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    Garments By Holly Merritt

    Garments By Holly Merritt

    4.6
    (73 reviews)
    15.6 mi
    $$

    My experience with Holly Merritt was terrible - her communication was terrible, she was rude, her…read morepricing was unclear and constantly shifting, and her work was of poor quality. She permanently and irreparably damaged my wedding gown when she cut the skirt bye eye, without measuring, resulting in it being uneven and too short on one side. Do not bring your wedding dress here - she charged me more than my original estimate without ever communicating that an adjustment was needed, for a dress that was nowhere near complete. She will give you an estimate for the services, then actually charge you hourly, including her full rate for her numerous "fittings". To date I have never received an itemized invoice, despite asking multiple times. Who knows what surprise bill I would have received if all requested services had been completed... I really wanted to support local small business and gave her numerous chances to make things right, to no avail.

    Holly Merritt is one of a kind. Not only is she an incredible seamstress/alterations person, she's…read morealso a clothing designer! I mention that because she took two dresses--which I needed to wear to my son's wedding, which I am officiating--and completely transformed them. I'm really short, and she raised up the waistbands to hit my natural waist, which made both dresses look so much more flattering! Because the wedding will be outside in the summer in Santa Rosa (about 5 pm), I am not sure what the weather will be like. So I bought a dress and a suit. The dress had long sleeves and I was worried it would be too hot. Holly suggested making them bell sleeves, which was a great idea (I was asking for short sleeves, but her idea preserved the look of the dress, while making it cooler). When I went to pick it up, she had not just sewed the sleeves straight across, she added a lettuce edge to it! She also scalloped the bottom hem. Incredible. She turned my dress for the rehearsal dinner into another dress entirely. Not only did she raise up the waist, but she also turned it into a v-neck with a more open back. This made it look SO much better on me. Also, raising the waist made it look much more flattering, because there's a bunch of tulle and it's super puffy. With the empire waist, it no longer looked frumpy or emphasized my wider bits. She also added this gorgeous lace beaded trim--to the waistband, the hem, and to the sleeves. She took a "just ok" dress and made it fabulous! Lastly, Holly shortened the sleeves of a suede jacket. That might sound trivial, but NO ONE who I asked previously could do it. Now I'm happy to wear it. So those are the "mechanical" parts of the transaction. But there was so much more. Going to Holly's studio was like going to an artist's studio. Yes, it was kind of cluttered. But it's the kind of cluttered where everywhere you look is some piece of art or beautiful thing to look at. I could have stayed in there for hours. Just the coolest little space. Lastly, Holly herself is amazing. Because I brought her so much stuff to alter, we spoke a lot and I got to know her a bit. Not only is she an incredible designer, but she's also fascinating. We talked for so long every time I went that I felt guilty for missing work! But I also didn't care, because I was so entranced by the conversation. Every time I went to Holly's studio, I saw new and amazing wedding dresses. I watched her transform ancient wedding dresses into new, modern creations that preserved the look and feel of the originals. Her talent is remarkable. All of this is to say--please ignore the ridiculous 1-star reviews. There will always be haters in this world. But Holly epitomizes Santa Cruz--one of a kind, artistic, organic...I adore her. I hope we will stay friends because she's the kind of person I want to know...completely unique and a class act. Thank you, Holly. I am someone who is very self-conscious about wearing "fancy clothes." And these were important outfits. For the very first time in my life, I'm going to attend an event where I KNOW I look good because my dresses were made just for me. You won't find anyone like her. I guarantee it. Huge kudos. XO

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    First look on wedding day, my dress fit perfect!
    First look on wedding day, my dress fit perfect!
    Wedding gown that Holly shortened and added a bustle to
    Wedding gown that Holly shortened and added a bustle to
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    Le Caprice

    Le Caprice

    4.8
    (337 reviews)
    33.8 mi
    $$

    Marina at Le Caprice is a lifesaver!…read more I ordered a Vivienne Westwood gown from a very popular bridal shop. When I tried it on during pickup, I knew something was off. It took 3 stylists just to hook the dress together before it could be zipped up. I had not gained any weight since ordering, and the dress felt like it had been ordered a size too small. The stylist who was helping me put on the dress kept reassuring me that the gown had a hard corset, and because it was strapless, it was meant to fit that tightly. Well before my actual wedding, I had my courthouse ceremony... I needed a lot of help to get the dress hooked on, and when it came time to drive to the courthouse, I couldn't even sit up. I had to lean the car seat all the way back in order to make it to the courthouse. The entire afternoon I was so uncomfortable that I didn't even want to drink water. After that experience, I brought my dress to Marina at Le Caprice. She took one look at my back and didn't even bother zipping me up. She assured me that my dress was too small, that it was not just in my head, and offered to remove the zipper and replace it with a corset back! I was nervous because I really loved the top part of my dress and how snatched it made my waist look, but when I received my dress it still looked just as perfect! Not only that, but I was completely comfortable in it when I was sitting and eating at my reception (: Marina was able to complete the alterations super fast at a fair price and I think the corset was elegantly executed. I highly recommend coming to Le Caprice!

