Last visited Denim Doctors many years ago in their former location... was happy to learn they're still in action and haven't skipped a step! Accidentally tore one of the knees on jeans that only get this comfortable with years of wear. Left untouched, this would've been the beginning of the end... DD does not do traditional sewing- their work is impeccable. My jeans have been restored to near perfection. read more

Denim Doctors - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I got my jeans and they explained the problem. It was very reassuring that they took the effort to research my issue..

Just started getting into denim and was gifted a pair of slightly large Japanese selvedge. Didn't need hemming but I wanted the waist tapered so I gave this spot a shot since I saw great reviews. Parking here was easy but was kinda lost since there is no outdoor sign. Had to give them a call just to make sure but once I was inside, it was an amazing experience with tons of vintage denim to browse. Shoutout to the amazing employees who were warm and answered all the questions I had. Originally was told it was going to take 2 weeks but the turn around was 4 days which was a nice surprise. The denim now hugs my waist perfectly and I look forward to wearing it for a long time! read more

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Dropped my jeans off to get hemmed and I got em back in a day. Incredibly nice folks, I could hang around in there all day talking jeans and boots. Javi was super helpful! Please go here! Buy yourself something nice, get something altered, just do yourself a favor and go in, it's a blast read more

These guys are WIZARDS! I came in with 4 brand new Levi's, including 1 pair that I had gone and gotten altered at another place and they completely butchered them (pic attached, that place charged me $65 for this monstrosity). The denim guys immediately told me what I already thought and it was that my altered jeans were not supposed to look like that AT ALL. About 1.5 weeks later and they were completely transformed. All 4 pairs fit like they should and they look perfect! I won't be going elsewhere to get my denim jeans altered. read more

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Incredible work, this is a specialized team focused on denim. I appreciate their expertise and their craftsmanship. When denim jeans are costing hundreds of dollars and I would not trust anyone else with alterations. read more

Took my pair of selvedge denim to get hemmed and it came back with pant legs uneven by a whole inch. When paying $65 for an alteration on an expensive pair of jean, I didn't expect shoddy work, but maybe it was an off day for them, not sure. read more

Bought these Rock Revival jeans about 4-5 years ago, and the crotch area was beyond ruined. My parents said it's trash now and to buy new ones but I guess rock revival stopped selling this specific jean so i had to get it fixed. Looked everywhere and came across Denim Doctors. It took a week to fix, and honestly the results were worth the price!! They look brand new and I couldn't be happier. If you got ruined jeans, this is the place to fix em. read more

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Quoted $80 for 4 rivets, a button, and a buttonhole to be added to my denim. In all fairness, this was by the two employees at the front and not who I presume to be the owner, as he was unavailable. I left to the fashion district - which is only about 15 minutes away - and got the button hardware piece, the buttonhole made, and button installed for $16. In addition, I got another 10 buttons and rivet pack for my own use for only about $10. For any small or beginner designer, I would not recommend the price point that I was quoted for hardware installation ($10 per rivet installed and 40$ for a button and buttonhole to be installed). I am not speaking to the quality of their work as I do not know it or have any experience with it, simply sharing my opinion. Get a hammer and do it at home, or take it to the fashion district for the button and buttonhole. read more

They were super nice and thorough in their explanation of wha type of hem would be best. My jeans were ready sooner than expected which was great because I wanted to take them on a trip I was getting ready for. The suggestion that the gave me was perfect for these jeans and the look great. I will definitely be back! read more

Brought my brand new pants for a taper and supposed to be completed with in 2 weeks. 2 weeks past when i reached out I was told that they were behind to check back with in a week. 1month and week later when I checked back in I was told they could not find my pants. They offered to replace the pants but it was already sold out instead i asked for refund for the cost of the pants and taper! Granted they refund me the cost. They need to do better on keeping track of the pants that are being serviced and Be proactive on reaching out to customers instead of customer doing all the follow up! Find another spot if you want your pants to get serviced read more

These guys are the best- took great care of my jeans- helped walked through the best way to fix them and then did so quickly and beautifully (they're nicer now than they were before they ripped). Highly recommend for any denim repair/ augmentation. read more

