I am so fortunate to have found Dorie/L'Mode! I was searching for emergency alterations, found this business in close proximity to me, and had a good feeling based off the positive reviews and detailed website. Dorie is so kind and accommodating. She was responsive over text, saw me very soon after I reached out, and finished my dress beautifully with the 2 week time frame she was given before the ceremony! I picked a dress from Lulus online and needed hemming, sleeves and bust adjusted, waist seam hidden, the sides let out, zipper replaced, a bustle added, and the dress has 3 layers. The pricing is detailed on the website and I expected to pay for the amount of work done in and in such a short amount of time. I am so satisfied with how my dress came out - it fit like a glove and made me feel beautiful, so any pricing felt worth it to me. Dorie is clearly an expert who loves her craft! Plus she has such a fun personality. Thank you again! Photo credit: Blanca Ayala/Let's Build Memories read more

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I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with L, Mode Bridal Alterations! From the very first consultation to the final fitting, they made the entire alteration process smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable. I brought in my dream wedding dress knowing it needed quite a bit of work--hem adjustments, taking in the bodice, adding a bustle, and tweaking the straps, I had a 6 layer dress! Dorie immediately put me at ease with her warm demeanor, incredible attention to detail, and experience of bridal gowns. The final result was absolutely perfect. The dress fit like it was made just for me. It hugged in all the right places, was comfortable all day and night, and the bustle held up through hours of dancing. I had so many compliments, not just on the dress itself, but on how beautifully it fit. If you're looking for someone who is meticulous, kind, professional, and truly passionate about their craft, look no further. I'm so grateful they were part of my wedding journey. read more

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I am so happy to have trusted Dorie with my wedding dress, she is extremely talented and experienced. I had a long list of alterations and adjustments that needed to be done and my dress had a lot of intricate detail and lace, and it turned out perfectly and even quicker than expected. I will say I was surprised to learn how expensive alterations can be, but unfortunately this is the case anywhere you go and Dorie's craftmanship is reflected in the high quality of her work. For such an important event like your wedding, it's not something you want to cut corners and risk going somewhere Thank you Dorie for making my dress fit perfectly and making it look even better than before! read more

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EDIT: Dorie keeps gaslighting me on how I lied about my original layers and not going to the location with Manager Chi (probably to take this review down), which everyone else with better reviews has mentioned so I've posted more screenshots as proof. She also keeps editing her response to avoid looking like a liar so I've attached her previous comment as well. I'm not too demanding at all. All I asked for was time, which you did not give me. I went in to get a consultation because Dorie had told me ballpark was $300. Imagine my shock when I went in and was actually priced $1100. They eventually went down to $780 after a few days, which made me wonder if the steep price was for negotiation purposes. HOWEVER, I told both Chi and Dorie I needed time to make my decision as I wanted to gauge prices of other shops and where to trust. Dorie did not respect my time and texted me almost every day, basically harassing me to make appointments and asking when I'll come in. It made me VERY uncomfortable and unnecessarily stressed. On top of this, Dorie told me the $780 deal was good till the end of October and rescinded that deal immediately the day after (less than 24 hrs) when I told her I was still trying to make my decision. All this happened in a span of a week, but it felt like a month long battle. I'm sure they can do a good job but their pushy attitudes completely put me off and made me very uncomfortable to work with them. I hope they learn from this. read more

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This review is long overdue but I can't thank Dorie enough for working her magic on my wedding dress! When I first received my dress from the bridal store, I was feeling uncertain on whether I chose the right dress (mainly because it was too big on the top). However, when I first met Dorie during my initial consultation, she complimented my dress so much and made me feel beautiful in own skin. I also went in thinking I wanted a French bustle because of social media but Dorie assured me that an American bustle suited my dress more, and she was definitely right! When I picked up my dress, I fell back in love with it because it fit me perfectly. Dorie was also extremely quick to reply to every message and she even finished my dress 3 weeks before the original pick-up date. Thanks so much, Dorie! read more

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This is a long overdue review. Dorie, you are truly amazing and a sweetheart! I purchased my wedding dress and after having to postpone our wedding a couple of times because of Covid, I contemplated whether or not to just buy a new one, but I'm glad I didn't! Dorie was able to transform my wedding dress and added the most elegant bustle. The dress fit me wonderfully after the alterations and was the perfect length with my shoes. If you're looking to alter your dress or just to add a bustle, I recommend you go to Dorie. She is truly a gem. Thank you so much Dorie! read more

