All I can say is wow...... I needed my motorcycle leathers tailored to fit my skinny legs. They feel and look as if they're right off the shelf, couldn't tell that they were altered at all. I couldn't be happier I will definitely return read more

Wow I cannot recommend VIP alterations enough - they saved my wedding dress. After my alterations at VIP I brought my dress to the dry cleaner (it was dirty because I bought it off the rack). When I picked up the dress 5 days before my wedding I discovered the dry cleaner had CUT the bustle off the dress. The dry cleaner attempted to sew on a new bustle which ended up being unusable (the back of the dress was being pulled down). I then scrambled and brought the dress back to VIP alterations hoping they would be able to redo the bustle before my wedding day. Alberto was fantastic. Not only did his team re-sew the bustle FOR FREE he was so calm and reassuring. It was such a sense of relief amidst the chaos of the wedding week. Cannot recommend VIP alterations enough! read more

My highest recommendations to all brides - if you need to tailor your dress definitely go to VIP alterations. Starting from the wonderful customer service, to the impeccable attention to detail your dress will be given. I had gone here after being told from the bridal boutique that I would only be needing a bustle. The dress looked good before going to VIP Alterations but after the friendly suggestions they had - my dress went from good fitting to Amazing. Nothing was pressured and they only made recommendations that elevated my dress and I'm so happy I came here. The prices are great and I will take all future dresses here. read more

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They are amazing!! Highly recommend. Very professional & so welcoming. If you are looking for a wedding gown alteration, this is the place!!

I had first came here to get my wedding dress altered in February 2020 (right before COVID). I had to return ONE year later with the same dress to be altered. I was so nervous it was no longer going to fit me. Alberto pulled a miracle with my dress! He was able to alter my dress with the few inches I had gain during that past year. He did such an amazing job and his pricing is very fair with the amount of detail my wedding dress had. Him and his wife are the sweetest people ever. They made me feel right at home. Alberto even altered my mom's dress for my wedding as well. Both our dresses came out picture perfect. I highly recommend you ladies come here to get your wedding dress altered or any other alteration for that matter! Please see the pictures I included of my dress and my mom's! Thank you so much Alberto. I hope to be back again soon with all my alteration needs. read more

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Wish I could give zero stars. Horrible experience. I should have read the reviews from previous brides on here before I went to this place. I'm shocked that the place where I bought my wedding dress from down the street, and had a great experience with, recommended this place. The owner is beyond arrogant, disrespectful, and makes you feel terrible when it's supposed to be an exciting experience. The first thing he did was show off his two degrees, as if he thought he was some designer in Paris during fashion week. Then he preceded to tell us that he would tell us his vision for the dress and then I could tell him mine. The place I bought my dress told me I only needed minor alterations. He stated this extra work that needed to be done and then gave us a ridiculous price close to what I bought the dress for. We were still planning on continuing with the alterations, despite how uncomfortable he already made me feel. I asked if he could maybe loosen one part that he had pinned too tight and he told his assistant to go bring over a sign that said he could refuse service to anyone, as if I had to agree with exactly what he wanted to do with my dress despite what my "vision" was and despite all of the money we would have had to pay him. So upset he soured this wedding dress experience for me but so glad I didn't end up letting this horrible man touch my dress. I agree with other brides on here that said they really feel like he would have ruined their dress and their experience if they let this place alter their dress. There are a million other places to get alterations. Avoid this place and their horrible customer service. REPLY TO THE OWNERS COMMENT: Maybe you should have gotten a degree in customer service too. If you consider asking questions such as, "will my chest show when I'm dancing" and "will you be able to take out a part that wrinkles" rude then sure. Of course we were going to question your professional opinion because it was a lot of money, a dress I want to be perfect and I've never worked with you before, and luckily never will. Clearly there's a reason you feel you need to be so defensive with the negative reviews people have given. Good luck with your small business. read more

I heard of VIP Alterations through my bridal shop, now I will not go anywhere else! Everyone is so sweet and helpful. I needed my wedding dress brought in and hemmed, and they did an amazing job. Highly recommend for your alteration or tailoring needs! read more

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I want to say thank you to Alberto and his team. I got my dress altered for my wedding by him and he is absolutely the best. His wife is such a lovely person as well. I was so happy how my wedding dress alterations came out to be. You will not be disappointed if you use them. read more

