I bought my dress in April knowing I needed to lose some weight for it. I also let her know when I brought my dress in May to be altered that I intended to lose weight. I went in for 2 fittings total. I lost the weight so the dress had to be taken in after my second fitting. My dress fit like a glove on my wedding day. I got this dress for a deal off the rack. The alterations were pricey, but getting this dress customized to fit my body was worth every penny! I cannot recommend enough! read more

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Darya is 100% worth every penny. She is an expert @ wedding gown alterations & I felt confident in her work every step of the way. She truly makes the fittings experience so beautiful & memorable. I believe she's an actual magician! She listened to everything I had in mind for the dress & even suggested things to make the dress even better that I didn't think of. She contoured the dress to bring out my curves & it was perfection. She's so good @ making the butt stand out & the waist cinched! Thank you so much Darya! read more

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I found Darya via Yelp and reached out for a quote. She's super sweet, easy to work with, replies fast, is honest, and is extremely knowledgable in wedding dress alterations. Darya was very helpful is suggesting what kind of changes we could make to my original dress and how to also make it more flattering for my body type. She is familiar in working with different types of fabrics and her alterations come out seamless. Wedding dress alterations are pricey, but with Darya... all of the adjustments are worth it. Fun fact: she used to work in costume design for broadway before things were forced to close down due to the pandemic! read more

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I couldn't have asked for a better experience getting my dress altered. Darya is amazing at what she does and she's also so sweet and her energy is so great. Made the experience for me and my mom wonderful. 10/10 recommend! read more

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From the moment I stepped into Darya's studio, I felt completely taken care of. I knew right away that I was in good hands and that she was going to turn my dress into something that truly felt made for me and my body. Darya was incredibly talented and meticulous throughout the entire process. She accepted nothing less than perfection, paid attention to every detail, and made sure I felt completely confident in how my dress fit. She was also so reassuring throughout the process, which meant so much to me as a bride. On my wedding day, I felt absolutely incredible in my dress, and I truly believe that was because of Darya. She took a beautiful dress and made it feel like it was made specifically for me. I am so grateful for all of her care, attention to detail, and expertise. Thank you, Darya, for helping me feel so beautiful on such an important day! read more

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Darya not only made my dress alteration experience super personal, but she made it one I will never forget. My dress turned out even better than I could have imagined and I would recommend her to every bride! I am so happy with my experience and her work is truly impressive! The way she altered my lace jacket to feel like a "second skin" on my body was remarkable. I got so many compliments! read more

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Darya and her team was an absolute dream to work with. They made my dream dress come to life! Darya was a great communicator and was spot on with her timeline. The dress finished perfectly on time! I couldn't have asked for a better experience, the sweetest person to work with, and how perfectly my dress came out. I highly recommend Darya for your wedding dress alterations! read more

Finding the right tailor for a Versace couture piece felt daunting, so I spent a lot of time researching before booking anyone. Darya's reviews stood out that I didn't think twice about driving from Torrance to Irvine, and I'm so glad I did. She responded quickly to every message and made the entire process feel effortless. The dress itself was no easy task, an unusual fabric blend with barely any extra material to work with, but you'd never know it from the final result. Darya reassured me from day one that my dress was in capable hands, and she was right. Every seam, every detail, absolutely flawless. She also finished the alterations ahead of my birthday, which meant one less thing to stress about leading up to the big day. Skilled, dependable, and genuinely a pleasure to work with. My birthday was already a special one, but wearing that dress made it unforgettable. Can't recommend her enough! read more

Darya was my favorite wedding vendor!!! She took a dress that I was honestly originally unsure of and made it look like it was made for me. She was familiar with the complexity of my dress and made it look like a breeze. I wish she did more than just wedding dresses because I'd go see her again and again. Thank you Darya for helping me feel like the most beautiful bride read more

Darya is an absolutely amazing artist and has a special eye for her attention to detail and perfection! I was recommended by Luv Bridal, which is where I found my dream wedding dress, and Darya has taken it to the next level to make it fit like it was made just for me! She is worth every penny and I can't wait for the final fitting. Exceptional service and quality is an investment for sure but I immediately trusted Darya's recommendations. I absolutely trust her process and cannot recommend her enough! read more

She tailored, steamed and made custom touches to make my dress even more refined and perfect! I drove over two hours to see her because I knew she was the best. She was always responsive and reassured me that the process was going smoothly. I recommend her to anyone needing alterations! read more

