Just left Absolute alterations and WOW! My visit today was nothing short of pleasant. I'm on a quick trip and needed my new linen pants taken in and shortened right away. Having done a quick search on yelp I came across this place and made a call, i explained I needed same day service, and the gentleman on the phone was kind and said I could stop by. Once I arrived the lady - Nahid whom I believe is the owner measured me and within 2 hours my pants were complete. Even though the job was a rush, she didn't charge a rush fee. In fact the price was extremely reasonable. My pants were perfectly altered and pressed beautifully. It's unfortunate i won't be able to come back to this place- I live in the Bay Area. The customer service and their work was outstanding. Would highly recommend this place. Thank you for a pleasant experience! read more

Absolute Alterations - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Tarzana, California

My go-to alterations place, Rose's, apparently did not survive the pandemic shutdown, unfortunately. So I had to go looking for another place. I found Absolute Alterations on Yelp, was impressed by all the good reviews and went there to get four pairs of pants hemmed, with one waist taken in. Not even one of these were done correctly. Not. One. It honestly should have been a red flag when the woman hemming my pants never used a ruler, when I had to keep telling her to raise the hem over and over, and had to practically beg her to pin up both pant legs by suggesting that not everyone's legs are exactly symmetrical. It was really a red flag when, one day before pick-up, I get a phone call asking me, "Now, *which* of your legs is longer than the other?" What?! What kind of question is that? Did they lose all the pins? Are they altering by guesswork? I honestly have no idea how something as simple as hemming pants could be done so consistently badly by anyone, let alone a "professional", but when I got them home, every one was still wiping up the floor, even in higher heels than what I'd worn to the fitting; two of the pants had a longer left leg than right, and the one altered waist was still so big, the pants kept drooping down. I suppose I could go back and insist on a fix. But why bother? It's not like I was asking for a finely tailored recreation of an Elizabethan court gown. I needed pants hemmed. You can't get more basic than that. If you can't do that right, there's no point in wasting more time. So, now I'm without four pairs of wearable pants, plus down $82 for nothing, and still in need of a tailor who managed to pass 7th Grade Home Ec. Don't make my mistake. Stay away. read more

Nahid is the best, she does magic. I took my dress to her for my daughters wedding. She knows what is she doing. The prices are reasonable. Thank you Nahid read more

Excellent Work! I found Absolute Alterations on Yelp and decided to give it a try. I dropped off a blazer on a Wednesday that was about two or three sizes too large and by Friday it was finished. It fit perfectly, like a glove. I've been to a few other locations in the area, but this place is affordable and so far nothing has matched this quality. I will definitely return and hope this review, which I am writing on my own accord, helps you to decide to give them a try. I love family owned businesses and am happy to support especially since COVID has had such a big impact on the moms and pops types of businesses. read more

Fast and great work. I was very happy with the service. My daughter had her dress altered and they did a great job.

I was searching for someone to make a special prom dress for my daughter - found Manijeh on yelp and we had a wonderful experience! We showed her a photo of my daughter when she a little girl wearing a dress she loved; my daughter wanted very much to recreate that for her prom. She was able to look at the photo and create the dress from scratch!! We went in once for initial measurement and then 3 times for fittings - it fit her PERFECTLY. The result was amazing and we could not have been happier. Highly recommend. read more

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I cannot say enough about Nahid. Hands down, she is the best seamstress I've ever had. Not only that, but she's so thoughtful and will give you the best and honest opinion as to how she should tailor the clothes. Her prices are outstanding and I feel like a part of the family every time I'm in her little shop. Please support this small business. They're great! read more

My experience was similar to CyCy C. Friendly and super sweet when I dropped off my clothes for alternation (clerk, not owner). When I returned, the pants were still too big... apparently the clerk didn't take the measurements correctly. The owner then re-measured and made another alteration. When I returned to pick-up, the waist and legs were the correct width/length, but the "seat" still needed to be drawn in proportionally. It was super obvious looking in the mirror, but the owner made a huge argument and said she was going to charge me more to correct "her" error. The final product was good, but after 4 visits (including the eventual pickup) and tacking on additional charges, I do not recommend this place to anyone. read more

I have brought two dresses to be altered. The work was done late and the quality of it was disappointing. 1. Dress number one was converted into tunic. The needle that was used for silk garment was too thick and pulled the fabric, the altered cuts for the sleeve were not even and the over all delivery was late by two weeks. 2. Dress number two was converted into a pencil skirt. The elastic on the skirt was not finished with anything and had three drunk stitches on the left. Threads were sticking out of everywhere. It was late by one week because I found the work unacceptable and asked her politely to redo it. Fortunately I got my two redone and equally cut garments back. I paid 37$ to go there three times and tell her where she was wrong. I am not a couturier but I know stitching and how to take care of delicate clothing. The work done was very rough and not professional. I hope she reads my review as a constructive criticism and not a rant. read more

This place is awesome! My friends and I needed some last minute alterations on Halloween and needed an emergency alteration job done within 4 hours, and Absolute Alterations got it done! She did a wonderful job and made our costumes, which would have been a disaster, into a beautiful masterpiece within hours. I couldn't be more grateful. The charges were beyond reasonable, too. If I lived in the area, I would go to Absolute Alterations for all of my tailor needs. I strongly recommend this place. read more