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I'm gonna be nice as I know this is a small business however, I'm going to be honest. Long story short: I went in to get alterations done here as I had years before. Years ago I had a positive experience and was happy and felt the pricing was fair and therefore decided to return. This time was TOTALLY different. I was not treated kindly (and I will leave it at that) so I decided to go elsewhere. But when I went to get my alterations done at Nordstrom I found out that this place was charging me 3x the cost then NORDSTROM was charging me for the EXACT same alterations. Nordstrom charged me $73 for all the alterations I wanted and this place quoted me over $200, it made me feel that I could no longer support this small business and I couldn't help but feel taken advantage of. Please shop around. The work from Nordstrom was absolutely beautiful and they got my item to me 3 days sooner than this place promised. I try my best to shop local and small businesses, unfortunately this one will no longer be one I can support. Disappointing. Response to owners comment: Now you've made me angry! Instead of taking responsibility for your gross overcharging, you make excuses. The work I received from Nordstrom was FANTASTIC. I didn't mention this in my other comments but I went to another "small business" tailor and they quoted $8 LESS than Nordstrom, however I wanted to go with Nordstrom just because I felt better going with a bigger named company for customer service and quality control. While I can understand a small business charging a bit more than say Nordstrom, NOT THREE TIMES MORE! Not to mention, you treated me like complete trash, tossing (throwing) my item at your assistant because you got mad when I said I wasn't going to go with you. SO UNPROFESSIONAL! I tried to be kind in my review but your response of excuse making for price gauging is unacceptable. Also, you have many other reviews on here stating your prices are too high. One star. read more

I want to thank Alberto and his team of professionals for the alterations made to my favorite blazer and suit. I would like to share that I also took an additional suit to Alberto which required similar alterations. However after examining my navy suit, Alberto identified a few areas of the fabric which were faded and deteriorating. Alberto said alterations could be made to the navy suit, but he strongly recommended investing in a new suit instead. I was unaware that my navy suit was in bad shape, but I am sincerely appreciative of Alberto's honesty. I highly recommend Alberto and his team of professional tailors. read more

Excellent service. Excellent customer care! Had a short notice request after realizing that, well...my suit pants needed for an important meeting just 3 days away on the east Coast didn't fit anymore! Walked into VIP Alterations on Wednesday and picked up two pair of perfectly fitting pants the early the next day. I can't say enough good things about the VIP Alterations team! They certainly understood my immediate needs and delivered. The entire process of reviewing my current fit, conducting measurements and paying for the alterations took no more than 10 minutes! That's again team. I'll certainly be back the next time I need an alteration. read more

I bought my dressing thinking I really loved it. Once I took it in to VIP alterations and they did their magic I fell in love with my dress even more. The team here did such an incredible job on making my dress for my body. Every detail of the dress was still there, it was like the dress wasn't even altered. I thought it was going to take weeks and weeks to fix the dress but it was a total of 3 weeks getting my dress back. Of course I was nervous taking my wedding dress in for someone to alter it but they put all my worries at ease and everything was altered to perfection. I couldn't recommend this place more. I had to drive over 30 minutes to get here but every minute of it was worth it! read more

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I needed an alteration for a letterman's jacket I bought. It was a complicated piece of work to say the least. But this place...Alberto got it done. The jacket came out exactly as he said it would. Upon closer inspection, I can't find a single blemish or mistake. He does quality work and the price for that work is fair. I would definitely recommend this establishment to anyone looking for quality work done on their attire. read more

Alberto, did a wonderful job tailoring a suit and shirt for me. I've used him in the past but this is my first review. Highly recomended!

Was initially going to go around the cornier to TLC but the seamstress was extremely rude on the phone. Thankfully we found VIP alterations. The place is so cute inside and they welcomed us with excellent customer service and reasonable prices. Truly appreciate you accommodating a same-day request during your busy wedding season ! read more

We didn't end up using VIP, mainly because the guy we spoke to on the phone was not very friendly and didn't want to spend 30 seconds answering questions. We decided to hold off making an appt to go in. He was highly recommended but we went with someone else. read more

I went to VIP alterations for the first time and was so happy with the alterations Alberto made to my dress. He and his wife are lovely and so kind and personable. I was so impressed with the quick turn around (ready the next day) and how my dress fit perfectly! He didn't even take measurements he just looked at it and said we can add a piece here and around the neck line. The neckline was too low and very revealing. He was able to add my trim and you can't even tell. It's absolutely beautiful! See attached pictures - where he added under the arms bc it was too tight and around the neckline! I highly recommend him. read more

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After having a disastrous experience with Bella Bridal Couture, the team at VIP Alterations did everything in their power to make my dress look absolutely beautiful. They did probably 3 months' worth of alterations appointments in 3 weeks' time, made me gorgeous custom sleeves, and made my dress look absolutely perfect for my wedding day. Thank you so much for everything! read more

