Horrible . My boyfriend made an appointment for alterations for his jeans. She said to come back in a week. Came back and she said she needed more time. Came back 2 days later and still not ready. The kicker, when she was finally done, SHE RUINED HIS PANTS. SAVE YOUR MONEY SHE DOES BAD BUSINESS. update the piece of shit lady who did a horrible job thought my reviews were funnyygoes to show what a garbage place thisnis read more

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Natalia is the rudest and meanest woman I have ever met in my life. Despite the fact, I stayed quiet and come here because at least she was good at her job. Or, I thought. But, the last time I brought my bridal dress to get tailored along with a few other tops. When I arrived to pick it up, she forgot what to do with my bridal dress and didn't do anything. My other tops were not done well. One strap was to long and the other hem line uneven. She said to come back to pick it up in 2 days. I tried on everything again and it wasn't done well. Instead of putting a lingerie loop that fit my bra into my bridal dress, she put something else and asked me to buy another bra. Apparently, she cannot stand being held accountable. Then she told me nothing she does is good enough, cursed at me, rolled her eyes at me, and then told me that I'm a terrible customer. I don't write Yelp reviews, but I am so hurt, disrespected by this woman. Natalia has a huge ego and cannot stand if you have any questions or concerns about the work. It's her way (even if sloppy) or the high way. I ended up crying and leaving her store. Will never go back. read more

Super fantastic and amazingly talented. She perfectly altered tuxedo jacket, pants, and shirt in a very short turnaround. Made me feel like a bajillion bucks at my event. Could not give her a higher recommendation. read more

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I was lucky to find Natalia for my new fashion project Taiga Edition, a line of a limited edition and unique coats I have started this fall. She caught my idea immediately, created a pattern according to my vision, helped me to adjust some design details in the best way and of course perfectly finished the coats. Natalia's high quality skills, professional knowledge of body structure and style and high understanding of a clients' ideas make her work as art. I have really enjoyed our collaboration and hopefully with her great professional help I'll realize many more projects soon. And 'yes' her little Piglet (a dog) is very cute. read more

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Recently bought a one shoulder dress that fit around the hip/stomach area but too big on the top so I went on trusty ole' Yelp and find Natalia who happens to be down the street from me. I called to make an appt and left her a message, received a call back the same day and was able to meet with her over the weekend to bring in my dress so she could look at it. Her boutique is very nice and modern looking and there is a resident dog who is quite the yapper and a resident cat who just sits in front of the heater. Hah. The time it took me to chat, try on my dress, have her pin where it needed to be taken in probably lasted about 10 minutes. I was in and out and she was okay with me being able to pick it up three days later. When I picked up the dress and tried it on the alterations were perfect, everything fit where it was supposed to fit and for only $35. It would've been a 5-star experience but unfortunately when I went to my appt at 6pm to pick up the dress she had forgotten to do it and I had to come back after 9pm. Normally I wouldn't mind but I was leaving for vacation a day later and I was in a rush to get everything done including mani/pedi appts and whatnot. Also, when I got home I did notice a hint of smokey smell on the dress but not enough for me to get upset since I was taking it to Vegas and all of Vegas smells of smoke anyways. But I can understand how someone with a wedding dress that smelled of smoke would be upset. I have no problem with going back to her to do other alternations though and for the price paid it was a steal. read more