I have the most gorgeous open back dress that needed some tailoring and I wanted to add a ribbon across the back just for a little more security. Enter Darya. She is so incredibly talented, her work is seamless. The fabric of this dress felt very delicate and drape-y; the alterations, nor the ribbon addition changed anything about that. It fits me like a glove and I have honestly never felt more beautiful in a dress. I also took in a one-shoulder Halston jumpsuit. It had been sitting in my closet for years because I just couldn't pull it off. Darya created a second strap from the same fabric, and it looks amazing, so chic. The wide strap looks like it belongs, it MAKES this jumpsuit. Again seamless work, fits perfectly; absolutely flawless. She is very warm and personable, informative and knowledgeable. I'm very grateful that I found her on Yelp, and that she had the vision to create even better fashions out of what I brought her. I'm so happy! I will add pics soon! read more

Darya restyled my vintage wedding dress into a one of a kind wedding gown that was so beautiful and elegant. she is very talented, the service was excellent... Quality was amazing. plus, it was affordable. thank you! read more

Darya is so amazing at her work but is also an amazing, kind, and collaborative person! From the beginning stages of taking in my dress, I was a bit nervous because it is such a big purchase, but she put my mind at ease by answering so many questions I had, being helpful with suggestions to what would look and work best, and being communicative throughout the process of when my next appointments would be! She was so kind in allowing 3 people for my last fitting (my matrons of honor and a bridesmaid) to be there to enjoy the moment and take notes on how to put the dress on! The work done dress itself was beautiful! She put 9 buttons so carefully hidden for the bustle, which looked GORGEOUS and was extra kind to steam my veil, even when I brought it on the day of the last appointment. Would recommend everyone to go here! read more

Darya is absolutely incredible! Worth every single penny she truly knows her craft and is exceptionally skilled. She communicates clearly about your dress, appointments, and explains every step of the process, which is such a relief during the chaos of wedding planning. I'm on the thinner side and I often struggle to find clothing that fits just right, but Darya worked her magic and tailored my dress so it fit like a glove. It was beyond perfect even better than I could have imagined! Thank you, Darya, for making me feel confident and beautiful. You truly made my big day unforgettable! read more

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Darya was the best! So sweet and kind and flexible and my dress turned out amazing! Would definitely use her again for future events or recommend her to anyone! She even helped me get a stain out of my dress that I accidentally got on it before the wedding. read more

She did a beautiful job on my daughter's wedding dress. She is very professional and detail oriented. Highly recommended

10 stars for Darya if I could! Found Darya on Yelp and after reading all her reviews, I decided to schedule a consult for my wedding dress. I booked my appointment on Yelp and she responded within a few hours. I was 3 months away from the big day and I was still on the fence with which dress to wear, so I brought both to the appointment. Her email and text reminders are very professional and informative. She is amazing in what she does. I brought my mom and brother to all my fittings and they all loved her & admired her expertise. She helped me choose which dress to go with and which one would be more flattering for my figure. I am so glad I went with this dress. What a transformation. I was so happy and comfortable wearing it the entire evening. Her craftsmanship is outstanding and she really cares about her clients. She even suggested a shapewear that would hold better and it made all the difference. Towards the end of my fittings she moved down the hall to an even bigger and more beautiful space which I had to honor of doing my very last fitting at. Although I do not plan on getting married again... I'd totally use her for any other formal gown alterations in the future. Highly highly recommend her to all the future brides or brides in planning. I promise. Thank you Darya for this wonderful experience. read more

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I came to Darya at the very last minute and she squeezed me in, which I was so grateful for. She fixed my dress beautifully and it was flawless for my event. Thank you! read more

I only worked with this place for communication and getting a quote, but I was super impressed! What I Loved: - Highly Responsive: They replied quickly, which I really appreciated. - Professional & Kind: Out of the 4 other spots I reached out to, this one stood out for being the most professional and kind. - Clear Expectations: They were upfront and clear about what could be done, which I value. - Excellent Communication: This can be lacking in other places, but they nailed it. I went in for emergency alterations with less than three weeks before my wedding. Ultimately, I didn't do my alterations here due to timing, but based on their service, I'd highly recommend giving them a shot and testing them out! read more

Darya was absolutely amazing! I had no idea what to expect, but she completely transformed my dress to fit me like a glove. She was fast to respond and very lovely in general. I would highly recommend if you are looking to make your dress perfect for your big day! read more

Darya did my wedding gown alterations for my wedding last June 2025. I found her in Yelp and saw strong recommendations from previous reviews. I am happy to report that the she really is a master of her craft. She made my gown fit me like a snug glove and also added a nice bustle that was secure. I received a lot of compliments in the day of. She is very gracious and scheduling appointments with her is very easy. I enjoyed my interactions with her and although a bit pricey, she really took care of my wedding gown. I definitely recommend her if you are a bride looking for an alterations specialist! read more

