I went here because I read all of the wonderful reviews and I was a bit scared to get my wedding dress altered. It's honestly been such a wonderful experience. He really knows what he is doing and takes the time to talk with you and collaborates with you on your wants and needs. He really takes his passion and art seriously. If you want someone who is going to put in the time and effort and it shows in his beautiful work go to Ariana Sewing Shop. You will not be disappointed and your wedding dress will look beautiful! So happy I stumbled upon this place. I would honestly give it more starts if I could. Thank you so much for your hard work and your passion. It shows through your work! read more

Luxury tailoring downtown Walnut Creek! Located in a shop off of Main Street is your next high-end, custom suit or handmade gown. Mo, the owner of Ariana's Sewing Shop walked me through the extensive fabric selections and designed an exquisite suit that fit perfectly. He is quite talented, easy to work with, and made the process fun. I highly recommend Mo's services if you're looking for custom clothing or expert tailoring. read more

I can't recommend Mo at Ariana Sewing Shop highly enough. I needed a mother-of-the-bride dress, and he designed me the most gorgeous dressed imaginable. I do not have a body shape that can wear "off the rack" dresses, but Mo designed me a dress that fit me like a glove, highlighted my best features, and still felt incredibly comfortable. All my friends and family raved over how beautiful my dress was. In addition to a great eye for design and fit, Mo's handiwork was meticulous. Both the exterior dress and lining were finished to perfection. Mo also made a custom suit for one of the bridal party, and it was also tailored to perfection. She looked like a million bucks in her suit! Throughout the process, Mo very carefully explained the design options and "next steps" thoroughly. I always felt reassured that Mo understood the type of dress I wanted. Working with Mo was a collaborative process (with Mo offering suggestions to vastly improve on my initial ideas). Both my family member (who had a custom suit made by Mo) and I look forward to working with Mo again. read more

I ordered my wedding dress online, and it arrived only a week before my wedding day. Unfortunately, the dress was much too long and needed significant alterations. With just days to go before the wedding, I was incredibly stressed and worried I wouldn't be able to get everything done in time. Thankfully, Mo came to the rescue. He was able to take my dress in right away, listened carefully to all of my concerns, and understood exactly what I wanted changed. Despite the tight timeline, he completed the alterations quickly and with great attention to detail. I just tried on my dress, and it's exactly how I envisioned it. The fit is beautiful, and I couldn't be happier with the results. I highly recommend Mo for any alterations, especially if you're working under a tight deadline. Thank you, Mo, for your expertise, kindness, and for saving my wedding dress! read more

I had an amazing experience working with Mo! He hemmed my wedding dress so quickly and got the length perfect on the first try. I also got a bustle for the dress and honestly blown away by how much it enhanced the look of my dress. I brought other dresses to him and have been happy with his work every time. Definitely trust him with your big day! read more

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All I can say is..... WOW thank you so much Mo!! He really listened to my concerns and made sure my dress was perfect. I've asked him to fix the shoulder area because it was loose and doesn't feel secure. I also asked him to hem the dress to floor length. He did both of my requests perfectly! I also want to say that I'm very picky on who I choose to tailor my dress for my big day and I knew I couldn't go wrong with Mo. read more

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I had my wedding dress altered here around year and a half ago so this review is long overdue. Mo exceeded all of my expectations. I honestly had no idea what I wanted to do with my bustle (I was not even thinking of getting it done). Mo provided some great and honest suggestions. I'm so glad I chose this business for my wedding dress alterations! read more

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Knowledgeable tailor and quick turn around! I brought a bridesmaid dress to be tailored and was told what it'd take it to tailor it and how much it'd cost. Very easy process but great results! read more

I had SUCH an amazing experience with Mo! He's an expert not only in the mechanics of tailoring a wedding dress, but also in the vision... He came up with multiple bustle ideas for my dress and executed them all flawlessly. I would recommend him to anyone. Both with his skills and his warmth, he made me feel so special ahead of my big day read more

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Mo was able to flatten the top part of my wedding dress because it had open space. I loved watching Mo cut parts of my dress off with his dressmaker shears. On the third visit, my wedding dress was cut to wear it perfectly fit me and I felt like a bride on my third visit when I was wearing my dress. I visited Ariana Sewing Shop 4 times and I was able to take my wedding dress home on the 4th visit. I would recommend this sewing shop to others. I would also recommend this sewing shop to future brides in the Bay Area. I loved how my wedding dress came out! I get referred to this sewing shop by my sister in law because this is where she got her wedding dress altered. He created 6 different bustles on my wedding dress. read more

