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Walnut Creek, CA

Ariana Sewing Shop

4.8 (179 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Duyen N.

I had an amazing experience working with Mo! He hemmed my wedding dress so quickly and got the length perfect on the first try. I also got a bustle for the dress and honestly blown away by how much it enhanced the look of my dress. I brought other dresses to him and have been happy with his work every time. Definitely trust him with your big day!

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Lindsay C.

He did an exceptional job altering my wedding dress. Truly 5 stars. Highly recommend anyone that needs a black tie or wedding dress worked on come here. He is the best!

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I cannot recommend Moh enough! He truly worked a miracle on my wedding dress. I brought my dress to him just **5 days before my wedding** needing a very last-minute reconstruction, and he took on the challenge without hesitation. From the very beginning, his confidence, professionalism, and calm attitude immediately put me at ease. He wasted no time, was very clear about the timeline, and followed through exactly as promised. The final result was absolutely AMAZING. I showed him a photo of the mermaid silhouette I wanted, and he recreated it beautifully. He reconstructed the dress to hug my natural curves perfectly and gave me exactly the shape and fit I had envisioned. I felt incredible in my dress! He also went above and beyond with the mermaid train. He created **3 different ways to bustle it**, and then showed me **2 additional ways to style and bustle it -- 5 options total!** That extra attention to detail made the dress so versatile that I can actually wear it again for another special occasion. His craftsmanship, skill, confidence, efficiency, and attention to detail are truly exceptional. Taking on such a major, last-minute reconstruction only days before my wedding could have been incredibly stressful, but he gave me such a sense of relief because I immediately felt that my dress was in capable hands. I am beyond grateful for what he did for me.

Mohammed did such an amazing job! He made sure I wore the dress and the dress didn't wear me! The alterations fit my body shape perfectly and complimented my curves so well. I couldn't be happier! He was honest every step of the way, and I'm so glad I listened to his advice. I recommend every bride to come here for their alterations, you'll be in great hands and won't regret it!

Adjusted shoulder part to make it secure
Jacob D.

All I can say is..... WOW thank you so much Mo!! He really listened to my concerns and made sure my dress was perfect. I've asked him to fix the shoulder area because it was loose and doesn't feel secure. I also asked him to hem the dress to floor length. He did both of my requests perfectly! I also want to say that I'm very picky on who I choose to tailor my dress for my big day and I knew I couldn't go wrong with Mo.

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My daughter's hoco dress was a perfect fit except the waist. It was a tricky alteration and I wasn't even sure it was possible or worth trying to fix. The dress has a mesh layer on top (two fabrics laid together; one a solid color and the other a mesh overlay) plus a floral appliqué. They needed to take in center back (and likely remove the zipper), recut the seam and reinstall zipper while keeping the integrity of the embroidered floral fabric. I read all the amazing reviews but still was anxious to pick it up two days before the dance! It is flawless. The craftsmanship is beautiful, the dress fits perfectly, and he was able to ensure the flower appliqué looked flawless. We are very very happy. Only drawback is it took 4 weeks; but guess that is a testament to how busy the little shop is, so plan ahead!

The back of my dress before alterations. Tears in the mesh, extra material under the lace, and no bustle.
Kendra M.

I cannot recommend Mo highly enough! He worked on both my wedding dress and my husband's outfit and the results were nothing short of exceptional! My wedding dress was brought straight off the rack and fit me pretty well. However, there were tears in the mesh on the back of my dress and I wanted a bustle added. *Brilliant Idea* I brought my wedding shoes with me for the first fitting, which was perfect for Mo! He used chalk and pins to mark where the bottom was to be hemmed accurately. He also suggested hemming more of the material under the lace. There was no 2nd fitting for me, just a pick-up date, within 1 1/2 months. Mo also suggested getting the dress dry-cleaned and pointed out where it was dirty, which I hadn't noticed during my previous two tries on the same dress before buying it. Mo also worked his magic on my husband's suit jacket and shirt, tailoring each piece to perfection. The suit was previously tailored elsewhere, but my husband wasn't comfortable with the outcome. Mo removed most of the padding from the jacket's shoulders, shortened and tapered the sleeves, trimmed the shirt collar, and removed excess fabric from both pieces. Mo made a huge difference by transforming his suit. My husband's new fit was immaculate from every angle with clean lines, flawless structure, and total comfort. My hubby has declared that he's going back to Mo anytime he needs a tailored suit or shirt that they make custom in-house. When I picked up my dress, I wanted to cry. My dress looked neater at the bottom and the holes in the back were strategically covered by the excess lace cut from my dress. I was so panicked about those tears and being nervous that they couldn't be repaired or hidden without looking tacky. And then the bustle! It was perfect!!! Super easy to learn and Mo sewed a button on the bottom to help quickly find the hoop. What truly sets Mo apart is his craftsmanship, paired with his professionalism and warmth. Mo has an expert eye, incredible technical skill, and a calming presence that every wedding couple needs during wedding prep. He treats your garments like works of art and treats you like family. He took the time to explain adjustments, listened carefully to our feedback, and delivered everything on time with zero stress. He also texted us on our wedding day to say congratulations! If you want your wedding attire to look exceptional, feel perfect, and be handled by someone who truly understands the weight of the moment, look no further. We are endlessly grateful and would recommend Mo and his shop without hesitation. Ten stars if I could.

I cannot recommend Ariana Sewing Shop highly enough. I purchased what was essentially a ready-to-wear floor sample that was nearly two sizes too big, but he transformed it into what truly felt like a custom couture gown. From our very first appointment, he listened carefully to my vision and immediately understood exactly what I was hoping to achieve. He completely reimagined the dress by reshaping the neckline, removing the cap sleeves, and tailoring every detail until it fit me perfectly. It was a significant alteration project that required multiple appointments, yet he never once inflated the price or surprised me with additional charges. His honesty, professionalism, and attention to detail were remarkable. On my wedding day, I felt absolutely incredible. The dress looked and fit better than I ever imagined, and so much of that was because of his talent. He didn't just alter a gown. He helped create the dress I had envisioned from the beginning. If you're looking for someone who is exceptionally skilled, patient, fair, and genuinely invested in bringing your vision to life, I wouldn't hesitate to trust him with the most important dress you'll ever wear. Thank you for helping make my wedding day so special.

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Very professional and efficient, and offers helpful feedback about alterations. My wedding dress looks beautiful!

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Impossible to communicate with. Told me something different each time I was there. I had to cancel my projects.

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Got my dress altered here. Very straight forward guy - be prepared for him to be brutally honest. Had good experience!

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He did a great job fixing a knit dress. Seemed a very hard job to me but it looks great.

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