Coco&#x27;s Alterations

(53 reviews)

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was disappointing enough that I feel obligated…read moreto share it. I brought in several Crate & Barrel curtain panels valued at approximately $900 for dry cleaning. Because of the cost of the curtains and the fact that they were in excellent condition, I specifically asked the owner, Sam, about potential risks before signing the waiver. During that conversation, Sam told me that pilling was a possibility, but he also stated that he had never personally encountered a situation where a customer's curtains experienced an adverse outcome from the cleaning process. He reassured me that everything would be fine. At no point did he mention shrinkage as a potential risk. That distinction is important because if I had been informed that shrinkage was a realistic possibility, I would not have proceeded with a nearly $400 dry-cleaning service on $900 curtains. I would have simply replaced them. Unfortunately, after cleaning, the curtains no longer matched in length. Panels that previously pooled slightly on the floor are now hanging approximately 3-5 inches above the floor, and the lengths appear inconsistent from panel to panel. In addition, the curtains appear to have been pressed improperly. The fabric no longer hangs straight. Instead, the sides appear narrower near the top and wider near the bottom, creating a noticeable billowing or hourglass effect. When I raised this concern, Sam acknowledged that the pressing issue was human error. I should note that I was unable to pick up the curtains for approximately a month due to a medical emergency. However, the condition of the curtains upon pickup does not change the fact that the shrinkage and pressing issues occurred during the cleaning and finishing process. What ultimately prompted this review was not just the outcome, but how the situation was handled. I spent approximately 20 minutes on the phone with Sam attempting to discuss the issue calmly and professionally. Rather than addressing the specific concerns I raised, he repeatedly insisted that I had been warned, despite the fact that shrinkage had never been mentioned. The conversation frequently drifted into broad generalizations about waivers and customer responsibility rather than the specific facts of what had been disclosed to me before I signed. When I explained that there is a meaningful difference between being warned about pilling and being warned about shrinkage, he maintained that shrinkage fell under the general umbrella of possible damage and that he could not be expected to list every potential outcome. I disagreed. When a customer specifically asks about risks, they deserve enough information to make an informed decision. I also found it unreasonable that I was told I could receive either a $50 accommodation for the shrinkage issue or have the curtains re-pressed to correct the acknowledged pressing error--but not both. These are two separate issues. One relates to the cleaning outcome, while the other relates to admitted workmanship during finishing. Perhaps most disappointing was being told that providing any additional accommodation would essentially amount to "running a charity instead of a business." After spending nearly $400 on the service and receiving curtains that no longer fit or hang properly, that comment felt dismissive and unnecessarily insulting. Had Sam simply acknowledged that shrinkage should have been discussed, shown some empathy, and worked collaboratively toward a reasonable solution, I likely would not be writing this review. Instead, I was left with damaged curtains, no meaningful resolution, and a conversation that left me feeling unheard and blamed for an outcome I specifically tried to avoid by asking questions upfront.

Earlier this week, I brought in my new jeans and requested a 2-inch original hem. I recently picked…read moremy jeans back up and was really happy with the results!! Flawless execution, to a point where you can truly feel the attention the detail & appreciate the skills needed for this kind of service. So I'm very fortunate to have this business close by. PRICING: Totally fair. I was pleasantly surprised to have been charged $25 for an original hem. To my understanding, it's more labor intensive compared to a standard hem. Sam helped me from the intake and even recognized me during my pickup. He's kind, polite, a real stand up guy running an honest business.

Lina's Alterations

(94 reviews)

Lina is so sweet, talented, and hard-working, taking less than 4 weeks to completely redo the back…read moreof my wedding dress (for a super affordable price, may I add). I bought the dress with a zipper back that I wanted removed and replaced with a corset. Lina did an amazing job and truly turned a Goodwill find into my dream dress. I refer her to everyone now; She is just amazing.

Excellent service! They altered my Jessica McClintock dress perfectly and changed it from a Zipper…read moreto a corset back. It's beautiful and was done within the timeframe I requested. Highly recommend!

Thien Tailoring

4.7

(266 reviews)

Mr. Thien is a great man and does amazing work, for good pricing. Great service and greeting with a…read moresmile every time. I always go to get my shirts and pants altered/ hemmed. I went to go pick up my clothes a last week and today but he's been closed. I hope and pray that he is OK.

Mr Thien is an amazing! He's a one man show, so there could be a wait when it's busy…read more This is my go to tailor for 10+ years now. His prices are reasonable and he does a great job. You can also try on your clothes when picking up to make sure it's what you want. There's been a few times where I've asked if he could redo something and he's more than happy to fix it. His attention to detail is amazing. I bring all of my tailoring needs to him.

Maureen’s Alterations & Cleaners

(66 reviews)

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Maureen hemmed 3 pants for me. Her work is excellent and she was able to complete the Job very…read morequickly.

