After extensive online research for a tailor in Dallas, I decided to try Unique Tailor out for a few simple alterations. My first round consisted of taking in the sides of a dress shirt. Walking in I was not prepared for the ensuing madness. Since it is a little shop, it was rather cramped with a line out the door and seamstresses hurriedly pinning people. I was a little skeptical to say the least, but I decided to stick with it. The measuring went well, and I felt a little rushed but not too much. I can't comment on turn around because I have not been in a rush for any of my items. When I received my shirt, it was very well tailored and fit excellently. So, I decided to take a round two.
Round two consisted of two more dress shirts taken in in the sides and sleeves. The same hurriedly process occurred, but there were very few people in the shop. I think this is where my personality of slow and methodical wants to chime in and disagree with the way things were done, but I do understand that time is money. When I received my shirts, one was a little too tight and one fit well. Neither fit as well as the first shirt. Fortunately, the fitting was not bad enough to warrant a re-alt. Frankly, I was a little nervous for it to be messed up beyond repair. I think if a little more time and care had been taken during fitting, the result would have been better.
For some reason, I decided to go for round three. Round three consisted of two pairs of pants taken in in the waist and seat. One was denim and the other cotton chino. Neither turned out well to be honest, but at this point I was losing hope for Unique Tailor. Again, I decided that the fit wasn't too bad since the denim is for relaxing and didn't warrant a perfect fit and the cotton chinos were not my favorite anyways.
I am a glutton for punishment, so I decided to send a round four for Unique Tailor to redeem themselves as a dependable tailor. This time I went bare bones with a simple hem on wool trousers. I specifically stated no break several times, even when being asked several times and receiving a questionable look. Alas, upon return these pants had very full breaks. The kicker is I had too much confidence and threw away the pink slip before trying them on.
I do not believe I will be back. I've tried several times and the results are hit and miss. Being that it is usually crowded and the fitting is rushed, I don't want to spend the time and money anymore. So what's my advice for you? If you are a man looking for some quick and easy alterations for a good price - check them out and you probably will have mixed results. Just be prepared to wait and then feel rushed depending on the time of day you go. But if you are looking for a proper tailor to really educate you on fit, ask questions, and put care and interest in you - you are not going to find it here. As far as pricing goes, it's fair for what you get, and if you happen to get a hit - it'll be worth it. However, I'm at the point now where I just want it done right so I don't look like a sloppy kid who doesn't care. read more