Dorie was amazing and I couldn't be happier with the results. I had my wedding end of in May and brought my dress to her in April for alterations when it arrived. Only took her about 3 weeks for alterations and I couldn't have been happier. This review has been long overdue but I'm very happy with my results. A bit on the pricier side but that's what I expected for a dress this size. I lost a lot of weight so my dress had to be taken in at the waist, cups adjusted, bustle and hemmed (5"3). Overall so happy. Would recommend! read more

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I had a great experience overall with Dorie and Chi! They were both kind, professional, and really dedicated to getting everything just right. I'll admit I was a little nervous at first when she cut quite a bit for the shoulder flap adjustment, but she went back and kept making small tweaks until I was completely happy with how it looked. In the end, the dress turned out beautiful and fit perfectly. I really appreciated her patience and commitment to making sure I loved the final result. For those who might be wondering, she works out of her home studio, which i wasn't expecting but it was a sweet personable experience. read more

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the sweetest lady owns this alterations shop. i had to get the train on my dress shortened and she was able to do it at an affordable price. my dress was lace and had multiple layers so i was really appreciative of the price. she did an amazing job and it looks absolutely perfect. read more

I swear Dorie did some sort of magic with my dress. I fell in love with this Grace Loves Lace style (the Nathalia), but it didn't come in anything smaller than an XS and there was just all this excess fabric that bunched up around my waist and shoulders. I thought because the lace was so intricate that I was just stuck with the bunching, but Dorie somehow tailored it to not only fit me so perfectly(!!) but also make it look like the lace was completely untouched. She will literally make your dress look like it was made for you. (I was so excited by the way it turned out I couldn't even wait for my official photos to come back lol, these were all just taken by friends and family. I'm obsessed with this dress and the way Dorie made it fit me) read more

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Dorie was absolutely amazing! I had done LOTS of searching when looking for someone to alter my dress, and the trust was instant when I met Dorie. She had experience with the designer of my dress, made me feel confident in her skills and had the best personality. She altered my dress perfectly the way I wanted. She even gave me suggestions on things I hadn't even thought of. She was very communicative and I could tell she took her time and altered my dress with great precision and care. She took her time during our appointments, didn't rush our time, and gave me all the attention. Don't hesitate to call Dorie! read more

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Dorie is a true gem when it comes to wedding dress alterations - her expertise and passion for her craft are evident in every dress that hang in her condo. She was quick to respond and provide a quote over text, and was able to do my alterations with a little less than two months until my wedding!! I brought in a dress that was several sizes too big and Dorie immediately knew where to alter the dress and transformed it in a beautiful, custom fit dress, and she did it all perfectly in just one fitting. I got so many compliments my entire wedding day and it was a dream come true, thanks to Dorie's skillful work! read more

L'Mode Bridal Alterations Specialist - Bridal Near Me - Tustin, California

Dorie is reachable, easygoing, and a straight shooter. Her business is at her condo, so don't be surprised when you show up. Even though it is at her condo, she does a good job at decorating it and gives clear instructions on how to find her address. My first communication with Dorie revolved around how early I should come for a consultation. She said a 3 month lead time was fine. I followed up 3 months before my wedding and made an appointment at her place. She gave me cost effective suggestions so I didn't spend too much on tailoring. Initially, I wasn't going to wear heels, but since my dress had an elaborate lace, she recommended I get 3 to 4 inch heels. She also said she can take the dress out or I can lose a little weight if I wanted to save money. Dorie is like an Asian auntie, so I didn't take offense to a comment like that, but once again, she's very candid. :) She suggested I add a bustle and hem the layers without lace, take in the dress at the chest, and add in cups. It took Dorie about 4-6 weeks to complete her alterations. When I tried on my dress, I noticed there was a slight boob gap. I took it home to try the dress with a push up bra. I was in distress but told myself I needed to speak up. I texted Dorie and sent her photos. She simply gave me another appointment, saw what I needed, and didn't charge me extra for the additional alterations. The second round of alterations took only a week. I walked away with my last fitting super satisfied and happy with the results. Thanks so much, Dorie! :) P.S. Payment is upfront via Zelle or check. Picture credit: IG - shoualorphotos read more

