I grew up in San Francisco and later relocated to Sacramento. In need of a cheongsam for my bonus…read moredaughter's upcoming wedding, my husband and I traveled to San Francisco to visit Dragon Seed. Being half Chinese, I learned Cantonese before English and chose to converse with the owner in Cantonese to refresh my vocabulary. I tried on a purple cheongsam from the rack, which I believed fit well. Mrs. Tam noted it required slight adjustment at the waist, so we returned a week later to try it on and collect it. During our visit, I met another family whose mother had driven from San Jose, and whose daughter, the bride-to-be, had flown from Los Angeles to have a custom gown made at Dragon Seed. Upon trying my dress again, it fit even better than before. Observing the bride-to-be's dress, Mrs. Tam suggested a minor alteration to the shoulders. Her meticulous attention to detail and exquisite selection of gowns were truly impressive. My gown cost under $350, a price comparable to those found online. Having read other reviews, I can only speak to my own excellent experience. I was able to converse with Mrs. Tam in Cantonese for nearly half an hour, during which she shared insights about her business and its challenges. I would wholeheartedly recommend this shop.

I had a dress custom made here ... The process was quite…read moretedious .. had to go back several times for fitting . The dress was very tight .. had to be adjusted . So I had to do another trip to SF Chinatown . The measurements should have been done correctly but wasn't . Very expensive dress ! Not worth the time and money I spent on the dress !

I made an online shoe order October 10, 2024. I have not heard if the shoes have been mailed or…read morewhen to expect them. I tried calling two different phone numbers given and neither one is functionin. is this business legitimate? At this point, with no way to contact them I'm tempted to cancel the credit card charge.

THEE store to go for Mexican treasures, plus the owners are phenomenal folks. If you're in the…read moremarket for high-quality, authentic, and beautiful Mexican embroidered apparel. This is where you need to shop!

I've been here several times to purchase gifts for loved ones but I won't be back again. I was the…read moreonly person of color in the store and the staff were notably less welcoming toward me. After perusing in an area, a staff member walked up to the area and loudly said, "didn't something used to be here?" while looking back at me. After looking through the other reviews, I highly recommend unconscious bias training for the staff!

told me to stop taking a video, I just stepped in the store. no sign btw…read more dialogue: Worker: please no photos Me: ok! sorry... *stops filming* sidenote: btw totally valid up to this point! Worker: "it would be polite to ask next time" they lost me and I left lmao

Ahead of my wedding, I knew I needed my beautiful garments from India to be modified to my…read moremeasurements but I was nervous about finding a tailor I trusted to help with this. Neha ended up being such a great fit and really understood what I needed to feel comfortable and confident in my lehengas. It was an extremely collaborative process, and with Neha's highly detail-oriented approach, the final outfits were exactly what I wanted. In all, she helped with two lehengas cholis and a suit. Another great bonus is Neha has an extensive collection of boutique clothes, and one of my bridesmaids was able to find her perfect outfit for the Sangeet that was on theme and comfortable. She has many other options that range from the more traditional side to the more modern or Indowestern side. Highly recommend giving her boutique a look if you're attending an Indian wedding and want to find a beautiful piece to wear!

Neha was incredible to work with and I'm so glad I found her for my lehenga alterations. From the…read morestart, she took the time to really understand what I wanted and gave thoughtful, honest advice on how to elevate the overall look. She has a great eye for detail and was very intentional throughout the process. Every fitting felt thorough and collaborative she would make adjustments, explain her thinking, and ensure everything was fitting perfectly. It never felt rushed, which I really appreciated. What stood out most was how passionate she is about her work. She genuinely cares about the final result, and it shows. My lehenga went from something I liked to something I felt amazing in the fit, structure, and overall look were completely transformed.

Anchal is great! She is very efficient and have pre-pleated so many of my sarees, I have started to…read moreenjoy wearing sarees again.

From the owner: I am a professional saree draper, specializing in elegant and flawless drapes for weddings and…read morespecial occasions. Every drape is personally styled by me to ensure perfection and bring out the grace every woman deserves. I offer a variety of draping styles, including: • 9-yard Maharashtrian saree (Nauvari) , 6-yard saree (Sahavari) • Lehenga, • Bengali style • Gujarati, • Cancan, and Retro styles Exclusive Service: • Customized pre-pleating based on your body shape and height. • Wear your saree in under 2 minutes with a flawless, professional look every time. With expertise across all fabrics like Paithani Silk, Banarasi, Maheshwari, Kanjivaram, Chanderi, Cotton, Chiffon, and Georgette. I ensure each drape is tailored to highlight the beauty of both the fabric and the wearer. My half-day and full-day packages offer brides, their families, bridesmaids, and friends a flawless, indulgent experience that enhances every moment of their wedding celebrations.