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I used Denim Dr in the past and they did great work. This last time I used them to repair a denim jacket and a pair of RRL jeans. I needed holes in the jeans repaired and one button replaced for the fly. They replaced all the original buttons on the jeans and left the one I needed replaced empty. I was told they would track down the correct buttons and send them to me and that never happened AND there's still a hole in my jeans that they didn't fix. I sent them a text asking for half of my money back since they didn't fix what I paid them to fix and they've completely ghosted me. I paid $190 for a service that clearly wasn't done correctly and I've heard nothing back. I'm a small business owner myself and I know that sometimes I make mistakes, but the difference between a good business and a bad one is accountability with your customers. read more

Zip at Denim Doctors was amazing help. Everything was easy. I called in and he explained the process to me and it gave me 110% confidence to drive out to LA to get my Kapital pants altered/tailored. It took only 2 days for the work to be finished and I love the work he did! I love my pants now and can actually wear these with confidence. The work that was done: - Took the pants from a low-crotch to a mid-crotch. - Made the leg opening smaller (tapered the leg, making it less baggier) I'm coming back in the future for sure if I ever need adjustments made! read more

Blatantly specified that the care tag be reattached after alterations to my jeans, come back to pick them up and the care tag is no where to be found, and everyone working there is clueless and unaffected. Thanks a lot read more

Took my jeans in for an alteration, was scared at first cos I haven't gotten my jeans altered before, I had to do my research for the best place, drove all the way from Lomita and it's so worth it, I wanted the hips of the jeans to match the black pair that I brought in and it was mirrored well, a bit pricey but definitely worth it. Will definitely be coming back if I need anymore alterations! read more

My gosh! Talk about life savers . I took my designer BIRTHDAY jeans to a regular tailor to fix the back and they ruined my jeans so bad to the point I couldn't even fit them anymore. I came across denim doctor online and went inside the store desperate!!! First thing first the lady in the front made me feel so comfortable and informed me that they can add Jean to my pants to widen the waist. My birthday was in 3 days and I had no other choice but to believe in them. I had no other options and thank god I did!!! They were able to fix my jeans in literally 2 days. I literally can't thank them enough!!!!!! Best in townnnnnnn read more

Amazing work! sent my three pair of old jeans via mail from NYC and now they look brand new! Fast turnaround time and shipped back via FedEx as well. Will definitely use them again. read more

they helped find a repair that would fit my budget for a broken zipper in jeans I didn't pay much for, but do love. made sure they look great and the staff was really kind, updated me throughout the process as I decided to wait for them. also sweet to my dog who was with me. thanks again! read more

I've sent several pairs of jeans to Denim Doctors for both alteration (taking in waist) and repair/darning. They've done a fantastic job on all. read more

I bought a pair of iron hearts that were too small in the waist. I worked with Z and came up with a solution - basically putting small triangles on the sides and expanding the waistband all using the excess denim from the hemmed bottom. They came out perfectly, and it was seamless. Turnaround time was three days. Z is the man. This is his place. What more could you want? read more

I had a terrible experience at this denim tailor that ruined my favorite pair of vintage orange tab Levis, which hold a lot of sentimental value for me and cannot be replaced. When I approached them for a simple reinforcement, I expected professionalism. Instead, I was met with a smug attitude from the counter girl, Gillian who seemed completely unbothered by their mistake. After they messed up my jeans, I received a text message from her stating, "We see a lot of jeans so it's difficult for us to remember specifically your hole and the way you need it to be..." Are you kidding me? You charged me $100 for a service, and you can't even remember the specifics of what we discussed when I dropped them off? This is unacceptable, rude and unprofessional service, I def don't recommend this place to anyone. read more

Initially I had some hiccups with Denim Doctors but they came through and exceeded my expectations in terms of the quality of work they put into my leather pants. Zip was professional throughout the process and I was surprised how fast they were able to complete the tailoring jobs. Excellent work on my leather pants! read more

Denim Doctors are terrific. They are courteous, kind and professional (and really care). Shortening/hemming jeans is easier said than done. Denim Doctors nailed it two times in a row. The jeans came back neat and tidy, and with perfect length. The jeans also came back right on time. All in all, a great experience (twice). Thanks Denim Doctors! read more

Amazing service. The owner was very knowledgeable and worked quickly. The turnaround for a waist reduction was around a week. I will definitely come back for future repairs and alterations read more

Awesome Service, very friendly. If you're into vintage clothes, this is the place for you!! read more

Yes they do Chinos! I have a pair of chinos in a monochromatic khaki camo color, not made anymore and haven't seen anything else like them. Needless to say when they tore at the knee I knew I had to save them. Denim Doctors was easily reachable by text and turned around the repair in about a week and also mailed them back as well. While darning is never truly invisible, they did a good job matching the thread color and touched up a few other fraying ends. Looking forward to getting another couple years out of them. read more

