Alterations Studio

(3 reviews)

Reasonably priced & does a great job and can sew anything! Works from home, locally.read more

I had ordered a new dress which was delivered midday Saturday Sept 2nd (5 days before I flew out…read morefor a wedding) - all the tailors and places that offer alterations closed at 4pm that day but were also closed Sundays plus the following Monday because it was Labour Day. I found Maria on Saturday evening and was told I'd be able to drop the dress off Sunday and get it back Tuesday evening. I was so grateful. Drove to her, tried the dress on, she pinned it to mark where it needed alteration. 2 days later on Tuesday evening it was ready, just as she had said. I went back, tried it on and it is fantastic. Fits so much better and she did such a great job. You can barely even tell anything was altered by looking at it except for a tiny amount of thread on the inside of the dress which is a tiny bit darker than the original thread. Maria was super friendly, chatty, showed me some of the other things she'd done and was currently working on. She had just started on some sofa cushion covers which looked great. Grateful for her flexible schedule, that she was able to accommodate my alteration on short notice and that she did such a great job. Pricing was also standard compared to the other places I had seen and very reasonable. I'd definitely recommend.

Better Look Tailoring & Alterations

4.8

(210 reviews)

I brought two old short sleeve shirts in for very small repairs but the owner grimaced and remarked…read moreabout how horribly they were damaged. "How did this ever happen??!", noticing a buttonhole that needed a small amount of repair. She automatically took the shirts and hung them up on her to-do rack making it somewhat uncomfortable for me to say thanks, but no thanks. It was then I wanted to know how much the bill would be, and she replied $24. I then grabbed the shirts off of her rack and bid her a good day. I have seen this same tactic used at different types of repair shops where the owner overly dramatizes what needs to be done and takes possession of the item prior to discussing the charge or getting approval. In sales that's called the assumptive close, where they act as though they assume you will approve the work and pay their price for the very minimal effort required. Don't fall for it. I have just now received a response from the lady's husband indicating that I must have visited a different shop and mistakenly thought I was in theirs. Absolutely not possible as I've been in several times in the past. Perhaps showing the shirts will refresh her memory and also defend my own. For full disclosure, the green shirt does have a small half-inch rip on the back side.

Great work and even better customer service! I love to support local, family owned businesses so…read morewhen i needed my bridesmaid dress altered, i came across this place! My dress needed the straps to be shorter and my slit was sewed since it was rather high. I also added sleeves to my dress and she did an amazing job! With the extra fabric, she offered to make two pocked squares as well. My sister and I had a very small window in which we needed alterations for her bridesmaid suit and my dress. They got them BOTH done so fast and the work was incredible. Aside from the work, they have great customer service which seems to be hard to come by these days. Highly recommend this place! Would definitely return. More info on cost: I paid $138 for the slit to be sewed, straps to be shorter, added sleeves, plus two pocket squares. My sisters alterations to her suit were nearly the same amount

Kathy's Tailoring

(175 reviews)

I was looking for a seamstress to fix my daughter's prom dress. It was super long and we just…read moreneeded to take in the bottom of the dress and take out the train. One of my coworkers told me about Kathy's Tailoring. The tailor I'm assuming is Kathy was super nice and friendly. She listened to how my daughter wanted the bottom of the her dress. She charged us $145.00. And had it done in about a week. My daughter couldn't be more happy with how her dress came out. I will definitely be back if I ever have something that needs to be tailored. And I would recommend her to my family and friends.

I brought in a stuffed football that means a lot to me -- my grandfather gave it to me, and the San…read moreFrancisco 49ers patch had come loose. I wanted to fix it up so I can eventually pass it down to my son as a fun little family heirloom. They were happy to take on the job, even though it's not exactly a typical tailoring request. The patch was reattached really well and looks great. You can tell they handled it with care, which I really appreciated given the sentimental value. I don't go to tailors very often, but after this experience I'd definitely come back. Super happy with both the service and the result.

Serena's Alterations

(59 reviews)

Serena is not only professional, but she is so kind as well. I was running late and she keep her…read morebusiness open past her hours of operation just to wait for me. If that isn't kind hearted then I dont know what is. You can't find service like that anymore. Even though this shop is already low priced for the excellent work they do, I left her a gracious tip. This place always goes above and beyond. Highly recommend

Very nice woman, very good quality, and very good service. Highly recommend. She's been doing…read morethis a long time, and she is very good at what she does.