I found Manijeh on Yelp and I'm glad that I did. I had a Halloween costume (suit) that I wanted tailored to fit me just right - and took it to her. It was tailored very well within the time frame promised - and she even took down the price when she realized it wasn't as much work as originally quoted. I appreciated the honesty and good spirited nature that Manijeh had. Now I can rock my fitted suit at my Halloween parties this year! I would definitely recommend bringing your items to her - you won't be disappointed. read more

Mali is a wonderful seamstress. I've been going to her for YEARS & she always does a terrific job. She's experienced, detailed & professional. She does everything from alterations to curtains to outdoor cushions. read more

I took my wedding dress in for alterations, and Manijeh is amazing. She did so much hard work, unexpected work (the zipper in my dress was crap and the teeth literally came off at the pull of an errant thread), for a fraction of the price of bridal salons. For a hem (7 layers of floof), a bustle, a new zipper, and a complete re-do of my mothers' 80s veil, she only charged $325. I would have paid more if she had let me! Manijeh is also such a sweetheart, I enjoyed visiting her and talking with her as we inspected everything that was done. I can't recommend her enough. Her work is fabulous, and you can tell she really cares about doing a good job. read more

WOW, this place is a gem! Manijeh is incredibly talented and takes great pride in her work. The results: Outstanding! Expect your items, no matter how delicate to be treated with care, and returned just the way you had envisioned. And, as an added bonus, you can drop off all your dry cleaning too! Great prices and truly amazing service! Thank you, Absolute Alterations! read more

If you're looking for a good quality tailor that is able to turnaround a suit in short notice, look no further! I am extremely satisfied with my suit alterations and will definitely come back again. read more

This was the exact place I was looking for. Nahid was so welcoming and knowledgable. I had spent the whole morning trying to figure out how to fix an issue on my dress that I needed to wear by early afternoon. She immediately knew what to do and the day was saved. We chatted a little while she fixed my dress on the spot! Thank you Nahid! Everyone should go visit her. She is the best of the best! read more

Nahid is the best alterer I have ever worked with in my life! she manages to make my clothes fit and look better than I can even envision. Since finding her, I have brought so many of my pants and dresses to her for alterations. She even managed to rework a pair of vintage pants I bought that were literally 4 sizes too big and too long - now they fit like a glove! I am just sad I didn't find her sooner! Her prices are extremely affordable and she is so fast! I even brought a pair of jeans to her to take in and she had them ready the same day - at no extra charge! I have tried a lot of other places in the Valley and she is by far a cut above the rest! read more

I'm only giving one star because I have to. If it were up to me they would get no stars! They were friendly when I went to drop off my clothes and super sweet. The lady even gave me a reduction in price "just for me". When I came to pick up with my receipt I was getting over charged and the woman explained that a hem was $15 when my copy said $10. And the "just for me price" did not apply to the other garment because the lady who did that was not there and failed to put it on the carbon copy. They seem to change prices just because they feel like it. Very unprofessional and I will not return nor do I recommend this place to anyone. The woman even went as far to insist that I changed the price on my own on my copy of the receipt. Do not go here! I would much rather go to a place with set pricing and know what to expect. read more

Thank you for a perfect job , from now on I recommend you to all my friends to come to your shop to get the best service ever! I just had a very good experience, I was delighted with the price and professionalism. read more

I bought a night gown a few months ago and needed it altered for a wedding this wknd. I found Manijeh on Yelp and decided to bring my dress here. I got a really good impression from her when I met her, she was very sweet and spent a lot of time finding out exactly how I want the dress. I just tried on the dress and love what she has done, it looks great and she did exactly what I asked for. Totally recommend her. read more

I tried Mali's alterations for the first time with 2 pair of expensive jeans a couple of days ago. She was so very sweet and was able to get them done quickly. After trying them on and looking at the quality if work, I can say I will def be back! She is amazing! She did a perfect job and was priced lower than anyone I have ever used! I couldn't believe it! She is my new go to person! Thanks Mali! read more

Very experienced seamstress, with a friendly and warm demeanor! I took a dress here to be taken in and hemmed. The end result was amazing, and the alterations were really secure and undetectable! Thank you! read more

This place was absolutely amazing! They hemmed our drapes. I just knew they were too long and my wife and I needed them fixed. The ladies were easy going, very knowledgable, the price was right and they put my mind at ease. I say that because I know nothing about drapes and alterations. Don't look anywhere else. Go here! read more

Mali is just lovely! Her work is terrific and the prices are right. I am so pleased to have finally found a professional who really cares about her work and her customers. She was recommended by a friend and when I checked YELP, as I often do, I was pleased to see good reviews but disappointed to see only two. As a result, I'm adding mine and I hope you will add yours. read more

I brought some curtains in to be hemmed. She finished the job very quickly, but unfortunately when I got them home, they were shorter than I wanted. I thought I measured right the first time, and she thought she measured right too. She easily could have claimed it was my fault and been done with me, but she took the curtains back and lengthened them for me, no charge. This is the kind of customer service that will make me a lifelong customer. Thank you!! read more

Manijeh definitely keeps me coming back...this is the first alteration place I tried on yelp and the only tailor I'll ever need...The prices are reasonable the work is splendid and time it gets done is unbelievable. Would recommend to my friends and family off and on yelp. read more

Manijeh altered my bridesmaid dress and did such a wonderful job! love her!

