Probably one of the things that most people think of when they hear the word "tailor" is having alterations done. These can be small, such as letting out the hem in pants or larger like removing pockets so that pants fit better. While a good tailor can fix a whole host of clothing problems, they are not miracle workers, and it's important to find one that you trust and will tell you if they are unable to do something to your clothing. Some seams can't be taken in without affecting the look of the garment, and some people may not have the correct body shape for some alterations