Windmill Cleaners

2.9

(20 reviews)

Amazing price and service! Great customer service and the quality of their work shows in every…read moreclothing I bring in to clean. I know they offer ease and convenience of pick up and clean for companies with nice company perks like that. They treat your important clothing such as your beloved wool jacket and silk dress with the best care and service. I can focus better on work and life knowing my clothes are well taken care of. If you're in the area, check them out!

Horrible!! Prepay then I wait a week. Then can't clean cause they don't have the tools.read more

Roxie Couture

4.9

(80 reviews)

Wow--where do I even begin with Roxie? She is truly an artist, inside and out, and from the moment…read moreI met her, I felt like family. I brought in my gown and instantly knew I was in good hands. Sadly, I had to step away due to budget constraints, and I genuinely regret not being able to move forward with her--she is absolutely worth every penny. By the time I decided to proceed, she had already taken on two more brides, and it was too late. One of my close friends ended up working with Roxie, and her gown fit like a dream--flawlessly tailored and completely personalized. I have no doubt she would have done the same for me. Roxie's passion for her work shines through in everything she does. She doesn't just alter gowns--she transforms them into something uniquely yours. In another life, I would have had the honor of wearing a gown touched by her magic.

Where do I even begin?…read more Planning a wedding is supposed to be one of the happiest times in your life - but for me, it started out with heartbreak. My original dress came in with the completely wrong cup size, and to make matters worse, the alterations place I went to charged me $1,200 for work that was not only unfinished but done so poorly it broke my spirit. I felt defeated, disappointed, and honestly, just so let down. Eventually, I was able to trade my dress in for a new one - but by then, I only had six weeks until my wedding day. That's when I found Roxie. From the moment I met her, something felt different. I shared my story with her - how I felt like I had been taken advantage of, how much money I'd lost, and how crushed I was - and she cried with me. That moment will forever stay with me. Her empathy, her compassion, her kindness - it was like a warm hug when I needed it most. She told me she sees brides go through these things far too often, and it broke her heart. But what she gave me was hope. Roxie isn't just a seamstress. She is an artist. A healer. A safe place in the middle of what can be a chaotic, overwhelming process. She poured her heart and soul into my dress. Every stitch was filled with care and intention. She was meticulous, talented beyond words, and so deeply invested - not just in making my dress perfect, but in making sure I felt perfect in it. By the end of our time together, Roxie wasn't just someone who altered my dress - she became a part of my wedding story. A bright, beautiful chapter I'll always cherish. She makes you feel like family, like you matter, like you're not just another client - you're a bride she truly cares about. In a world where brides are too often taken advantage of, Roxie is a rare gem. She made me feel whole again. And for that, I will be forever grateful.

JulieT’sstitcherees

3.7

(3 reviews)

Julie did an AMAZING job stitching a custom made Halloween costume for me! She nailed it!read more

Julie hemmed some pants for me and did a great job! I am able to wear them with flats and heels,…read moreand her pricing is very reasonable. I will definitely return to her for future alterations.

Primo Alterations & Dry Cleaning

4.8

(362 reviews)

Excellent customer service. This business responded promptly to my service request on Yelp! to have…read morea pair of pants hemmed same day for a business trip. This was early on a Saturday morning. I was instructed to arrive when the store opens, and theycould have my pants ready by the end of business day. I dropped off my pants at 10 AM and received a call at 11:30 AM that my pants were ready for pick up. The pants were perfect, and the cost was very reasonable. The staff was incredibly friendly and professional. I found my go to place for alterations in San Diego!

I came to Primo Alterations due to the excellent reviews and they did not dissapoint! You truly get…read morethe quality of work you pay for here. Isis was great and did a perfect job on my wedding dress. All the staff is helpful and friendly. I went back for a couple of other minor outfit alterations just a little over a week before my wedding day. They were able to get it done even quicker than I anticipated and again I was very satisfied with their work. Excellent quality and service. Thank you!

