Suzanne was absolutely wonderful to work with in creating my wedding gown! I had a very specific vision for my dress and couldn't find anything off the rack that came close. After trying on countless expensive gowns that were poorly made with low-quality materials, I was so grateful to find someone as talented as Suzanne to bring my idea to life. Even though I have no background in fashion, Suzanne made the entire design process easy and collaborative. Through photos, brainstorming, and her incredible expertise, she transformed my vision into reality. She truly listened to what I wanted, offered thoughtful suggestions, and guided me toward a final design that felt completely "me." Her eye for detail and understanding of what's most flattering were unmatched--and the quality of the materials was exceptional. I couldn't believe how beautifully my dress turned out. Beyond her talent, Suzanne herself is such a joy to work with. She's warm, patient, and deeply passionate about her craft, with an impeccable sense of style and precision. Every appointment with her (and Misia!) was such a delight that I was genuinely sad when the process came to an end. read more

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Working with Suzanne Hanley of Atelier des Modistes has been awesome. I was introduced to Suzanne because I had a vision that needed expert craftsmanship, and she is an expert in couture fashion. Suzanne took my vision into design and composed an ensemble for my wedding that far surpassed my greatest hopes and imaginings. An exquisite corset and skirt, brought together by the classiest tailcoat I've ever seen - even through all the research I had done. She listened to every word I said and studied every drawing I made. She guided me through multiple fittings and carefully studied the way I responded to her ideas. And in the end she got everything right. Separate from being a brilliant talent, Suzanne is also a gem of a person. During our fittings, when women would walk into her space from the sidewalk asking about "quick hems" for their dresses, Suzanne would politely provide details to them and offer what help she could. They didn't realize they had walked into a studio devoted to fashion masterpieces, and that Suzanne Hanley is a highly sought after artist in her industry. I was royal for my wedding day, it was one of the happiest days of my life, and I will always have Atelier des Modistes to thank for that. I can't wait to work with Suzanne again, and I cannot rate her design, skill, and customer service highly enough. This woman is as extraordinary as the masterpieces she creates! read more

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Suzanne and the Atelier des Modistes team did a spectacular job with my custom wedding gown. I loved it so much I didn't want to take it off at the end of the evening! Suzanne has very high standards for fabric and construction - importing her fabric from reputable mills in Europe and constructing each piece in-house instead of ordering from offshore manufacturers. I appreciated these decisions as I reviewed other custom options. Suzanne's dresses stand out in quality and design, while remaining fairly priced. Since my gown was fully custom, it required multiple rounds of adjustment. Suzanne accepted my feedback with grace and professionalism, making sure the final dress met both of our visions. I hope to have the opportunity to commission another gown from Atelier des Modistes in the future. read more

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Misia and Sue ARE LITERALLY LIFE SAVERS!!! It was the night before my wedding and as I was steaming my dress, I found a little bit of a loose thread/rip in the front of my dress and they were about to close but were SO sweet and told me to come on by. LITERALLY ANGELS!! And when I say they saved me, I mean, they SAVED ME!! Cause I needed to be at city hall by 8am the next morning. Then Sue found that other pieces in the front (similar to what had broken) that literally were also needing to be re-enforced or else it would happen all over again. Also, my veil was completely wrinkled from my flight over here and they also took care of that for me as well! While I waited, I learned about their hand detailing and process. Misia went into detail about the care they take with EACH dress and I just couldn't believe how meticulous they can be! The place can be a little hard to find but they're nestled between Frascati and Luxe Places International Realty. read more

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Suzanne is a joy to work with! I had an issue with my wedding dress and she was able to help me out same day with honest guidance and suggestions. The quality of the pieces she makes are beautiful and I can't wait to buy one in the future! read more

