I cannot believe I am finally writing this review eight months after wearing my favorite dress ever. After my experience with Mary, I assumed I shared my excitement and love for her work MUCH sooner. Shame on me. Let me start off by saying that I had a short engagement and didn't start planning until three months after being engaged. From the time we locked in a date, venue, & dress, I had six months to get everything finalized. After a quick Google search, it was apparent that Mary is quite literally the best in the industry. I was lucky to have some great vendors along the way, but Mary was definitely in the top 2. I managed to get a slot in after a cancellation she had (same way I got my venue, haha). Thankfully everything worked beautifully with my timeline, and if it didn't, Mary sure made it feel that way. So this is your sign to send her that email and get in ASAP! From the first email to our last conversation in person, Mary detailed every step of the way. She was very detailed in exactly what alterations she was planning on and why. She initially even quoted me higher than she ended up charging me at pickup. I mean...what a delightful surprise that is before the wedding! Mary is also kind, relatable, and professional. I was able to take off and put on my dress with 100's of pins in it and not get pricked once. She takes Covid precautions very seriously so a mask and vaccination card are required (as of 9/3/2022). She also recommends taking lots of pictures and recording the bustle appointment so you don't run into any issues the day-of. I can't say enough great things about Mary and how I could fully trust the process with her. She turned a dress I really liked into a piece that I love and absolutely adore. In the end, it fit like a glove and never did she make me feel like I had to fit a certain criteria to achieve this feeling of adoration on my wedding day. And that my friends, you can't put a price on. read more

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Mary did an incredible job on my dresses! I had two Jenny Yoo dresses that needed big modifications. My reception dress needed the entire train chopped off and Mary added boning to really elevate the fit. Both of my dresses needed to be taken in, sleeves taken in, etc. Both fit amazingly and like a glove after Mary put her special touch on them. Mary is kind, patient, and extremely talented. I felt comfortable and in such great hands with her. My family and friends loved her shop and the entire process from beginning to finish. I cannot recommend Mary enough!! Thank you so much Mary! read more

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Mary is an incredible gem. My dress required extensive modifications, including taking it in many sizes at the waist, adding extra boning, modifying the straps, plus the typical hem+bustle. Mary figured out how to fix every problem we ran into with it, and went above and beyond over the course of our 4 fittings. The price was extremely fair for the amount of work that she needed to put into it, and I could feel the level of care she has for every single bride and dress. The end result fit like a glove, looked beautiful, and stayed in place perfectly through some very aggressive dancing. She books out far in advance, so if you have an upcoming wedding, contact her now! read more

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I brought in my custom made Allure wedding gown to Mary that needed quite a bit of work on the bust and sleeves. This was not an easy task because of all the lace. She did an AMAZING job and was so so kind through the entire process. She listens to any concerns and puts in so much thought. Mary was open about what needed to be done and extremely organized. The timing was great too. 10/10 experience and recommend her to any bride!! read more

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Mary was a dream to work with! A friend had used Mary for her wedding dress alterations and highly recommended her, but told me "contact her early." I am so glad I did because Mary, understandably, gets booked quickly, which speaks to the quality of her work. She was extremely detailed, which I appreciated, and was very transparent about every adjustment she needed to make to my wedding gown and what the cost would be. There were absolutely zero surprises in the process. The dress turned out better than I imagined. I received so many compliments and several of my guests said "this dress fits you perfectly, it's like you were sewn into it." I am so grateful to have benefitted from Mary's art and talent and would highly recommend her to any bride. read more

Mary is truly amazing, and I can't recommend her enough!! She did a stellar job making my dress look like it was custom made even though it was big in nearly every single area when I originally bought it. Even though we had to delay our wedding 3 times due to COVID, she was so flexible in adjusting the fittings accordingly. Mary is incredibly organized, confirming upcoming appointments through email, detailing every single change we discuss in written email notes and outlining all of the costs upfront so that there are no surprise expenses at the end. She will also tell you which alterations are must haves vs. nice to haves so that you can choose based on what you're comfortable with and your budget. She is super warm and friendly, making you feel comfortable throughout the entire process. For any bride in the Chicago area, I would highly recommend reaching out to Mary for your dress alterations!! read more

