Maryam is the best of the best. She's altered and fitted both my husband and my clothing since we moved to north Vancouver. Highly recommend! read more

I have been going to Maryam for many years. She is so friendly and does an excellent job for a fair price. I'd never go anywhere else! read more

Maryam and her team at Express Alterations is fantastic! She is friendly, helpful and realistic when quoting the work. From easy stitching, that I could do myself but don't have the time, to complicated work, she does it all! Bring cash or e-transfer. She's at 705 Queensbury Ave, Tues-Sat! read more

she did a great job. Was very fast at figuring out what was needed and knew her trade. She is very skilled.

I had jeans shortened with the original hemline. The seamstress did a great job. I'll be back when I need another alteration done. She was also very friendly. read more

I agree with all of the reviews regarding the Owner. She is lovely and incredibly service oriented. She was able to alter my jacket overnight. Aside from being a very pleasant person to deal with she does an excellent job. I doubt I will take my clothes anywhere else now. read more

This quaint shop showed promise when the couple already inside said farewell to the owner with a hug. A friendly attitude greeted me with attentive service. Decent rates coupled with a fast turnaround. read more

Express Alterations - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Maryam is so kind and hardworking. She always does a wonderful job, I've taken in jeans, coats, bridesmaids dresses, and her work always come out looking perfect. She always makes sure I am happy before I leave...and I appreciate her being so accommodating even when she is busy. I highly recommend her for any alterations! read more

The owner is the absolute sweetest!! I needed a dress hemmed in a rush for a birthday dinner and when I dropped it off she was able to do it within two hours. It was in extremely rough shape and she made it look like a brand new party dress, went above and beyond. Best service and very enjoyable interaction :) definitely support this small business, cash only which is smart!! Will definitely return with any alterations I ever need! read more

DO NOT GO HERE!! I brought my dress to Miriam the day I finally got my dress from the shipping company for my wedding. It took three months to get, and before I brought my dress in I asked her if she has experience with wedding dresses. She said yes. Well, after a week of her having my dress she finally called me, for what I thought would be to pick up my dress. I was at work and could only call her back during my break which was 3 hours later. By that time she made the decision to shorten the second layer of my dress. Without my permission. I went in only once to drop my wedding dress off asking for the tule length of my outter layer of my dress to be shortened. This is the only thing I had asked her to do. As I do know cutting tule isn't rocket science but apparently for her it was. It was jagged and in the back the second layer was now longer on one side than the other after I had went in. She didn't measure anything she only pinned the tule layer. And she "measured" only one side of my dress to do the alteration for cutting it the same length all the way around. THIS SHOULD HAVE BEEN MY FIRST RED FLAG. When I phoned her back when I had a moment at work she told me she took off length from the second layer of my dress which I did not ask for, ever once since meeting her. But instead of waiting to speak with me did it anyway. She also shortened my straps on my dress which I also did not ask for as it cut into my shoulders too much as they are spaghetti straps and very delicate. If anything they should have been lengthened. I go in today to see what she had done and the second layer in the back was longer then the tule layers. In the front the second layer it was longer on the left side and the tule was jagged not straight cut or even measured to make sure it was same length as all the layers around. The tule layer on the front left side ways 3 inches longer still. If she actually measured nothing would have happened. My dress was destroyed three days before I leave the country for my wedding. I have been in customer service for many years and don't believe my communication has been an issue. For whatever reason she is not a professional alteration company. She eye balls her work and ruined my dress. She couldn't fix what she ruined. Do not go here. Miriam will argue and make up lies and excuses for what she has done and clearly took the liberty to do things that weren't even asked for. My dress was expensive, it took 3 months to arrive and honestly she didn't even offer a solution other then trying to cut the dress while I was in it! Nope. You have to measure, you have to be precise. She never measured and she ruined the straps and ruined my whole experience with my dress. Do not go here!!! I have to pick one star to do this rating but I would give none! I would give a negative star! On top of it all I brought a friend for my witness to also take photos of my dress. Also to note how calm I was because she was crying so hard because she ruined my expensive dress she refused to pay for! As she clearly thought she was doing ME A FAVOR! Which she said to me. I don't know this woman from a hole in the wall! I walked in after I had phoned her to confirm she could do this work as an expert. She is not an expert! When I did not ask her to do anything else but to only evenly cut the outter tule length the same as the second layer as my dress. Do not go here!! read more

If you're looking for a great tailor/dressmaker to do alterations or any sewing, this is the place to go. It's owned and operated by a lovely Persian woman, Maryam Modares, who does impeccable work. I found her pricing to be very fair and the work completed promptly and on time. Her business, in operation for eight years, is located in a small pocket of interesting little neighbourhood shops and bistros also worth checking out in a residential area on Queensbury just off Grand Blvd. BTW, bring cash, it helps keep her costs down. P.S. I originally found the place based on other favourable and well deserved reviews on Yelp. Bravo Yelpers! read more

Thank you for the beautiful work you did remaking my Thai trousers into a skirt! I highly recommend Maryam. S.