I loved working with Suzanne to design a custom dress for my wedding! I wanted a very old-school lace wedding dress and I wanted a dramatic headpiece/veil - after realizing it would be hard to find what I wanted off-the-shelf, I was so happy to find someone as talented as Suzanne to bring this idea to life! Suzanne is an extremely talented dressmaker and designer, someone so creative and well-versed in so many styles of fashion. I have no background in clothing/fashion and relied heavily on Suzanne to design my dress, and she did a super job at taking my vague ideas and turning them into an actual dress! Suzanne is very flexible and provides you with options during the design process, but she also shares her own opinions and advice, which I really valued. Ultimately, I felt like she had great taste (the most important thing of all!) as well as an ability to really execute. She works with your budget and will let you know how to get the most bang for your buck. I'd highly recommend working with Suzanne! read more

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Finding Suzanne was an absolute dream come true! I was on a search for the most fabulous wedding dress ever but most places were quoting a 5-6 month leadtime...& I didn't have the luxury of time & especially not for an off the rack, mass-produced, *premade* dress. Initially reading Atelier des Modistes also preferred 5-6 months, I lucked onto a Yelp review mentioning an exception that was made for shorter timeframe, so I thought why not at least ask....best move I ever made! Suzanne & I immediately hit it off. She had incredible concepts & an end vision - which was extremely helpful for someone like me, who has NO ability to be creative or visualize! I loved her ideas & the thought of having a custom, one-of-a-kind, couture gown, made especially to fit me & my personality, was a no-brainer High-end silks & lace were paired w/ vintage sequins & glass beads, for the perfect classic-with-pinache effect we were seeking. The fitting appts were incredibly fun & people walking by her shop would literally stop at the door & knock on the window to get our attention & tell us how awesome my dress looked ( which it did! ) - it was so surreal! One person even asked Suzanne if my dress was for the SF Ballet b/c it looked just like a Fairy Princess' dress. But it was ME who was the princess! And we didn't just stop at the wedding dress - Suzanne made the most rocking, phenomenal, reception dress as well - did someone say peacock & vintage ostrich feathers?! She does not only do wedding dresses! In the shop, you'll also find pieces from local jewelers who have made, or will create, perfect compliments to the look you're going for...& Suzanne worked w/ one of her designers to create earrings specifically for each of my dresses I'm a one-of-a-kind girl & these were one-of-a-kind looks that definitely made me the star of the evening. No exaggeration - our wedding party literally lost count of all the comments & compliments we received from strangers who were passing us by, but *had* to stop & tell us how exquisite / extraordinary my dresses were...& that was not even all the comments we just overheard from the crowds I completely felt like a fairy princess that evening & these are both dresses I look forward to wearing again & again! ...and Suzanne & I are already planning my next cocktail / fun-function gown...can't wait! read more

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Do you want to feel like a princess for your special occasion? Do you want to work with a genius who is able to craft something unique that is so-perfectly-you, yet so much more elegant than you ever dreamed of being? Look no further - Suzanne Hanley at Atelier Des Modistes is the lady for you! I came to Suzanne with a picture of a dress on Halle Berry - and said "I'd like this dress". Suzanne told me that she's not a dress-maker, she's a designer - I'm so glad she did - because it turns out that I'm not Halle Berry - and that dress would've looked awful on me.. but Suzanne was able to take elements of the dress (the boldness of the big beautiful color, the lace + chiffon mixture, etc.) and then design something so much more elegant, and so much more appropriate for who I am (and what I wanted to look like on my special day). I've attached a few pictures from the day to highlight the beautiful piece that Suzanne and her team crafted for me. I received so many compliments - but none of that mattered because I loved my dress so much! I absolutely can't wait to wear it again :) Even though the price tag was a bit steep for me, I can't recommend Suzanne highly enough. She is a truly gifted and warm person and the end result of a dress in addition to getting to know her is worth twice every penny you put in! read more

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I'm that bride. The one that bought two dresses before I realized I needed someone to design something special just for me before I'd be happy. Upon my first meeting with Sue, I fell in love. This woman's skills are off the charts and that came through in our very first conversation on the phone. Having studied fashion in college, Sue was just the partner I needed to make my dream dress a reality. She made the process so enjoyable--she even humored me when I would pretend to know a little about garment construction from a basic sewing class I took in school ;) What Sue brings to the table that others don't is not just a keen eye for design, but an immense understanding of the female form and the role that plays in creating the perfect garment. The result? My dress felt like my second skin. Finally a dress that looked and felt like ME! I never would have had that without Sue and the incredible staff at Atelier Des Modistes, and for that, I am eternally grateful. THANK YOU!!! read more

