I came into the union square shop with a Burberry trench coat that was a little large in the chest but fit in the shoulders and was helped out by Sinai. He made the adjustments while making it seem like it had come off the rack that way and did a very proper job. He and the rest of the team were very pleasant to work with and made the fitting/pickup process painless. Also, if you speak Spanish Sinai can speak it as well if communicating in English is not your first language :)
The tailors at Alteration Specialists are top notch and their amazing customer service is beyond compare! When one of my pieces needed to be taken in a little bit more, the tailor shop manager, Ben, swooped in and got it done in less than 15 minutes without me even asking. I’ve used them for opening night dresses and now for all my wedding attire. I trust their work and professionalism and highly recommend them!
I bought a beautiful 1960s chiffon dress that was in fairly good condition but needed alterations around the bust and some small repairs where the chiffon had worn. After some research on a tailor who could handle sensitive vintage clothing, I decided on Alteration Specialists and had the good fortune of having Bibi work on the dress. She was so funny and sweet and had such a good eye that she let me know that the dress had been previously worked on, and not well. Not only did she make the alterations and repairs, she also reinforced areas that were previously hand sewn (like the side zipper) so I wouldn’t have to worry about the dress holding up long term. Will definitely be back!
Super professional and amazing work. Not an average tailor- will work with the structure of the clothing piece to ensure a perfect fit, but also to keep the original look and intent of the piece in tact. Have taken both formal pieces and casual here with only amazing results- will only come here for work on high end pieces.
Ive been going to AS for years, and the tailoring is reliable, but today was very disappointing from a customer service perspective. I had to ask the employees to wear their masks, and they were none too pleased about it. One joked is there a fire? and had to be asked more than once before finally putting masks on. Pretty disappointed considering I am visibly pregnant, have been a long time customer, had made an appointment especially to minimize contact with people, and their prices are $$$$$.
These tailors don’t have competitive pricing and overcharges for specific alterations that shouldn’t even cost as much as they list it. You have tailors that charge much less and do better jobs. Just because it’s expensive don’t mean the job that needs to be done is automatically good. Never going back there again feel like I wasted money. Word to the wise look for other tailors first who can see if they could do your alteration and try to find the one that charges reasonable prices before coming here.
Ben!!!!! He’s amazing. I ordered a Zimmermann skirt a size too big because I loved it so much and he did an incredible job. Fits like a glove. Would trust them with any piece!
Overpriced for the job they did. Had to ask them to sew my item again when I was picking it up as they tried to give it to me incomplete. Also didnt last long, went to another tailor to redo.
Incredible service with Lasha. I came in with a few pieces to alter and a pair of silk pants i had torn and he made them look somehow better than before. Also he custom fit my favorite pair of jeans.. super excited to share his work with my friends. 10/10 would recommend
Awesome work. Everyone was very polite and funny Timey and no hidden fees 😎.
Great NYC tailor! Ben was quick and really helped me out of a bind. Highly recommend
In moving to New York, I was anxious to find replacements for services I frequently used; including a tailor who specializes in designer clothing. After much research and finding a recommendation from Vogue, I sought out Alteration Specialists in Union Square. Lasha not only tailored my pants to perfection, he also discussed all my options and made me feel at ease that he was going to care for my items with great attention to detail. Designer clothing is an investment and if you are looking for tailors who care about this investment, I highly recommend Lasha and the Alteration Specialists. They truly care about their clients happiness.
Great services. I highly recommended Ben. He is an impeccable tailor, professional and a pleasure to work with. Every garment was altered to perfection and ready before deadline.
This place saved my wedding dress! After the original tailor at the bridal store told me it couldn’t be taken in anymore but it was still too baggy in the stomach, I thankfully found this place a week before the wedding. They turned the dress around in about 3 days and completely fixed the issue - the dress ended up looking fantastic. They are definitely not cheap, but are completely worth it in my opinion! Would highly recommend.
They go so quickly! I was running behind for a wedding out of state and they turned around a full hem and thick strap shortening in less than a week. I also appreciated how many payment options they have. You can even pay using Venmo. I want to say my whole hem/strap alteration was about $70, which was the most reasonable price quote I got in the area. If youre lucky, you can snag a parking spot up front, but there are also metered spots on the neighboring streets.
Ive been using Alteration Specialists since 2015. Top-notch tailoring and all-around friendly service. I recently had to bring back a winter jacket because the sleeves werent quite right (the first time that has ever happened, by the way). Ben immediately saw the problem and fixed my coat while I waited. It was pouring rain with temps in the low 30s later that evening and I was very grateful to have that coat! I highly recommend Alteration Specialists.