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When I bought my wedding dress in the Bay Area, I was told that I needed to find someone who is familiar with horse hair and hand beaded gowns. Enter Darya. I contacted multiple other alterations shops and attended one other consultation before I went to Darya. Immediately she made me feel at ease and the more we discussed my dress, the more excited I felt to let her work her magic. My consultation was in August and my wedding was in October. Darya did a fantastic job with clear communication and setting up the appointments. Her location is very easy to find with lots of parking. When I put my dress on for my wedding, it fit perfectly! She also added a bustle, which again was perfect! If you have a more complicated wedding dress like mine, don't hesitate to contact Darya! read more

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I can't imagine having worked with anyone else to alter my wedding dress. Darya was so sweet, communicative throughout the process, and truly talented. The price was reasonable and my dress fit me perfectly after just the first alteration. I highly recommend partnering with Darya for your wedding dress alterations! read more

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Darya was amazing! She is so sweet and so easy to talk to. She listened to what and how I wanted my dress to be altered and she also gave her recommendations which I loved! She had great communication and very clear instructions. I loved everything about my dress already but she made me love it even more! My dress fit like a glove and I was still able to comfortably sit down, move, and dance! I also loved how she bustled the train of my dress, it flowed perfectly! None of the buttons fell off at all either. She also recorded a video for me to show to my bridesmaids so that they have a step by step video to follow. Her boutique was so nice and clean. I'm so happy that I chose to go to her for my wedding dress alterations!!! Thank you so much Darya! read more

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I had two wedding dresses tailored a month before my wedding. Given the timeline, I had a very narrow margin for error. I knew I was late to the game but given the reviews, I knew that I could trust Darya to do an amazing job! I got so many compliments the day of, and each dress looked like it was custom-made to fit me. I spent more on tailoring than I did for each dress, but I assume it was due to the rushed timeline. In any case, it was an insurance I was willing to pay, especially for my traditional dress! read more

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Got my wedding dress tailors by Darya! She was absolutely amazing and was able to make my dress absolutely perfect. She even steamed it AND my veil to make sure it was perfect for day of. I cannot recommend a better seamstress. She has great experience and is extremely detail oriented. She recommended a bustle that will also go well with the fabric of my dress. So so happy with my dress! Not only this but she is so kind and personable making all of our needs and wants heard! Definitely worth it! read more

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Darya was amazing! I had such a great experience from the first appointment to the last and collaborating with her on the slight changes to my dress and what was possible, even with a very simple dress. I would highly recommend Darya!!!! read more

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Darya was absolutely incredible to work with- we got married 10/20/24 and I felt SO confident in my dress and loved that she made me feel so comfortable in the best dress of my life. Not only is Darya incredibly kind, and takes all your concerns into account, she's a master at her craft. She adjusted my straps and made sure that the pearl detailing on the bust was a focal point. She steamed my veil as well which was so thoughtful! Would recommend her time and time again read more

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Darya is more than a seamstress--she's an artist. I brought her a sample sale wedding dress that was several sizes too large for me, and somehow, with her magic, the final product fit absolutely perfectly. I truly don't know how she did it. People kept telling me the dress looked like it was made for me--and it's because it was! On top of that, Darya built in a now-show bustle for my extra long train. It hid the bustle under the dress seamlessly. In fact, it looked like two completely different dresses with and without the bustle, which was perfect for a second look feel. This kind of alteration took an enormous amount of skill and tedious effort. Darya is head and shoulders above the rest. She's worth it! read more

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This is a long overdue review for Darya, who altered my wedding dress. Darya is a true professional and very easy to work with. You just show up, she fits you, and she makes sure your dress fits perfectly. She also took a video demonstrating how to bustle my dress, which was very helpful. On top of everything, Darya, her husband, and team were so sweet and accommodating. At one fitting, I was having a stressful day and they offered me candy LOL. My alterations weren't the cheapest, but they were executed perfectly. I also had peace of mind that I was in good hands and wouldn't worry about botched alterations the eve of the wedding. I would 100% recommend Darya if you need alterations for your wedding or another event! read more

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Darya tailored my wedding dress, and I truly couldn't have wished for a better experience! She tailored my wedding dress to complete perfection, and made me look even better than I could have ever envisioned. She also created a beautiful bustle that was unique and looked so tasteful. Each visit I had with Darya was so amazing. Not only is Darya so talented at alterations, she's also so extremely kind, thoughtful, and hilarious, and she made me feel so beautiful in my dress. I trusted her expertise, and she exceeded any expectation I had. Truly 1000% recommend coming to Darya for any important alteration that you may need! read more