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Amazing work! Took a suit in that I had originally had the men's warehouse tailor. It was a night and day difference. The suit looked amazing when I got it back! read more

High quality. Prompt. Taking a star off because it's hard to get an apt sometimes and delivery times are long. read more

Well, I take back what I said about the manager being a nice guy. As you can see, his professional side is shining through. Attached is a picture of me messaging him before I came in to the store to get my jeans tailored. Now he's claiming I "left the review for the for the wrong store." Guess the manager cannot take criticism in the slightest. AVOID this place. read more

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I had a very positive experience with this tailor and his staff. He was kind, encouraging and thorough. I am an older, first-time bride and with age comes an aged figure... VIP made me feel just that - like a VIP and made the dress fit me as if it were custom made just for me. I'm not really a dress wearer, but they made the entire process simple, streamlined and enjoyable. My schedule is very complicated and they worked with me for each appointment. As others have indicated their prices are higher, but the work and the experience made it worth every cent. I have experienced less than skilled alterations before and the difference is far superior. I will be returning for any other alterations needed in the future. read more

I was In need of my wedding dress getting altered and I was blown away. Amazing work my dress came out beautifully! They are so kind highly recommend. read more

The only place I will ever get my alterations is with Alberto. He is a master in his art!!!! My fiance is getting her wedding dress altered at this location and he did a beautiful job with my suit. Made me look like a million bucks! read more

While I don't have 100% success rate through Yelp, but rest assured it is well into the 90th percentile, going to VIP Alterations was one of the times where looking on Yelp paid off... not only once, but twice. I not only had success, but I recommended VIP to my daughter, and she, too, was very pleased. Both of us had brought our wedding gowns, hers as the maid of honor, and mine as mother of the bride, to be altered. We purchased our gowns from different places, but the bottom line was the same...... we wanted to look pretty, but the style of the gown wasn't necessarily figure flattering when we got them. My daughter didn't need that much done, but she hated how hers fit in the waistline. Once Alberto (or whoever did the actual work) finished with her dress, she was completely satisfied and relieved that it didn't look "boxey" as she put it. The end result was slimming to her already slim figure, and she definitely looked lovely. As for mine, it needed to be taken in at the bust, it needed hemming with not one, but THREE layers of chiffon, and I wanted thin bejeweled straps added to the top. Whichever person actually worked on my dress, they did a very nice job with the straps and taking in the dress, and the 3 layers were perfectly hemmed and even. I probably would have liked another inch off the bottom because I kept stepping on the dress when I actually wore it, but honestly, it was still fine. I do disagree with other Yelpers who state that they are inexpensive. I found it to be very much on the expensive side, BUT I am not complaining. They fixed my dress to my liking, and I am always willing to pay good money for a job well done...... and it was. I just feel it needs to be reported that they aren't that cheap, that's all. They did a lot to my dress, and it ended up costing me here a little more than double the amount from what I initially paid..... but again, it was worth the extra expense to have it the way I ultimately wanted. I would call upon this place in a heartbeat if I ever am in need of special alterations again. The only thing is, do not wait until the last minute. This is one busy place (because they are so good), so plan ahead and give them time to get your job done well !! read more

Unbelievable work. When i came in with my dress I thought I would just need a few small changes, but unfortunately my dress was a mess! The bottom was unevenly cut 3 inches longer on one side and the top was WAY too big. I also wanted sleeves made for my ceremony. I went in for my first fitting, and by the time i was back for my 2nd fitting i felt like it was a brand new dress. You could not tell where the alterations were made, he removed and reapplied all of the detail, and the bottom was absolutely perfect. I brought in fabric and he made my sleeves from scratch. I stood as he pinned it and then sewed it together while i was there, i left and when i came back for the finish product, it looked as if the sleeves were specifically made for that dress, not made as an additional piece. His prices were VERY Reasonable and quality of work is unbelievable. read more

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Update: The draping on the bodice now sags so I have to get it altered a SECOND time.

