A very reliable tailor near Berkeley, and the only one I'll be going to until I move!…read more I got my dresses hemmed and it was done perfectly. The stitching was on point! It looked as if that's exactly how the dress came in. At the appointment, the owner takes the time to understand how it's supposed look, and how you want it to fit. After the appointment, it was very easy to communicate with the owner. He responded promptly and was transparent. I had to schedule a last minute hemming request and it was done on time! If you're in a pickle, just call and see if he can do it. He will not schedule an appointment if he knows he cannot get it done on time, which I appreciate for being direct. I'll definitely come back but this time without any last minute requests!

Gabriel is truly the best there is. I've taken countless items to Gabriel from traditional vintage…read morePalestinian thobes, evening dresses, pants, etc and he always approaches each item with care & attention to detail. He's very kind, understanding, and is a master of the craft. Below is a recent before and after of a vintage thobe I thrifted that needed some love. It was originally way too large for me and I wanted to convert to short sleeves & lose the 70s shoulder poof without removing any of the handmade cross stitch embroidery. The after picture speaks for itself. The thobe fits perfect with all the right details I wanted Thank you as always for the excellent work!

I went to Mari to patch up 2 verrrry sentimental blankets for my boo after 2 other alterations…read moreplace told me they wouldn't be able to help. Super thankful for not only her willingness but her repair of the blankets! Very reasonable price, professionalism, quality, and service. Will be going to her for alteration needs going forward. Super thankful for you Mari!

I have had numerous alterations done by this business. Mari and her associates are very friendly,…read morecommunicative, and do a great job. They did a particularly good job on a furry bodysuit. Prices are more than reasonable.

Customer service was the standout here. I walked in and at first was a bit surprised by the cramped…read morespace - but don't let it discourage you, they absolutely know what they are doing and do great work. I needed pants and a suit jacket altered a couple weeks before a wedding and they had it done in less than a week. Sizing was perfect, couldn't be happier.

Very happy with the service. On the pricier side but they were super fast and all of my items look…read moregreat.

Wow! Thoroughly impressed by Jila's services. She altered 3 dresses from my bridal wardrobe:…read more 1. A flowy, ruffled colorful dress for my welcome party. She amended the waistband to be tighter and shortened the dress while maintaining the flow and comfort of the dress. 2. My after party dress had a beaded skirt and jila carefully shortened it. Fit perfectly. 3. Lastly, my Kim Kassas wedding dress!! Its ruffled mermaid tail is what made it beautiful. I plan to resell my dress and jila altered it so that if someone taller than me buys it, the stitching just needs to be snipped to get it back to the original length. It fit me like a glove. She did an amazing job and I'd highly recommend her to alter clothing for any special occasion!

I altered my dress shorter at Jila Tailoring Studio. Very professional, and reasonable pricing…read more Jila and her staff were great to work with. They paid attention to detail, making sure the dress was at the right length and comfortable for me to walk in. I also have a dress in which the top could have different options to style when worn, and because the back was low, I was a bit concerned. But they kindly offered me options of how to style the top so that I wouldn't be concerned. Drop off and pickup was also fast and easy, straightforward. I would take another dress or recommend them to someone else. Thank you Jila Tailoring Studio!

I found Nadia through a couple of other bride friends that had used her amazing seamstress talents!…read more Nadia was very communicative and nice! She gave suggestions when we needed guidance and did a fantastic job on taking my dress in and hemming the bottom, adjusting straps, adding in breast cups and creating my bustle. Nadia also altered my traditional Chinese dress (cheongsam) under the underarms so it fit better. The dress had a lot of embroidery and sequins. You would have never known it was altered! I highly recommend Nadia for your alteration needs!

I used Nadia because she was recommended by Garnet and Grace. I wish I would've shopped around…read moreinstead. Nadia is professional but not necessarily friendly. She is also pricier than other seamstresses I've shopped around with. She has a limited schedule. When I did my initial fitting she kind of waited for me to tell her what I wanted fix. I knew dress didn't fit perfectly but I couldn't pin point how to fix it. The seamstress I worked with for my reception dress was a lot more helpful in guiding me on what should be done. The one thing I did ask for (tightened straps), she didn't recommend because she thought it would cut into me when I moved--I was constantly pulling them up on my wedding day. One thing really bothered me. When I booked, she stated there would be 2-3 fittings. However; when I asked when I asked when my 2nd fitting would be she said she was fully booked. Like I said earlier, she has a limited scheduled. I was really nervous, but I was able to book at G&G instead of at her house so I was able to get my second fitting. It food well enough that I didn't ask for any adjustments because I was already frustrated with the situation. The hemming and bustle she did were okay. The extra breast cups she put in were loose and could have been done better. I think Nadia was a skilled seamstress but I would choose someone else if I could do it all again. I would have preferred to use the seamstress I had for my reception dress. The communication, scheduling, and pricing was much better.