I cannot recommend Mo highly enough! He worked on both my wedding dress and my husband's outfit and the results were nothing short of exceptional! My wedding dress was brought straight off the rack and fit me pretty well. However, there were tears in the mesh on the back of my dress and I wanted a bustle added. *Brilliant Idea* I brought my wedding shoes with me for the first fitting, which was perfect for Mo! He used chalk and pins to mark where the bottom was to be hemmed accurately. He also suggested hemming more of the material under the lace. There was no 2nd fitting for me, just a pick-up date, within 1 1/2 months. Mo also suggested getting the dress dry-cleaned and pointed out where it was dirty, which I hadn't noticed during my previous two tries on the same dress before buying it. Mo also worked his magic on my husband's suit jacket and shirt, tailoring each piece to perfection. The suit was previously tailored elsewhere, but my husband wasn't comfortable with the outcome. Mo removed most of the padding from the jacket's shoulders, shortened and tapered the sleeves, trimmed the shirt collar, and removed excess fabric from both pieces. Mo made a huge difference by transforming his suit. My husband's new fit was immaculate from every angle with clean lines, flawless structure, and total comfort. My hubby has declared that he's going back to Mo anytime he needs a tailored suit or shirt that they make custom in-house. When I picked up my dress, I wanted to cry. My dress looked neater at the bottom and the holes in the back were strategically covered by the excess lace cut from my dress. I was so panicked about those tears and being nervous that they couldn't be repaired or hidden without looking tacky. And then the bustle! It was perfect!!! Super easy to learn and Mo sewed a button on the bottom to help quickly find the hoop. What truly sets Mo apart is his craftsmanship, paired with his professionalism and warmth. Mo has an expert eye, incredible technical skill, and a calming presence that every wedding couple needs during wedding prep. He treats your garments like works of art and treats you like family. He took the time to explain adjustments, listened carefully to our feedback, and delivered everything on time with zero stress. He also texted us on our wedding day to say congratulations! If you want your wedding attire to look exceptional, feel perfect, and be handled by someone who truly understands the weight of the moment, look no further. We are endlessly grateful and would recommend Mo and his shop without hesitation. Ten stars if I could. read more

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Got my dress altered here. Very straight forward guy - be prepared for him to be brutally honest. Had good experience!

Mohammad is a life saver! My dress arrived 5 weeks before my wedding and I started scrambling trying to find someone who could alter it. I reached out to some alteration services near me via Yelp around 4 am (that's how worried I was -- up late researching) and Mohammad messaged me 5 hours later, willing to take a look at my dress that afternoon (February 14). He assured me that he would finish the dress by March 14 (3 days before my wedding) but he finished it by February 27 (2 weeks since I first came to him!) I went to him for a total of 3 times (first meeting + dropping off dress, came the following week to try on and check for additional adjustments if any, and came the next week for final try-on and pick up). On the day of pick up, I ended up not liking the bra insert that the dress originally had (I didn't notice it before but the color didn't match my skin tone). Mohammad replaced it RIGHT AWAY within 15-20 minutes. One of his specialties is creating wedding dress bustles - he added buttons and hooks to my dress to create over 4 different bustles, which were gorgeous! Now I have peace of mind going into my wedding day. I feel so beautiful in my dress - it's so perfect and I'm so happy. Thank you Mohammad!! I can't recommend him enough. read more

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I seriously can't recommend Mo enough!! He did such an amazing job on my wedding dress and made the entire process feel so much easier and less stressful. From the very beginning, he was super upfront, honest, and transparent about everything, which I really appreciated. Wedding planning can already feel overwhelming, so having someone I could fully trust made such a difference. You can tell right away that he's incredibly skilled and truly knows what he's doing -- the fit turned out absolutely perfect. One thing I especially loved was how helpful he was with my bustle. I had no idea what direction to go in, and he took the time to walk me through different options and explain what would work best. His recommendation ended up being exactly what I needed -- both practical and beautiful. Beyond the actual work, his support throughout the whole process honestly took a huge weight off my shoulders. I always felt taken care of and knew I was in good hands. So so grateful I found him -- thank you again, Mo! read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about Mo! I brought several dresses to him for alterations, including my wedding reception dress, and he exceeded every expectation. From the very first fitting, it was clear how meticulous and detail-oriented he is. Whether it was a simple hem or more complex work, he treated every piece with incredible care. What truly amazed me was the alterations he did on my wedding reception dress. After I lost some weight, the entire dress needed to be restructured. Mo carefully took it apart and put it back together so it would fit my new measurements perfectly. The result was flawless! It looked and felt like the dress had been custom-made for me. Mo is patient, attentive, and great at addressing all of your concerns. He takes the time to listen, explain what he's doing, and make sure you feel comfortable with the plan. He truly cares about his craft and takes pride in delivering beautiful results. If you're looking for someone you can trust with your most important pieces, especially something as meaningful as a wedding dress, Mo is your person. I highly recommend him for all alterations! read more