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Suzanne helped me design my dream wedding dress(es) and I felt like a princess on my wedding day!! I say dresses, because I wanted a ballgown with a veil and a train, and I also wanted a slimmer dress for the reception, and Suzanne made me a dress that gave me all 3 looks! We started with the Celeste (with a beautiful gold lace top) and she designed an intricate system to attach the ballgown, then the train, and a bow around the waist that could all be removed for the reception. She carefully crafted the dress with nuanced layered shades of champagne, blush and ivory in the ballgown to look stunning against the red rocks of Sedona. Suzanne helped me design my entire outfit - I ended up purchasing gold wedges, a necklace, a matching veil, and hair accessories from her, too. And she gave me recommendations for my bouquet as well. It was a pleasure working with Suzanne - she is so warm, has an amazing eye, an impressive attention to detail, tons of expertise, and she cares deeply about her work. I loved hearing about where the lace, the ribbon came from. I will miss my wedding dress appointments with Suzanne, but will go back to her next time I need a ballgown! read more

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Preface: I'm not getting married. I've peered into the Atelier Des Modistes boutique on Hyde Street more times than I care to admit because of the gorgeous dresses in the window. My best friend is tying the knot, so I finally got the chance to step in today. It turns out each piece is unique, and incorporate vintage lace and ribbon from France. Suzanne is exactly the type of person you'd want to work with to design your wedding dress -- she's sweet, warm, funny and, most importantly, talented! Within two hours, she and D had come up with two distinct looks that were fit for the runway. Ooh la la. Future brides, throw off the shackles of the wedding industry. Start a couture rebellion! read more

I am the luckiest girl in the world because I have a dress from Atelier des Modistes. Okay, actually two dresses (Suzanne also made my sassy Saturday night dress, but that is another story...). One of the best parts of my upcoming (in exactly 7 days) nuptials is having had my dress made by Suzanne Hanley, who is an artist and technician extraordinaire. I first set eyes on Atelier des Modistes from outside the window one night as I was passing innocently by. It was late, and the shop was closed, but I immediately knew it was a gem. I secretly made the dress in the window my phone screen saver before I hurried away, dreaming of the day that I would have a reason to go inside in earnest. Then the day came. And lo, I remembered. I googled. I read (an article in SF Gate--glee!). I made an appointment forthwith. I was so, so, so, so right. Suzanne's attention to detail was astonishing--she knew her fabrics (french and italian vintage silks aplenty), she understood structure (her engineering background shone through), and her experience was vast (her grandmother taught her to sew as a tot). She didn't rush--I tried on everything in sight. Her designs were original, beautiful, classic, and of the highest imaginable quality. I was not a bride on a small budget, but I did have a budget, and Suzanne respected it from day one. We discussed every detail, built my dress from muslin to resplendent italian shantung beauty, and added vintage lace harvested from 1920s French silk...all within my budget and actually for less money than it would have cost to buy off the rack. How about THAT? Not to mention, every fitting was included. And I came every month to parade around the Atelier with my dress in various stages of development. Every month. And I enjoyed every second of it. I brought my mother (thrice) and my MOG (Mother of Groom) and both were drawn completely in by the palpable magic of my incomparable dress and Suzanne's creative mastery. I did once, in the beginning of the "process" check out Marina Morrison (Suzanne advised me to visit other shops). The dresses there were nice, of course, but could not hold a candle to the fairytale beauty and simple, elegant, graceful magic of Suzanne's atelier. I am going to wear my dress but once, but every moment will be golden, silken, magical, amazing because I am a GODDESS in my incredible dress and thank you thank you THANK YOU Suzanne. The old adage is true. Take care to get what you like or else you will have to like what you get. I LOVE my dress. LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE. read more

