Great experience. Took some time and effort to get this heavy dress to sit right with the girls, but we got there. Bustle in the back looks great. Hem was perfect, never had to worry about stumbling over my own dress. Price is as to be expected for a wedding gown. Had my first appointment 5 months before wedding date. Glad I did because we needed the time. read more

Caryn and I had a journey together with my wedding dress. I bought my dress in March right before everything closed down last year. I bought the dress knowing it was a size or two bigger because I wasn't sure if I ordered it, if it would come in on time. I lost some more weight and Caryn ended up having to take my dress in 5 sizes. I love my dress she helped make it mine and she made me part of the process. You can tell she loves what she does and it shows in her work. I highly recommend bringing anything you need done to Caryn, you won't be disappointed. read more

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I cannot say enough good things about Caryn's work! I bought a strapless wedding dress that ended up being 1-2 sizes too big, so required lots of work on the corset/boning section to ensure it stayed in place. By the time she was done I was in love with how it looked and felt. On top of that, the dress required multiple fittings but she was always very accommodating with my difficult work schedule. I cannot recommend her enough!! read more

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Wow! I can't say enough good things about Caryn's work. I brought in a very complicated dress and she made it fit perfectly! She is professional, timely, and a pleasure to work with. While the services were priced on the higher side, I would say it was well worth it - I couldn't imagine trusting my wedding dress alterations to anyone else! read more

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I can't say enough about the great work Caryn did on my wedding dress. I knew it wouldn't be the easiest alteration, but she worked her magic and it came out amazing. She is very easy to work with, has great ideas, and is obviously very talented. If you need tailored formalwear she's the BEST! read more

This was my first experience. Let me tell you it was the best one. The alterations on my dress was amazing, fit like a glove. The patience and the professionalism it took to do what she did with my dress is amazing. She truly made my special day perfect. I couldn't have asked for anything better. read more

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I knew when I found my wedding dress alterations would be difficult and it may be hard to find someone who would take on that kind of work. I bought my dress off the rack and it was a two part dress that was completely hand beaded and because it was off the rack it was a probably a good two sizes too big. I brought my dress in for the first time in April for my July wedding and Caryn just worked miracles. She put in so much work on my dress and did such a stunning job. She was amazing to work with throughout the entire process and I could not have been happier with the fit and look of my dress. I absolutely recommend working with Caryn for any kind of alterations you need! read more

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I needed a last minute fitting for a dress I was going to wear for a wedding, she was able to squeeze me it to her schedule that was booked out thru October AND get it done within two weeks! Truly thankful for the effort and quality that was put in. Will be going again when needed read more

Caryn did an excellent job tailoring my wedding dress to all my needs. I love how she takes her time to work through the process with multiple appointments and gets every little detail done. read more

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They do a good job! Only con is they're extremely pricey. They are very friendly and have a great location off Hope street.

Caryn was amazing! She was so sweet and knowledgeable about the intricate layers of fabric in my wedding dress. She did a great job on my dress and should be noted she did amazing job with my husbands suit so she does men's wear too! Would definitely go back and recommend others to her also. read more

I bought this free people dress for my sisters wedding knowing full well the top would be too revealing on my chest. My sister recommended I come to pochues as she had an excellent experience with her wedding dress fitting there. I had no idea if the alteration would be possible with the fabric being so delicate. I thought she could put in a a straight across bandeau but she had a much better idea. The dress came out perfect. Everyone was so impressed who knew what it had looked like before. I got so many compliments and felt so comfortable. She really worked her magic!! Thank you! read more

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I cannot say enough amazing things about Caryn! I went to her for alterations on my wedding dress (which had come in several sizes too big). Not only was she extremely knowledgeable about what would or would not work with the dress, but she was so friendly! She took her time and fitted the dress over 3 separate appointments, you can tell she is truly talented at her craft. This was so helpful because my dress was strapless so we needed to make sure it fit PERFECTLY. It's also important to note that I have never been to a tailor before; Caryn would ask what I wanted and I was almost never sure. She patiently explained my options and wasn't afraid to provide her opinion. If you're a bride, you know that feeling of decision fatigue, so I was incredibly grateful for Caryn to offer her expertise in this area. The dress was STUNNING and fit like a glove; I bounced around my entire wedding day and did not have to pull up the dress once (a typical casualty for strapless dresses). I think it is a testament to Caryn that many of my family members not only thought the dress was beautiful, but specifically noted how perfectly it fit me. I'm so happy with my choice to work with her! (See attached photo by Brittney Raine Photography) read more