Always excellent service. The quality of Luxe Tailors without the unaccountably outlandish prices. Highly, highly recommended.
Megan contacted me via email about their services and they seemed like a good option for a busy professional like me. But I couldnt have been more wrong. I took it as a good sign that I needed to wait 10 days to come in for measurements, but I soon learned it was all a ruse. The alterations they told me would take 3 days, took more than 2 weeks. When I picked up the suit, theyd done such a poor job--some of the stitching was a different color than the original, the hem was uneven, and they must have used an embroidery needed--there were literally holes where theyd stitched. When I complained, suddenly they couldnt have been more rude and disrespectful. Id have refused to pay, but I was worried they wouldnt let me take the suite to another tailor. And I paid a fortune for their shoddy work! But the other tailor said the fabric was ruined--that is unless youre short enough to cover the hems ruined fabric and skinny enough to cover the ruined fabric on the waist.Apparently they have an army of Megans working for them: Megan Lews, Megan Coleman, Megan Zigler, Megan Price, Megan Harper, Megan Rapaport, etc. because they KEEP FLOODING MY INBOX, which Ive asked them multiple times to stop doing.Id give them zero stars if I could. Jerks.
This is one of those services that you just never thought existed. Once you use them, you will never be able to get something tailored elsewhere. Took a tough shoulder job on an older suit, and it was tailored perfectly. Not an easy job either, 2 other tailors said it wasnt possible. From the experience, to the service, this company is really the gold standard in tailoring. So happy that they are near my home and work as well. My wife is going to try the home office service, she is super excited about that.
Had tuxedo pants altered here - Ben is very professional. When i collected them I noticed that the legs needed extra tapering . Ben quickly re-measured up and altered whilst I waitedExpensive ($95 with tax for full leg tapering & hemming) but good quality and would use again
Great work on a suit jacket and overcoat, will return
Hi- I wanted to share my experience. Best tailoring in the city! Everything about my experience has been positive and I would recommend to anyone.
My wool jacket was altered here and turned out great!
I needed a tux altered for a destination wedding and Alteration Specialists delivered exceptionally. The tux came out beautifully - looks like it was custom made. I also got a jacket altered and they did a great job as well. Highly recommended.
Couldnt be happier with my experience here! Super helpful and friendly staffs, there were quite a few customers when I went in. Got my dress fixed to exactly how I wanted it. Honesty the best tailor in the city and I would recommend it to anyone looking for reliable tailor. And the location is easy to find too!
I had a bridesmaid dress altered here and had a great experience. I worked with Sona and he was nice and professional. If youre looking for an expert tailor for your alterations, then look no further (especially for your higher-end pieces). The tailors at Alteration Specialists are incredibly talented, reliable and professional. Ive referred a few friends here and they have had similarly amazing results. Highly recommended.
They told me 35 worst case scenario on the phone. Went in got fitted then asked for double the amount of money. I have been here before and thought they were a expensive. Thought I would try again. Bad idea. Also. The dirty old man that fitted me was def touching places he shouldn’t. FYI
Love this place!!! The people there are so nice and great- thank you Alteration Specialists!
Overall great experience! The woman who greeted me when I entered was extremely friendly and helpful, and they accommodated my (admittedly unreasonable) quick turnaround time request with no fuss. Of course all of that wouldnt matter if the work wasnt satisfactory, but I was definitely more than pleased with both the quality of my alterations and the price! Will definitely be recommending this shop to anyone I know who needs tailoring.
Had a fantastic experience at the Uptown location and thought I would come downtown to try out the new place. Long story short, just as good! Price is fair and the service is high-quality. Very friendly people - would definitely recommend to anyone!
The team worked magic on the my vintage 1973 leather bomber. I couldnt even tell that alterations were done. That is the sign of a good tailor! Highly recommend. Experience was night and day better than typical alteration shops.
Honestly best experience Ive had with a tailor in NYC thus far. Love that I could book online, and the receptionist as well as the tailors were great to work with. Only had one jacket altered this time around, but theyve definitely got me as a customer for life based on this experience alone.
Ive had a few blazers and slacks tailored here and I have to say that Ive been very pleased with the results. The tailors are wonderful. Its so refreshing to work with tailors that are fluent in English and just understand what Im looking for (the first time). Overall, a stellar experience. Will definitely come back.