After searching several stores for a wedding dress, a friend of mine suggested that I meet with Suzanne Hanley of Atelier Des Modistes to talk about having a dress made. That turned out to be the single best piece of wedding advice I received! From the moment I met Suzanne I instantly had complete confidence in her. I brought her a few pictures of styles I liked and she immediately had great ideas. I knew that I wanted to wear a short dress, which she was so excited about. Suzanne's taste is impeccable, her attention to detail is amazing, and her construction skills are flawless. Plus, working with Suzanne is so much fun! I loved going to her beautiful studio for fittings and being part of the process of creating my wedding dress. I can't recommend Atelier Des Modistes highly enough. I ended up with a wedding dress that was not only stunning and perfectly constructed, but that also completely suited my personality. Suzanne is a warm and wonderful person with unbelievable skills. If you're in the market for a wedding dress, stop by her shop or give her a call--you be so glad you did! read more

Suzanne Hanley's creations are magical and creative, and they will make any bride feel like a fairytale princess, even the die-hard feminists, which I am. I didn't want traditional white, and Suzanne was cool with that--thrilled even! I wanted to go with 2 of my favorite colors, orange and purple, and Sue talked me into a super-subtle lilac and soft bronzy combination. She worked painstakingly by hand on the beading, created a lovely little jacket with a mandarin collar, and even a sweet wristlet purse, all with amazing beaded details. The whole ensemble was silk, silk, silk, and Sue searched SF high and low to find the perfect colors and textures. She also created silk rosebuds out of the dress material and sewed them to hairpins for my up-do. The veil comb was vintage--simply stunning. Lucky me, she also designed and sewed my husband's wedding suit, and we felt extra special because at the time Sue wasn't making many men's pieces. It's one of a kind, super shimmery and kind of "fabulon." I'm lucky to also own several non-bridal pieces created by Sue, which are absolutely timeless. I can't wait to see what's next, and I recommend Atelier des Modistes and Suzanne Hanley to every bride who wants a keepsake gown that's unique and reasonably priced (for a one-of-a-kind gown--no Filene's Bargain Basement here, people!). read more

I live around the corner from Atelier Des Modistes, so I'd often peered in the window at the lovely gowns and fantasized about one day having a reason to go in. Naturally it was one of the first bridal salons I visited after getting engaged - and let me tell you, it exceeded my expectations. My high school french deserted me long long ago, so Suzanne had to explain that "atelier" means workshop. And a workshop it is, wherein Suzanne creates your very own custom-made gown with imported fabrics and her superb eye for detail. I stood in a strapless head-to-toe lace affair while she pulled it tight here and let it out there, added a ribbon and voila! Even the sample made me feel like a superstar. As if on cue, a group of onlookers suddenly appeared in the window and started cheering and photographing me with their cell phones (you can't make this stuff up). Sadly (soooooo sadly), as I became better-acquainted with our wedding budget I realized an Atelier dress was not in the cards for me. The prices were beyond reasonable, but I found myself looking for something at around the $1000 range (told you it was low-budg). Were I more financially well-equipped, this would have been my choice. So much more personal and special than any of the other high-end salons I visited in town, Atelier made me feel for the first time what it would be like to be a bride. read more

The store windows are magical. Ladies. You feel like fairy princess in dress up clothes. The tiny little space is lovely in itself...as if you are stepping into another country or another time. Suzanne creates couture bridal and evening dresses with amazing detail, materials and texture. Vintage trim add multiple angles of beauty to the pieces. And the assortment of ready-to-wear fashion, striking yet understated jewelry and accessories make for memorable gifts and unusual additions to your wardrobe. Gentlemen - a number of striking accessories are available to you as well. Her work has been featured in high-profile editorials and even exhibited at the SFMOMA. I used to walk by just to see people's dresses being fit... read more