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Mary was amazing! I was initially nervous about finding someone to alter my dress in Chicago, as I had purchased it in Atlanta and wasn't able to fly back during the year to alter it at the bridal salon. My friend recommended the Alterationist and I am so happy she did because my dress could not have been in better hands. Mary is so dedicated to her work and her talent and attention to detail is incredible. She also is just really nice and easy to work with, she let my bridesmaid and I bring champagne to my first and last appointment, and was super kind to both of us. I am thrilled with how my dress turned out, I felt gorgeous the day of my wedding and that was thanks to Mary! read more

The Alterationist - The best day ever, with help from the Alterationist! - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Mary is a godsend. My Jenny Yoo wedding dress fit relatively well out of the gate, but Mary was able to make small tweaks that made it incredibly comfortable and fit like a glove. Her attention to detail is unparalleled! She not only fixed a lining that was slightly flipping out, she also removed a few finicky stitches on a section of lace that was scratching my back a bit. And she added a super simple bustle that made it possible for me to dance all night long. Mary's prices are very reasonable for the quality of work I received. She gives you a complete breakdown of costs at your first fitting so you know exactly what to expect, which is much appreciated for a bride with a budget. You will NOT regret your decision to choose Mary. FYI: Email her several months in advance because she's a one-woman shop! read more

This is where you should get your wedding dress altered! Don't waste your time with other shops reviews claims of being "reasonable"...really! I wasted so much time listening to other brides on yelp claiming they found a reasonable shop to alter their dress, until I found Mary. Her work is incredibly detailed and beautiful, she is a specialist in bridal gowns with more than a decade of experience and she is a really nice and fun person too. I always looked forward to our fittings, because I knew the work would be completed on time and I would have fun hanging out with her. She was honest and her price was so far below the closest quote I found it was insane! When the time came to pick up the dress, it was packed beautifully, all ready to go on the morning before my wedding. She helped me carry it to the car and it was EXACTLY the price she quoted me. Seriously, don't waste your time shopping around and head straight to the Alterationist with your dress! read more

The Alterationist - I wish I had "before" pictures of my dress, but the alterations Mary did made all the difference Photo by Veridical Photography - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'm just here to tack on another rave review for Mary and her amazing shop. I cannot begin to describe how much respect I have for her, when I started off simple enough with one easy dress from BHLDN and then I came to her a few months later with another wedding dress I planned to wear...and it was a massive ballgown ( I couldn't pass up the cost I received for it, it was meant to be!). Although it was overwhelming, she took both gowns on with enthusiasm and was able to finish both gowns by my April wedding date. She was totally honest about what she could and could not do, and her estimates on cost were pretty spot on. Her shop is quaint and intimate and Mary always made me feel welcome; like meeting an old friend again. I'll admit it was really hard to say goodbye on my wedding dress pickup date. Her spots fill fast, but I highly suggest going to her if you can! read more

The Alterationist - The most massive ballgown one ever did see, Mary took in the bodice about two inches and shortened the hem. - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This review is mostly a BIG Thank You note to Mary - she did such an amazing job altering my wedding dress! I did an extensive Yelp search to find an alterationist for my wedding gown (the store I purchased my dress at was going out of business) and was very impressed with Mary's consistent level of high reviews so I decided to take a chance on her. So glad I did. Mary is a professional - organized, friendly and easy to communicate and available promptly via email or phone. And she's just such a sweet, warm person! Example: 1 visit in and I had nightmares about my bustle choice - she suggested I come back in and we play around a bit more with it to make sure it was going to be exactly the way I wanted it. Well, I needn't have worried, it turned out even better than I had imagined it could down to every last detail. :) Definitely recommend going to Mary - she's the best! read more

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I went to Mary at the Alterationist to get my wedding dress altered for my August 2014 wedding. She was recommended to me from another friend that got her dress altered there. I was leery about going to the place I bought my dress because they didn't have good reviews. Mary was amazing! I'm so glad I went to her over anyone else! She made me feel so comfortable with the changes she was going to make! My dress had to be taken in about two sizes because when the dress was bought, the store measured me wrong, so I was nervous about how it would turn out. She did a fantastic job and by my 2nd fitting it was already fitting like a glove! Mary was such a nice person, and is VERY good at what she does. I even had to reschedule my last fitting at the last minute so my mom could be there and she was willing to do that for me! It turned out beautiful and my wedding was a dream because of it! read more

