Tammy went above and beyond for our wedding she took the stress out of everything. From the first…read moretime we met her she gave us a checklist of items she could offer and assist with (photographer, videographer, flowers, DJ) including setting up for our church ceremony. She made it easy to pick out what we needed and gave us great ideas when we were a bit confused as well. If you have any inspirations or things you want done, she can do it for sure! Every few months she would check in with us and we would reach out if we needed to make any changes. All of this was handled with care and proper communication so we were on the same page. For the big day Tammy and her team exceeded our expectations and we were left speechless with what we walked into. Our guests loved what she had done with the venue and the flower selections were beautiful. The DJ she had for us also created an amazing vibe for the guests. 10/10 you only do the big day once so make it count!

Tammy is jack of all trades!…read more I reached out to Tammy because I needed my wedding venue decorated, florals created, hair and makeup done. She is such a sweetheart and her communication is great. I met with her in person to go over the basics and get a price quote. Then over the many months she would call to check in, ask for inspirations of what I wanted and asked me to meet again for samples of curtain colors, floral centerpieces, etc. This was all happening during the mist of our tariff issues, and she was very transparent about having some upfront payments so she can lock in the price of a few items she needed to purchase. We needed more centerpieces ordered, we needed to change the start time by an hour and she adapted to all the changes. She is up-front with you that you can change layouts and designs but if you have a theme color change, please be courteous and let her know ASAP in case she needs to make more purchases. The day came and I couldn't be happier with all of her work. She is such a pleasure to work with, I would hands down recommend her!

I had to find the Yelp page for this amazing business in Oakland's Chinatown, Sasha's House. I…read moredidn't realize they also sell traditional Chinese clothing for all sizes (including kiddos), because we've only frequented their outdoor tabling. I recently attended my first mahjong experience and purchased the coolest pair of mahjong tile earrings here. I also purchased a mini capybara with headphones, which is taken to most restaurants now as the stuffie of choice. The staff is so kind here and I can't wait to come back to the Pacific Renaissance Plaza soon. There is a special parking garage located conveniently underneath the plaza, pay before exiting/using the elevator. If you're in need of anything for Lunar New Year, I feel like this is most definitely a can't miss spot with great value.

The service and value. The women really understood the heritage of the meaning of each of the…read moredresses. I brought in an old wedding jacket and she told me the significance of it.

Karousel is a super sweet new boutique on Webster featuring a rotating collection of local artists'…read morewares sponsored by the Women's Initiative, which is a non-profit that helps low-income women start their own business. I spotted the shop on opening day after my Tuesday farmer's market jaunt and there is already a nice selection of fine jewelry, scented candles and soaps, art prints, and really cute clothing and accessories. They told me they'll also be offering classes and to let anyone know that if they're interested in selling, to contact Susan at the shop. Very glad to have a new shopping choice on Webster -- there are quite a few new businesses popping up and hopefully it means this side of the island is finally coming up...

You definitely want to check out Karousel Boutique. A great addition to the Webster neighborhood!…read more It offers a fun and unique shopping experience and is a great resource for beautiful, innovative, mostly handmade gifts and products created by local artists. I found some holiday gifts that were really one-of-a-kind. Besides a rotating gallery of artists' goods, it's also a community center offering classes in yoga, sewing, the arts, etc. Plus, they have some really fun events featuring fare by local wineries, restaurants and bands to spice up your shopping experience. Truly an Alameda original!

Writing this long-overdue review because this boutique truly deserves it. From the moment I walked…read morein, I was in awe of the stunning lehengas and jewelry. As someone who isn't Indian, I'll admit I felt a little intimidated at first--but the owner immediately made my family and I feel so welcome and comfortable. I was shopping for my engagement dress, and honestly, everything I tried on was beyond what I had imagined. Every piece felt like exactly what I was looking for--but even better. It really is a one-stop shop. It's been over two years now, and I still come back regularly. I recommend this boutique to all my friends and loved ones without hesitation.

I had the best experience at Siya. I didn't have enough time to make it out to India and I was a…read morebit nervous about shopping stateside. But Pranesh and Sonu helped me find all three of my outfits and jewelry for my sangeet, reception, and wedding, and the whole process was honestly such a fun and memorable experience. For my wedding outfit, he actually met with the designer with me and helped me design what I wanted and had it shipped to his store and tailored. He really took the time to understand what I wanted and paid attention to every little detail. And gave really great advice. The final result was even more beautiful than I imagined. Pranesh was always available whenever I had questions or wanted to bounce ideas off him, and he's just such a down-to-earth guy which made the whole process feel really comfortable and easy. You can tell he genuinely cares about making sure you love what you're wearing. The selection at Siya is also amazing. A lot of the other stores I went to felt pretty similar to each other, but Siya's pieces felt much more modern and up-to-date. It's a really nice blend of traditional designs to East meets West styles, and everything felt unique and thoughtfully curated. On top of that, his pricing is honestly very reasonable for the level of quality, craftsmanship, and style you're getting. I couldn't recommend Siya more if you're looking for bridal outfits that feel special, personalized, and beautifully made.