I will never go anywhere else! The customer service is incredible and the work is impeccable. You will never find a better place to get your alterations done:) read more

Manijeh is a absolute delight. I originally went to her because she was local...but I'll be coming back for sure. Her work is fantastic. Cost is fair. Great at communication and meeting deadlines. I'm currently in a police academy and my uniforms had to be 100% perfect, I look good, feel confident, and met their high standards with her help. I'll be back soon! read more

I just picked up my dress which Mali gave a new look to by hemming it with the new style hemline: short in front, long in back. Wow! Looks like a $200 dress now. Perfection! And only $22.00!!! read more

This place is awesome . Manijeh the owner has done an excellent job on my clothes all the time she is very friendly and nice . she is the best in valley Love this place . read more

I purchased an expensive dress from a popular pinup store to wear to an event on a Saturday. I received the dress on Thursday and noticed the cleavage was not symmetrical. I planned to exchange the dress believing it was a quality control issue. I went to the brick and mortar location to exchange but realized all the dresses were cut this way. I opted to have mine altered instead. Unfortunately, by this time it was Friday, after 4 pm--closer to 5. I searched yelp and it brought me here. I showed the owner the problem and she quoted me a price. I sheepishly asked if she could possibly have it done by the next day. She asked what time and again I winced and asked if 11am was a possibility because it was an all day event. She said,"yes!" My husband picked up my dress at 10am and it was perfect! I will definitely be taking all my business here from now on. I couldn't be happier! Thank you so much! read more

Mali is terrific! I've been going to her for about 6 months now after using another local tailor for years. She has altered several pairs of pants and dresses and everything has turned out beautifully. She is reasonably priced and pleasant to deal with. So happy to have found her! read more

Came here today to get a dress and a pair of pants hemmed. My bf quickly yelped this business and I'm so glad we came here. We were able to pick up my items the same day in 4 hours after I dropped off my clothes. The women there are so sweet and they did a great job. This is where we will be going for future alterations. read more

Manijeh is absolutely the best, prices are very reasonable and she is on time with all orders, been her customer for more than 5 years and I would definitely recommend her :) read more

Manijeh saved me! I had an important wedding to go to and of course, I waited till the last minute to figure out what I was going to wear. 2 days before the big day, I bought a pair of dress pants in the right color but wrong size--I'm pretty short so getting a good fitting pant off the rack is all but impossible. After a Yelp search, I quickly went to 'absolute' with the hope of just getting them shortened, I could make it work as long as they weren't dragging. I walked in and was greeted with a smile. She happily agreed to alter them and get them back to me the day of the wedding. Phew!! Relieved. So I put them on and as she was figuring the length she said, "don't you want me to narrow them? they'll look better" I said yes, please, absolutely, you can do that in such a short time frame? She smiled and said of course. I was so grateful, I thought having them narrowed was too much to ask for with the time crunch but it made such a big difference in the look of the pants. I got them early the day of the wedding and they looked great. I received so many compliments on the fit. She was accommodating, friendly and made my pants look better then I thought they could! read more

I have been going to Mali for over 8 years. She is the best dressmaker I have ever gone to, She does alterations perfect the first time. She is very reasonable and always has your alterations on time. She is also a very nice woman. read more

I have a blouse with lace bell sleeves that needed shortening. I took it to Absolute Alterations to get an in-person quote after some other places gave me a starting price of $25 over the phone. Manijeh was not there but the gentleman who was there told me $15 -- only 60% of the other places! They asked me when I wanted to pick it up, and it was ready, on time, and they did a good job. I would definitely use them again. read more

I had my son's jean which was his favorite jean but it was too old and tattered . I tried to get red of it but my son kept it and ask me to find a place to fix it. I took it to manijeh and as usual she was so sweet and when I ask her if it is possible to do it ,she said I will do it. Your son like it and I will do it. She did it professionally ,you couldn't even find the tattered spot . She did a grate job .She is sweet ,smart, fast and her price is really reasonable. read more

I always have trouble with pants being too long. If you need a tailor to hem pants, this is a good spot to check out. The owner is very friendly and definitely knows what she's doing. Unfortunately, I didn't catch her name. It was a quick process, in and out the first time to drop off a pair of pants that needed to be hemmed. She had me try the pants on and measured them on me to ensure the length would be just right. I left the pants, and when she told me they would be ready in 3 days, I asked if there was any way she could have them done in 2 days instead. The best part: without any hesitation, she said yes, and it was a done deal with no extra charge for having the pants done a day faster. I came back 2 days later, tried the pants on in the store, and they fit just right! Quick, easy, friendly, and only $10 to have a pair of dress pants that fit me perfectly. I will definitely come back next time I need to have my pants hemmed up. read more