I could not be happier with my alterations for both my engagement dress and my wedding dress! The business is run by family and are hard workers and such kind, good people. Alberto the owner is a perfectionist and it shows in his work!! That's why he's the best!!!! read more

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I got a size 16 wedding dress off the rack and these amazing folks were able to make it fit my size 2 body like a glove. My grandma was even floored by how great of a job they did seeing the end result after being there to help me pick it out. Also they were super friendly and lovely to work with. I highly recommend:) read more

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Alberto is amazing! I called him 6 days before my wedding for alterations. He worked miracles! His wife and assistant are also amazing! They are sweet, attentive, and deliver exceptional customer service! All I can say Is that you get what you pay for! I will absolutely go to him for any future needs! Muchísimas gracias señor Alberto! Estoy eternamente agradecida con usted por toda su ayuda! read more

Excellent service. Friendly family style tailors. They took time to show us how to properly bustle the wedding dress. They saved the lace scraps. They offered us water. Nice experience. read more

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Had a wonderful experience! Alberto got my off-the-rack & way-too-big wedding dress to fit like a glove! Highly recommend! read more

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Terrible service and they fat shame you. As a bride it is very stressful getting married and finding the right wedding dress. I went here as they had great reviews and after they altered my dress they said are you going to lose weight? I said I am doing my best. Then the owner of the shop and her daughter decided to speak in spanish about how fat I was. I spoke back in Spanish and said excuse me?!?? I have never been so humiliated in my life. To top it all off there were people in the waiting room listening to this conversation and were staring at me. This was the worst experience of my life. read more

Went in to get a top fixed. Everyone there was super friendly, attentive, and helpful. He fixed my top right away and even showed me how he did it. I was so impressed he did it right then and there. Definitely suggest coming here if you want the best service ! :) read more

Unfortunately this was not a good experience. Both my daughter and I went in with alterations..a total of 3 garments. We had been recommended by a friend . My (adult) daughter had some dress pants, that were loose in the waist, and a romper that just needed the straps tightened.I had a long evening dress that needed hemming. A very young woman measured, in retrospect I am guessing she is a trainee.. All 3 were incorrect!!! The hem of my dress was clearly uneven and hitting the floor on one side. Both items for my daughter were way too tight. They were corrected, without a smile... I would NOT be writing this if they had apologized or been gracious.. It seems they only do alterations if you pay beforehand..Ive never heard of this, but can see they've experienced people not happy with the result perhaps. These were straightforward alterations that should have been correct the first time. I understand mistakes happen, but their lack of grace and basic manners left us displeased and disappointed. A SIMPLE APOLOGY GOES A LONG WAY!!!! read more

What an amazing experience. Incredibly honest. The work done to my wedding dress was anything but perfect. When I originally purchased my dress online I never bothered to take a look at it. The first time i tried it on was for our first fitting in Jan 2019. That's when I realized the top and bottom were two different colors. I was explained with full honesty how yes the top could be altered BUT a) the coloring was off and b) if the alters did occur it would not be very flattering. I personally prefer a more direct response and was grateful for the honesty. I left the shop with a goal in mind to find a top. About a month goes by and I find one ! I go back in and they took care of me. The top was 2 sizes to large however it was sized to fit me perfectly. My dress length was shortened ( and boy did it have a lot of layers ). The bustle was created in 3 layers and it was simple gorgeous. The staff helped walk me through the bustle portion as there were a few layers and I need the practice. The day of the wedding I put the dress on and it fit just perfectly. I highly recommend And will say I will not go anywhere else for any and all future alterations. read more

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This was heaven for my wedding! They bustled my train and fitted my dress perfectly to me, so that I could be comfortable and dance the night away. They made everything perfect for me and I highly recommend them for all of your dress needs. read more

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I took my wedding dress to be altered at VIP alterations and I could not be happier! They take pride in their work and it definitely shows. They walked me through all the alterations, which gave me the confidence that my dress would be altered correctly and I was very happy with the final product. Thank you so much! read more

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I was referred here by the place I bought my wedding dress. Initially I read all the reviews and was impressed/excited to go in and get a quote and start alterations. I bought my dress very large so I knew it would be a lot of work and was expecting a higher cost. I am not sure I believe all these 5 star reviews. I found him to be pushy, really applied the pressure on me and was dishonest. He told me 60% of it was due this week so I asked if I could take my dress with me until I came up with the money. He told me to leave it there. He then added it was cash only, no credit card. I told him i couldnt do cash, so then he said he can do cash upfront, credit card for the remainder. I again said I couldnt do cash, he then told me his credit card machine was broken and it "may" be fixed in a week or so but that "we could see" but for now its cash. I do payment processing for a living and know if a machine is broken, you can fix it within 24 hours. I asked for my dress back several times and denied me each time. I ended up leaving without my dress and had to pick it up 3 days later. This experience was stressful, he was pushy and really applied sales tactics/pressure. this place wasn't for me, disappointed in the recommendation. read more

Tailored my dress is less than 12 hours! They were awesome! Highly recommend! They also have comfortable rooms to change which is nice! read more