For the longest time, I had been looking for a solution to all of my pants always being baggy around my ankle as a result of them being too long. My only solution was to customize my jeans, and that's how I came across Denim Doctors. I was drawn in by the myriad of great reviews the place had and I'm happy to say that they are totally deserved! For starters, Zip is extremely friendly and knows this area of expertise very well. When I was discussing the alterations I was looking for, he paid close attention and confirmed with me what changes I wanted. He even gave me some tips on how to increase the longevity of my jeans. When it comes to alterations and repairs though, Zip and his team are miracle workers. I came in with three pairs of pants that I wanted shortened and and hemmed. He was happy to help me out and also managed to spot that one pair needed some reinforcement of the fabric because it was close to ripping. After making the alterations, the hemming was so impressive that besides the shortening of the jeans (which I wanted), the pants looked completely unaltered. If you're looking to get some work done on any pants you own, Denim Doctors is the real deal. I am already planning on going back to see if I can get the fit of a lab coat I use for work adjusted. I will also be needing shortening on jeans I purchase in the future and when I do, I will look no further than Denim Doctors. read more

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This place is amazing! I needed a button moved on a pair of jeans and happened to be in the neighborhood before they were even open, they let me in, moved the button, and I was out in less than 5 minutes! Quality work, a fair price, and some dreamy pieces to shop next time. I'll definitely be returning with all of my future denim-related needs. read more

Backstory: I had to hurry up and find a tailor in time for my photoshoot. So I showed up to the Drs on a Monday asking if they could adjust the waist by Wednesday morning. *Of course I paid extra for a rush job since it was so last minute* but it was so worth it. They even had them ready the next day! Thanks docs for all your help. Would highly recommend! read more

Denim Doctors - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was looking to do extensive repairs on my father's vintage leather jacket, and after some hefty research via the web, found Denim Doctors. I spoke with Zip at length about the work I wanted done and he even offered great recommendations in the garment district downtown for the perfect jacket liner replacement. Denim Doctors is an experience and I would highly suggest taking a stroll around with Zip to fully take in all it's wonders. Along with an impressive repair shop, there's a well curated retail space stocked with beautiful custom pieces. They wasted no time and the repairs were done quickly. I'm beyond thrilled with the finished product and their attention to detail. It feels like a custom piece, while still holding all the integrity of my father's well worn jacket. I was nervous putting a precious possession in the hands of strangers, but Zip and his team clearly understood it's sentimental value. Denim Doctors is known for their expert work in denim, but should also be known for their masterful leather works. The quality and value is unmatched. Many thanks to the Denim Doctors team! I will be back :) read more

Denim Doctors - ***jacket after repairs*** - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Los Angeles, California

So pleased with the waist reduction + hem on my two pairs of jeans! Zip's craftsmanship is truly incredible - no wonder people entrust him with alterations on their $1000+ pairs of jeans. Zip also sells jeans at his store (boyfriend bought a pair and was very happy with the quality.) The man clearly knows denim. For those of you who care, I asked Zip to take in the waist on my Current/Elliot stiletto jeans and hem the ankle area of a pair of Rag & Bones. If you have some denim that needs a little TLC, bring em to the Denim Doctors! Very happy with the quality and value of service I received. Thank you, Zip! read more

Denim Doctors - Waist tailoring job on my jeans - can you even tell that it was taken in? Amazing work! - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Inflation is a bitch. Not the good kind of bitch. The kind of bitch who steals your man and moves into your house. Then she lives off the alimony that you get sued for. That Inflation needs to get curb stomped, but the way it's been going, the only one bitch getting her shit rocked is yours truly. The last time I had to have jeans hemmed, I went to an amazing tailor in Koreatown, but her ADHD is on FIRE, and one week became three weeks and several trips through traffic to Koreatown from WLA. Afterward, I vowed never to return because I just couldn't waste so much time. Fast forward a few years later, and I have purchased four new pairs of 7 For All Mankind jeans, and they need a special touch by a pro. I walked in on a Monday without an appointment (fyi, they're all by appointment now - call ahead), and luckily, there wasn't anyone inside. Here's what I learned - they no longer do original hems. They now treat it chemically and with other processes and they no longer make the chop job that original hem often requires. The problem is that, depending on your wash, it doesn't come cheap. Two pairs of jeans were $75 each, and two others were $45 each. I also needed to let out three pairs of 7 For All Mankind jeans as well, and those were $55 each. A whopping total of $390, and it all needed to be paid upfront. See why I prefaced this review talking about inflation? I wasn't exaggerating, was I? Hot damn. I got a text later being told that they needed another $150 to finish the job. $540 for seven pairs of jeans. Man. I received my hem jobs back and they were done very well I received my other three pairs that were let out and they were done well. Overall, I'm happy but fucking broke. I need to learn now to do this myself. I could have bought more than three pairs of brand new 7s for what I spent on alterations. Yikes. read more