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Updating my review since my wedding has passed. I have to come clean and admit that my ORIGINAL first review that I gave to Dorie back in February was 4 stars. I had listed in my original review that some of my chief complaints were (1) not being communicated with AT ALL during my dress pinning regarding any pricing or if I want to do certain alterations... they just silently pinned me without discussing if the changes were what I wanted, (2) being uncomfortable undressing in her studio with a older gentleman present and walking around in the condo, (3) lots and lots of food smells when I came to pick up my dress. The reason I changed the original review to 5 stars (and removed a bunch of negative text) was that Dorie basically spammed me the next day over text (I have the texts to prove it, and I'm hoping she does not text me again), asking me to change my review to 5 stars, in exchange for cash. I, being originally shocked at the price of the alterations, took the money because I needed to offset the cost of the alterations. In hindsight I realize this is probably why she has so many 5 star reviews -- I wonder how many other people she reached out to to change their reviews for money. So -1 star from my original 4 star review for unethical business practices. -1 more star to make my final review 2 stars. During my wedding day, the back of my dress kept shifting around throughout the day; something clearly went wrong with the alterations, because it did NOT do this when I tried on the dress off the rack. I wish I would have noticed it during the alterations fittings, but again I was uncomfortable with the whole situation. See some images from my wedding day attached -- the zipper line and slit in the back is supposed to fall in the middle. The whole evening, it kept shifting and becoming crooked, making for some sad and unusable pictures. Very disappointed that the price I paid for the alterations couldn't even result in a flawless dress for my one special day. Keeping 2 stars because my 2nd shorter dress ended up fitting okay throughout the night. Unfortunately because of these reasons above, I can't recommend Dorie to other brides. EDIT: Okay, since Dorie wants to lie and state that I demanded her money, here are some screenshots. She was the one who reached out to me first via text, she was the one who offered me money out of the blue, and she was the one who asked me to remove all the "cons" and update my review from 4 stars to 5 stars. I kindly stated for her to increase her offer since I had such a poor experience, I never "demanded" anything as you can see from my responses. Notice how her other 1-2 star reviews indicate she gaslights her customers. She can't even handle constructive criticism and will instead lie on the Yelp platform to continue bringing in innocent brides. Yes Dorie, I TOTALLY used my hand to shift my dress crooked around ALL DAY in front of all my guests, also wasting precious photography moments (which everyone knows is expensive), JUST so I could give you a 2 star on Yelp. A business with integrity would have apologized and investigate what went wrong in their process so that they could improve. Dorie just does not listen to anyone giving feedback and instead chooses to live in her own fantasy. Good luck to all the brides out there. read more

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I had a great experience with Dorie! She was able to contact through text, which made it really easy and she gave me instructions to get into her place. She was so nice and so helpful and really made my dress fit perfectly. On our fitting, I accidentally lost weight and she was able to fix it and bring it in further on my waist two weeks before the wedding and made it on perfect timing. Thank you again Dorie! You are amazing and so sweet! Will recommend to anyone I know read more

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Goodness I wanted to leave a review for Dorie the moment I picked up my dress after it was perfectly altered after ONE fitting! But knew I had to wait until at least after my wedding was over LOL When I bought my dress, I was in between sizes & the girl helping me told me to buy the bigger size instead. I was so excited when it arrived but when I tried it on, it was so unflattering on me that I was unsure if I even liked it anymore. I went to 2 alteration consultations & had such a good feeling after meeting Dorie. Something about her just made me immediately trust her. She was so confident that I would only need one fitting & she was absolutely right. Mind you another place I had inquired with wanted a deposit before our consultation as well as an 'average of 4 fittings.' As a busy bride at the time, I thought to myself who has the time for that. I picked up my dress 7 weeks after dropping it off & my dress fit like a glove!! The bustle was so beautiful & accentuated my curves perfectly. I was able to have my dream wedding & see my vision come to life. I literally cannot thank Dorie enough!! read more

