I was looking for a good tailor to take in the shoulders on a dress I have. I looked up some local tailors and came across Leonard's page. I found that he used to have a storefront in Brentwood but since COVID has moved to working out of the basement of his house near Creve coeur. So if you need give him a call and he'll set up a time for you to go visit! Leonard was incredible to work with and such a fun person to talk to, he obviously takes a lot of pride in his work and it was very apparent that he appreciates the women's form by the output of his work. All said and done all the work I asked for was done within a week and for a very reasonable price. When I have other tailoring needs I will definitely call up Leonard again! read more

Leonard is no longer located at the shop in Richmond Heights. At the present time, you need to call to set up an appointment and he will give you the address to where he is operating. He is currently working out of his house basement in Creve Coeur. Each appointment is allowed an hour. It's not exactly convenient for City folk like me, but I've been going to him endlessly for years so I will continue. read more

I love Leonard! He is absolutely amazing. His work is always beautifully done. There is never any fuss with him or his work. I can sit and talk with him all day. It's easily the best tailoring experience ever. He's altered many special occasion dresses for me -- a bridesmaids dress, party dress, and a beach wedding guest dress. Hopefully, one day he'll alter my wedding dress. read more

Excellent service and tailored craftsmanship! I've had a long time tailor in Clayton who's disposition I simply could not tolerate any longer. After she was in one of her consistent bad moods one day a few months back... I Googled best tailors near me & boom Leonard was open & available immediately. I took my garments straight away. He was extremely welcoming, knowledgeable, patient. I wasn't use to such kind treatment lol. I often thrift shop and love a tailored look to add uniqueness to my clothes. After the 1st visit I was sold! Leonard created an exceptional look for me. I've been back several times since and can truly say I've found my perfectly professional tailor here. Leonard and his wife both create clean looks from leather to cotton in a reasonable turnaround time for a reasonable cost. I'm staying put. Highly recommend Leonard's. ~Christy read more

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I needed a suit tailored on short notice for my wedding. After doing a lot of research online, I found multiple recommendations for Leonard as being the best tailor in the St. Louis area. I decided to take the plunge and drove two hours to see him at his new location in Creve Coeur. Leonard was gracious, polite and obviously very passionate about his work. Unfortunately, it only took him two seconds to notice that the suit I had bought online was several sizes too small and would never be able to fit me no matter how much tailoring he did. Since I had already driven two hours and had only about a week until my wedding, I was stuck between a rock and a hard place. Luckily for me, Leonard was able to work out a solution with me. He gave me a recommendation for sizing, which stores to look at and even the name of someone he trusted at one of the stores to help me find a suit. Within a couple hours, I had a suit that fit me great and was back at Leonard's location for tailoring. He was even kind enough to keep his doors open after hours for me since I had driven so far to see him. As for the tailoring, it's impeccable. Over the years I've had a fair number of suits, but I've never had a suit look as good or on me or fit me as well as the one that Leonard fixed up for me. I know I'm going to look great on my wedding day and it's all thanks to him. I can't recommend him enough. read more

Leonard and Zina are not only wonderful people, but extremely good at what they do. My wedding dress was way way too big and Zina basically had to cut it in half. The talent! The amount of attention and detail that went into it was so impressive. She went above and beyond to make the dress of my dreams, and I am forever grateful. They truly care about what they do and it shows. I could go on forever, but I'll just say Leonard's Tailoring is the best place to go for all of your clothing needs! read more

Leonard was able to alter my bridesmaid dress within two weeks for $90. He did a great job and is super nice! He currently works out of his home but don't let that throw you off. I will be going to him for any future alterations! read more

I tried Leonard's Tailoring for the first time this past month and really appreciated the flexibility of schedule and attention to detail that Leonard provided. He is a pleasure to talk to and provided guidance on the best length for pants for different occasions. Highly recommend! read more

Leonard does a fantastic job tailoring. He's now taken in the waist of 5 pairs of pants for me and they fit me beautifully. It isn't super fast (usually 1-2 week turn around, could probably do faster if needed but I haven't asked) and isn't cheap, but you get what you pay for and he's worth it. He used to have a location by the Brentwood mall. He's now working out of his home in Creve Couer by appointment. Cash/check only. Thanks to Leonard's Tailoring I've gotten rid of my belts and my wardrobe has gotten a serious upgrade. read more