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I found The Alterationist on Yelp and a friend of mine also lives near Mary's Shop. Mary is so talented, it's hard to explain. My wedding dress had quite a bit of altering to do. I bought it a size too big, since it was the last one they had left. By the time we had our 3 fittings it fit like a GLOVE. Mary made me feel so comfortable - I felt like I could really tell her what I wanted and she did not miss a thing. By the time I picked up my dress I was hugging Mary and almost in tears (and I'm not the crying type). I was so thrilled with her work and will never go anywhere else. Thanks, Mary! You are a seamstress genius! read more

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There aren't enough words to describe the wonderful experience I had with Mary. She made my wedding gown dreams come true. I was so nervous to give my dress to someone to have them take it apart and put it back together as beautifully as it came. As soon as I met with Mary for my consultation I knew my dress was in good hands. She is very experienced and really helps make good suggestions about how to make the dress fit you perfect. I received so many compliments about how well my dress fit me. On top of her skill, Mary is an absolute sweet heart, and amazing person to work with. I couldn't recommend her more. read more

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Mary is the best. Being the first of my friends to get married, I was a complete noob at wedding dresses and fittings, but luckily found her through Yelp. She altered my dress perfectly, was an absolute joy to work with, and is kind, attentive, and reassuring. From day one I was incredibly happy with her, but she truly proved herself the best in the last two weeks before my wedding. I broke my foot just weeks before my wedding day. I knew that I would have to switch from heels to flats to make it through the day, and without hesitation Mary made very last minute alterations to my dress to allow me to wear flats instead of heels. The length was perfect- I wore my tennis shoes and foot brace with my dress and no one ever knew. I was able to walk and dance freely and feel comfortable while sporting one of the most beautiful dresses of all time. I cannot recommend Mary enough! read more

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I did a very heavy amount of research before choosing where to get alterations for my wedding dress and Mary surpassed my expectations. She is extremely organized, professional, and genuine. My dress fit like a glove at the end and looked perfect on my wedding day. I felt comfortable, confident, and beautiful. I would highly recommend Mary! read more

The Alterationist - Mary's awesome work! - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Mary was the first to respond to a few inquiries I'd made for alterations to my wedding dress. From the very first moment we spoke she was kind, honest and up front about timeline and prices, and knew exactly what she wanted/needed to do when she saw my dress. I LOVE her boutique. It is so cozy and welcoming and is a pure reflection of Mary. She could not have made me feel more confident or prepared to walk down the isle in the dress she altered. I would HIGHLY recommend Mary to anyone looking to have a perfectly fitting wedding dress on the most important day of their lives. read more

Mary was a dream to work with. She was so sweet and encouraging. On one appointment my girls couldn't be present to see how to bustle my dress so she took a million pictures and emailed them to me so I could show my ladies on the day of. Her prices were crazy affordable I looked amazing on my wedding day in no small part to Mary. Just make sure you reach out to her months before your event because girlfriend gets busy! read more

Finding the right professional to alter my wedding dress was a big and important decision. Before meeting with Mary I read pages of reviews before confidently reaching out. From the first interaction until the last I was never let down. Mary is a god send and so incredibly talented. My dress was very detailed and a size too big but Mary assured me that everything would be ok and she could make my dream dress fit like a glove. I had a few issues with my dress that had nothing to do with her (it was ordered too short) and she gave me few suggestions for solutions. She could have easily told me there was nothing she could have done to make it longer but instead she offered 2 great solutions and all ended up well! I had 4 fittings and every time I left more confident than the last (never questioning her work though). My last fitting (a week before I picked it up) she had to do a few more alterations to make it smaller and I was unable to try it on again. I wasn't even the least bit stressed picking up my dress because that's how confident I was in her work. She was very personable yet professional in every meeting and 100% worth every penny I paid and then some. Everyone complimented me on my dress and I even had someone take a picture of my dress with them when they were wedding dress shopping and I have Mary to thank for all the praise. read more

