I had my wedding dress alterations done here and I am so impressed with how my dress turned out, it was absolutely perfect! They were able to bring in the chest of my dress in (I'm smaller chested) and helped with my bustle. My dress had many layers and they were able to construct a beautiful bustle for me that withstood a lot of dancing and moving around. The service was also so fast! I came in for two rounds of alterations (had to length off before the bustle) and both appointments were on time and very efficient. I cannot recommend this place enough, I'll definitely be back in the future! read more

I learned about how to alter clothes from shopping at Armani in NY & SF. Thuy works the same way the seamstresses do at Armani. She has been altering all my clothes for many years now. Even though I moved out of the area I still drive back to Oakland to see Thuy. She is very skilled, knowledgeable and a lovely person. If you have hesitation trying her, don't! She is the best and I still bring all my clothes to her. I can't say enough nice things about her! OK here's one- she is very reasonably priced! As they say where I come from, what's not up like?!! read more

I found Eclipse on yelp along with a few other alteration locations. Eclipse was not only extremely friendly and responsive but she was also accommodating. I needed a dress altered for a wedding in about a weeks time she took me in the day I called. She was pleasant upon arrival and made me as well as my children feel welcome. It took her about 15 mins from start to finish to create a tailored and very elegant look for my dress! I love a creative person who can either create the vision or co create to help bring the fullest potential to the vision!!! She's that! Thanks again Eclipse read more

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After reading the reviews I decided to give them a try. So glad I did!!! We got there and were happily greeted by two of the sweetest ladies I've ever met. I explained the issue with my daughter's prom dress and asked if they could help. Long story short we entered around noon and picked up her dress at 5pm. Honestly I expected to pay a large amount considering prom is tomorrow but to my surprise they were very affordable. Love this place and will definitely be back. read more

I needed my restoration hardware couch cushions reupholstered. After visiting many other businesses, I came upon Eclipse and was greeted by Thuy. She was kind and they were the only business I had been to that was giving a reasonable price. We provided the fabric from a set of restoration hardware drapes we never used. The cushions were done days before the time promised which was great! And Thuy did a really good job. My cushions look brand new. I would definitely recommend Eclipse. read more

After having a horrible experience with the shop I bought my actual wedding dress from, I was super hesitant about other bridal businesses/alteration shops. However, Thuy really did a perfect job on my dress! My dress was a-line with at least 5 layers, and she spent so much time altering it to make sure all of the lacing/embroidery was preserved. Her attention to detail was amazing; I had 4 fittings with her over the course of 2 months to ensure that the dress fit perfectly! Even on the day that I was picking it up, Thuy made sure to do a few final small adjustments so it was the best fit. Highly recommend for all your alterations needs! Looks like she does all types of alterations (not just bridal) as the shop was always filled with a variety of customers. read more

Thuy is the truth! Every great post on here says it all. She is absolutely delightful, extremely talented, and very fair in pricing. Her work is stunning. She did alterations on my lace wedding gown, four bridesmaids dresses, my husband's suit, and my reception dress! We are so happy! Thank you Thuy for being so gracious to our family. You are phenomenal. Highly recommended! Best seamstress in the Bay! read more

Went in for my wedding dress alterations and Thuy was awesome all the way through. She met with me three times to get the fit right: first for the bust, second for the hem length and then third for the train/bustle. The pictures I have uploaded are from the last fitting where I decided I wanted a ballroom bustle (which turned out great). I think she wanted to make sure that I got the clean lines on my dress that I would want. I loved how the dress fit me on the day of the wedding and she was great in helping me make decisions. I felt she was reasonably priced compared to a lot of other wedding alteration locations so I will definitely come back and see if she'll do other tailoring work for me in the future! read more

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Thuy was incredible to work with! When my wedding dress arrived from the manufacturer, it was in shambles -- so many problems! Thuy patiently and perfectly fixed it. She listened to me (across multiple appointments) and stuck with it until it was exactly as I wanted it. And she was incredibly fast. I couldn't recommend her more. She did a fantastic job and her price was completely reasonable. Thank you, Thuy! read more