Leonard is a very sweet man who tailored a very special coat for me. He was not only friendly but has a great eye for detail. He made sure that my coat looked absolutely perfect. I'm completely in LOVE with my coat! I will definitely be brining any clothes that need tailoring back to Leonard. Great tailoring at a reasonable price. read more

I'm a very petite person, so alterations are a costly yet inevitable part of my life. At Leonard's, the sting isn't so bad. His work is top-notch and very speedy. Plus, he's just a cool person. He does original-hem jeans for $20, which is a steal. He's also fashion-savvy and can offer advice when asked. Been going here for years and will continue to do so. read more

I should have tried myself. I took three shirts in to be tailored. They were all three the same shirt just different colors. I also wore in a shirt with the fit I was wanting out of the others. I was told it would be no problem. 50 per shirt to shorten the bottom, bring in the sides, and tighten up the sleeves. Again these were all the exact same shirts. None of them turned out close to the same. The bottoms do not match up on two, one is significantly smaller, and the other now has the last button a half inch from the bottom of the shirt. I'm not really sure what I paid for. I walked in with three shirts that were a little too big, paid 50 dollars per shirt, and now I'm pith e money and the shirts. read more

Leonard's Tailoring - Sewing & Alterations Near Me

Leonard is the best out there. Besides the fact that he's an amazing tailor, he's also just an incredibly sweet man. He welcomed me in as a first time customer making me feel welcome and spending a ton of time with me, making sure to get everything just right. He even threw in one of my small items to be fixed for free. I felt bad leaving my finished clothing there for too long due to a busy schedule but he was totally understanding and when I did pick up, everything was done exactly as I'd asked. I will definitely be returning. Thanks Leonard! read more

I can't say enough good things about Leonard's Tailoring! Their hours are convenient, the consultation/pinning/fitting was concise and informational, and the work done was top-notch. I'm a nurse at an organization with strict uniform guidelines. The scrubs have to all be bought from the same brand ( which sucks). The sizes run ridiculously huge. An XXS fits like an XL. I brought 4 scrub tops in to be tailored. I wasn't sure if there was anything anyone could do to the tops without sacrificing the many necessary pockets, etc. I was greeted by a woman (I wish I could remember her name), who had me put on the tops and spent time to make sure I liked the way the tops would look when they were finished. She even asked me whether I wanted the little patch with the brand name replaced on the sleeve, and if I wanted the ties/vents replaced. She was METICULOUS! I gave them a three-week window in which to work, and she quoted me an extremely fair price for the work I needed done. She even itemized everything out so I knew exactly what I was being charged for. Fast-forward a couple weeks, and it turned out I needed my tops a lot sooner than I thought I would. I called Leonard, expecting to be upcharged a ton for asking them to rush my order. Not the case! He told me I could pick them up a full week earlier than I had originally planned, and didn't ask for an extra cent. When I went to get them, I was stuck in traffic and the store was about to close, and I called Leonard, who said he would wait for me. Again, service was amazing. The tops fit great, I paid a fair price, and if I ever need any further alterations, I wouldn't dream of going anywhere but Leonard's Tailoring! PS- Be sure to bring cash or a check (what's that??), because they don't have a credit card machine! read more

Leonard is a meticulous tailor who will truly listen to what you need done to a garment. I cannot say enough good things about him. I had him alter dozens of garments for me over the last two years, culminating in my wedding gown. He hemmed it, added a bustle, and pressed the dress out for me. I think anyone who would who can alter a wedding gown can just about do it all. My husband has had a number of suits tailored by Leonard, and they are always exactly as he needs. Leonard is also great about giving you an idea on upfront alteration costs. I bought a suit and brought it to him with tags on, to see what kind of alterations would be made, etc. He ended up recommending I get the size larger because the alterations would be easier and less expensive. Just a class act all around! read more

My husband needed to get a suit tailored ASAP for an interview that was two days away. I called a few tailoring places and no one was able to accommodate the quick turn around time until I stumbled upon Leonard's Tailoring. When I called, he said it was no problem and they could expedite it for us. Leonard is very sweet and knows what he is doing, he even provided a few helpful tips on how to take care of the suit. Best part was, he made all of the alterations in 24 hours and we were in and out in no time! read more