    My wedding dress turned out so beautifully! I'm a petite person so needed a good amount of length…read moretaken off the front and skirt adjusted higher to hit my waist. I also wanted to emphasize some curves and add extra lift to the girls~ All the above was done without an issue! I was also allowed to schedule in quick try ons to see an alternate bustle option and if my veil matched well. The staff was professional, honest, and thorough with answering my questions. My dress and veil were steamed before pick up, and I was glowing on my wedding day

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    The Bow is everything!
    The Bow is everything!
    Our bride Jessica
    Our bride Jessica
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    My Wedding Fairies

    My Wedding Fairies

    5.0
    (28 reviews)
    12.7 mi

    We booked My Wedding Fairies for my wedding hair and Makeup along for hair and make up for my…read moremother and hair for my 8-year-old daughter. Cynthia was very friendly and gave me a breakdown of what everything would cost. Along with a very detailed contract that protected both of us. I appreciated that. She set me up with Eva for my wedding trial and make up and hair for the wedding day. And she was super friendly and did an amazing job with my hair and Makeup. I was complimented all day at the wedding. Thank you so much to Wedding Fairies and Eva for doing an amazing job on our make up and hair.

    We went with My Wedding Fairies as our day-of coordinators for our wedding in June and we are very…read moresatisfied with them! Cynthia and Amanda were absolutely incredible to work with, and we can't recommend them highly enough. From the start, they knew our venue (Rengstorff House) inside and out, which made planning and walkthroughs smooth and stress-free. They helped us put together a detailed timeline, down to the minute, for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, and they guided us through the rehearsal with confidence, making sure everyone knew their role. They put together a useful timeline document and had all our vendor information for coordinating on the big day. On the day itself, they handled everything with all of our vendors, getting them to the right place and making sure they had everything they needed. Cynthia and Amanda managed setup and placed the decorations we ordered, and kept everything moving without us ever feeling rushed. When a last-minute hiccup came up with ice (at first we didn't have enough ice for our drinks and cooling needs), they handled it quickly and quietly so we never had to stress - we didn't even know there was a hiccup until it was all over. Right before the ceremony they took a moment to reassure us, and helped move us around through the venue so we wouldn't see each other before our first look. During the reception, they kept everything going according to schedule, and several vendors and guests even commented to us that it was one of the best run weddings they've been at. 10/10!

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    My Wedding Fairies
    My Wedding Fairies
    My Wedding Fairies

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    Carole Kenney Design

    Carole Kenney Design

    4.9
    (163 reviews)
    118.0 mi
    $$$

    Carole came highly recommended for wedding dress alterations. I decided to go with her, as she has…read morea reputation for being the best..and she did not disappoint. She did an EXCELLENT job, in a very short amount of time. Not only is she incredibly talented, she is wonderful to work with! I enjoyed the experience and I LOVE my dress! The high quality work and attention to detail is truly remarkable. During our initial phone call, she took the time to answer all of my questions and didn't rush me. She didn't pressure me to go with her, made me feel comfortable and said she would be able to fit me in just in time for my wedding. My first fitting was such a positive experience! She is incredibly bright and insanely talented. She is friendly and personable. When I went to the second fitting to pick up my dress, I was truly stunned. I have never used the word "snatched" before, but she made me look "snatched". I never wanted to take my gown off. She transformed it into a work of art. My mom needed help when steaming my dress on the day of my wedding, and I didn't know what to do. I gave her my phone and had her call Carole. Carole was so kind and helpful and went above and beyond. I am so grateful for Carole! TLDR: Carole is absolutely AMAZING and will make you look and feel BEAUTIFUL on your wedding day. You will not be disappointed

    Carole did an amazing job at putting a lot of love and care into fitting my mother's dress to my…read morewedding day. She worked with my budget and listened to what I wanted and made something I didn't even know what was possible happen. Her studio is very clean and gorgeous. She guided me on how to travel to Mexico with my dress and gave me the confidence to do so. I am so over the moon that I was able to wear my mom's dress for my mom and the rest of my family in Mexico. My mother could not be in the states for my civil ceremony, but with her dress she was as close to my heart as possible. Thank you again Carole.

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    Let's talk about the side slit! Underneath layers of different lace to give it the most unique look.
    Let's talk about the side slit! Underneath layers of different lace to give it the most unique look.
    My wedding dress after alterations , bustled , side shot.
    My wedding dress after alterations , bustled , side shot.
    My grandmother's beading!

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    My grandmother's beading!
    Sketch & Stitch

    Sketch & Stitch

    4.9
    (64 reviews)
    23.6 mi
    Certified professionals
    Offers payment plans

    Foroogh is absolutely amazing! She's incredibly kind, attentive, and truly talented at what she…read moredoes. My dress was very loose, and I needed significant alterations--but she made it fit flawlessly. It honestly feels like the dress was custom-made just for me. Every interaction with her, both over text and in person, was such a positive experience. I really appreciated how she offered thoughtful suggestions while still making sure my preferences came first. She made the whole process feel easy and collaborative. If you need alterations for your big day, you can trust Foroogh completely--she will exceed your expectations. Thank you so much, Foroogh!

    My partner brought in an athletic long-sleeve shirt that was too long and too loose, and Foroogh…read more(the owner) was incredibly polite and respectful both over text and in person. She initially quoted $60 to shorten it with professional-quality work, plus an additional $70 for alterations to improve the fit. He decided to go ahead with just the shortening, and Foroogh promised a two-day turnaround which she delivered right on time. To our surprise, she completed the additional fitting services at no extra charge after learning he is a college student. The craftsmanship was flawless, you genuinely can't tell the shirt was altered at all. Excellent service, exceptional quality, and a truly thoughtful business owner. 5/5, highly recommend!

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    4/12/6
    4/12/6
    4/12/26 Back mesh corset replaced with mikado fabric.
    4/12/26 Back mesh corset replaced with mikado fabric.
    5/16/26

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    5/16/26

    Katia's Bridal Shop - bridal - Updated August 2026

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