Jerry's Tailoring

3.8

(76 reviews)

Had them out on badges for Civil Air patrol for my son and dry cleaned my shirt. Good job. One…read morething to note, I brought a dress pant with a broken zipper, the flap not the whole zipper, really needed to replace the zipper pull. I asked to fix and they quoted me $38. I told them Nicole buy the same pants for $28 from Vanguard. I took it back and bought the replacement on Amazon for $5 (6 pack) and repaired it myself. Also when I came 2 days later at 11am as they said everything would be ready, they didn't have my shirt ready so I was told to come back at 4pm. No apology for making me drive 45 min total back to them.

alterations for many pants and skirts very well done. terrific service and friendly owners…read more alterations are very good and do not take long. just a little waiting a few days and then everything is professionally done. neatly sewn so perfectly. great customer service. nice and knowledgeable owners who even end up measuring for your alterations.

Dorothys Military Shop

3.3

(139 reviews)

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Very limited stock, this is more an alternation shop than a surplus supply. Friendly customer…read moreservice, but overall lacking in modern items.

Lately, I've been having terrible service in correctional to picking up uniforms. I went to go grab…read moremy husbands uniforms to be met with rudeness, disrespect, and terrible customer service. This started when I entered the establishment requesting to receive his uniforms. When requesting his uniforms, I was left with blank stares, completely being ignored. Once I was finally acknowledged, they answered me with they are currently trying to find them. What made the situation even more unprofessional was when the women went out the store, chasing other customers who picked their uniforms up just before me, searching either their cars or the uniforms they were currently holding, trying to find his uniforms. She re-entered the establishment empty handed. Thats when I proceeded to ask, "so do you not know where his uniforms are"? That is when she told me, "they're in the back". Once the uniforms were found, she brought them to the front without updating me with anything. So I asked again, "Do you not know where my husband's uniforms are"? She responded with, "Do you not know what your husband's uniforms look like"? This entire situation was very uncalled for, especially with the unprofessional name calling. I am afraid I will no longer be doing business there from now on.

Fire Mountain Cleaners

4.4

(166 reviews)

Very friendly and good dry cleaners. Fair prices for the area. Glad to have found them!read more

We came in today with a few items, some large jackets that hold sentimental value, a few suits (one…read moreof which was over $2000) and other items. The young woman behind the desk was extremely rude. She stated that the suit could be repaired, but that the seamstress "doesn't like doing that, because it's so time consuming." WOW. That's great customer service, right? Then it came to the jackets, she said it starts at "$65" with an eye-roll. At that point we left and took our business elsewhere. We've been coming to this dry cleaner for over a decade. What shame to see it in the hands of such a disrespectful person.

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Kathy's Tailoring

(175 reviews)

I was looking for a seamstress to fix my daughter's prom dress. It was super long and we just…read moreneeded to take in the bottom of the dress and take out the train. One of my coworkers told me about Kathy's Tailoring. The tailor I'm assuming is Kathy was super nice and friendly. She listened to how my daughter wanted the bottom of the her dress. She charged us $145.00. And had it done in about a week. My daughter couldn't be more happy with how her dress came out. I will definitely be back if I ever have something that needs to be tailored. And I would recommend her to my family and friends.

I brought in a stuffed football that means a lot to me -- my grandfather gave it to me, and the San…read moreFrancisco 49ers patch had come loose. I wanted to fix it up so I can eventually pass it down to my son as a fun little family heirloom. They were happy to take on the job, even though it's not exactly a typical tailoring request. The patch was reattached really well and looks great. You can tell they handled it with care, which I really appreciated given the sentimental value. I don't go to tailors very often, but after this experience I'd definitely come back. Super happy with both the service and the result.

Fashion Tailor Shop

(81 reviews)

My wedding dress needed major alterations. Mary did an excellent job, and the dress came out…read moreperfect and within one week. The pricing was reasonable, and the work was professional! I highly recommend using the shop for all of your tailoring needs. Thank you!!!

The lady that owns this place is very nice. Her price is reasonable. And she tells you what day and…read moretime you can pick up your clothes.

Serena's Alterations

(59 reviews)

Serena is not only professional, but she is so kind as well. I was running late and she keep her…read morebusiness open past her hours of operation just to wait for me. If that isn't kind hearted then I dont know what is. You can't find service like that anymore. Even though this shop is already low priced for the excellent work they do, I left her a gracious tip. This place always goes above and beyond. Highly recommend

Very nice woman, very good quality, and very good service. Highly recommend. She's been doing…read morethis a long time, and she is very good at what she does.