I brought my wedding dress here for alterations. Maureen already knew what needed to be done just…read moreby looking at it on me, but she still listened to my requests and concerns, she was very nice, attentive and understanding. Maureen is very skilled in her work. She took in some inches around my bust and added a bustle for the long train on my dress. Her prices are fair and affordable, and she has a quick turn around time for alterations! For my wedding dress, she had it ready in 2 weeks. My wedding dress zipper kept getting stuck even though tried to adjust it, so she replaced the whole zipper entirely, and it was perfect! I also brought my reception dress here for alterations as well. After my wedding, I brought both dresses and my veil back for dry cleaning, and she had it ready for pick up in 3 days. I will definitely recommend her to everyone I know. She did a wonderful job!!

Susan's Alteration

4.2

(127 reviews)

Amazing service. Nice. Inexpensive. Quick turn around on…read morerepairs. I brought in pants that needed a quick hem repair and the had it done in less than 20 mins. Another needed a zipper repair and only took a few days. I was very happy with their service.

Thank you for the fast turnaround for alterations!…read more Solid price point for the craftsmanship for my linen split leg pants hem and silk skirt alteration.

Mattucci Tailoring and Tuxedos

4.4

(205 reviews)

My family has been coming here for over 20 years because Irene is the absolute best in the…read morebusiness! My wife and daughters are 5'2" to 5'4" and I'm a slender 6'3" so standard sized apparel often needs tailoring to fit us well. Irene and her team at Mattucci nail it every time, even with very complicated or delicate vintage items! We've had items tailored other places (mostly while traveling) and we usually end up needing to bring them back in to Mattucci to be re-tailored better a second time around. Don't waste your time or money elsewhere - Mattucci is the best and worth every penny. :)

Mattucci Tailoring has consistently provided O-U-T-S-T-A-N-D-I-N-G tailoring…read more Irene and her colleagues have always been exceptionally courteous, welcoming, efficient, diligent, resolute and especially caring. Their collective expertise has amazingly "rescued" my Loro Piana, Zanella and Brioni garments/suits---- from the seemingly inescapable dreaded "closet shrinkage" dilemma. Seriously, the sophisticated quality of their alterations is truly incomparable.

Manhattan Beach Tailors

(184 reviews)

Wonderful tailor! Professional, skilled and reliable…read more It may not look like much from the street, but this is the place to go get your clothes tailored for reasonable prices. I have taken jeans, dresses, slacks and blazers and always ready on time. Only thing to note is that parking can be tight (only two spots), so take your time getting in and out.

MB Tailors did a nice job tailoring my son's suit pants (center back seam adjustment.) They turned…read moreit around in one week and charged $30 - which I thought was reasonable. Pants now fit perfectly. 5 stars

Rainbow Cleaners

4.3

(244 reviews)

Decent prices for the services offered. With the close proximity to me I've become a return…read morecustomer.

I found Rainbow via Yelp - initially for dry cleaning and also for hemming / tailoring work…read more It's super easy to drop off your items here. They have their own parking lot with free parking. Be careful not to park in their lot if you're not actually visiting the business (or the spa next door), as they have signs all over the place that clearly state that they tow vehicles. Dry cleaning only takes a few days, and hemming took less than a week. I didn't have any firm deadlines, so time wasn't of the essence, but let them know if you do and they can work with you. Keep in mind that hemming and tailoring will require you to change into the clothing on-site so that the tailor can pin the adjustments. There is a restroom in the very back for privacy - a bit tucked away and generally not for public use, but it does the trick. If you're trying to adjust pants or a dress, be sure to bring the shoes that you'll be wearing so that you have a solid idea of how the item will look once adjusted. Prices are a bit on the higher end compared to other small tailor and dry cleaning businesses that I've been to around LA. Tap to pay is your best bet for speed and convenience. The gentleman who owns and operates the shop is personable, efficient and polite. He has a huge fish tank and quite a lot of fun decor.

LA Vista Cleaners

4.9

(2.5k reviews)

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Very clean business and Fernando helped me out at the front he was very nice. I will always support…read morethis family business!

I adore this place. This is a business run by mom and son. The son is always cheerful, helpful and…read morejust a wonderfully kind person. Very friendly. I don't live close but the alterations done on my clothes have been so amazing it is worth the drive. I have taken my oversized suits, formal dresses and gowns to get them altered and you would think I bought it that way. Incredibly professional and such a delight to visit. It can be pricey but I think when you are altering very expensive clothing, it is worth it. Especially with the way clothes are made so by heap nowadays. If you have a good base/foundation to work with and good fabric... do what I did and save the clothes! Get them altered here. You won't be sorry

J.V professional tailor

(83 reviews)

I needed a formal dress shortened and the shoulder taken in a little bit to fit me. I went to J.V…read more Professional Tailor because they are highly rated. Jose was not fazed at all by some draping that goes all the way to the bottom of the dress. The shoulders were cleanly altered and the length was just right. The space is clean and organized. Both the drop-off/measuring and pick-up were efficient. The alterations cost $125, which seems on par with other places I have been before. They prefer Zelle but were willing to accept credit card. I was not in a hurry. He scheduled my pick-up for just over 3 weeks from the consultation, and it was completed as scheduled. There is some metered parking out front, and street parking around the corner.