Saw Yelp reviews and desperately needed a seamstress nearby to alter a bridesmaid dress that was one size too big. Only had 5 days before the wedding! She quickly pinned it in place and said she would make it fit perfectly. Very happy with her work and would go back for all of my alterations! read more

Fantastic! This place was referred to me by a friend when I put the word out that I needed a place that I could trust to get my wedding dress alterations done. They were done well before my tight deadline and flawless. The price was very reasonable. The owner was friendly and very knowledgeable. I'd definitely recommend this to others. read more

Found Maryam through Yelp and very happy with her work! Went in with a bridesmaids dress that just didn't fit right. She knew exactly what needed to be done to make it fit perfectly, which it now does. Definitely recommend! read more

She does great work and has totally reasonable pricing. We still bring our alterations here, even though we've now moved to the tri-cities. Cash only! read more

I had brought my dress in back in July to have alterations done. I had to call to check if they were done early September and they had not been started yet. The dress was not pinned to fit, and I was under the impression it would be altered to fit my body which it was not. The bag I brought my dress in was ripped when returned to me, and not on the hanger I had brought in. When I asked about it I was blamed that I brought it in like that. Disappointed with the experience and the care when handling. I now have to have my dress fitted on rush. The work that was done was uneven on each side and the liner was not matched to the lace so the side stitching is uneven and needs to be redone. The top part still needs to be altered as well as the bottom which is way too big. I was told the work was sloppy and it didn't look professionally done. Posting so other brides can hopefully avoid this stress. read more

Unprofessional. Lack of attention to detail. Offensive. These are words that come to mind after my experience at Express Alterations today. In short, a simple request to have sleeves on a blazer shortened turned into a ruined blazer. Advanced notice was given to the owner that the material was likely unforgiving and it would likely leave a mark from old seams and button locations. After being told 'I guarantee this is not a problem' it was in the end a problem. No effort was made to verify what she was told. So I am left with sleeves with the buttons not in the right place, gouges in the fabric, seam lines which are inappropriate and was told I was still required to pay for her services. She says it is a 'perfect job.' This it is not. Upon a second trip to the shop to resolve the matter with a copy of web site showing where the jacket was from, how it looked prior to her 'work' and the price, she refused to offer compensation for a ruined item and demanded payment for her services. After a lengthy and heated discussion she told me to keep my money and leave. I would strongly warn anyone using this shop to reconsider. read more

Maryam was an absolute joy to work with, she is very helpful & cheerful and it really makes for a great atmosphere. Her work was perfect & she was even willing to stay late to help finish my piece in time for when I needed it. Definitely will be bringing all my alterations to this place from now on! read more

I have been a customer for over 15 years. Maryam is a lovely woman, professional and very proud of the business she has built. She takes pride in her work, her pricing is good and work is completed on time. I also seek her advice on what the cost would be to alter something that I have bought. That helps me determine whether to keep the item or return it. Maryam only accepts cash which helps reduce her overhead costs. read more

Had 3 pair of pants that needed hemming for the same day. She was able to get it done for me 2 hours later.

I've taken two suits to Maryam and both times it turned out great. Friendly and easy service. This last time was a rush request of 3 hours to hem slacks and if she could, take in a jacket. Both alterations were done flawlessly and turned out great and within the 3 hours. Quality is great. Nice little shop at the base of Grand Boulevard. Highly recommended. read more

Great friendly service. Was prompt and professional. It's always nerve-racking to leave your clothes at an alterations shop but i felt very confident and safe leaving my items there, and i was proven correct apon pick up! They came out perfect just the way we had discussed in our initial fitting. would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Maryam to anyone! read more

I bought a suit for my son for grad. The blazer fit perfectly, but the pants were far too big. The store owner let me take the pants on approval, so I took them to Maryam at Express Alterations. I wasn't expecting her to be able to do anything much, but I was delighted with the result. I used to do a lot of sewing, so I know what to look for. She did an amazing job. It was the first time I have used her services, and I would continue to do so for sure. read more

$30.00 dollars to hem a pair of pants???? I don't think so....sorry nice lady buy no need to pay that price.....