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I would highly recommend Darya for your bridal and formal dress alterations! I instantly felt comfortable with her and knew I was in good hands. She's so warm and kind and very skilled in her craft.. you will not be disappointed! I actually was deciding between two dresses and she allowed me to bring both dresses and helped me decide based on what alterations each would need. I ended up going with a dress from Made With Love Bridal and she altered it to fit me perfectly and was so accommodating as far as appointments and even helping me figure out what shapewear to wear underneath. I loved every bit of my experience with Darya! Thank you!! read more

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I needed my wedding dress altered on short notice and Darya was able to accommodate for me. I actually received it earlier than expected! During the initial consultation, Darya was so pleasant and professional! She pointed out details to alter that I didn't even consider to make the dress fit even better and to look better in photographs. My dress now fits like a glove and I am so excited to wear it! Thank you Darya read more

I had an amazing experience with my wedding dress alterations thanks to Dara. The service was fantastic--she responded promptly to all my questions and made sure everything was perfect. My dress fit like a glove, especially considering it was lace. She was very careful with the delicate fabric, and I truly appreciated the attention to detail. She added boning to the bust area, giving it beautiful shape, and the train was absolutely stunning. Even the bustle was well thought out where she added a button and a sparkle that added a touch of magic while blending in with the dress. I couldn't have been happier with the final result! read more

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Working with Darya was amazing. We feel so lucky to have found such a gifted and talented individual. We are so happy with the results. The dress looked amazing!!!! Thank you Darya! read more

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I am so happy that I found Darya! I originally went to her with my mothers vintage wedding dress with an idea to shorten it to wear to my rehearsal dinner, I was so nervous to have anyone alter my mothers dress because my mom had passed away and it was something so special to me, Darya instantly made me feel comfortable and I knew I could trust her with my vision! I felt so at ease by her knowledge that I took my wedding dress to her as well. The bustle on my dress was beautiful and so easy for my friends to bustle for me because Darya took a video showing them how to do it! Darya is an amazing artist and the most lovely and professional person to work with! My dress fit like a glove on my wedding day. I looked forward to each of my appointments with Darya, she was so kind and always hyped me up at every appointment read more

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I love Darya! She is the fairy godmother of alterations and more! Darya, is amazing in what she does and I can see the passion through her work. I am truly impressed with the whole process of getting my wedding dress altered, bustled, and fixed. She made it so smooth, not stressful, and easy throughout all of my 3 fittings with her. The first fitting is complimentary and she gave me an idea of how the process will go. It takes about one hour for the consultation. Darya and I vibed from the start and I wanted to work with her right away. I also brought my wedding heels, petticoat, and Boomba to make sure we got closely to the right fit for my wedding dress. Darya is so friendly and kind and I've really loved chatting with her. The 2nd fitting was so perfect! I fit my dress like a glove and she only had to fix minor things with the dress. I brought my veil this round and we started to put everything together. We both got so excited and everything felt so right! I seriously adore Darya for her love and support! The final fitting was a dream come true! I felt like a complete princess. Darya and I even played with a 2nd petticoat to make my dress poof out more and it worked. I love that she is so open minded and curious to make things work with me. We also recorded bustling up my dress which is very helpful for the bridal party/wedding coordinators to help me with. She also steams your dress, veil, and anything that goes with the dress. So great!! I wanted to be a fairytale princess and the magic of my fairy godmother helped me become one on my wedding day. I also got a chance to meet Lance (her husband) who helps with her business. He is also such a delight, extremely loving and supportive. I want to say he is my fairy god father. I feel so blessed to have both Darya and Lance by my side. Thank you, my fairy godmother, Darya for such an amazing experience! She is your go to gal!! P.S. After the wedding, she saved me with a garment bag and hanger for my wedding dress. My original garment bag and hanger went missing. read more

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I came to Darya with quite a special case. I was about 3 months pregnant at the time and would be six months pregnant by the time I would be getting married. Darya is first of all the sweetest person ever. She made me feel so comfortable and was so receptive to anything I asked for. I had a short time frame and my body was growing and she was completely understanding. She was able to alter the sleeves on my dress, add a corset back instead of a zipper, add a bustle, and add buttons to attach the sleeves on my dress. She is great at communicating as well. I left my dress with her knowing that it was in good hands. She is extremely professional and I recommend her to anyone I know who's looking for a seamstress! read more

Darya was amazing! Incredible service and she was so committed to making sure that everything would be perfect for my big day! She is also clearly a master of her craft! A huge thank you to her! My big day was amazing! read more

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