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I took a dress here to be hemmed. It was a very simple job - a cotton dress with lining that needed the hem taken up a few inches. She was very nice and I got my dress back in just a few days. It cost $30 so I don't know how that compares to other places. When I got it back, it was the right length and looked fine. But when I went home I noticed that the pins she used left holes in the fabric. I feel like if you have been in the business for as long as she has, you might have a better idea of what types of pins to use or ways to pin the fabric so that it doesn't make a hole. Hold up, let me back up for a second. This was my wedding dress. I was going to the mountains to elope and I chose a simple Nanette Lepore frock. It wasn't an elaborate dress, the holes didn't show in photos and I didn't want to seem like a bridezilla so I didn't go back in and make a fuss. But I can imagine many other women would be enraged if this happened to their wedding gown, how ever small it may seem. I was still disappointed and it makes me hesitant to go back. Shouldn't you treat everyone's clothes as if it were a priceless wedding gown? read more

This is the best tailor in providence. For hems and easy stuff I'll go elsewhere, but I'll only go to Pochues for anything more complicated. Make sure you bring your checkbook or cash though - no credit cards. Also sometimes you may be asked to put down a deposit, especially if you are like me and twice a year you end up with a whole pile of things that really need to be tailored to fit properly. Also if you have a bridesmaids dress or formal dress during the spring, make sure to come in early to allow enough time - I'm not the only one that only goes here! Half the east side must be going to weddings because this place will be packed. read more

Caryn is such a talented seamstress, and if you are in RI, look nowhere else! I was starting to have doubts about my dress after it came in, and she truly helped me see the beauty in it and remember why I had chosen it in the first place! Wonderful job fitting in the bust, but the real showstopper for me is the work she did on my bustle. Most of the time, I think bustles can be really poorly done and look sort of tacked on and silly. She incorporated my bustle into the lace pattern and design of the dress, and it looked completely natural and seamless. I was so impressed. Beyond that, I had given up hope on breathing, sitting, and moving easily in a mermaid fit dress, and I was super comfortable for my entire wedding! It felt fitted but never compressed. Thank you so much Caryn for making me feel beautiful on my wedding day! read more

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This woman is a MAGICIAN. I found her on yelp and went in with a pair of beautiful silk pants that were at least 2 sizes too large. She altered them and a cashmere sweater so that they look tailor made for my body, not like a chop shop job. She's also very honest - she'll tell you if something is not going to look right or if its better to do something other than what you're thinking. Love it all. read more

Caryn was absolutely amazing at taking my bridesmaid dress down a few sizes after I lost 25lbs. Her work was fantastic and the dress fit like a glove - she gave me a waist! I couldn't have been happier with the experience in her shop during COVID - she followed every guideline to a T and was so professional and kind. She made me feel so great about my weight loss and made me look even better! read more

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As a repeat customer I was very disappointed to bring a third dress and have the owner be more concerned whether I could afford the alterations than making the dress fit me perfectly. Considering I'd already 2x purchased alterations costing more than each dress, being treated like a broke college student, asked to pay a deposit, having to ask for pieces to be taken in that obviously were too big only to pay $300 in alterations for an $89 dress and have the straps falling down all night. I'm very disappointed. I would've brought my wedding dress back but I will not be returning and honestly recommend anyone to consider someone else, I've gotten really great work at affordable rates in other cities, turns out a commute it worth it. read more

Caryn was incredible to work with. Her knowledge is unmatched and she eased my anxiety and concerns about my wedding dress. She gave great recommendations for the bustle and I don't regret taking her advice. I had 4 fittings for my wedding dress over 2 months. she worked in phases to give opportunity to see progress throughout. Highly recommend! She did a bridesmaid dress for me a year earlier and I will continue to go to Caryn for my event dresses in the future! read more

Super friendly and great alternation to my velvet bridesmaid dress!

I can be hard to fit off the rack, and I bring nearly all of my work clothes to Caryn. She knows just how to tweak the fit so that my clothes look made for me. I have been going to Caryn for several years now, schlepping my new seasonal additions to her every six months or so. Lace pants, lined skirts and dresses--you name it. My husband frequently buys vintage clothes, including suits and jackets. Caryn not only can tailor them to fit him beautifully, but knows just what small changes will modernize a garment enough to wear without seeming "costumey." And, she's honest with you about when you've brought her something that will be too expensive or fussy to be worth the fix. When people compliment my outfit, I rush to tell them about Caryn's amazing work! read more

