I can describe Donna truly as a lifesaver. She is worth her weight in gold! I was approaching a big event (my wedding day) and needed help in altering "the dress" I needed of a complex alteration. Donna did a superior job at an affordable cost! The dress "others" had suggested I take back was recreated as if made to order; it fit like a glove. Her bedside manner was lovely as well. Donna won my confidence to continue to take all alterations work to this abundantly qualified seamstress. I encourage you to try this shop as it's worth any Commute (mine is 25miin) time to get there. read more

She does do good work, but it does seem a little pricey. $33 to take straps an inch up from the chest and a half inch on each side of a dress, but what do I know. Maybe that's what the going rate is these days. I can't sew, so. now I know it's not cheap to get stuff altered. read more

They respond to quotes very quickly and had the best price. She quoted me $30-35 to tailor a dress around the waist. It was a rayon material so every place was saying it was more work to do. She got it done in a week per my request and it was ready before noon the day I asked to pick it up. Nice surprise to find it was only $25! Thanks again my dress fits perfect now. I would recommend them to everyone. read more

Donna is worth it. I've been going to her for over a decade here in Encinitas and she's always been spot on. I can't wear most shirts or suits off the rack. I always decline the "in store" tailoring and bring my new clothes to Donna for alterations. Her shop's excellent work should be a good enough reason to bring her your business. But an added bonus is just how nice she is. I always get a smile and hello and Donna and her team have an obvious intrinsic work ethic. Donna's Tailor Shop is one of my favorite local businesses in Encinitas. read more

I've always had great luck here, Donna is knowledgeable and affordable. Super quick and never have to wait long...

I brought in a couple pair of pants and they did a great job with the hemming and taper- will definitely go back!

I'm so lucky to have Donna's shop so close by! She's altered bridesmaid dresses, designer clothing, and now making pillows. Can trust her with anything! Thanks Donna! read more

Warning: Only have Donna Herself write up your order. I went there when she was away, and thought I clearly communicated what I needed fine, only to have 2 items altered incorrectly (one a fine pair of vintage pants permanently ruined as a result). I am heartbroken about my pants and waiting for Donna's return to take the items back to show her. read more

This was my first time at this tailor shop I found and I made an appointment and the lady was very very nice. Super communicative and helped me out with my jeans. I loved them, but they were way too big on me. I left them and got them back within a week and tried them on and they fit PERFECT! Very impressed and this will be my regular tailor shop from now on. Thank you :) read more

I went to Donna's tailor shop to repair a broken zipper on my teenager's snowboarding jacket. She found a zipper that color matched the jacket exactly and she was able to replace it perfectly. When I went to pick it up, it was even cleaner than when I dropped it off. And the price for the job was reasonable. I highly recommend using Donna for your tailoring needs. read more

Got my split pants repaired. I had them in my car and was in the mall and happened to walk into Donna's shop. I was really impressed with the nice quick service and how inexpensive it was. The pants are still holding up today! read more

Faboulous Tailoring! My daughter got her wedding dress fitted here. Timely and great prices. If you need a wedding dress altered or bustled, take to Donna's and get it done right instead of getting robbed at the bridal store! She can tailor anything!! read more

I went to Donna's based on recs from the local Anthro store. 1. She destroyed a beautiful midi skirt. Took off more length than I asked. The back of the skirt was hemmed shorter then the front. I pointed it out to Donna who said it would even out when I put it on. As expected the back got shorter when I put it on. She tried to fix it by releasing more length from the belt since she didn't leave enough length on the bottom, but the overall quality and the look of the skirt was damaged 2. Donna was very apologetic about my experience and she does have great reviews, so mistakenly I gave her business another chance. I brought in a dress for hemming. This time I was VERY specific about the length. The hem is a bit uneven, but tolerable. However, the lining was left significantly longer then the outer fabric. Very poor craftsmanship!!! read more

One quick fitting, a week's turnaround, and my bridesmaid's dress is perfectly fitted and ready to go! I usually do my own alterations, but I wasn't comfortable taking a scissors to the delicate chiffon dress the bride picked out. When I got the dress back, it was so perfectly hemmed, it looked exactly like it had when I got it from the manufacturer, and the sleeves weren't falling down anymore! Beautiful work, and courteous staff means I will be back! read more

Donna is the best. I had ONLY 2 yds of fabric and she worked a miracle to make TWO Ikea stool covers for me with ONLY 2 yd of fabric. Amazing. They fit perfectly on to my stools. she definitely worked a miracle on this one and I will be going back to her again for sure!! read more

This is the first time coming here for alterations. Donnas friendliness and customer service was off the charts. She would stay later so I could come in after work and her prices are very reasonable. Will go back to her for my next alteration needs. read more

By far, Donna is the best!! I cannot thank Donna enough! She saved my wedding dress! I started with an upscale tailor in Corona Del Mar who pinned my dress in five minutes. Feeling like a moneymaker as opposed to taking time for my one and only special day, and dress, my mother in-law suggested we take it to Donna instead. I cannot tell you how thankful I am to have her expertise! She meticulously took care of every detail, including weekly visits for trying on and pinning. My dress was not anything easy, I had a form fitting sheer beaded covering over a satin dress with ostrich feathers from the thigh down. I had every faith and trust in Donna. The comfort she brought every time I went in to work on my dress was worth every penny! And on top of it, the price she quoted was very reasonable, nowhere near the CDM price. Donna was such an integral part of my special day, and I can't thank her, her quality, care, and staff enough! My family will continue to spread the word and bring all our tailoring to her! read more