Tucked away in an unassuming storefront is a wonderful tailoring service! I was recommended to Leonard's Tailoring by another tailor who doesn't work on women's attire. He did wonders with two formal dresses, both with intricate lace designs. One started out being too baggy around the waist. When I went to pick it up it was absolutely perfect. The cinched in waist made me look skinnier than I'd ever felt before! The other dress fit perfectly too and you can't tell that it has been altered. The customer service is wonderful. Upfront pricing, friendly faces, attention to detail and a desire to make sure the customer is always satisfied -- what more could you ask for? read more

Leonard is the friendliest, kindest and most talented friend/tailor in the area! He was sensitive to my timing and tailored my wedding dress to me with grace while preserving the purity of the lace of the dress. He is a true master of his craft. Thank you, Leonard! read more

I can't say enough good things about Leonard. I have been going to him for years and am always delighted with the high standards of service and quality craftsmanship. He has things done when he says, or even before, never after. Also, he's a very nice person with whom I look forward to chatting at my next visit. read more

Had several items altered. The length wasn't even on several of the pants and one jacket. All of the pants were too short. $200+ wasted dollars, not to mention clothing that can't be worn. So upsetting, as this tailor was a referral and reviews looked good. However, our experience wasn't. read more

Leonard is absolutely amazing. I was struggling to find a tailor that I was confident in and who would be able to fit me in on a moment's notice. I needed alterations on a bridesmaids gown of mine close to 2 and a half weeks before the wedding. I was referred to Leonard by a friend, and looking back I couldn't have been happier with my experience. Not only did he accomplish exactly what I had envisioned for the dress, but he is the kind of man who is genuinely interested in learning more about you and making you feel (and look) your best in whatever you are wearing. I've never met a tailor as kind and caring as Leonard, who exudes his passion for his work with each detail in the fabric. I would definitely recommend Leonard's tailoring and will be back for future alterations! read more

Leonard is a true pro. I first met Leonard at Mark Shale back in the day, and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my alterations. From suits to small fixes, he's the man. read more

Called ahead and was told there was no need for an appointment. When I showed up during the hours of operation posted online and on their door, the lights were off and entrance was locked. I left work early and drove out of my way to try this tailor. I'm going to go to a different tailor and will recommend to my friends to use a different tailor than Leonard's. read more

Excellent service and wonderful staff! I had several pairs of slacks tailored - being short is a struggle. So nice to find a great tailor with reasonable pricing. The staff is very kind and I enjoy visiting them when I bring more clothes in for tailoring. Definitely recommend this business for all your tailoring needs! read more

I had a challenging task of sewing a plastic collar on a polyester religious habit; when I brought it to Leonard, he too looked at it for a couple of moments to see if such a task was possible. Not only did Leonard successfully complete the task, he did so with outstanding customer service. He informed me that the plastic collar will break off from the habit depending on repeated use - so he also showed me how I can perform this task by myself. I greatly appreciate Leonard charging me inexpensively for his service as well as his willingness to teach me. He is a meticulous, knowledgeable, very experienced and problem-solving tailor, who treats customers with respect. It is important to note that while he was helping me, other customers entered his tailor shop and he addressed all their needs simultaneously, professionally, and again courteously. He is a wonderful multi-tasker and I truly enjoyed his friendly company during my visit; and I got a strong impression that the customers I saw are highly confident in Leonard's services and often return to him for all of their tailoring needs. Thank you very much Leonard and I am so glad to have this chance to promote your tailoring service. read more

I needed a satin bridesmaid dress altered, which is not an easy fabric to work with. I decided to take a chance and see what I could do. I went to a few other tailors, none of which felt comfortable with my requests. Finally, I brought it to Leonard. He was able to make all of my modifications and you can't even tell that it was let out or that the straps were modified! He was so kind and funny and he clearly knows what he is doing. He made an experience I had been dreading into something I looked forward to! Not only did the dress look great, but it was ready on the day that he said it would be, and his price was very reasonable. Next time, I will not waste time looking elsewhere and I will be going directly to Leonard! read more

I really enjoyed the service and the quality of the tailoring. I would recommend to all of my friends. He's an old school tailor and does a great job. Very reasonable prices, too. I'm glad I went with him rather than some of the larger shops where people have to wait a long time and the service is not as good. read more

Leonard is WONDERFUL! He altered my daughter's prom dress to a slightly different look than its original design and it was a SMASH HIT. My daughter got so many compliments and Leonard's final reveal was EXACTLY what we asked him for. He also is VERY professional and nice and has a warm and inviting smile. His turn around time was fast and he left no stone unturned when asking about exactly what we wanted. You HAVE to see this man for all your tailoring/altering needs. A true class act. read more