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If you need your wedding dress altered, you must go here. Mary was extremely kind, easy to work with, super responsive by email, and most importantly amazing at altering my wedding dress. My dress was not easy to alter (I'm super short and there was a lot of "stuff" to be done), but she did an outstanding job. The price was extremely reasonable, and best of all she was always transparent about the cost of each change we made. She made the alterations process manageable and fun. I miss going to her shop, she's seriously fun to chat with! read more

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Mary was a magician with my dress. I brought her a much too big sample, and she hand-stitched and cut and sewed it to fit me perfectly! I was so so happy with my wedding dress, and would not have taken it off it was it my choice. Mary is very patient, and a wonderful listener. She's full of ideas, but always takes your into consideration first. Her studio is very convenient, as are her appointment schedules (just remember to book her early!). I also loved that she takes electronic payments - very easy! Mary made dress alterations a cinch - I never had to worry, because I knew it was in capable, confident hands. Thanks so much Mary! read more

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Mary to the rescue!! I absolutely LOVED my dress when I bought it the only problem was that it needed a ton of alterations. I'm a petite girl (5'1") and Mary truly worked her magic on the dress! It fit like a glove once she was done with it. I had read reviews about how fast she books up so I made sure to reach out to her well in advance to schedule a consultation appointment. From there we had about 3-4 fittings. Each time, Mary was patient, kind, and diligent. That is what set her apart from the other alteration shops I visited prior to moving forward with her. I would absolutely recommend Mary 1,000x over! THANK YOU, MARY!! read more

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Mary could not have been more reliable, responsive, kind and wonderful to work with. Even though she is a very busy business owner (seriously her shop is full of dresses) she got back to me immediately and would remind me of appointments (I was used to having to do that for my other vendors). I'm 4"11' and chose a dress with a very deep V. Making it look romantic, but not overly sexy wasn't a small order. She made my dress fit me perfectly. Everything stayed in place, I danced, ate and was out way too late with it on and not one thing was out of place at the end of the night. All the beading stayed on and I was comfortable! I would use Mary again in a heartbeat. Adorable shop too! read more

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If I could give Mary 100 stars I would do it in a second! She is absolutely amazing to work with and made my dress somehow even more beautiful than when I bought it. It fit me like a glove! She is so responsive to every email and is very detailed in her recommendations and next steps after each appointment. She is truly a professional and is the best of the best, which you can tell from the hundreds of dresses hanging in her shop. Definitely make an appointment at least 6 months in advance to get in. I called in February and she only had an appointment available in April during the week! (my wedding was in September). I never felt like she was overselling me and she always laid out options at different price points when necessary. THANK YOU, THANK YOU for making me feel like a princess on my special day. She is worth every single penny and highly, highly recommended. read more

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When I purchased a gorgeous,but slightly too big dress, I was told I absolutely had to see Mary, The Alterationist, for alterations. Being the yelper that I am, I of course checked her yelp reviews only to find glowing praises. My review will be no different. Mary is not only amazingly talented at what she does, but she's also just a really nice person! I was having an issue with my dress and Mary came up with multiple solutions to address the problem. I was also on a time crunch, and rather than turning me away she worked with me and has been an absolute delight to work with. I highly recommend Mary for all your alteration needs. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and friendly demeanor will win you over! read more

Upside of losing 30 odd pounds? Less sweat, less effort, less looking like an inflated Thanksgiving day parade float of yourself. Downside? None of your suits or jackets fit. Along comes Mary... I really can't emphasize enough how great it is to have a perfectly tailored suit. People notice. You look more like James Bond and less like the Bar Mitzvah boy. Mary is great -- my crappy old suits looked beautiful and were ready to go when I got them back. She was realistic about how long it would take, and her prices sure beat buying all new clothes. read more

As a petite-ish gal who rounds up to 5' tall, I have to alter so many of the clothes I buy. The dress I bought to wear to our rehearsal dinner was no different -- too long and the straps needed adjusting. It was hanging in my closet until I stumbled upon this shop near my house, so I decided to take a chance and have the alterations done there instead of my usual tailor. I'm so glad I did! Not only is Mary super nice, but she did a great job with that dress and she had it done in about a week. My now-husband also brought in some pants for her to hem, and she was able to turn them around in a day. Not sure how I got so lucky to find such a great tailor within walking distance, but I'm not complaining! read more