Is there an option for 10 stars? Over the course of five months, Sue built a perfect custom wedding dress for me from the ground up. She found the ideal combination of organza to layer below lace she was using; she dyed the straps and waistband to get them just the right shade; she finished the edges of the organza with beautiful trim, and so on. The thing I enjoyed the most about working with Sue is that when you show up for a fitting, you get to discuss the next part of the dress together in detail and then play with different combinations to get it exactly right. She doesn't settle for less than perfect, which is exactly what you want for your wedding dress. Plus, she is down to earth and charming. Last plug - don't be limited to what you see on her floor. My dress looked nothing like any of the dresses in her shop. I think if you go this route, it's helpful to shop in a handful of traditional wedding dress shops and then discuss with Sue what you have liked and not liked and the look you are trying to achieve. Of course this level of workmanship and attention does not come cheap but if you have a comfortable mid-high budget, come here. Otherwise you are stuck with the existing dress selection, which can start to all look the same and you will be at the mercy of the alterations departments at Marina Morrison, Bridal Galleria or wherever, which can be spotty. I heart you Suzanne and will come by the shop to say hi soon! read more

Suzanne has the most beautiful collection of gowns to pick and choose from or design your own from the bottom up. The dress she made for me was an absolute smash at our wedding - I had friends raving for days! - and the materials she uses are only the lightest, best, most comfortable silks and lace. Would 100% recommend for any bride, or someone looking to make the dress of their dreams read more

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Suzanne is amazing! I loved everything about her, her store, and the veil that I ended up with for my wedding. The service is personal & Suzanne has beautiful pieces that are reasonably priced!!! You will not be disappointed. This place is a must if you are getting married. She also carries some fantastic jewelry made locally. Check it out! I bought some white sapphire earrings that are fantastic. read more

Suzanne is amazing. From the moment I walked into her shop, she was collaborative and put me at ease. She listened to what I had in mind, made suggestions and worked with me to come up with a design that I liked and would be flattering. After trying on a lot of expensive "crap" in other places, made cheaply and with poor quality materials, I'm so glad I found Suzanne. The dress was beautifully constructed and fit me perfectly! read more

Sue is an amazing dress designer, not to mention a warm and wonderful person in general. Not only did she execute exactly what I'd hoped for, she has such a deep understanding of what looks best for your body type and how to hide any imperfections...she lifted the areas that mattered and smoothed others. The process was incredibly detailed and something I looked forward to each week. My dress was truly one of a kind, and worth every penny spent. This was best decision I made throughout my entire wedding planning process, thank you Sue!. read more

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I couldn't have asked for a better experience than the one I had with Suzanne at Atelier Des Modistes. I was 3 months pregnant when I went wedding dress shopping and 5 months pregnant when I got married, and Suzanne was the only dress designer that truly knew how to handle the situation. Other designers claimed it was no big deal and that I could pick any dress I wanted, but Suzanne knew a strapless dress wouldn't be comfortable at 5 months pregnant. She put me in the most beautiful gown, and you can't even tell I'm pregnant in my wedding pictures. It is obvious that Suzanne is uniquely gifted when it comes to wedding dresses, and she makes shopping for a wedding dress personal and fun. All of her dresses are unique and the highest quality you can get. Absolutely perfect!! read more

Only being able to give 5 stars is an understatement of the experience you will have if you visit this wedding dress shop! Summer 2013- My mom was is town visiting and we were walking down Hyde Street and were enamored walking by the window. These were the most beautiful wedding dresses we had ever seen! September 2014- My engagement :-) In November, I made 3 wedding dress appointments when my mom came to visit. When we walked into Atelier Des Modistes and met Suzanne Hanley, the owner and talented designer of these amazing gowns, we were immediately sold. It's not just the experience of picking out the dress, but also a calm feeling and connection we had with Suzanne. She just 'got me' and my simple style I was looking for. I was able to pick out 2 dresses from her line and she was able to combine them into my perfect dress. Suzanne makes these dresses from scratch, using the most amazing fabrics so you are guaranteed a perfect fitting dress. I think I had about 8 fittings over a 6-month period (more towards the end). Suzanne is a total perfectionist and my dress reflected that. She also helped me pick out jewelry, my hair style and accessories, veil, shoes, etc. She helped me put together my whole vision and I could not have been happier with the result. Wedding preparation is stressful, but choosing to get my dress at Atelier Des Modistes was one of my best decisions. There was nothing stressful about working with Suzanne. She knows exactly what to do and it's a really fun process from start to finish. Her dresses are high-end, made in the store using the best possible fabrics and materials. For the amount of work that went into creating my dress, I would say the price could have been a lot higher! There are a lot of dresses in other stores that are way more expensive that you buy off the rack so I would say it was worth every penny for the amount of TLC that went into my dress. I am recommending Suzanne Hanley from Atelier Des Modistes to all brides- you won't regret it! read more

