We repair and alter latex garments from any quality manufacturer — not just Vex. With over 25 years of hands-on expertise, we handle everything from everyday wear damage to the preservation of irreplaceable designer and vintage pieces. If your garment is worth protecting, we can help.
Start a Repair InquiryLaura Pulice has spent over 25 years working with latex at every level — from building Vex Clothing into one of the most respected latex brands in the world, to being hired onset to handle latex emergencies during live film productions. When something tears, fails, or needs immediate restoration mid-shoot, she's the person productions call.
That same expertise extends to preservation — museum archives and private film and costume collections have reached out specifically to Vex to restore and preserve significant latex pieces. We accept garments from any manufacturer. If it's latex, we can work on it.
Designer latex dress — before & after
Chlorinated garments cannot be repaired or altered. Chlorination permanently changes the structure of latex and prevents adhesion. Chlorinated items will be returned without service.
Some garments — particularly those exposed to water-based lubricants or incompatible shiners — may not bond cleanly with new latex regardless of manufacturer. We assess repairability after reviewing your inquiry and advise you before any work is agreed upon.
A note on low-cost garments: We do not repair cheaply manufactured latex pieces, including most mass-produced imports. The material quality on these items is too inconsistent to repair reliably, and we won't take your money for a result we can't stand behind. If you're unsure whether your piece qualifies, just ask — we'll tell you honestly.
Submit the repair inquiry form below with the following details:
We'll reply requesting photos of the damage, then send you an estimate. Work begins only after your written approval.
Before shipping, your garment must be fully cleaned and prepped:
Items that arrive unwashed, shiny, or improperly prepped will be returned without repair. A $50 washing fee applies if washing is required on our end.
Ship to the address listed on your authorization form. Always use a trackable method and insure your package for its full value. Vex is not responsible for items lost or damaged in transit.
Our team will restore your garment with care and precision, using the same techniques we use on our own pieces and on archive work.
Latex is a delicate material, and working on an existing garment always carries some risk. In rare cases, additional damage can occur during the repair process — particularly on aged, brittle, thin, or previously repaired pieces, where seams and surrounding material can give way once they're worked on.
Please understand before you send your piece: we will always do our absolute best to repair or salvage your garment, and we will notify you before proceeding if we can see this risk in advance. This is uncommon — but it can happen, and we'd rather you know upfront than be surprised.
Repairs and alterations are billed hourly. Your estimate is based on the photos you send and is confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Repairs and alterations go into our production queue, which is currently approximately 4 weeks out. If you need your items sooner, we offer rush services — please inquire for pricing.
A $25 per-piece handling fee applies to each garment beyond the first two, added to your final invoice alongside standard hourly repair time. This covers intake, sorting, and care between pieces.
Your Vex item may be covered at no cost. At Vex Clothing we stand behind the quality of our products and want our customers to be completely satisfied with their purchases. We offer a warranty that covers any defects in workmanship on our garments.
Defects in materials or workmanship — such as seams coming unglued or zipper pulls detaching.
Damage caused by misuse or lack of care, including zipper teeth damage, tears from mishandling, and damage from improper storage.
Our full guide to preserving, repairing, and restoring latex — storage, cleaning, chlorination, what can and can't be repaired, and archive and museum-quality work.
Read our full repair & restoration guide →Tell us about your piece below. We'll reply by email requesting photos of the damage so we can assess repairability and send you an approximate estimate.