I have relied on Caryn at PoChue's to complete major and minor alterations on my clothes for many years. Her skills and long experience always yield impeccable results, whether the garment is a formal gown or a pair of jeans. She understands the attributes of different kinds of fabrics, knows how to tailor stiffer textiles and work with the drape of softer material, and is sensitive to the needs of clients of all body types. The finishing work always looks polished. She also takes a creative approach to problem solving when the fitting calls for something unusual or a slight redesign is needed. Caryn's fees are very reasonable for her level of knowledge and expertise, and she always delivers on time. I recommend PoChue's without reservation. read more

My fiancé and I had initially planned on a court house wedding with just the two of us, but last minute decided to have a small, intimate ceremony. Caryn was able to to hem my dress and add hooks/snaps for the perfect fit with just a few days notice. read more

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A wonderful experience start to finish! Even in the midst of a pandemic, Caryn altered my wedding gown beautifully and made me comfortable the whole time. So grateful for her hard work and passion for what she does! read more

In short, she's the best. I've been to 4 tailors in Providence, but after she tailored a pair of pants for me, I was sold on always coming back here. Great quality, quick (1 week, whereas in Boston, the top-ranked tailor took 2 weeks), very reasonably priced, professional, friendly, and a lovely person. Cash only. read more

Caryn did a great job hemming my multi-layered BHLDN wedding dress and was very receptive when I asked for a simple but hidden bustle. She created a type of bustle I'd never seen before, but it worked beautifully! Her rate was fair and lower than the quote I got from another local alterations store. The dress will stay in storage for the next year, but at least it's all ready to go! read more

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Caryn has been fantastic, and I could not have found a better tailor for my wedding dress. She discussed budget, gave me options, was always up front about everything, and did a great altering my beaded dress. She also was great to work with during the pandemic, always taking extra precautions and making sure every fitting was incredibly safe. She made me four masks as well! I highly recommend Caryn! read more

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My daughter had a vintage prom dress that she needed fitted appropriately to her. It was a fantastic job. I can't begin to say how well the dress came out She's an excellent seamstress. She took something that we thought couldn't be resized and just did incredible work. She redid the back of the dress and turned a very nice vintage piece into something even more beautiful. excellent customer service excellent finished product. We could not be happier. I will be using her again read more

Caryn was absolutely phenomenal. I had her alter my wedding dress for my June 2nd wedding. It came out better than I could have imagined and fit like a glove! Caryn is so personable and is so knowledgeable about dresses and alterations and is an extremely skilled seamstress. I wouldn't go to anyone else! read more

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Caryn is an absolutely PHENOMENAL tailor. I took my wedding dress to two tailors before her--none of which matched her skill and sophistication. After working with Caryn (admittedly last minute, TWO weeks before the wedding), I felt perfectly secure for the big day. Caryn is not only the most detailed tailor I have ever worked with, but she is extremely conscientious of a bride's needs on her wedding day. Ultimately, we have a few very simple concerns: 1) Not tripping down the aisle (the length has to be absolutely PERFECT and certainly not too long) 2) Not flashing our guests (strapless dresses that slide down on a bride's wedding day are not okay!! Not even a little!! My first tailor told me that there was nothing she could do to keep it from sliding because of the material!? The second told me that I might gain weight before the wedding????) Caryn not only tailored my dress to the absolute perfect length, but she also added an elastic strap to the top and "tacked" the bust line for a flawless fit and finish. The dress had 6 layers. It wasn't an easy fix--but she made it seem so effortless. I honestly do not know what I would have down without her. My dress felt stable and secure the entire day. I didn't trip. I didn't have to worry about it (which is seriously clutch because there are 28394289 other things to worry about on your wedding day!!). I will be coming to Caryn from now on--no contest. There's no better tailor in Providence! read more

I went there to get three pairs of pants hemmed. Caryn was friendly and very timely. It took less than 10 minutes! I got the pants back within three days and she did an excellent job. I'm rating this 4/5 stars only because of the price point. It was $14 per pair, which seems expensive (although I'm not sure what the going rate is for hemming pants). Otherwise, it was a good experience. Tips: -No credit cards! Be sure to bring cash or check. -It seems like she specializes in wedding dresses, but she does men's clothes too! read more

Caryn has done an AMAZING job on my wedding dress! She has made several appointments with me so I could see the process along the way and made sure that I could envision the alteration and loved it before moving forward. She attached sleeves to my strapless wedding dress flawlessly and in less than a week! Her communication is fantastic and I couldn't be happier. I was also very happy about the pricing! You can tell she loves what she does and loves working on wedding dresses. Would definitely recommend to anybody! read more