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Suzanne Hanley and her sweet, helpful and talented staff made the most beautiful dress I have ever seen in my life. If you are a bride to be that feels dismayed and discouraged by the typical bridal scene, this is the place for you. From the moment I met Sue in her pig tails and cowboy boots, I knew I had found someone special. I had eight or ten fittings, and I enjoyed and looked forward to each and every one. Suzanne's attention to detail and exacting standards are unsurpassed. This is a true couture experience. She will design a dress for you (or with you), or you can choose from one of the breathtakingly beautiful and original pieces that adorn the walls of her charming little shop. Suzanne uses the highest quality materials, including real gemstones for beading and antique lace from France. My dress was made of duchess satin, imported from Italy. While this is a fairly common bridal gown material, the particular fabric that Suzanne used was unlike anything I had seen before - absolutely incandescent. Over the course of our collaboration (she and her staff did all the hard work; I just sung out my praises at every step of the way), I came to adore Suzanne not only as an artisan, but as a person as well. The version of customer service that she offers feels more like genuine friendship. In addition to my beautiful dress, I bought a simple elegant veil that was the perfect subtle frame to the gown. And a perfect, vintage-looking necklace handmade by a local jewelry maker. I cannot recommend Atelier des Modistes highly enough. There is simply no other place you should buy a wedding dress. read more

I seriously considered having a dress made here. Suzanne uses real gemstones in her beading, and she seems to really understand a woman's body and how to play up assetts and minimize flaws. I was considering a sample that was still in pieces, but she was happy to show it to me and talk about her vision for the gown and how she would customize it to fit with my figure, budget, and venue. In the end, I found a dress at Glamour Closet, but I'd recommend this salon to any brides looking for something unique. Also really incredible jewelry here! read more

I can't say enough amazing things about Suzanne and her dresses. My wedding dress was a dream come true. It fit perfectly, it was unique and gorgeous, and was so comfortable the whole night. Suzanne is one of the most creative, caring, talented, and dedicated people I've met, and it shows in every single one of her dresses. Highly recommend. I will be back for another custom gown in the future. read more

As others have said, this is a special place. I, unfortunately, did not have the budget to have a custom gown made by Suzanne... but I did get the next best thing. I bought a sample! I was going for a very non-traditional look, and Suzanne helped me pick out a luxurious butter-yellow bustier top (which I later paired with a latte tulle skirt). She also recommended an excellent and affordable tailoress (Jin Di!) If you are on a tight budget - don't despair! Check out the sample sale! It is a joy to support an incredible artisan like Suzanne! ALSO - the jewelry here is INCREDIBLE and she has great sales on these pieces too. read more

Sue is the best. Seriously, the best. She is so kind and generous - not to mention, hugely talented. I adored my wedding dress. I bought a sample from her and she completely tailored the dress to my body. It looked fantastic the day of. She had clearly spent a lot of time making it perfect and it showed. Her designs are far superior to those off the rack. You can literally feel the energy that she puts into the dresses in her store - that's something you won't find at Marina Morrison, trust me. It's weird to say this because wedding dresses are a really big deal, but even more than the dress.... I loved Sue. I had to go dress shopping on my own bc my mom and I couldn't find a dress together the one weekend she was in SF (we looked at many stores). Sue kind of helped me out through the whole dress experience - she helped me like a mother would- from the veil to the shoes to the jewelry. It felt really great to know that she cared. One more thing: AWESOME jewelry at Atelier des Modistes as well - things that really compliment her designs. Go meet her. You'll be happy you did. read more

