The story behind Zip Up Service — giving visibility and dignity to local tailors 💚

Hi everyone! I’m Elahe, the founder of Zip Up Service, a platform built to connect people with trusted local tailors while reducing textile waste.

This idea was born from watching my mother repair clothes for others - always with love, never for pay. She gave dignity to this craft. Now, I want to give it visibility and value.

Our goal is to make tailoring accessible, fair, and sustainable across Europe - starting right here in the Netherlands.

We’re launching on Product Hunt this Tuesday (28 Oct 2025).

And I’d love to hear your thoughts, stories, or feedback about local craftsmanship, sustainability, or how you personally repair or reuse clothes.

Let’s bring this forgotten art back into the spotlight 🌿