Tailoring and alterations here was smooth, quick, and stress free. I needed a rush service done and they were still able to make it happen for me, which I really appreciated. Great quality work. Thank you. read more

Mohammad is an absolute master with a keen eye for design, art and drape along with incredible alteration skills. He is honest and truly wants you to look your best. I always feel like a million $ when I wear a piece he has perfected. I have been to his shop a number of times and will keep coming back. I am always so pleased and grateful for his kindness and expertise. Thank you Mohammad! read more

I was recommended to Mohammad by my sister-in-law, who had her wedding dress tailored by him, and I'm so glad I went to him too! From the very beginning, he was professional and clearly takes great pride in his work. You can tell he truly cares about making sure every bride feels confident and beautiful in her dress. My gown was quite large, but Mohammad handled it with such expertise. He fixed the wrinkles in the bodice, hemmed it perfectly to my height, added bra pads and lining to help the dress stay up comfortably, and created a beautiful bustle that held up all night long. He even shortened my veil since it was too long. He gave me a fair price for the amount of work involved and was incredibly thorough, making sure everything fit just right. He also took the time to show me exactly how to bustle my dress so I felt completely prepared for the day. I would absolutely recommend Mohammad to anyone needing wedding dress alterations or any other tailoring work. His skill, honesty, and attention to detail are unmatched -- he truly goes above and beyond to make sure you're happy. read more

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I am so thankful for Moh for not only making sure my dress fit like a dream but also making sure that I was truly happy with everything. All the little details he absolutely nailed and he went above and beyond making sure I had plenty of bustles to really get the most out of my beautiful dress. read more

I am so grateful to have found such a talented tailor such as Mohammad! I came to him for my wedding dress that was too big in too many places. Never in my life have I had a dress made as beautifully as the dress Mohammad crafted for me !! The dress I bought was lovely, but Mohammad seriously elevated the dress's beauty by x100. He made the entire process so easy, from directly responding to me on Yelp, to calling me when the dress was ready. I was definitely feeling overwhelmed with the wedding process, and I'm grateful for Mohammad made it simple by tailoring both my wedding dress and my fiancés pants! I wish I could have everything I own tailored by Mohammad. read more

Best place to get your wedding dress altered!!!! Mohammed is very talented and knowledgeable. Made my dress even more beautiful and versatile with the addition of 2 bustle options, which made a great 3 look transformation during my wedding. read more

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Mohammad was a miracle worker! A mix up with the store meant I got a size smaller than I ordered and there was no time to rectify. He was able to get that dress to fit me instead of the other way around and was incredibly creative and thoughtful to the design of the dress while doing so. Excellent service! read more

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I bought my wedding dress in Sacramento, but didn't want to drive back-and-forth to the store for alterations. I found Mohammad on yelp and decided to give him a try based on the reviews. Mohammed altered two wedding dresses for me. One creating a small train and the other preserving the dress by creating bustles. He was patient, dedicated and hardworking. He was honest with his advice the work and made sure everything was done on time. I'm so glad I found him! read more

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Ariana Sewing Shop was incredible for wedding alterations. Mo is kind, calm, and meticulous, and he made the dress fit perfectly. I'd happily recommend. read more

Mohammad did an incredible job with my wedding dress alterations! He is a true professional who clearly knows what he is doing. The fit was absolutely perfect, the service was amazing, and he made the whole experience stress-free. read more

Ariana's sewing shop is amazing. They were able to shorten a very heavily beaded velvet top coat, and you can't tell where they cut is off. The length and more importantly the beading are absolutely perfect. Thank you. read more

Wanted to add pics from my wedding day. Dress turned out gorgeous and got so many compliments! read more

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High quality and very professional! The tailor worked on 3 pairs of pants for me (original hem, folded hem, and groin area adjustment). Each pair turned out beautifully! read more

Mo is a professional and highly skilled at what he does. My wedding gown was too tight by the time I brought it in for the first time and he made wonderful alterations and suggestions. The entire process was smooth, organized, and surprisingly stress-free, which meant so much during such a busy time. By the final fitting, my dress fit like an absolute dream. He handled my dress with such care. I couldn't be happier with the results and would highly recommend Mo to any bride looking for someone trustworthy and skilled. read more

