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The perfect fit: A Practical Masterclass on Fit and Alterations

Join couture-trained tailor & expert stylist Melanie Potró, for a hands-on, skills-focused two hour workshop designed to help Stylists & Image consultants solve everyday fit problems

DATE: Thursdy 28th May 2026 . TIME: 3:30pm (2 hours)
‍LOCATION: Westfield Fashion Lounge, London

‍PRICE: £199

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*Limited to 12 participants · Free Bonus to my first 5 sign-ups (read more)

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Half day or Full day?

You're here for The Perfect Fit with Melanie Potró – a practical, confidence-boosting session on tailoring and fit.
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You can book it solo, or bundle it with Emmeline Stevens's powerful morning Style & Shape Masterclass

MORNING

Style & Shape Masterclass

Style & Shape Masterclass with Emmeline ONLY

PRICE: £399

AFTERNOON

The perfect fit

A Practical half day Masterclass on Fit & Alterations With Melanie

PRICE: £299

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FULL DAY

Both masterclasses

Designed for image consultants & personal stylists ready to elevate their client offering.

PRICE: £699 £599

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*The Full day style, shape & tailoring masterclass is split into two parts for your convenience. You can attend the morning session with Emmeline: Style & Shape Masterclass or the afternoon tailoring session with Melanie: The Perfect Fit (See FAQs for more).

Perfect Fit Session Breakdown

This is a structured, practical session designed to build your confidence step by step.

Extras

Printed Workshop Workbook (take-home)
Jeans Alteration Bible: What's possible, what’s not
Retail Size Guide: Highlighting inconsistencies to help advise client
Step-by-step Measurement Sheets and body proportion
High quality Tape measure

The first 5 attendees to book will receive a 30-minute private Zoom session with Melanie after the event (you’ll be notified by email if you qualify).

PRICE: £199

3:30 - 4Pm

Introduction to Measurements (30 mins)

Learn to measure bust, waist, hips, inseam, and shoulders with accuracy
Understand how to record and apply measurements consistently

4 - 4:30PM

Hands-On Practice & Demonstration (30 mins)

Watch live demonstrations of fit assessments and pinning
Practise techniques on real garments in small group work
Use this time for questions, feedback, and refining your approach

4:30 - 5:00pm

Assessing Garments for Alteration (30 mins)

Learn what can be tailored - and what can’t
Spot alteration opportunities quickly in ready-to-wear
Assess fabrics and construction to know what’s worth the investment

5.00 - 5:30PM

Tailoring Techniques & Fit Adjustments (30mins)

Explore how key alterations change silhouette and balance
Focus on jeans, waistbands, and hems & In-seam Length

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The Outcomes You Can Expect

By the end of the workshop you'll be able to...

Take accurate measurements with confidence

Learn how to measure bust, waist, hips, inseam, Length (vertical measurements) and shoulders.

SpoT Easy to do Alterations

Identify where alterations can dramatically improve the balance, proportion, or silhouette of a garment.

Know how to alter Jeans

Understand how studs, zips, and topstitching impact denim fit and alteration.

Understand core alteration techniques

Learn the mechanics of common alterations: hems, waistband adjustments, shoulder seams

Evaluate fabrics with confidence

Recognise which fabrics handle tailoring well - and which don’t.

Apply your learning in real-time

Use live garment examples during the hands-on section to reinforce learning.

Previous Client Love

Feedback from professionals who’ve refined their skills and elevated client results through Melanie's workshop.

Melanie ran a fantastic training - The value and insight she provided to all those who watched the training was incredible. She was also able to answer their questions on a wide range of fashion and styling related topics including where to buy sustainable clothing

S Salisbury

Events Manager

Melanie held a Masterclass for my Personal Stylist Community. Her extensive knowledge in design and experience in pattern cutting was ideal for the stylists in the group who were unsure of how to take proper body measurements.

D Griffiths

Founder, Stylist Community

Even though I've been a stylist for many years, I've never felt confident in taking client measurements and assessing garments for alteration. After taking Melanie's workshop I finally feel empowered to measure and recommend alterations.

Liz

Personal Stylist

FAQs

My most frequently asked questions - if there's anything else you want to know drop me an email

Contact

Can you share a bit more about Melanie’s experience?

Melanie is a couture-trained tailor and working stylist with over 30 years of experience across bridal wear, theatre, luxury fashion, Image Consulting and garment manufacturing.

She’s built costumes for the Bolshoi, designed couture gowns from scratch, and worked in global quality assurance.

Who is this masterclass for?

This masterclass is designed for image consultants, personal stylists, and fashion professionals who want to sharpen their technical styling skills, deepen their client impact, and elevate the way they deliver results.

It’s ideal for those working with real clients - whether you're established or growing - and want to feel more confident with tailoring, body analysis, and fit.

Where is the live training taking place?

The masterclass will be held in person at Westfield, Shepherds Bush, London.

Who is running this event?

This is a collaborative event hosted by The Image Consulting Company Ltd and MP Styling.

AFTER I BOOK, How will I receive session details?

All important information, including timings and what to bring, will be sent to you via email. Please double-check that your contact details are correct at the time of booking.

What’s included if I book the full day package?

The full day includes Style & Shape with Emmeline in the morning and The Perfect Fit with Melanie in the afternoon. We'll also be providing light refreshments!

Booking made separately.