Harajuku Hearts is better than ever. Now in addition to Putumayo, Atellier Pierrot, and Enchantlic…read moreEnchantilly, they carry Q-Pot, Listen Flavor, Aqua Doll, and Tyuake Tyoke. Q-Pot is a really awesome jewelry and accessories line. It mostly has a food theme so think chocolates, lolipops, and sweets with a cutesy twist. Their rings are adjustable, so good for those with chubbier fingers. Tyuake Tyoke is a shoe line. They have shoes with mirrors on the heel. They run small, I don't think they go beyond a size L. Aqua Doll is a wig line. Listen Flavor has a more casual feel to their clothes. Most of their shirts, jackets, and hoodies are oversized so if you are plus size, you will probably appreciate the sizing. Listen Flavor has a lot of pastel colored pieces so if you like the Fairy Kei Look, this would be a good line. They also have gothic themed items too like cute demon bunnies. The store is also having more events which is a plus if you want to meet others in the Lolita community. You are able to buy tickets after purchasing a certain amount of merchandise. The week before Valentine's Day, they had a novelty fair (gift with purchase). I ended up with a cute pass case, perfect to put my clipper card in. I didn't think it was possible to love this store even more than I did but Harajuku Hearts has really outdone itself. I recommend checking out their Facebook page for news and coordination ideas.

Kawaii!! Cute little store that provides lolita, cutesy, and Harajuku fashion!…read more As I was walking on the street, I couldn't help but be pulled in by the cute pink storefront! The staff here are friendly and attentive. As soon as I got in, the employees made sure I was served. I couldn't help but be mesmerized by all the alternative Japanese fashion and cute pink clothing. However, I was put off by how expensive everything was. That's too be expensive with this kind of imported clothing, but I wish I could afford it! In a sense, this place makes you feel like you're in a pink adult dollhouse. It's a good find!

Genneth has tailored about 6 suits for me already. I've been very happy everytime. She's very…read morefriendly and she does great work. She really knows her craft. Wouldn't hesistate to come back again

Brought in my brand new dress to be hemmed and taken in, and it came back in awful condition. There…read morewere multiple obvious snags in every area that was altered, the stitching didn't align, and the work was extremely sloppy. The dress was taken in way too much, so tight that I could barely move and it barely fit at all. The shop owner even struggled to help me put the dress on. I didn't gain nor lose weight because it was a two-week turnaround. If you care about your clothes, do not bring them here for alterations. To make things worse, the fitting room has no privacy whatsoever, people outside can clearly see you while you're changing. Overall, this was a completely unprofessional experience, and I would never bring anything here again.

Noticed another reviewer had asked Dragon Gem about alterations. To clarify, I did not have my…read moredress altered here. I bought the dress from Dragon Gem but had it altered by Si Arima Alterations. (http://www.yelp.com/biz/si-arima-santa-clara). I would agree that service here is somewhat lacking. Go here for the bargain price, not the service or lack of dressing room facilities.

Went here to look for qi pao after reading the yelp, the sales lady's attitude is bad. Since the…read moreprevious reviewed mentioned alteration, so I asked. She's liked oh we dont do that....no body will do that unless you custom made and pay hundreds. we though her price is higher because she will....so we left. we found a store which is cheaper, more designs and willing to work with us to make small changes on the dress the same day for free.

Whenever I'm walking through Chinatown, I always enjoy walking into Old Shanghai. They sell…read moreeverything you can imagine and more. When you first walk into the store, you may be taken aback at how much inventory and merchandise one store can hold. Gorgeous statues is what is most noticeable. Such an extensive variety of white Buddhas alone. But they also sell everything from bowls, hair pieces, shoes, paper lanterns to stuffed animals and umbrellas. Great selection of gift items all in one place, and not astronomically priced either. Affordable prices. The staff are usually standing behind the counter, ready to ring you up at the register when you're ready to make a purchase. As well as, ask the price of a statue behind the counter. Parking: I usually walk from my hotel, but they have street parking if you venture to drive through the crowded streets of Chinatown traffic to get to this shop.

This is another store that I like going to as a Kid Teenager & As A Adult!!!!! This Old Shanghai…read moreStore Has Alot Of Traditional Chinese Silk Dresses for Girls & Women's Like Qi Pao & Wedding Dresses And For The Boys & Men Would Be Traditional Chinese Jackets!!!!! Not Only Does Old Shanghai Sell These Items They also sell Chinese Figurines, Plush Dolls Chinese Women Picture Cards, Chinese Porceline

Cute store great selection if you're looking for gifts or something fun for…read more Yourself Cute plushes, books, silly trinket trays, bags, all kinds of stuff

Cute shop. Bought 2 scarves for my sister-in-law. Painted tiles, 2nd hand clothes, chachkas, F…read moreTrump keychains (very poor taste).