Anchal is great! She is very efficient and have pre-pleated so many of my sarees, I have started to…read moreenjoy wearing sarees again.

The saree draping was flawless, and I truly appreciated how you worked around my comfort and style…read morepreferences.punctual, precise, and beautifully executed. Highly recommended for any traditional event.

I purchased my wedding dress here as well as two other event-specific outfits. I am a white,…read moreAmerican bride, marrying a punjabi and therefore, wanted a dress that is the perfect fusion of indian and american. Sari Palace delivered! On the day of my appointment, the mother-daughter duo helped me fully customize my lehenga and choli based on other things I liked from their website and additional inspo from the webs. I was able to pick and choose fabrics, embroidery types, straps and even the level of fluff under the lehenga. From there, desi aunties took my exact body measurements, asked questions about how Id style the outfit and what level of modesty or immodesty I hoped to have LOL Im very big-chested so it was lovely that they could customize my top for support and coverage.When I came to pick it up, about three months later, I was OVERJOYED. It is literally exactly what I wanted and fits like a glove. I also purchased my haldi and mehendi outfits here, one of which had to be taken out and a stain removed. They did it no problem and offered a discount, too. Every time I am in here, they greet me by name and are incredibly friendly. The selection is insane!! The only reason this is a four instead of five is because I do feel the price point is high for some of the off the shelf items but for custom, I felt the $850 I paid was reasonable especially when a lot of "american" wedding dresses are $1k+ in addition to alterations.

My sister purchased her bridal dress and jewelry set here, and unfortunately the experience was…read moreincredibly disappointing. The prices are extremely high for the quality you actually receive. You'll pay over $3000 for plastic sequins all over. Beaded embroidery fine, but just plastic sequins? The bigger issue was the jewelry set. It honestly looked cheap, with uneven coloring and a painted metal appearance. We came back hoping to exchange it, the younger manager immediately became defensive and said they don't "force" anyone to buy anything. No one said my sister was forced, the point was that this set never should have been recommended to her in the first place, especially at that price point. She felt pressured and ultimately regretted the purchase. My sister went back and I met her there to help her with the tough conversation. Any clarification questions I asked were dodged, and both managers spoke to me in a very dismissive and condescending way, even though I remained respectful the entire time. I think they got used to my sister saying yes to everything, then were unhappy to have someone question them. They then showed us another jewelry piece we actually liked, but it was almost $400 more on top of the $750 already spent. When I asked what made it higher quality or more expensive, the older manager straight up said "there was nothing different about the material or jewels" and that they were simply charging more because they paid more for it. That response alone said everything. To make matters worse, the bridal dress was packed tightly into a small bag. When we opened it, it smelled strongly of chemicals and glue. (Um....it was supposed to be hand stitched....so why glue smell?) When I asked about it, they casually told us to "just steam it...? like you do regular clothes...?" For a bridal gown costing thousands of dollars, the presentation and preparation were shockingly poor. I've purchased bridal dresses elsewhere that arrived properly hung, covered, and ready to wear. What's most disappointing is that I've recommended this place to many people over the years and have personally shopped here multiple times. After this experience, definitely won't be recommending anymore. The customer service, pricing, and quality simply do not match what they advertise. Go elsewhere, even worth traveling to LA to see their bridal offerings in Artesia versus defaulting to local shops in Berkeley/SF.

I came here on a Saturday morning and it didn't look like it was a clothing store. It wasn't opened…read moreyet at around 10 am

My daughter and I stopped in here in a whim during the New Year Festival in Chinatown. The shop is…read morestuffed to the gills with both Chinese and Western women's clothing on hangers, racks and in boxes . The proprietess was very attentive and after considerable searching found the perfect 4th pink and gold traditional Chinese dress for my daughter, and gave us a on the spot discount . The dress was durable and well made, but was no match for my daughter who wore it every chance she got until it ripped to shreds. We'll be going back soon for another.

Ms Rebecca created a beautiful dress for me and a matching daishiki for my husband. We wore these…read moreclothes to my grandniece's engagement party. Ms Rebecca is artistic, creative, an excellent seamstress, and a great storyteller. We enjoyed meeting her.

Very humble and trustworthy person to individuals Christ like. Willing to work with you and…read morehave lots of patience. I strongly appreciate and recommend her service a trustworthy and genuine Christian. Try for yourself.