About Svico Motoa

Passionate about sustainable fashion and expert craftsmanship for over 15 years.

Our Story

Founded in 2009 in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, Svico Motoa began as a small family-run business with a simple mission: to help people extend the life of their beloved clothing through expert repair and alteration services.

What started as a passion project has grown into Manchester's most trusted clothing repair service. Our founder, Maria Svico, trained as a tailor in her native Portugal before bringing her skills to the UK, where she recognised a growing need for quality garment repair services.

Over the years, we've built a reputation for excellence, attention to detail, and our commitment to sustainable fashion practices. We believe that every garment has a story, and our job is to help that story continue.

5000+

Garments Successfully Repaired

15+

Years of Experience

98%

Customer Satisfaction Rate

500+

Happy Customers

Our Values

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Sustainability

We're committed to reducing fashion waste by extending the life of existing garments rather than encouraging disposable fashion.

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Quality

Every repair is executed with meticulous attention to detail, using high-quality materials and traditional craftsmanship techniques.

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Innovation

We combine traditional tailoring skills with modern techniques and materials to provide the best possible repair solutions.

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Service

Customer satisfaction is our priority. We work closely with each client to understand their needs and exceed expectations.

Meet Our Team

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Maria Svico

Founder & Master Tailor

With over 20 years of experience in garment construction and repair, Maria leads our team with expertise in both traditional and contemporary tailoring techniques.

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James Thompson

Senior Alterations Specialist

James specialises in complex alterations and has a particular expertise in formal wear and vintage garment restoration.

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Sarah Mitchell

Seamstress & Repair Expert

Sarah brings precision and creativity to every project, with a special focus on delicate fabrics and intricate repair work.

Our Mission

At Svico Motoa, we're more than just a clothing repair service. We're advocates for sustainable fashion and believers in the value of quality craftsmanship. Our mission is to:

✅ Provide exceptional clothing repair and alteration services
✅ Promote sustainable fashion practices
✅ Preserve traditional tailoring skills for future generations
✅ Help customers build lasting relationships with their clothing
✅ Reduce textile waste in our community

Every garment that comes through our doors receives the same level of care and attention, whether it's a simple hem adjustment or a complex restoration project. We're proud to be part of Manchester's sustainable fashion movement and to help our customers make more environmentally conscious choices.

Ready to Give Your Clothes New Life?

Bring your garments to our Manchester workshop and see what our expert team can do for you.

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