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I needed the sleeves shortened on a jacket and the work was quick and beautifully done. I'm thrilled to have a reliable alteration shop in my neighborhood! They had all kinds of projects in the shop, from jeans to varsity jackets to incredible wedding gowns. Altering clothes saves money and keeps fibers out of landfill. Highly recommended! read more

I took my wedding dress here for alterations and so happy with the job done. She was so nice and very precise in the job done. My wedding was in April and I had my first fitting in Feb. She took up the straps, the hem, and added lace to the waist line. She even made a matching mask, COVID bride problems lol. I had two long pieces of lace that she actually was able to sew together to make my vail and it turned out gorgeous! read more

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I love this place. Super fast, super friendly, high quality. Definitely my new go-to!

Thuy altered and bustled my wedding dress and did an amazing job! I ordered a dress from Ukraine that was supposed to be made to measure but it came back humungous. Thuy took it in flawlessly and made it fit perfectly. She also advised on what type of bustle would work best for my dress. The bustle we went with was both easy to do and really clean / not fussy, which is just what I wanted. Her pricing seems in line with other places and at least in my case (we had an off season wedding) she was able to work on a pretty quick timeline. I highly recommend Thuy! read more

Had my wedding dress altered here. They are so kind, expert work and really fair pricing for the service . Strongly recommend this great shop. read more

Thuy altered both my wedding dress and rehearsal dress and did an amazing job and for a great price. I'm short (5'1") so knew I would have a good amount of alterations especially with the illusions/beaded appliqués of my dress. Thuy made it fit like a glove! My dress arrived a bit later than we were planning April, and I was nervous getting it done before my July wedding. I had 3 total fittings and Thuy had my dress done with plenty of time in a little over 3 weeks! On my wedding dress I had the shoulders shortened/taken up, the length shortened, taken in a bit around the waist and rear, and added a bustle (that stayed put during lots of dancing!) all for about $700 which was way less than my bridal shop quoted ($1200+!). She also helped me change my rehearsal dress from a maxi to a cocktail length, plus shortening the beaded straps. It has lots of chiffon layers and came out to $200. I loved it! Thank you Thuy! read more

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From my wife: Thuy did a great job cutting the bottom of my wedding dress - bottom layer and top lace layer. Professional, timely, and fair priced. read more

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After reading other reviews, I had high expectations, so I brought in a dress whose straps needed to be shortened--relatively simple compared to the wedding dress alterations other customers have described. Went to pick up the dress and the straps weren't the same length! One of the straps was also badly attached to the bust, to the point where it was fraying and loose. I don't know if the Eclipse Alterations folks had a trainee work on my dress--given the other rave reviews, it seems like a possibility. But I could probably have achieved a better result myself by doing a couple of shots and then getting out my sewing kit. read more

Thuy, which I think is the owner, helped me alter my bridesmaids dress and a summer dress. Call ahead so she can schedule you in her calendar so that she can social distance and keep herself and everyone else safe! My bridesmaid dress had multiple layers and had a chiffon outer layer which is very slippery and Thuy did a wonderful job! She altered the straps and torso area first and then I went back a week later for her to alter the length of the dress. My summer dress also was a thin delicate material as well. She also did a wonderful job for it to fit me. So this dress she also altered the top part of the dress first and then the length after I tried it on. Thuy was very friendly and professional and got the job done! Both my dresses look amazing and fit my petite body now. She is also selling masks for $7 and then the ones with the accordion and filter slot is $12 read more

$170 to hem two dresses (not bridal) and when I come home with them, I discover one of them wasn't hemmed (needles still in it). I had to rush to run it back and wait for them to finish it. It was incredibly stressful leading up to an event I needed the dress for. For the price and experience I won't be going back. read more

I took three items to get altered. A hat, leather jacket and canvas umbrella cover that needed reinforcement. I came back well after the pick up day only to find that the hat hadn't been worked on. Leather jacket had the sleeves shortened but buttons were not attached to create a cuff like previous - I had to ask for the buttons back and paid $50!!! for shortening of sleeves. Very disappointing - I think she took on too much work and unable to deliver. I won't be going back read more