Certainly expected more detailed work with a better finish.Got a Theory suit tailored. My altered pant legs were different lengths, at approximately a 1 difference between legs. I tried on the pants to show them and informed them of this, however the lady i spoke to was immediately ready to prove otherwise (considering that I noticed immediately, I think this certainly speaks to their level of detail). After taking them off and handing them to her, she folded the pants in half and compared them side by side only to see that they were indeed different lengths. Furthermore, my jacket sleeves needed to be hemmed and I was told that the sides needed to be hemmed as well - deferred to their expertise, but specifically asked whether they could ensure that the finish of the jacket would be as per the original design, i.e., no additional draping in the front. Was told that they would take away any additional draping with the alteration. Not the case when the jacket was given back to me once altered. I was then told that the additional draping was due to a lack of pocket or seams on the right side of the jacket, however would have preferred to have been told this from the beginning.I believe that a tailors value add is not only their level of detail in creating a polished product, but also their expertise in how the finished product will fall post-alteration. Neither of these were met in my experience here.
Best tailors in NYC. Its not even close. Ive had several expensive dresses and jackets altered here. The customer service and perfect work quality far exceeded my expectations. Will never go back to a dry cleaners. Highly recommended.
I cant thank Sona enough for making my tuxedo perfect. I also got a few blazers altered and they were also altered to perfection. I have gotten countless compliments. I highly recommend this place.
I recently had a dress and jacket altered and they did an amazing job. Everyone was friendly, professional and easy to work with. The service and quality speak for themselves. I would definitely recommend.
These guys are very professional. They listen and are very patient. They dont get pushy when its clear you are trying to make up your mind. Ive been going to them for two years, and I only trust them with my best stuff.
Great experience. Best tailors in New York City Ive encountered. Top notch service, quality and experience. Ive had many suits and garments altered here and have been impressed with the professionalism each time. P.S. - place is always packed with customers (good sign).
The best tailors in NYC. They did an amazing job on altering a number of high-end suits for my clients. The level of expertise is unparalleled. The tailors and receptionists are friendly, professional and knowledgeable. An overall enjoyable and great experience. I highly recommend Alteration Specialists.
The best tailors in NY. Would recommend to anyone. Not only are they quick if you need something done, I would trust them with any expensive piece of clothing. They have altered leather leggings for me, blazers and jackets, fancy gowns and more. I started with this alteration location and moved uptown because it is closer to my home, but any time I am in the neighborhood I always stop in to alter a few items. They are the best!
I decided to bring a vintage skirt that was too big and a bridesmaid dress here after reading all of the different reviews. Nigel and Toni are great - Nigel helped me figure out where to take the skirt in and made it look 100 times better! My bridesmaid dress needed to be shortened and have the bust taken in; it turned out great! This is for sure my go-to place to get anything altered.
I had several of my suits altered here at alteration specialist. The quality and detail in their work is exceptional and everyone who assisted me were all so warm and friendly. They definetly have a well trained team of tailors and staff. I am very pleased at how well all my suits fit.
Cant say enough nice things about Alteration Specialists. I use both the Uptown and Downtown locations and they are equally as great. This is the place to go if youre looking to get anything tailored in the city. They always do a fantastic job!
Best place out there. This company is changing the alteration experience. They work with all the high end stores around and it’s clear as to why. Would recommend them to anyone.
Unquestionably, these are the best tailors in Manhattan. You can trust them with any and all garments. I got a wedding dressed altered here and was so incredibly thrilled with the outcome. I couldnt ask for a better experience. Amazing. You have to use these tailors at Alteration Specialists of NY.
I have only had amazing experiences at Alteration Specialists. I no longer trust my local cleaner to tailor my clothing and bring everything there. They are so professional, timely and high end - also incredibly convenient location!
My go-to tailors. Always great customer service and fast turnaround. Have tailored suits, tuxedos, and numerous shirts and the results are always top notch. Trust them with anything and highly recommend.
Great experience everytime. I come here all the time to have my pants hemmed and tapered. Its done right the first time every visit. Customer service is excellent. Theyve always helped me out in a pinch.
Charge a lot, but excellent work. This place is great for all alterations including leather coats and jackets. Customers are not disappointed.
My friend recommended that I try Alteration Specialists to tailor a dress. They did a stellar job. Everyone was friendly and nice. The tailors are professional and experts at their craft. Will come again.
Yess! I finally found a place that -no jokes- are masters of alterations. I asked if they altered even the smallest things and they do! They alter almost everything from bridal and suits to plain t-shirts and jeans! The place is filled with so many other clients but consultations took only less than 10 minutes! The tailors there really do know what needs to be altered even without you needing to tell them. May I also add how friendly the front desk ladies are! When I came back for pick up, the garments fit me perfectly! I left feeling satisfied! I recommend getting all and I mean ALL your alterations done here: no regrets!