BRIDES BEWARE! I used Natalia because past yelpers reviews and I was excited to be a patron to a small business. There were minimal bad reviews and those issues seemed to be resolved. When I showed up at her store, I should have turned around when I saw a little dog and a cat in the alteration store. But I ignored my gut since I saw other wedding dresses in the store and I saw other bride yelpers give Natalia rave reviews. When I saw her lay out a dirty hairy blanket I should have ran. But I assumed if there was hair on the dress she would get it off in the final pressing of the dress...... In my first appt I tried in the dress for her and showed that I really only needed the bottom of the dress altered and a bustle. I wanted it to flare out a little so Natalia suggested horse hair. Sounds good. I went back a week later, and Natalia forgot I was coming so I had to reschedule to for the next day. Not a problem. I returned and there was a little horse hair sewn to pa portion of my dress, but not fully around the dress. I assume this is to give me an idea of how it will look without her having to do that whole dress and then she runs the risk of me changing my mind. No Problem. The dress still wasn't hemmed and there was no bustle. So, I went back two weeks later with a BM. Natalia added the bustle, and still had pins in my dress for the hem. I kept wondering when I was going to see the finished product. When I checked the bustle it was still too long on the sides and it needed 2 more bustles. This was the Monday before my Friday wedding. So, made yet another appt to go back on the Wednesday before my wedding to see the "finished Product". When I arrived a looked over my dress and I saw there was hair all over my dress from her animals, it didn't looked pressed at all, there was a grease stain on the side of the dress, and there was dirt all over the bottom, as if she dragged it around her shop and had no care for it's cleanliness. Needless to say I never tried it on. Bottom line I had to pay $130 to get my dress cleaned in a day and a half. Since I never put the dress on, I found out right before my reception there were not 7 bustles as she said. Thank goodness my wonderful BM's used safety pins to hold it up as best they could. I really wanted to think that maybe Natalia should just be used for other clothing items and not White wedding dresses. But she couldn't even do a simple bustle on my dress. If you want the job done right, go to Fame cleaners (they saved my dress and do wedding alterations), or La Modista - they did all my BM's alterations with out a glitch. Natalia is incredibly unprofessional, and clearly doesn't care about the most important dress a girl will put on. DO NOT USE HER FOR ANYTHING YOU CARE ABOUT!!! read more

I came to Natalia via searching on Yelp after my original wedding dress came back to me from being custom made and it still did not fit. I also had a Chinese Qi Pao made too that did not fit either. Natalia was great, fit me in right away and started working, unfortunately the wedding dress was not salvageable --- found out 2 days before we left for our destination wedding. Parts had been glued instead of sewed, mismatched fabrics, you name it. Natalia offered to make me a new dress and to fix the Qi Pao. I didn't want the stress of making a whole new dress 2 days before we left so I went to Davids and got another wedding dress the day before. Natalia was able to hem it for me (which was all it needed) for 25% of the cost that the DB alterations lady quoted me. She fixed my Qi Pao which fit like a glove. All in all, well worth the money and she definitely delivered quality work in record time. I can't say enough good things about her and her business. She was accommodating and very reasonable. On a side note, the tenants that rent upstairs did smoke. I did notice that where was a slight smoke smell to the shop, however, they moved out while I was working with Natalia. I didn't have any problems with my wedding dress or Qi Pao smelling when I picked them up. read more

I really wanted to like this place because it's close to my house and it got great reviews. First, I will say that Natalie was very friendly and very accommodating. She let me make an appt for Monday night even though she is technically closed on Mondays. I had 2 pair of jeans altered - 1 hemmed and the waist taken in on the other pair. When I went to her place it smelled like smoke, which is a major turn-off for me. Even worse, when I picked up my jeans a few days later and brought them home, they smelled like smoke. I got them altered in time for a weekend getaway, so unfortunately I got to put smoky smelly jeans into my suitcase with the rest of my stuff. Gross. I'm surprised this hasn't come up in other reviews, maybe you all are less picky. As far as the alterations, them hem is fine. The waist, a little less fine. She said she used the waist on the other pair as a guideline, which would have been great except that the other pair higher waisted (so higher waist is smaller and lower waist near the hips is bigger). So the jeans shouldn't have had the same waist. Also, the other pair have some stretch to them so even when I eat a lot the waist band stretches and they still fit. Needless to say, I have to lose a few pounds for these jeans to fit comfortably and I'm not a big girl. I can get them on and get them zipped, but they're pretty tight. I just don't understand why she didn't use the measurements she took when I was there. I have to give her 3 stars instead of the 2 I originally planned, because she was accommodating and she was quick. And very nice - I feel guilty for not liking her service better. If you don't mind smoky clothes maybe this place will work for you. For me, I'll probably go somewhere else unless I'm really stuck. read more

I am so glad to have found Natalia! She was recommended to me by a coworker, and now our entire family goes to her. Every alteration she has done for me has been spot on, and she just altered my fiance's tux for our wedding. It fits him like a glove. I can't recommend Natalia enough! read more

I just called the number and it WORKED, so maybe the reviewer below had a misdial or such. I am going to take a garmet here for a test run... will keep you posted! read more

My review is about a year late but I thought, "why not," considering that I really liked this place. I took a bridesmaid dress there approx 4 days before I had to leave for an out of state wedding (way to delay) and the seamstress magically transformed it into something wearable and comfortable. Her prices were def on par with other places in Chicago and she was so friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend this place. read more

