooklyn.
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Tapering Levi's 501
Perfect job on 1'st pair and waiting for 2nd pair to arrive ! Fantastic job!