DO NOT TAKE YOUR SUITS HERE!!! I am a very unbiased person and this review does not reflect on their customer service. In fact their service was great. They were cordial and delivered the product on time. The problem is the quality of their work. I took a $500 suit here and it was butchered. His measuring style is unconventional, but I didn't knock it until I saw it obviously didn't work. The sleeves on the jacket were drastically uneven. The hem on the pants were drastically uneven. I'm not a tailor, but I think it's "tailoring 101" to make sure everything is the same length even if its the wrong length. As I mentioned they are very cordial and polite and did not hesitate to correct the problem. However, after allowing them to adjust their mistakes everything was still not corrected. I don't write reviews often unless I truly believe they are warranted. Here, I think this is one of the cases. This review is for men's suits. He has many accolades regarding women's clothing, but for men's suits. I would recommend to STAY AWAY!!! read more

I took my wedding dress to Leonard and his team to do some basic alterations and add some custom lace straps. I can't say enough about how wonderful of a job they did and what a pleasure it was working with Leonard throughout the whole process! They worked hard to make sure it fit perfectly, taking time to do several fittings and the time to really figure out what I wanted. They were so kind and welcoming! My dress fit perfectly and the straps they added were GORGEOUS. The placement and thickness of the straps really slimmed my broad shoulders and broke the neckline up beautifully. They integrated seamlessly into the dress, like they were originally part of the dresses design. They took the waist in perfectly, and added a beautiful bustle. I would highly recommend them for general tailoring as well as wedding dress work! I will be using them exclusively for any tailoring my new husband or I may need! Thank you Leonard!!!! read more

This guys is great! I have a older duffel coat that I am very attached too and he did an awesome job taking it in and giving it a zipper. The craftsmanship is excellent! read more

Zita did a great job shortening the sheer straps of my wedding dress and adding 6 Bustles to my dress. They had a 2-3 week turnaround (which they met) and were fairly priced. I will go back! read more

I have been meaning to write this review for awhile- this place is great! I brought in new dress pants to have them hemmed and I had told him about the shoddy work I had received from brentwood tailoring up the street; when I can in to pick up my pants he had double hemmed the bottoms to ensure the hem wouldn't unravel (as it did with brentwood tailoring after about 3 wears)- it was so nice of him and I really appreciated his extra effort to ensure I would be happy. The place is quite small but there's parking around the back of the building. Highly recommend this tailor. read more

I took in a few items to get hemmed before leaving for my honeymoon and I was so happy with Leonard's Tailoring!! He got it done quickly, since I was a procrastinator and didn't have much time before we left. I also wanted to add a slit in a Maxi Dress to make it move a tad better and it turned out Perfect! Plus Leonard was SO nice! I will be a customer for life! Thank you Leonard, you are fantastic! read more

Did a great job on my wedding dress after a chain store messed it up. My fiancé also had his suit tailored there and they did an excellent job. I cannot say enough good things about Leonard's, they know their craft very well and know how to make you look great in your clothes. If you are a bride looking for alterations go here and skip the bridal store where you bought it! We live over in Illinois but we will continue to drive the 30 minutes to Leonard's for any of our tailoring needs. read more

Leonard and his team work magic! My first experience was after I inherited one my grandfather's gorgeous 3-piece suits. My grandfather was much taller and bulkier than me so I went in expecting a "we can't do much with this." Instead, for $150, this $2,000 masterpiece fit me like it was custom-made just for me without a previous owner. I know my grandfather is proudly smiling at Leonard and his team because his grandson can wear one of his favorite suits. I've been taking my suits, pants/jeans, shirts, sport coats, etc. to Leonard since with nothing but the best care and quality in repairs and alternations. Leonard's is the best! read more

Leonard is very professional. He is the best tailor in Saint Louis. I have been using his services for over 3 years. Very reasonable price and very fast . read more

My experience was absolutely lovely. I found my wedding dress at a vintage second hand shop--it was a size 10 or 12 and I'm a size 2/4. I took it to another tailor who said she wouldn't touch it--"it would be easier to make you a dress from scratch" was basically the message. I took it to Leonard and he wasn't scared a bit. He offered many options along the way and was always attentive to what I wanted (and super patient when I didn't exactly know what I wanted). In the end I got the dress I envisioned. He's also just a sweet, genuine person that is so easy to get along with. read more