I researched a few places before deciding where to take my wedding dress for alterations and could not be happier with my decision to go to The Alterationist. Mary is a gem. She is a true professional and a delight to work with. She listens carefully and makes educated decisions on what will look best for YOU. I would recommend her to anyone. I ordered my wedding dress from eBay/China and paid about $150 for it. With that, came some fitting challenges. Mary was able to work around every issue and produced a flawless product. I couldn't be happier! The french bustle was gorgeous and she made my dress fit me great and feel beautiful. Additionally, her prices are EXTREMELY reasonable and fair! With her charm/personality/care/prices, you wont find a better value in the city. Thank you, Mary! read more

The Alterationist - Mary worked wonders with this dress. Thank you! - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had my wedding dress altered here. It was cute, but really full, in that it had 5 layers of tulle. Mary cut out the layers, hemmed it, and took it in a bit. This dress couldn't have been easy to work with. It was hard to tell what was going to be the right amount of fullness. She ended up having to put a layer back in. Through every fitting she was very relaxed, attentive, and had great suggestions for how it should fit. She's fair about her prices as well. And, she put up with my friends filling up the shop. The whole experience was perfect. read more

Hello brides to be! Mary is absolutely an amazing seamstress and wonderful person! You are in great hands. I purchased a beautiful, completely beaded and detailed Lazaro gown from Glamour Closet. As it is a one-size only store, it was about two sizes too big when I bought it. When I came in for my initial consultation (July for a February wedding) I was convinced I had bought the wrong dress as it would never be able to fit me properly with all the work that needed to be done. Mary assured me that we could make it work, and she was right! She is a miracle worker. She was also INCREDIBLY patient with all my e-mails along the way, assuring me every step of the process and being so transparent, easy to work with, as she is a kind and patient person even when dealing with crazy, anxious brides like myself! Exactly what a bride needs during the most stressful time of her life! I had so much anxiety over the fit of this dress and Mary did a phenomenal job. On the day of the wedding it fit me like a glove and everyone still compliments me on the dress! Mary is awesome! read more

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Mary is incredible. Kind, knowledgable, compassionate--she worked wonders with my dress AND fixed my veil so I didn't end up looking like bridezilla. I bought my dress in Kansas City from a boutique that sells sample designer gowns. It was a gamble, because not only as the dress several sizes too big, it needed some serious simplifying. There were jeweled buttons down the back and lace/crystal appliques around the drop waist and the top of the dress that were just not me! But Mary caught my vision, simplified the dress, and altered it to a fit that made the dress seem like it was made for me. I need to say too, that Mary worked some magic with the bust portion of my dress. A huge reason I bought this dress was because of the incredible support it would offer. I have a big bust for my frame and really didn't want cleavage on The Day. A few darts and tucks, shaving the boning in the front, and Mary gave me a dress that helped me feel like I was wearing the dress instead of the dress wearing me. Mary, I cannot thank you enough for your kindness through this process. Knowing that my dress was in capable hands was a sweet relief in a season full of unexpected stressors. Thank you! read more

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Just had a fitting with my sister with Mary Christine and she was amazing! She was so lovely to chit chat with while my sister was trying on the dress, and is so skilled. I can't wait to see the final product next year. I highly recommend! read more

I purchased a dress at a Brides against Breast Cancer event and it was at least 3 sizes to big, I met with several seamstresses, but Mary was the only person who asked me in depth questions about my vision for my dream wedding dress. She then used my vision to alter the dress. After I decided to use Mary, I had 3 fittings. At each fitting Mary was attentive to my input and the small details that helped to make my dress beautiful. At the last fitting the dress had been transformed and was beautiful. It fit perfectly, was the perfect length and flowed just the way I had envisioned it would. Mary was attentive, patient and friendly which made the entire experience stress free and very positive. I left with the dress that was perfect for me. It was a pleasure working with her and I would highly recommend Mary to anyone who in need of alterations to their wedding dress. read more

The Alterationist - My dress fit perfectly! - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