Vega's Tailor Shop

3.9

(55 reviews)

I called ahead to ask if they offered same-day alterations because I had a last-minute family trip…read moreand was happy to pay an additional rush fee. I even mentioned that I expected to pay an extra $20-25 for expedited service. Unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. I was quoted $55 just to take in the waist of one pair of jeans--the same price I paid for the jeans themselves. The explanation was that she was setting aside other work, but the jeans were made from inexpensive material and the alteration was relatively straightforward. I've had designer jeans tailored before, including pairs that cost several hundred dollars, and even with rush service I've typically paid around $15-25. What bothered me even more than the price was the customer service. The woman was rude, dismissive, and made me feel like I was inconveniencing her by simply asking for a service she had already agreed to discuss over the phone. If she didn't want to take on a same-day alteration, I would have completely understood if she had simply said no from the beginning. I was also there with my young daughter, and after we left she asked if we had to "see the evil witch again." While kids can be blunt, it reflected how uncomfortable the interaction felt. I have no issue paying for quality work or paying extra for rush service, but I do expect fair pricing and professional treatment. Based on my experience, I won't be returning and unfortunately can't recommend this business.

The woman was super rude to right when I walked in, like I was inconveniencing her by being there…read more I showed her my dresses and looked at them for 3 seconds and she was just shaking her head saying "it's too much work". Then said she'd have to charge me $100 each dress. $300 for 3 simple fixes is crazy. They are simple sundresses with cotton fabric-I don't understand how they could be too much work for a seamstress. I also brought in denim shorts which apparently they don't take... At first I wasn't going to write this review and give her the benefit of the doubt but then I took them to another place in Encinitas and they gladly took everything and charged me $150 for my 3 dresses and 2 pairs of denim shorts. I normally don't write reviews like this but it was such a negative experience.

Valente's Tailor Shop

4.9

(97 reviews)

Had my wedding dress altered by Elvia and the whole process from start to finish was smooth and…read moreeasy. Elvia pays attention to every detail and makes sure you are happy with the final product. Timeline was so quick and would recommend her for anyone looking for a formal outfit for alterations. My sister ended up getting her bridesmaid dress altered by Elvia as well!

Fast and friendly if recommend him small business but very professional and answers questions…read morewithout hesitation

Annies Cleaners

3.8

(34 reviews)

Annie's is expensive af. Threw away my hangers even though she told me to leave them to not waste…read morehers. Worst of all, did not get the small stain out of my blazer which is the reason I brought it in. Just don't.

Annie's does really good and reliable alternations. I have been using her for years! I do suggest…read moreyou call ahead to confirm your item is ready as sometimes deadlines get pushed, but, she is ALWAYS reliable when I have a solid due date! I am always happy with her work!

Mendez Alterations

(30 reviews)

Be careful of price gauging. After bringing easily a half dozen or so to. Have a simple…read morestraightforward hem of wide legged pants today he tried to charge me double what he had I the past. I bring in my pants marked to the length I need all he had to do is cut and sew. Even if he felt they were wider to previous work. I would have said fine to an extra $5 but not double previously charged $15. Again, as I said straight hem on knit pants. I can only assume he just didn't want to do the work. I only went here because it was close and the work for the most part done quickly. I have another tailor I had been using that wasn't as convenient but I'm heading back to Annie. See review for Annie's in Oceanside. Sweet woman, great reasonably priced work. $12 on previous hemmed wide legged palazzo pants.

Thank you for hemming my man's pants :) they were exactly the length we needed. I appreciate itread more

Jerry's Tailoring

3.8

(76 reviews)

Had them out on badges for Civil Air patrol for my son and dry cleaned my shirt. Good job. One…read morething to note, I brought a dress pant with a broken zipper, the flap not the whole zipper, really needed to replace the zipper pull. I asked to fix and they quoted me $38. I told them Nicole buy the same pants for $28 from Vanguard. I took it back and bought the replacement on Amazon for $5 (6 pack) and repaired it myself. Also when I came 2 days later at 11am as they said everything would be ready, they didn't have my shirt ready so I was told to come back at 4pm. No apology for making me drive 45 min total back to them.

alterations for many pants and skirts very well done. terrific service and friendly owners…read more alterations are very good and do not take long. just a little waiting a few days and then everything is professionally done. neatly sewn so perfectly. great customer service. nice and knowledgeable owners who even end up measuring for your alterations.

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