I brought a pair of jeans to these guys that I thought were beyond repair. They fixed them in 20 minutes. They are true artists.

Best place to go for original hem denim alterations. No comparison to be honest as Ive tried quite a few. I got lucky and got my jeans back in 1 day, but I think that's pretty rare. I think its typically around 3 or 4 days for a hem. Still a lot faster than other places where Ive waited 1 to 2 weeks. read more

Ripped my favorite skirt and found Denim Doctors on Yelp. They offered me 2 options to fix. I chose the most cost effective option. They did a beautiful job. It's like it never happened. Hope not to rip anymore denim but if I do I'm going back to Denim Docs. Highly recommended! read more

Denim Doctors - Before/after of my skirt. - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've never been so disappointed in both in customer service and craftsmanship. My husband and I dropped off three pairs of jeans to be hemmed, two hems were supposed to be aged. No one was there to fit us, take any measurements or provide any advice on hemming. The two employees clearly knew nothing about denim. We were notified the jeans were ready and when I went to pick up the 3 pairs, 2 were not aged, despite the tags clearly saying "aged". They said I could come back at the end of the day and the jeans would be ready. I called back an hour later to ask them to text me when the jeans were in, never heard back. We went back the following week assuming they would be ready. They couldn't find them and said they must have been sent out to be aged. We left and 10 minutes later they found them. The aging was appalling. I used to own a denim brand and have never seen such poor work. It's clear they dipped the hems in bleach or another solution that yellowed the denim, and no roping was achieved. My black jeans looked like they were bleached and sharpied. They used optic white thread on off white jeans. Only one employee attempted to be remotely helpful, but then suggested we could fix the lack of roping with a grey sharpie. They only refunded us for 2 pairs despite ruining $600 worth of denim. If you care about jeans at all do not take your jeans here. read more

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I cannot recommend Denim Doctors enough! I took several pairs of pants in for different reasons and got them back in just a week. They were able to repair an old pair of Levi's with multiple unwanted tears, take in the waist from a size 33 to a 26 on a pair for a baggy dad jean look, and fix the hem on a pair of cargo pants. I never thought I'd be so pleased with how my pants fit!! They also have a huge selection of Levi's for you to find your perfect jeans. Thank you, Denim Doctors. I will absolutely be back! read more

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Denim Doctors is the best place in town to repair and alter jeans. They also rebuild fine footwear. Also, they work with leather goods (wallets, belts, etc.). Hands down one of the best companies I've ever had the pleasure of doing business with. Owner Zip Stevenson runs a very professional and reputable business. I took an old wallet in for Zip to look at with hopes of reproducing it, and to my surprise I was shocked at how beautiful the final product turned out. It was an exact match to the old wallet. The stitching and details were very precise and clean. I'm very pleased of the outstanding customer service that I was given. I will continue to do business with Zip and his Denim Doctors family in the future. Thanks again for everything Zip. I sincerely appreciate your warmth and generosity. You've earned my seal of approval. Sincerely, Antonio Hendricks read more

I bought boots from Zip that lasted about 9 years before they started falling apart and looked as if they survived a zombie apocalypse. I brought those boots back to him to see what kind of revival magic he could work to get another 9 years out of them. The finished work on my boots were remarkable and even a hole that was near the laces of the boot was now unnoticeable. He replaced the soles and gave them a great paint job. He kept me in the loop during the process and texted me photos of some of his handy work. Stand up dude all the way through. Completely satisfied with the work done. Theres also a lot of goodies in this shop and I encourage those rare-jem seekers to take a gander at the shop's goods. I continue to support his business since the prices are more than fair for honest attention-to-detail handcrafted work. He's got a great eye for vintage goods too. Thanks Zip read more

Denim Doctors - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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