When I purchased my gown, my bridal salon gave me three suggested names for where to have my dress alterations done. My first stop was to sift through all the reviews. When I got to Mary at The Alterationist, it was obvious I didn't need to look any further. There's a reason she has perfect reviews across every single platform - her work is impeccable and she's friendly and organized. Like others have mentioned, if you want to work with her, you need to reach out well in advance of your wedding. For my July 2019 wedding, I reached out in summer 2018 to set up an initial consultation sometime in the fall. We then set up a series of fittings starting around March, and Mary made sure to touch base with me before each one to see if I had any questions or if I needed to make any changes to the appointment time. I had purchased a sample Lazaro dress, and it fit me pretty well but definitely needed some work. Mary added a bustle, hemmed it, fixed the shoulders, and took in a fair amount on the sides and around the bust to make it fit me perfectly. It had several layers of fabric that each needed individual attention, and some really intricate lace on the outer layer, but Mary handled it like the total pro that she is. She also worked with the inner layers and built up the bust so that it was a little more structured; without that work, the inner lining was kind of like a loose slip that would get twisted easily. I wasn't even thinking about lining placement on my wedding day because it fit so well. In sum, if you can get in with Mary, DO IT. It's money well spent for making your dress look perfect AND your peace of mind. read more

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I am overdue in my well=deserved 5-star review of Mary...she did OUTSTANDING work on my dress for my November 2016 wedding! I was fortunate to find a beautiful, yet very simple, dress from BHLDN (at an unbeatable price - so that I could spend more on shoes!), but it needed a ton of work to remove some of the excessive fabric. At 5'2" the dress originally swallowed my petite frame, and it needed more than just a simple hemming. Mary was thorough, patient, and a total pleasure to work with...and, she did wonders with my dress! read more

The Alterationist - ...the after! With removal of fabric at the waist, adjustment of the entire torso of the dress, an appropriate hem, and a simple bustle! - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I cannot say enough awesome things about Mary! I bought a sample dress that required more than the average amount of tweaks. Mary was extremely flexible in adding in an additional fitting to make sure the dress was perfect. Throughout the process, Mary was fun to talk to, professional, and very detail oriented. It's nice to leave something in someone else's hands throughout the wedding planning process with no worries. Mary even suggested tweaks that I would never have thought of, which ended up making parts of my dress so pretty. In the end the dress was absolutely perfectly fit and beautifully amended. I will definitely recommend Mary to any bride to be! read more

Mary is my girl!!!!!! She did a great job on my gown and was always very clear with communication. Now she's talking with my friend about her gown and she's been incredibly helpful to her too. Her studio is small, but intimate. She makes you feel right at home and she's just a fun person to chat with and get to know. I am so glad I went with Mary for my alterations. She is also very reasonably priced and creative. She came up with something for my gown that I would not have thought of - pinning some of the gown up on one side to add a little flair. Hard to explain in text, but it turned out so beautiful! Thank you Mary! (Also I love the hershey kisses she has - always a little treat as I leave!) read more

I have had nothing but good experiences bringing in clothes to be altered by Mary. Over the last year and a half she has hemmed several pairs of expensive designer pants as well as cutting and sewing up the pant pockets to prevent those ugly lines being seen through the material. I have brought in a few dresses, a maxi and bridesmaid dress, to be shortened and straps adjusted. Her prices are reasonable, the store workroom and dressing room are cute and clean, and metered street parking is relatively easy to find on weekdays. read more

Mary did a wonderful job altering my wedding dress!! During my consultation, she quickly assessed what had to be done to my dress to make it fit perfectly. The costs were reasonable and she spelled out clearly what exactly she was going to do in-person and via email after our consultation. Her workmanship is impeccable and I couldn't be happier with the final product! She's incredibly friendly and professional. read more

I discovered the Alterationist about a year back via random internet perusing. Wow, what a find. I've never had clothes fit so well, and altered at such a fair price. Dry-clean shop fixes are fine and dandy if you just need, say, a hem, but what makes this place great is their level of proficiency. Also, being a bit younger, the two gals here have a sense of style and understand how you will want your piece to fit. This is all not to mention that's it's a locally run small business, has a great location, with an extremely friendly owner. My 5'6" self plans on returning here regularly, or at least until 90's fashion comes back in to play, which, hopefully never happens. read more