This lovely lady was kind and caring when I came in with my dress in July and totally understood my fears regarding my bridesmaid dress, all it took was a short 15 minute poke and prod and she had my dress all pinned up to fit me. Now she does take only cash so ladies (and gents) put away the plastic. My bridesmaid dress required the shoulder to be taken in, and a three layered hem taken in. She told me on first inspection that it would be $135.00 and asked if that was okay which was very professional of her and I appreciated that. I think I only had to put down a 60$ deposit which she took out of the total. Fast forward to the first week of August, and I've just picked up my dress and it was a hit! She got it right the first time no other alterations needed, she was so sweet and kind through the entire process. So if anyone needs a bridesmaid or dress in general fixed up to fit their body properly, Po Chues is the place to go! read more

If you are looking for a truly exceptional Tailor with unparalleled quality and attention to detail, then Pochues is the place for you. I found Caryn a month and a half before my wedding with an idea of a custom made bridal outfit. I was inspired by a picture I found online and the only way to replicate the elegance of it was to have it custom made. A corset I found had to be take in from a size 16 to a 2 and chiffon overlay was a design all on it's own. She turned my vision into an exquisite beauty and surpassed my expectations. Caryn has the vision and has remarkable craft. Needless to say, I have found my very own tailor from here on out. read more

just picked up dress for my sons wedding that was altered at Pochue and they did an amazing job. Skirt was quite complex with multiple layers of tulle but it all looks perfect. Also very fast service. read more

Caryn is an absolute miracle worker! I purchased my wedding dress one size smaller than I was at the time. Needless to say, it didn't fit, and I was freaking out months before my wedding. I contacted Caryn based on her reviews and I couldn't be happier and more grateful. Thankfully, she was able to fit me in her schedule and help me in such a short time frame. She was so creative and came up with a way to fix the back of the dress so it was so effortlessly beautiful and fit perfectly. She is caring, kind, and VERY good at what she does. I recommend her to everyone I know and will definitely return for all my future alterations. She is THE BEST. Thank you Caryn for all your hard work and effort, and for helping me feel beautiful for my wedding day! Unfortunately we did not take "before" pictures, so the one you see is from the dress store to get an idea, but below are some "after"! read more

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I bought my wedding dress at David's Bridal, but had heard mixed reviews about their alterations department. I am so glad that I went with Pochues. I had Karen hem the gown and add a bustle, which was complicated because of all the layers. (See Organza Gown with Fern Embroidery and Net Overlay). After just two fittings everything was perfect and I felt like my dress got the attention that it needed. I appreciate how Karen was so good at listening to my vision for the gown and still gave me valuable advice based on her experience. When I put my wedding gown on the day of the wedding it fit perfectly, the length was perfect for an outdoor wedding, and Karen had even fixed a rip that I had made, but forgot to ask her to mend. read more

Recently I snagged a few RTW Givenchy Paris pieces that were miraculously on sale but far too large for me. Even on sale, these pieces were incredibly expensive and so I was terribly nervous about having them altered incorrectly. Though I live in Providence, I considered taking them to high-end (and probably exorbitantly priced) tailors in Boston or New York, but when I found Pochues on Yelp I called and asked for a consultation. I can say with absolute certainty that Caryn is a master. Not only is she a remarkable craftsperson, but she has a great sense of design and proportion, and truly loves beautiful clothing. Caryn has a really kind and compassionate demeanor, and is very thoughtful of her client's needs. Fittings were pleasant and easy, and Caryn asked each step of the way what I liked and what I didn't while also proffering her own expertise. I presented her with some pretty sophisticated work; the two Givenchy pieces were each terrifically intricate and detailed with embellished panels, ladder stitching, and seamless collars that would all have to be navigated carefully (in challenging fabrics/mixed media to boot) to maintain the integrity of the design. She took one dress probably close to 2 sizes down, an incredible feat since the design of the dress centers around symmetrical studded panels throughout. Another dress had already been conservatively altered by a seamstress at Nordstrom who had been too anxious to make dramatic changes, but Caryn was unfazed and excited by the challenge. Altogether she did four dresses for me in the span of four weeks (wow!). The price was fair for the amount of work, and I'm so happy with how these garments have turned out and can't wait to wear them out in the world now that they fit me! From what she told me and what I've read here on Yelp, Caryn does a lot of work with wedding pieces -- but if you have premier designer garments that need to be tweaked or dramatically reworked and are wondering where to go in the Rhode Island/MA area -- bring them to Caryn at Pochues! I will be bringing all my alterations here from now on with confidence. read more

Caryn was so wonderful to work with and was so easy to trust with my dress! She worked quickly and helped my vision come to life! On my dress she added cups, took up the straps a little, took off the train, and added/secured the belt in place. I could tell that this wasn't "just a job" for her, she's got true passion for what she does and making the dress look perfect was as important to her as it was to me! read more

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