Jose / JV Tailor were simply so great. Good pricing, super quick turnaround, and did a good job on…read moremy wedding dress (one month before the wedding).

Anthony's Leather & Shoe Repairing

(321 reviews)

Anthony did an amazing job repairing my Louis Vuitton purse! I'm extremely happy with the results…read more The craftsmanship and attention to detail were excellent, and you can tell he really takes pride in his work. The service was outstanding from start to finish. Anthony was professional, friendly, and made the whole process smooth and easy. My purse looks great again, and the repair was done so well that it almost feels brand new. I also had two of my belts repaired the same day, and he did a wonderful job on those as well. Everything came out perfect! What I appreciated most was the turnaround time. I didn't have to wait long at all to get my items back, which was a huge plus. Fast, reliable, and high-quality service. If you're looking for someone trustworthy to repair your designer bags or accessories, I highly recommend Anthony. I will definitely be coming back for any future repairs!

Nice father and son team. Looked like they do quality repairs. I would go to them again. Parking…read moreis convenient.

Wash N Go Laundry

3.9

(36 reviews)

Amazing everything is new! This has to be the best laundry place in the southbay! I can't ask for a…read morebetter laundry place and the service is very friendly

The women there are very kind and understanding. I Brought blankets etc in from my 3 years olds…read morebed, for the fluff and fold. and they asked if I needed hypoallergenic detergent! It was perfect. And everything came back SUPER soft. The facility is very clean and they are there to assist with any issues but I haven't had any. Love the TV on too. I just wish there was more parking. The restaurant next door has saved spots but I NEVER see anyone in there. I say, hand over those spaces to the laundry mat! Hehe.

Windham Shoe Repair

4.9

(37 reviews)

Iggy is more than just a talented cobbler; he is an absolute legend! He and his shop have been…read morearound for 20-40 years or so. Every time I walk into his shop, I'm greeted with seeing how diligent and tired he is to do it all by himself. Unbeatable prices too. In the many years ago, I've lost count of how many pairs of shoes I've brought to him over the years, and I trust him completely with all of them--especially my favorite name-brand heels and boots. He treats every pair with such care, and I honestly hope he stays in business forever because I'm definitely going to keep him busy! I tend to wear my shoes down "like cray-cray," which always makes me think of my absolute favorite fairy tale from childhood: The 12 Dancing Princesses. You know, that story about the twelve royal sisters who would sneak out every night to dance until their shoes were worn completely through? I feel like a modern-day version of them minus the dancing lol but just daily usages, every time I drop off a bag of shoes at Iggy's! It remains one of my favorite stories to revisit--if you haven't read it lately, I highly recommend picking up a copy. It's such a charming classic!

Probably not the absolute lowest rates you can find but they are fair for the good quality work…read morethat Ignacio delivers. He is respectful and pleasant so there is nothing else to be desired and I will definitely return for future work. -Cash only -Looks like he gets busy so it's ideal to drop off items well in advance of any dates you may need them for. It was a week to replace the caps on a pair of my high heels.

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12 years ago

I have been going to Coco for years. She is the only person I trust with my alterations. I've lived in various cities across the U.S. and have NEVER found anyone who does the quality work that Coco does. She also has such a pleasant personality, but in a real way - not that fake-upbeat customer service type of demeanor. I really enjoy seeing her each time I stop by. read more

Rye H.

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4 years ago

Coco is truly talented. Have been taking clothes to her for years, mostly my daughters pants. She knows exactly what needs to be done as soon as you step out of the dressing room. She has even taken my old pants from my early 20's and made them fit my teenage daughter perfectly. read more

Natalie W.

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16 years ago

Coco is great. She altered my Wedding Dress for $80 and I thought that was fair and she did do an excellent job! I will go back and take other things to her. :o) read more

Lori K.

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16 years ago

She has altered so many things for me, including my wedding dress. She is pretty fast and so incredibly affordable. I would highly recommend her. read more

Linda S.

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2 years ago

Rudely said she was too busy! Business must be great! No need for new business. I would never speak to potential customer like she did.

Elizabeth A.

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14 years ago

Reasonable, not dirt cheap prices, and lovely work so far...

Patricia T.

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10 years ago

She does a good job on all alterations. I do recommend.

Aria C.

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16 years ago

She's so nice, does a good job with my alterations.

Ashley B.

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14 years ago

She saved my daughters pageant dress-- that is all.

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