I had a Chloe dress altered to perfection here. Would absolutely recommend the tailors for high-end tailoring. Its hard to trust local dry cleaners with expensive garments. Im thrilled I found the tailors at Alteration Specialists.
Amazing tailors. Work quality was exceptional. Highly recommend these tailors. Had a few dresses and jackets altered and was very happy with the results. Alteration Specialists is amazing. Trust these tailors with your alteration needs.
I have been going to the uptown location for years but this downtown shop is apparently what started it all. I went the other day and was even more impressed. They are amazing!
Had an amazing experience here. Got a suit altered and they did a great job. Sona was really helpful and patient. Would come here for future alterations.
Found these tailors on Yelp. They exceeded my expectations. I got a Tom Ford suit altered here and loved the outcome. It was tailored perfectly. Big thanks to Sona and the team at Alteration Specialists.
I brought in 5 suits to Alteration Specialists that needed significant tailoring... After months of mistakes and re-tailoring I have 5 poorly fitted suits and a $1200.00 alterations bill. Unfortunately I lost all faith in there ability to correct the problem and decided to purchase new suits instead... Though the overall review is high, I couldnt recommend anyone to this tailor based on my experience .
I was in town, visiting from Miami, and needed alterations. I had a very pleasant experience here. Everyone was friendly, nice and accommodating. I would definitely recommend Alteration Specialists.
I had a bridesmaid dress altered here. It came out perfectly. From the first encounter to the final fitting, it was a seamless, enjoyable experience. It’s worth every penny to pay for quality tailoring I know I can trust.
Alteration Specialists did a fantastic job altering 2 bridesmaids dresses for me. Both had delicate, beaded material and the results were perfect. I would definitely return here.
I travel to NY for work often and have used Alteration Specialists with great results. The tailors here are arguably the best in NY. They have been able to tailor everything and anything with amazing success.
Originally from the East Coast, I trust very few people with my clothes. I have loved the work done by Alteration Specialists. Great work and service.
Incredible service on leather jackets. I appreciate the expertise and world class tailoring. Thank you kindly. Alex
I never leave reviews, but this experience was beyond crazy.I spent $700 to have tailoring done on two items for my wedding (no sequins, no beading), and the work was done a day late, and poorly, resulting in a number of wardrobe issues during my wedding weekend.When I contacted them about what happened, they didnt respond. They only responded when I posted on social media, and DMd me to demand I take the post down immediately and promised to respond to my email. They then never emailed me back, until I contacted them again on social media. Seriously that happened! I was asked to sign a confidentiality / non-disclosure waiver promising *not* to share my bad experience. Ive never seen that!The man I spoke to - Nigel Ramsey - told me the skirt was too tight and it popped which was my fault. The skirt was not tight, and he repeatedly said its too tight which is what you asked for. When things are too tight, they pop. WHAT?! In fact, my skirt was loose, which is why it needed to be nipped in the waist? Absolutely beyond offensive, especially given it was my wedding.Management wouldnt take responsibility for their shoddy, rushed work and are more worried about their social media than serving their clients. Go anywhere else - the management of this company is beyond rude and doesnt deserve a penny of your hard-earned money!
So excited to have found a new tailor. Everyone that works there is so helpful and needless to say, talented. They transformed an ill fitting dress into a PERFECT fit!
I had my wedding gown tailored here and had about 4-5 fittings from June-August 2015. I found Nigel and his staff on yelp and was very wary about having my gown done (blind eye). My bridal salon did not have an in house tailor so I was scrambling to find an expert. I got there and questioned Nigel (the owner) and he reassured me he does this all the time and showed me Nicole Miller gowns all in their sewing room. Nigel and his staff did a great job! He is very expensive which I expected (but very expensive $$$$) so dont be too sticker shocked with the price.
Alteration Specialists of New York did an amazing job tailoring my pants that were a little too tight (and it was a quick turn around as well)! I definitely recommend them if you need your clothing tailored quickly without sacrificing quality.
Had a wonderful experience here. My suits have new life now after being altered here. This place is now my go-to tailor. Highly highly recommend them.
Excellent quality, customer service and tailoring. I had a leather jacket tailored here. A friend of mine recommended Alteration Specialists to me and I am happy I took her advice to go there.I had been looking for someone to alter my leather jacket for a while - a few tailors in my neighborhood told me they were not willing to take a chance on it, since it was an expensive leather jacket and apparently leather is more complicated. Nigel came to the rescue and did an unbelievable job! I will definitely be going back.