Tailoring/alteration is expensive in the US and finding someone who understands your body is essential. Thuy is that person! I had given up wearing many pieces in my wardrobe because they did not fit well. I have altered 7 pieces at Eclipse, including traditional Indian dresses with complicated stitching and cuts and also regular dresses (most with pockets). Each time she has delivered. The dresses fit so well and look better than when I bought them. I must add that for dresses with pockets, she makes it a point to conserve the pockets which is so great. She is expensive but her work is flawless. Now I am not too worried when I buy things that are ill-fitting. I know who I can go to fix them :) PS: getting to Eclipse by bike or car is very easy. There are many bike racks around the shop and the car parking behind Blue bottle coffee is also very convenient. read more

Highly recommend!!! She is so amazing! I have gone here for many alterations (pant/dress hems, taking in sleeves, etc.), but this review is specifically for my wedding dress. I bought the dress off the rack & it was about 5 sizes too big. She was so pleasant and nice throughout my (4) fittings. And to top it all off, she is very affordable. I can't thank or recommend Eclipse Alterations enough! read more

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I love this place so much! My friend got her wedding dress altered here and referred me here and I was so happy with their work. I brought in a bridesmaid dress and two sundresses for alterations and they had a quick turnaround. They had great communication and were really flexible with me. Their work was great, prices were very reasonable and are all so kind. I have referred other friends and will use them again. A good alteration spot is hard to come by and so glad that I have found this one! read more

Auntie Thuy does it again. Heard through the internet grapevine that she was selling handmade face masks for $5 each. A steal compared to what you'd find on Etsy, no need to wait for shipping, and all while supporting a local business/neighbor. As always, cash is best. Stopped by Sunday afternoon to a small line leading to the street. The shop is open via the secondary door away from the street so people can safely line up. Thuy popped her head out to "take orders" for sizes (adult man or adult woman) and if she had the bandwidth, even asking for a preferred color. She was slammed with sales that morning and was practically making the masks to order by the time I arrived. For large or custom size orders, call ahead! I overheard the customer in front of me ask for masks for small children and Thuy offered the smallest women's size she had on hand. When it was my turn I asked her for ten masks and she kindly asked if I could buy a smaller set today and come back tomorrow for the rest. Yes yes yes. Of course I can. Now that I have a small sample, I can have everyone in my household try out their masks so I can specify ear loop lengths or sizes (thankfully I have a tape measure) for the next time I pick up masks. Auntie Thuy, you are a saint. Thank you for everything you're doing. read more

Eclipse Alterations - Face masks for sale! Call ahead with a large order, but you'll definitely be able to buy a few to help you get by until then. - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Oakland, California

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I had my wedding dress altered at Eclipse Alterations and they did a beautiful job. They sewed thumb loops on my cape veil, added buttons down the back of my dress, added a bustle, and made my dress fit like a glove. Would recommend! read more

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This is my go to place for alterations and where I refer all of my friends. Thuy is not only incredibly skilled and knowledgeable, she is also so kind and patient. I loved doing my wedding dress fittings with her, where with each appointment the dress became more and more perfect. But she would always smile and tell you that you look "perfect" or "beautiful!" I had two dresses altered with her for my wedding. For the first dress, she hemmed, added a bustle, and modified the straps. For the second dress, for some reason when it was made they added sequins to the inside of the dress. She worked her magic and removed the sequins in a way - that you cannot even tell the dress was modified. Thuy is magic and lovely! And I will go no place else for any alterations. read more