I looked all over the city for the perfect dress. I must have tried on over 30 dresses. When I stepped into Atelier des modistes, I felt very special. Sue Hanley helped me find the perfect dress and stayed within my budget. I had so much fun with her. All of her designs were more unique than any of the other dresses I had tried on. I didn't know what I was looking for but I wanted something really awesome and I found it there :) She has amazing jewelry as well!!! I highly recommend this place if you want to have that perfect dress experience. read more

Suzanne is incredibly skilled--she is the best in town (or maybe anywhere, but I've only looked in SF) at drapery, bustles, and making an initially gorgeous fabric look even more beautiful. If you like traditional with a twist, if you are all about top quality silk fabrics and the way they hang, go to Atelier des Modistes. Also, check out her orchid ballgown. WOW! They also make lovely accessories and veils here, and will custom make belts or sashes, or change the design of your dress to incorporate color, or a favorite ribbon, or any trim you like. True couture, all made in San Francisco. Again, the best eye for excellent fabric in the city. You just have to see what she can do to believe it. read more

Suzanne is truly an artist and my wedding dress wasn't just a dress. It was a reflection of who I am and it was the inspiration for the all the decor at the wedding. When you announce you are getting married suddenly everyone wants to help by throwing lots of their ideas on you. Its usually well-intentioned, but very overwhelming. Suzanne actually listened to what I wanted and then gave me ideas for the design. Because of that I felt confident and happy in the dress that she made for me. She is a wonderful artist and a beautiful person. Thank you Suzanne for helping shape a beautiful day for me! read more

Oh man, I don't know that I can say anything that hasn't already been said about Sue and her team but I'll try. I started my search for a wedding dress about 10 months before the big day, and I didn't have much an idea of what I wanted. I had never really dreamed about my perfect wedding or dress, and in true bay area fashion, I rarely dress up. Luckily my sister came to the rescue and booked me appointments at several bridal shops, ranging from second hand/ vintage stores to fancy bridal boutiques in downtown SF. All of them were lovely. Our second to last stop was at Atelier des Modistes, a small place she had found online and knew very little about. We had no idea that Suzanne was a custom dress designer until we got there. After showing her some pictures of what I thought I wanted, she spent quite a bit of time talking to me and my sister about how she would create my dream dress. I tried on some of what she had and in the process, I just really felt like she saw ME. Before we had left that day, my fiance had told me to get the dress that made me feel like a princess. And even though the dress hadn't even been made yet, that is exactly the way Sue made me feel. We left the shop, and my sister called and cancelled my last appointment. There wasn't a doubt in my mind about having Sue design my dress. She worked with me almost every month for 10 months and every visit was a pleasure. I picked up my dress today and in the thank you note I wrote her, I told her that thanks to her, I knew I would feel like the most beautiful woman in the world on my wedding day. I can't believe I could feel this way about an article of clothing, but I absolutely am in love with the results and am so, so incredibly thankful and lucky to have gotten my dress here! PS I also referred a client here and Sue made her a beautiful dress from vintage materials that were in her family. She loved it! read more

Suzanne is great. You sow a couple of pictures and she knows exactly what you are looking for. In the very first meeting she already knew everything I wanted in my dress. She works with extremely high quality of fabrics which I think is extremely important, so if you are looking for the best laces, or beaded laces or organzas, this is the place to go. The laces are to die for, a lot of options, all from Paris and you can even make your own type and pattern in the lace if you have the time. Fabric-wise every option is available to you. She has great designs in stock and would do anything you ask for as your wedding dress. My review is based on first appointments, cause I've been everywhere looking for gowns and still have not decided. When I do I will write the final review of the final dress (wanted to make sure that it is clear that I don't have my dress yet). The service is great and the ambience very intimate that I do like. It was one of the best experiences looking for gowns, the prices are on the high-end but mainly because the fabrics are really good, and here the price usually depends on how much fabric and what quality you are going to use. read more

I would give ten stars if I could! My dress was perfect, and purple, which was impossible to find anywhere else. What a magical experience as well! read more