I got referred by a friend and was very happy with the results and experience. I will definitely be coming back again. Definitely a 5 star experience.
Best tailors in NYC. They altered my bridesmaid dress and leather jacket perfectly. I worked with Sona and he was extremely helpful / professional. I would recommend Alteration Specialists for any of your tailoring needs. I used to go to my local dry cleaner until they messed up an expensive garment. You really do get what you pay for. Alteration Specialists exceeded my expectations and will be my go-to tailors going forward.
The best tailors in NYC. I have used them to alter jeans, suits and jackets and they have done an amazing job. Sona is an amazing tailor. Friendly, professional and nice.
Alteration Specialists has 2 locations and they are both equally as great. I wouldnt trust anyone else to alter my dresses! I highly recommend them.
When I am in New York, I rely on their expert tailors for my alterations. They are the best.
Fair price, friendly staff, excellent workmanship... plus then are pretty quick. Im very happy with the experience.
The elevator need some attention, but the alterations are top notch. My Brooks Brothers suit is now officially smokin.
Needed a blazer altered. These tailors were amazing. Very happy with the final outcome.
The tailoring done was impeccable. I would absolutely recommend anyone to Alteration Specialists for any tailoring needs.
Very over-priced! I was quoted over $220 to tailor a dress, and found a place one block away that would do the same work for $110. The woman at the front desk was a bit unfriendly when I started asking if there was any type of discount (I would have stayed if they quoted me slightly lower, but she would not budge).
They were fine but the work that was done was unacceptable. I paid $250 to have a bridesmaids dress altered. They took a few Inches off the bottom. Within 2 min of walking the bottom started to fray terribly... they did one thin loose stitch around the bottom... a professional should have known that wouldnt work. I was with 6 bridesmaids who all got their dresses altered and mine was the only one that did that...
I had a tuxedo altered for a wedding and they did a magnificent job. Would absolutely come back here.
Always a great experience at Alteration Specialists. Truly masters at what they do, very talented and professional group of tailors.
I got a suit tailored nd it was perfect. Everything fitted exactly how I wanted and they had great customer service.
This place is so amazing! Everyone involved is super helpful and really good at their jobs. Thank you so much!
Great service and organization. Have used them and a couple others in NYC in the past but they are definitely the best in my mind. Highly recommend them.
Had a wonderful experience at both of their locations (downtown on 5th ave and uptown on park ave). Excellent customer service, high quality tailoring and a great experience. Ive tried too many local tailors in the past to just be disappointed. This place always deliver the highest quality. Ive had countless custom (very expensive) suits altered here and have always been thrilled with the results. The place is very accommodating as well. If you need alterations done in a tight timeframe and live in NYC, then youve found your match. I think what separates Alteration Specialists from the competition is that they have expert tailors in every facet of tailoring. Whether you need bridal alterations or custom tailoring, they have you covered. You can feel confident that professional master tailors are working on your garments here. Very pleased with my experiences here. Highly recommend Alteration Specialists of NY.
EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE AND OVER PRICED! Came to alter a wedding gown and they charged me almost twice as the dress itself costs! Yes, good service but at that price there are much better in the city
Fast and nice hemming service for my denim jean. Thank you!
I had a wonderful experience at Alteration Specialists. Very impressed with the speed and quality of their services, and would definitely recommend.
Best tailor in NYC. Have tailored dresses, denim and leather pants here - nothing they cant do. Highly recommend Alteration Specialists!
Extremely helpful, friendly, and efficient! Overall I had a great experience here, would recommend to anyone looking for a tailor in the city.
I needed a quality tailor to alter a few items. Glad I found Alteration Specialists. I have been very happy.
Alteration Specialists is the best tailor in NYC! They tailored my suit perfectly. Highly recommend!
Had the straps on a formal gown shortened here. I was happy with the work that they did, price was fair even considering that I had to pay a rush fee for next day
Wonderful experience! my garments could not come back fitting better! definitely recommend!!
Best tailors in new york city. If you have any pieces that are expensive or complicated, look no further. You will be impressed by the quality and customer service. No better tailors in new york city.
Very helpful and patient. You most certainly get what you pay for and they were very transparent with costs associated with the work I needed. Ill be back!
Used Alteration Specialists for some dresses I recently purchased. A.S. was timely, courteous and the end result was quite exceptional. Will continue using this service going forward.
The staff at Alterations Specialists are very attentive, friendly, and skilled. They really took the time to make sure they met all my needs and that I was satisfied with the service.