Brought a bridesmaid dress to Rose's shop and was quickly greeted and brought in to review the…read morealterations I was looking for. Process was quick and efficient, Rose is very professional and clearly knew what she was doing (I've never done this before). She also asked if I needed this soon and seemed like she could accommodate. Thankfully this was not something I needed right away. I came back to pick up the dress today, and went to try it on, and honestly I was skeptical that alterations were made before I tried it on, the dress looked like all the stitching was original and hadn't been touched. For reference I took in the sides of the bodice and hemmed the bottom. I put on the dress and it fit like a glove and it was the correct length, perfect. I was amazed at the quality of her work and received exactly what I had in mind. Would recommend if you are looking for quality! Thanks Rose!

Rose does excellent, meticulous work, and she really cares about making the piece better than…read morebefore. Well worth the price for restoring my favorite big loose capris, fleece vest and woven sweater so now I can wear them again with Pride!

Foroogh is absolutely amazing! She's incredibly kind, attentive, and truly talented at what she…read moredoes. My dress was very loose, and I needed significant alterations--but she made it fit flawlessly. It honestly feels like the dress was custom-made just for me. Every interaction with her, both over text and in person, was such a positive experience. I really appreciated how she offered thoughtful suggestions while still making sure my preferences came first. She made the whole process feel easy and collaborative. If you need alterations for your big day, you can trust Foroogh completely--she will exceed your expectations. Thank you so much, Foroogh!

My partner brought in an athletic long-sleeve shirt that was too long and too loose, and Foroogh…read more(the owner) was incredibly polite and respectful both over text and in person. She initially quoted $60 to shorten it with professional-quality work, plus an additional $70 for alterations to improve the fit. He decided to go ahead with just the shortening, and Foroogh promised a two-day turnaround which she delivered right on time. To our surprise, she completed the additional fitting services at no extra charge after learning he is a college student. The craftsmanship was flawless, you genuinely can't tell the shirt was altered at all. Excellent service, exceptional quality, and a truly thoughtful business owner. 5/5, highly recommend!

Sara helped me right away. She's the best. I would recommend her for your tailoring needs.read more

Sara worked tirelessly to make sure that my dress fit perfectly and was exactly what I wanted. From…read morefiguring out how to do a different kind of bustle to adding removable off shoulder arm sleeves she made my vision come true and it felt like I got two different dresses! Although it took more visits than originally anticipated, Sara did one detail at a time to make sure it was perfect at each step. She was also able to hem my sister's maid of honor dress and use some of the fabric to turn the spaghetti straps into cap sleeves. She made me feel beautiful and confident on my wedding day and I would definitely recommend Sara!

Disaster. Waited 4 weeks for an appointment at this place. Told the tailor exactly what we needed…read moreover the phone - a dress needed to be tailored to fit. Gave her the brand, size, etc. she quoted us $160. Steep, but reasonable given the quality of the dress. She took measurements. After the fitting, she told us the cost would be $400. $400 to tailor a dress?!? That's more than most dresses cost. Why? She said, "wedding dresses cost more." We explained that it wasn't a wedding dress (I'm already married!). But she wouldn't change the price. It felt strange and uncomfortable and kind of awful to be called a liar. Walked out and found another tailor who did an epic job for $120. Went to the party (NOT A WEDDING) and felt fabulous. Skip this place. p.s. Apparently this owner gaslights customers. To clarify: 1. I definitely called in advance, 2. I was definitely overcharged, 3. It was definitely Lily from Irena's studio. Not confused, and not a mistake. Avoid avoid avoid.

Irena's Studio is a gem!!! I was initially hesitant to trust someone in general with something as…read moreimportant as my wedding dress, but Lily (the owner) did an amazing job and knew exactly what alterations would flatter my body. During our first meeting, Lily was thorough, clear, and explained each recommendation and steps of the alteration process. I loved how for each visit, Lily took a step by step approach to alter my dress so that she could confirm that I was happy before moving forward to other aspects. I also appreciated that if I had a recommendation or question, Lily really listened and did not make me feel rushed during my appointment. I received so many compliments on my dress during the wedding and my photos came out so good as well. I'm so grateful for Lilys expertise and would highly recommend her!

My friend and I needed our prom dresses altered this season, and we were lucky enough to find Tina!…read moreShe was very gracious and helpful throughout the whole process. We hemmed and took in both of our dresses, each with beading work and multiple layers. She talked us through the various possibilities for altering our garments, and we both found organizing fittings very easy. Tina was always accommodating to our unique and tight schedules. We were very happy with the results of the alterations, and we plan to return with future dresses and clothing! Recommend to anyone looking for tailoring.

I found Tina earlier this year when I wanted to close a slit I had on my graduation dress. When I…read morepicked up my dress from her, I couldn't even tell where the original slit was. Her work is so good! Recently, I came back to get my bridesmaid dress hemmed and it was perfect. A few days later I noticed a stain and didn't know where it came from. So I messaged Tina regarding the stain and how to remove it, and she let me come in on her day off to remove it. (I was too scared to do it myself, in case I potentially made it worse). It's looks brand new again! I was seriously stressing with my friends wedding in less than 20 days! Thank you Tina!!!