Thuy did an amazing job with my wedding dress and my husband's suit for the wedding. It is a difficult process to find someone and trust them to modify your wedding day outfit. I'm so glad I took that leap of faith with Thuy and she did an amazing job! For my wedding dress, Thuy had to pull up the straps that had intricate beading, bustle 4 layers, and hem the dress moving around the embroidered laces. The lace still looked evenly spaced, the dress length it the floor exactly where it should and the shoulder straps felt so comfortable. The bustle also looked great and made my dress movable (especially for my first dance). She did a phenomenal job! She even helped me cut my veil. The best of all, Thuy listens and took any feedback I had. She also offered me advice (because who the heck knows what style bustle looks good?!). For my (now) husband's wedding suit and dress shirts - my husband is VERY skinny and anything he ever buys always needs to be taken in or slimmed down. She took in his blazer, his suit pant and the arm holes on his dress shirts. On the day he came in to pick up his items, he had some minor tweaks that she made on the spot! That goes to show how skilled Thuy really is and how she goes above and beyond to make sure she is timely in providing her services. Thuy is amazing and you can't go wrong (big or small alterations). I rarely write any reviews and I really think she deserves glowing reviews. read more

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I worked with Thuy to get my wedding dress altered and I'm so glad that I went with Eclipse Alterations! When I called for a price quote for getting my dress hemmed, Thuy kindly offered for me to text her pictures of my dress so she could give me an accurate quote based on the fabric. I brought my dress in without an appointment and Thuy was able to see me within 10 minutes. She was warm, professional, and knowledgeable about fabric and detail. I initially just wanted my dress hemmed but she suggested taking in the bodice and adding a simple bustle, pinning me up to give me a visual before making any decisions. She was honest about all of the costs of each type of alteration as well as open to explaining the reasoning behind it. I fell in love with my dress each time I put it on at my next appointment. At my final appointment, Thuy also advised me to take the dress out of the bag a week before the wedding day and hand-steam it 3 days before to let out any wrinkles. Thanks to her wonderful work and helpful advice, my dress was perfect on my wedding day. It seems that in addition to being able to work with complex garments like wedding dresses, Thuy also does alterations for simpler clothing (pants, shirts, curtains, etc.). I highly recommend Eclipse Alterations! read more

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I was recommended to come here by a few friends who also had their wedding dress alterations done here. I shortened my dress, cleaned up some seams and also added a bustle. Since my dress had a high slit, I was worried that I wouldn't be able to add a bustle but Thuy was able to accommodate. She was friendly and efficient - I highly recommend coming here! read more

Thuy came recommended by a friend for wedding dress alterations and although Eclipse is in Oakland while we live in San Francisco, it's well worth it to know you're in good hands. Thuy knows fabrics and garments well and has a sharp eye for detail. She's also the sweetest. We were embarrassed about being 30 minutes late for our agreed upon time for our visit, but she was so gracious when we finally arrived (you don't need to have an appointment, but for something as important as a wedding dress, I highly recommend you call ahead, especially during wedding season). She's great at altering complex garments such as wedding dresses, but I also see people dropping off pants and coats, so she does everything. Coincidentally, my friend's niece had her prom dress altered here last year and was also very happy with the results. I highly recommend Thuy if you're looking for alterations, whether big or small. read more

This is my first time getting a wedding dress altered so I don't have anything to compare it to, but I had a great experience with Eclipse alterations. Thuy is warm and I felt like she really knew what was doing and I trusted her opinion. My dress had 4 layers of lace and the way she added the bustle points to integrate with the pattern came out really well. Thanks Thuy! read more

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I use Eclipse for every alteration I need and they do a fabulous job. Most importantly, they tailored my wedding dress to fit perfectly! I had a complicated dress with lots of intricate, delicate lace, and it was way too large in the bodice and skirt. Eclipse brought it all down to the right size, protected the lace, and added a well-made bustle for me to use after the ceremony. Highly recommend to anyone in need of alterations of any kind! read more

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I first found Eclipse Alterations looking for a local place to alter my wedding dress. I had my first fitting in March of 2020 and then... you know what happened. Luckily, the team at Eclipse was so sweet and was able to keep my dress safe for the year plus while I waited for a "safer" time to reschedule our wedding. During a stressful time, I never once had to worry about my dress, knowing it was being taken care of. For my wedding dress alteration, I needed cups sewn in, the bodice and bust taken in, and an intricate hem and 7-point bustle that worked seamlessly while keeping the shape of the dress. Each visit was pleasant and professional, and her location is in a great part of town. On my wedding day I felt beautiful and my dress fit perfectly. I also was able to get a difficult bridesmaids dress fixed here as well, she understands perfectly how you want clothes to fit in ways that flatter your shape. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a tailor, especially for special events! read more