Atelier Des Modistes - Purple wedding dress! - Bridal Near Me - San Francisco, California

Where do I begin? I got my wedding dress here and Sue was incredible! I remember walking by and seeing the pretty dresses in the window and knowing I had to get my dress there. I am quite busty with a smaller waist and for the life of me knew I needed a custom dress and boy did Su emake me happy! read more

Suzanne is an angel...she helped me so much for my wedding and I can't recommend her enough. Not only are Suzanne's dresses absolutely exquisite, but she is just a lovely person. She is so incredibly talented and truly cares so much about the bride's experience. There were several vendors that I had to deal with throughout our wedding planning process who, after receiving payment, showed that they didn't really care about us. It is disheartening and sometimes infuriating, and this is all the more reason why it is so worth it to work with someone like Suzanne, especially since the dress is one of the most important aspects of the wedding! You'll know that you're in the best hands and she'll make your vision come to life. If you meet or speak with Suzanne, you'll immediately recognize the difference between working with someone like her and purchasing a dress from a typical bridal store, which will likely not offer the same care, attention and artistry that you'll receive from Suzanne. I felt incredible in my dress on my wedding day. Not only did it fit me perfectly but it was also unbelievably comfortable. Suzanne has a gift, and that gift will make you feel more beautiful on your wedding day than you've ever felt before. read more

I was clearly just window shopping and said so, but as a portrait and wedding photog, I was drawn to this adorable shop. The proprietor/designer Suzanne was so welcoming that I think I asked x2 "So you design these"? I suppose I expected someone so talented to have an obvious ego, or be swanning around frowning at guests not draped in couture, as in many bridal salons. She didn't mind if I (gently) touched or took a few cell snaps. She also carries some nice accessories and jewelry at a good price point. The perfect details on the gowns, along with the "something new" colored gowns in the mix really charmed me. Purchased some nice gold hoops as a souvenir of San Francisco. I'll seek them out again on my next trip, even at the price of a hike up that hill. Stunning evening gowns too. read more

I got my wedding dress made here. Suzanne uses really high quality fabric that's really gorgeous. She does beautiful work but it's best to stick with a dress based on a design she already has. I had a custom dress made and during the last fitting, I lifted my arms up and my strapless dress fell completely down around my waist. Eek! She spent a lot of time fixing it and overall, I was happy with the dress but it did have some unplanned detailing which I didn't love because of the whole staying up thing (details, details). read more

There are not enough superlatives to describe what a pleasure it was to work with Suzanne Hanley on my daughter's beautiful wedding dress! I first learned about Atelier des Modistes when I saw a picture of a dress on a venue website and traced it to Sue through the photographer's credits. When we met Sue, we immediately felt comfortable with her and the quality of her work was obvious. As it happened, Sue still had some of the fabric we loved from the picture. But then, preserving the uniqueness of the other bride's dress and making my daughter's special, Sue designed a completely different, but equally lovely, dress that better suited my daughter. As my daughter told one of our guests, she truly felt like a princess and certainly looked like one. Sue graciously accommodated my daughter's difficult travel schedule. Although she is unfailingly reliable, Sue had to reschedule one appointment due to an emergency. To avoid any inconvenience to us, she condensed the missed fitting into the next one and did the extra work needed to stay on schedule. Due to the unmatched quality of the fabric, design, and workmanship, and considering the cost of alterations needed to bring other dresses anywhere close to the perfect fit, the price is well worth it. A lovely bonus is that working with Sue and her assistants is so enjoyable. read more

There is absolutely no designer on this planet like Sue. Every single one of her gowns is a unique, couture masterpiece. From the second you walk through the Jasmine-covered atelier door, the entire experience is enchanting. Sue will do everything and anything to make her clients 100% happy. She gives her clients her undivided attention and patiently explains each step of the process. The supreme quality of her work is unparalleled; every single element of lace, edging, beading and shaping reveals her decades of experience and masterful skill! It's impossible to walk out of her atelier without looking fabulous. Her eye for detail is extraordinary, and she has a heart of gold. Sue's an angel and it's a joy and honor to work with her!! read more