Donna's Tailor Shop - Donna created a work of art! - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Encinitas, California

I highly recommend Donna's tailor shop. She is very nice, professional, fast, reasonably priced, and the results were great. She altered a bridesmaid dress beautifully. I will definitely go back! read more

I took my wedding dress here for alterations, based on a friend's referral. I am so pleased with the results and price. The staff are very professional and sweet! I would highly recommend this shop! read more

I had my wedding dress altered at Donna's, and she did an amazing job! She took in the whole body of the dress and hemmed it, I was so happy with the results. It fit me like a glove. Thank you Donna! read more

Donna's Tailor Shop - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Encinitas, California

Best tailor in San Diego. Donna has tailored at least 30 items for me and is consistently excellent.

I have been using Donna's Tailor Shop for years, and am a big fan. I have had so many different items tailored over the years, from my beloved expensive jeans to business suits. Donna and her staff have always been very accomodating, no matter how ridiculous my time constraints or bizarre my requests (taking in leather pants for a Halloween Costume). I highly recommend them. read more

Best tailor we have ever found! Very friendly. Reasonably priced. Exquisite work. Highly recommend!

My reliable place to have my work pants hemmed in a timely manner. They will give you their opinion in terms of deciding on length depending on what kinds of shoes you wear. read more

Donna is the go-to person for Irish dance dresses. She has no problem with the complex construction of these costumes and can alter them to fit growing dancers. read more

Amazing work and wonderful customer service!!! I love sending everyone here!! Beautiful, clean shop and lovely staff. Thanks for taking such good care of all my brides!!!! read more

Always the best. Quick and cost friendly. Love the people that work here! Always get high quality service

I got my bridesmaid dress done here & they did a wonderful job! I had to order the dress much bigger than I needed since I am larger on top but not as big throughout the waist... the made the dress fit perfectly! Fair priced for what I needed done & they did it in a timely manner. I will definitely come back for more alterations read more

Donna is simply the best. If you need reasonably priced, perfect alterations this is the place. Donna has not only done simple alterations but has worked extensively on my daughter's competitive dance costumes; coming up with clever ideas on solving quick change dilemmas among other issues. These costumes are VERY expensive and elaborate, yet I never worry that they won't come back looking anything but perfect. read more

I went in today with several patches that needed to be sewn on several martial arts uniforms. I was asked when I needed them done by. They were so busy that I asked if possible at least one by tomorrow. I was told to come back at 5 the same day and that they would all be finished. I came back and a couple patches needed to be adjusted. They adjusted them right on the fly for me. I was so impressed by the way they handled my order. I sincerely encourage anyone who has any alterations that need to be done should go to Donna's. read more

Donna did the alterations for my wedding dress beautifully! I had called ahead because I only had 4 days in town to finish the alterations. She was super kind, efficient and did the work impeccibly. I felt like a million bucks on my wedding day. So grateful for her work! I will be back for more. read more

Donna- did a beautiful job altering my wedding dress and a bridesmaid dress. She scheduled my first appointment at the end of the day to avoid interruptions. She was detailed and careful and I went back for a few fittings just to make sure it was right. It only took 2 weeks and it was so reasonably priced. Thank you Donna! read more

Donna's is wonderful! They do excellent tailoring, they're always courteous and quick, and their prices are reasonable. I couldn't ask for a better experience! read more

Donna and her team are wonderful! My family has been going to her for over 20 years in Encinitas. She recently moved next to the LA Fitness and her new shop is very nice. She does excellent alterations and her prices are reasonable. She is quick and thorough with her work. You won't be disappointed. read more

Great service and work from Donna's Tailors. Consistent service, on-time, friendly, and just what I want from a tailor. This is our go-to place. I have had dresses, jeans, leather jackets, and pants done on-time and very well done. read more

An honest, professional business that provides excellent, personal service and work. Reasonably priced too. Donna is a good person and her staff is talented and hard working. read more

I had a difficult project that wasn't done correctly the first time. Donna personally contacted me and asked that I bring the project back to her so the zippers could be replaced with the correct type. I did and she did the work as promised at no charge. I feel this shows that she takes pride in the abilities of her seamstresses and the quality of their work. I am satisfied and pleased with the work they did. I am not sure why the first go around on this job went awry but it has been resolved and I will bring my business back to Donna in the future. read more

I have been going to Donna since she first opened her doors. She has been perfect on every article of closing I have brought to her, including a fur coat that was too big. Her work is always on time and reasonably priced. You get what you pay for and when it comes to my clothes I don't skimp. Thanks Donna for all the years of great tailoring! read more

Tried out Donna's shop a few weeks ago and am very pleased with results. Very friendly and took great care with my vintage dresses. Fast turn-around and good prices. read more

Brought in my Wilson's leather jacket from 1992 that needed a new zipper and a new lining. She did great work for a good price in a timely manner, she is a good person and I would definitely go back. read more