A jacket zip is part of a shaped garment opening. Length, opening type, tape, teeth and the condition of adjacent leather all affect replacement. A damaged slider and torn zip tape do not automatically require identical work.
Show the full front opening and the affected component. The studio considers how the zip was fitted and whether access through the lining is needed. Discuss the desired finish and compatibility before assuming that a particular replacement will match.
Signs to look for
- Damaged teeth or tape
- A closure that repeatedly separates
- A broken main zip assembly
Check the closure and garment
The studio identifies the failed component and checks the neighbouring seams and leather. Surrounding damage can change what a replacement requires.
Agree a suitable zip
Length, separation, slider operation, colour and hardware finish matter. An exact original branded component is not guaranteed.
Plan access and finishing
Removing and refitting the zip may involve lining access and edge work. Any additional repair or care treatment is confirmed as part of the scope.
After the repair
Avoid forcing the closure or cutting away the existing tape. Bring the garment with any detached slider or stop so the original arrangement remains clear.