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I've had several dresses altered by Thuy before, so when it came time to alter my wedding dress, I knew exactly where to go. Thuy worked her magic, and the results were simply stunning. The dress looks beautiful and I can't wait for my wedding day to wear it. Highly recommend her! read more

such a friendly and lovely place to get my wedding dress fitted. My dress had tons of intricate beading in the bodice and train, and they were so careful with it. the dress was perfect, thank you!!! read more

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I had a very positive experience getting alterations for my wedding dress at Eclipse. Thuy was very kind when scheduling an appointment and knew just what to do with my massive wedding dress. She did some alterations on the straps and added a five-point bustle that worked like a charm. The whole process was so easy and the pricing was very reasonable and straightforward. I have recommended Thuy and Eclipse to all the many brides in the Bay Area that I know. read more

Eclipse Alterations - The straps were very delicate, but she was able to do the alterations well. - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Oakland, California

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What a gem! Thuy altered my daughter's wedding dress and a vintage velvet coat that was my mother's. She did it beautifully! We had several appointments, during which every step was carefully fitted. She even made a last minute change the day before the wedding, so that the dress was perfect. Her fee for the work on both garments was easily comparable to what was quoted by others for just a wedding dress alteration. I highly recommend Eclipse Alterations. read more

They're my go to place for my alteration needs from now on. First time I went to this place was for a hem on a pair of jeans. Second time was for a dress alteration. They were able to take in the dress and hem the bottom. The end result was a perfect fitting dress, which is just what I need for an upcoming event. And the ladies working here are very friendly, attentive, and detailed oriented. read more

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I got my wedding suit in the mail from Indochino, and while most of the measurements were spot-on. the pants were too baggy around the thighs, and more importantly, the sleeves were WAY too short. With my wedding in just 6 days, I was freaking out! Eclipse had done a great job altering my bride-to-be's wedding dress, so they were obviously the first ones I went to, and they did not disappoint. They altered the suit perfectly in just 3 days, and the price was very reasonable. I got a ton of compliments on it on our special day. Thank you! read more

THUY IS MY GIRL!!! Finding a skilled tailor is a gamble and involves some trial and error, but trust, cha boi did his research so you don't have to. I read through lots of reviews of different tailors and created a shortlist, and I regret not going with Eclipse Alterations first. I brought Thuy a pair of pants that I had the waist taken in at another tailor, and despite fitting as measured, the stitch work was really sloppy. I'm talking loose threads, uneven seams, and crooked/missing stitching along the waistband. It was very clear that my pants were altered, despite promises that the original seams would be retained as much as possible. Back to the drawing board I go, and enter Eclipse Alterations. I was much more thorough this time around with my research, so trust when I tell you that a lot of thought went into choosing Thuy. Most reviews here will lead you to think she only alters wedding dresses, but she also does typical alterations. I figured if she could handle intricate pieces like wedding dresses, then taking in the waist of pants should be pre-school for her. She's also Vietnamese, and cha boi gotta support his people wherever possible. I dropped off my pants on Saturday and told her about my situation, and she happily took on the job to redo the seams. I wasn't in a rush, so she told me to come back on Wednesday. Y'all. My pants came back FLAWLESS. The stitching was impeccable. I couldn't tell that the pants were altered. Thuy worked her fairy godmother bibbidi-bobbidi-boo magic and made them look just like they did before they were altered. I brought her my other pairs of pants to get taken in at the waist and some joggers to hem and taper while retaining the cuff, and they all came back altered to perfection. They fit like a dream and really highlight my ASSets, if y'all know what I mean. Also, the back pockets on one of the pairs of pants I brought in were off-center, but she offered to fix them at no additional charge! I'm so glad my search for a reputable and skilled tailor is over. I'll be giving my business to Thuy for any and all alterations. Bless her heart, she's incredibly skilled and talented at what she does. You'll be in good hands with her! read more