Natalia 's took the champagne silk material I purchased and designed an elegant suit fit for a runway! As a matter of fact I did for my wedding. My husband's response was, "you look gorgeous and sexy." It was a bit out of the way to drive to the stufio, but her attention to detail, attentively listened to my wants, efficient execution, and timely delivery, I won't hesitate to use her again and again. (Check out the photos I posted) read more

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I approached Natalia about creating my Star Trek Uhura costume. I wanted something I can not only wear for Halloween, but also use when I dress up for C2E2 or ComicCon. I found a pattern online for it, and searched for someone who would be able to make it for me. Despite her busy schedule, Natalia took me on as a client. The results were amazing and I couldn't be any more happy with it! I strongly suggest visiting Natalia for any and all alterations in the future! read more

Studio N Boutique - My Star Trek Uhura costume made from scratch by Natalia! - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

She made me a great wedding dress, the best that I've ever seen! FYI her new address 2136 W Chicago ave. read more

The best place in Chicago to get a custom made or altered garment. Best expirience with the owner. Wide range of services- restoration, alteration,design and construction of new clothing. read more

Natalia is a lifesaver. I brought her a bridesmaid dress that needed a couple alterations a week and a half before the wedding (whoops...hope the bride never sees this). She had the dress back to me in 2 DAYS and it fit perfectly. I couldn't believe it. The other places I called had turnaround times of 2-3 weeks. I guess I'm glad those other places didn't work out, otherwise I never would have met Natalia! She's very professional, her prices are great, and her dog Piglet is adorable. I'll definitely continue to use her. read more

Great service... she helped me with a bridesmaid dress for a destination wedding. She was super quick and took a horribly too-big dress and made it fit perfectly. read more

I took in 2 dresses to Natalia after paying way too much at Sew Special. My dresses received a horrid tailoring job from that place. Natalia was able to correct and retailer my dresses into items that seemed as if they were made for me. It is a little out of my way with about a 30min trip for me to get to her, but it is well worth it. Like the other review mentioned, her turnover is REALLY fast. I took my dresses in on Tuesday and they were ready Thursday! I will be coming back with all my tailor needs. I can't say enough how awesome of a job she did and the price was unbelievable low for her great talent. I'm glad to have heard about her. I definitely recommend her to everyone with whatever your tailoring needs may be read more

What a pleasant experience! I am getting married in less than a week and was in a total bind regarding my suit. My first suit was butchered by another tailor so I bought a new one and searched for tailors...needless to say Natalia came through! She was so friendly, professional and has a great eye. She altered my suit jacket, pants and shirt so it all fits like a glove and looks perfect! Will return to her for any and all alterations...also, her dog Piglet is a blast. read more

This is one of Ukrainian Village's hidden treasures. Natasha is very professional and a highly trained dress and costume maker. I haven't seen her true talents but she does a damn good job altering my jeans. I have not found a lower price for a tricky hem anywhere. Her turnover time is hella fast too. Even though our encounters are on a business level I swear I can just imagine us sipping cafe con leche on some patio sighing and gawking at peoples fashion sense. She's a real cool lady and I can't wait to buy another pair of jeans for my boy or me so she can work her magic on them. read more

Personally I liked Natalia very much. She was always pleasant and friendly. However I was disappointed with her work . She altered my wedding dress for me (took in the bust and waist and made three bustles) and made a veil (price was 300 dollars for everything). In total I had 4 fittings with her and three of those appointments she called the day of (actually once it was one hour before) and postponed. The fourth one she forgot about and when I showed up, asked me to come back the next day. Result - the day of my wedding the bustles did not stay up at all! They would just fall down within seconds of pinning them up. I had only pinned them up during fittings and had not walked around any so had not discovered this before the day. I had to hold up the train of my dress the whole evening of my wedding, which was heavy and awkward. read more

Natalia is a great seamstress with great prices! I have never had any issues with smokey smells or animal hair on my clothing. Her hours are very flexible and she can cater to short times. Her phone number is 773 954 7717. Don't really know where they got this number on yelp. read more