I love this tailor! He's wonderful. He gives thoughtful, direct suggestions that are perfect for your body and the material of your dress. Plus, he's upfront with honest pricing, which is so refreshing. It's easy to see why he gets such positive reviews. He really puts his all into his work, explaining exactly what can and can't be done in each appointment. Just a heads-up, the shop is a bit small. I wouldn't recommend bringing a big group or a stroller, like I did! It's probably best to stick to a maximum of 3 to 4 people. I would love to show my dress but I get married this Friday. I'll post a picture after the wedding ! read more

Finally have time to write this review after a hectic wedding & honeymoon. He did such an amazing job and I felt wonderful! He recommended the best things to make my dress feel like "this is for ME." So helpful in helping me think of the bits and pieces of the wedding that I wouldn't have thought of, like shortening the inner layer to make the dress lighter for the bustle and the walk down the aisle. He was also very easy to communicate with and accommodating for my 8 y/o daughter and my sisters who came on the last fitting. He showed them how to do the bustle and how to fluff the dress. Definitely recommend! read more

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MO IS AMAZING! He did a fantastic job with my dress. He went above and beyond. A true professional and craftsman. He took amazing pride in his work and made my dress the best version of itself that it could be. On top of his amazing work - he is communicative, responds quickly, and gave great feedback!! read more

Mo is amazing! I went to him just under two months before my wedding and needed alterations that would really flatter my height and body type. He immediately knew what to do and was super proactive with suggestions, from how to adjust the fit to different bustle styles that would work best. After just one fitting, my dress was looked perfect, but Mo still took the time to make sure every little detail looked right. He's so easy to work with, cares deeply about his craft, and you can tell he really wants his brides to feel confident. I got my dress from Anthropologie, and Mo somehow made something simple look absolutely beautiful. Couldn't recommend him more! read more

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My plans fell through for my initial dress alterations less than a month before my wedding. I contacted Mo and he was able to take me the same day I called and told me to come in asap. Our consultation was quick and he understood my vision. I really appreciate him being able to take me last minute. I just picked up my dress and it's so gorgeous. Mo custom made off the shoulder sleeves and installed a gorgeous bustle that I cannot wait to show off on my wedding day. Mo is very kind and really cares about his clients. 11/10 recommend. Thank you Mo! You made this part of my wedding so easy. Please go to Mo! You will not be disappointed :) read more

He did a great job fixing a knit dress. Seemed a very hard job to me but it looks great.

I can't thank Mo enough for saving my dress last minute. He offered multiple bustle styles, so I had options that fit the dress and the event vibe, and his recommendations were spot on. Communication was excellent from start to finish. He kept me updated, listened carefully to what I wanted, and took the time to explain each adjustment. he even showed me how to style my dress in several ways, so I felt confident walking out the door. Hee did so many thoughtful adjustments that truly made the dress perfect--every hem, seam, and bustle tailored to fit my body and the look I envisioned. The day-of experience was calm and reassuring, and the final result exceeded my expectations. If you need a reliable, talented seamstress who can work miracles on a tight timeline, I wholeheartedly recommend Mo. Thank you for your patience, expertise, and care. read more

Service was quick and price was reasonable for the timing and complexity. Very friendly and quick to respond. The location is also convenient as you can just stop by while grabbing lunch or running errands in the area. There's also free parking nearby. read more

I had gone to another tailor who refused to touch my wedding dress, got yelled at by another, so when I called Mohammad I was so scared. He was so reassuring, told me to bring the dress in right away. He helped me figure out how I should tailor my train, and advocated that I go with the less expensive option because it would be better overall for the dress (didn't try to scam me into more money). He is funny, reassuring, and FINISHED MY DRESS 1.5 months earlier than I requested. The work is amazing and I would go back to him for anything! Thank you Mohammed. read more

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Ariana sewing shop is amazing! I was in a rush to get my alterations done for my destination wedding and my wedding dress needed to be taken in almost 2 sizes on my waste and hips plus a few bustles for my train and I was impressed when I came back for my first fitting the dress fit me perfectly! The attention to detail is incredible I'm beyond pleased with the final finish and I can't wait to wear it on my wedding day!! (Pictures coming soon) read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about Mohammad! His craftsmanship is truly exceptional, he made my wedding dress fit like a dream and designed the most beautiful custom bustle for my ball gown. It gave me so much versatility in how I could style my dress throughout the day, and it looked stunning from every angle. I'm so grateful to have worked with him, he's talented, kind, and amazing at what he does! I will keep him in mind for future needs!!! read more