Natalia transformed my garage-sale-found wedding dress into my dream dress. All in all, she took out a layer of tulle, removed some of the gathering so I didn't look like a cupcake, added a bustle, and altered the bust... she was such a pleasure to work with and kindly guided my mom and I through the process. For example, I knew the dress was too poofy for my taste and figured I needed to take a couple layers of tulle out, Natalia came up with the idea of taking out only 1 layer then also taking out some of the gathering... the result was in all honesty a dress that I'd swear was custom made from scratch for me.. I loved loved loved it and felt so wonderful and comfortable on my wedding day. Oh, Natalia also pointed me in the direction of a well made bustier... invaluable information. The cost of all her work was just barely more than some of my bridesmaids spent on their alterations! SO SO SO SO SO worth the mild smoky scent that is easily removable with a little breathing room and spritz of perfume (worked for me at least). Since the wedding, I've brought in pants and 2 dresses for her to alter- she did a phenom job on all 3 and damn is she reasonable!! read more

Natalia is a great person, her dog is adorable, and she does exceptional work. Fair prices, quick turn around, and quality work. My wife and I will always use her- she's the best!! read more

Natalia is amazing- I brought in a dress on Wed afternoon that I needed to be taken in by Friday for a wedding and she was kind enough to help me out with out charging me up the A*S for it. Her work was flawless, and her prices are fantastic! I am so glad I found a decent tailor who is friendly, talented and has honest prices...HIGHLY recommended read more

I looked for a high quality tailor close to home and found Studio N on Yelp. Thus far, I've brought in a pair of jeans to be hemmed and a bridesmaid dress to be altered. Her prices have been reasonable. I spent $200 on a bridesmaid dress, but I was not pleased with the way it fit me. I went ahead and spent $40 more dollars to get it altered by Natalia so it would fit better and so that I would be willing to wear it again. Natalia came up with a few ideas to make the dress more flattering for my body type. It was well worth it. Natalia has been easily accesssible by phone and flexible with appointment times. She has been very friendly. Her store, with a yapping little guard dog at the front door, is inviting and filled with sunlight. All around, highly recommended! read more

Natalia is wonderful and does amazing work! I received her name from a friend who had Natalia tailor her wedding dress. I saw how fantastic of a job Natalia did on her dress so naturally I had to go to her for mine. I had to go back many times, and each time Natalia was awesome to be around and accommodating. She always made sure to find time to fit me in and to get the stitching just right. She made me look beautiful in my dress and can't thank her enough! I highly recommend her! read more

Absolutely wonderful service! Natalia was very professional from Day 1. Not only does she offer great prices, but she accommodated all of our requests with sincerity and motivation. I brought in a white wedding dress to wear for my Cotillion and it had much work to do! Natalia not only removed the original train for me, cleaned the dress, tailored it perfectly to my body, but she also had many genius ideas of ways to alter the dress to make it even more beautiful! read more

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My sister worked with Natalia on re-designing our mother's wedding dress into her own. Natalia was kind, funny, and accommodating. She was communicative about the time and cost of the work she was going to perform. Yes, the dog was the slightest bit annoying but I say just chalk it up to an eccentric quirk of the lady designing your clothes. There was no smell of smoke, no animal hair, she was a character in the best sense and appropriately professional. read more

I love Natalia! She is very sweet and listens to me, which most seamstresses don't do. I started going to her 4 years ago when we lived in the city, we have currently moved but I still drive 20 min to take my clothes to her cause she is the best. There have been many times I have taken dresses to her that I needed back asap and she has always made that happen for me. I love animals so her cat and dog do not bother me. read more

The first time I went to this shop, I had a very good experience. So I returned and once again the work was very good. I picked up my dress and took it home planning to wear it to dinner that night and it REEKED of smoke. Not a little, a lot! Spraying Febreze on it did not help. I immediately called the shop and was informed by Natalia, the owner, that I was the first person to complain about a smell on a garment. She said it might have something to do with the tenants living in the apartment upstairs who smoke. Unfortunately, my husband had just left 5 pairs of pants and we returned to pick them up and guess what? They all reek of smoke too. We have to have everything dry cleaned. I went back to the shop and there is an odor that permeates the entire store, that's why you can't smell it on the garments while you are in there. This is a real shame because Natalia does very good work at a reasonable price and I always support like to support neighborhood businesses. But if you take something there, be prepared to pay to have the item dry cleaned. Natalia will not reimburse you and would rather lose your business than make things right. read more