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Such a wonderful seamstress! Both my daughters had their wedding dresses altered by DoriE and she was amazing. She even saved my daughter's dress when it was butchered by the bridal shop she purchased it from and had it ready just in time for the wedding. Absolute life saver!! read more

L'Mode Bridal Alterations Specialist - Bridal Near Me - Tustin, California

When the boutique I purchased my wedding gown from said they are at max capacity and could not alter my dress, I was super distressed. I asked around for recommendations, and my family friend told me about L'Mode! She had her wedding gown custom made here. So glad I gave it a try because Dorie is a gem!!! She went above and beyond, and I am so happy I listened to her advice for my wedding gown alterations! She is detailed, talented, tasteful, patient, and so kind. It was easy working with her. I definitely recommend coming to L'Mode! read more

I had a great experience working with Dorie! I needed to get my dress shortened, a bustle added, the leg slit shortened and slightly taken in. I had one initial fitting with her and upon pick up it fit perfectly. She was great at answering my questions including helping me take a video of how to bustle my dress for my MOH to watch to prep for the wedding day, and timely with the pickup deadline she set. I'd happily recommend any brides in the area looking for an alterations specialist to Dorie :) read more

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I can't rave enough about this little lady. This is the best small business Bridal alteration find. So much experience, spot on and perfect for my bustle on my wedding dress and fitting around the bust area. She was phenomenal and did not take long at all! Such a kind heart too... I was apprehensive at first because of the cost of the dress (upwards of $5k) leaving it there but it turned perfect! read more

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I received a recommendation on L'Mode Bridal Alterations from the location I got my wedding dress at. I'm SO happy I found Dorie. She is super easy to work with. Very communicative and responsive (especially with text! Made is super easy for me). We set up an appointment and instantly felt so comfortable with her. She is very professional, sweet & talented. I am inexperienced with dress alterations so she let me know what to bring prior to our appointment and while we were at my appointment, I told her what changes I would like made and she had a couple additional recommendations which made the dress much better! Once we had the final fitting and it came time to put on my dress. Wow, the dress came out amazing & fit me perfectly! I'm so happy I went to Dorie & definitely recommend her 100% if you are looking to get your dress altered! read more

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Dorie did a beautiful job altering my wedding dress. I found a dress only a couple of months before the wedding day and had a limited amount of time to have it altered - it was a size or two too big for me. Dorie's condo is a very cute space and there was seating for my mom/mom in law/sister. It was clear she had a lot of knowledge and confidence from the consultation. I let her know what I wanted and she weighed in with her advice and thankfully I trusted her! She was able to make the adjustments I needed and wanted, did a custom bustle, and it fit my body perfectly after only one fitting! read more

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Dorie literally saved my wedding! I ordered an amazing dress online, as I have had fairly good luck in the past in receiving the item exactly as pictured. I had even ordered a different wedding dress prior, and it arrived exactly as pictured, but in the wrong color. So, they sent me another one in the correct color, and let me keep the first one. So, I had 2 wedding dresses. But, while waiting for the 2nd gown to arrive, I saw the most amazing wedding gown! So, I ordered it, but, this one did not look like the picture. It was very sloppy and frumpy, and I just wanted to cry. I went to some alteration places, but everyone said that nothing could be done. I then tried L'Mode Bridal. Dorie could see my disappointment, and explained that no one else wanted to do it, because it involved de-constructing the entire gown., and the beaded bodice makes re-assembling the pieces very difficult. Dorie told me that she likes a challenge, and agreed to fix my gown! And, she did! She completely renovated my gown, and there it was---the amazing and perfect dress I had seen in the picture! She took a horribly ugly, sloppy gown and made me look like a princess! I sold the other 2 gowns on eBay, so 2 other girls also found their dream gown! If others tell you "it can't be fixed", it's because they are not as experienced and talented as Dorie! For your special day, you want everything to be perfect! If your gown needs alterations, don't even waste your time going anywhere else. Dorie is the only one who can take your frumpy, sloppy gown and turn you into Cinderella on her way to the ball! read more

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Dorie was absolutely amazing and altered my dress to perfection! When I initially brought it to her, my dress was not to my size and she used extra fabric to work her magic and keep the original dress design. I highly recommend her business as she has incredible talent and high attention to detail. Thanks again Dorie for making my day so magical!! read more

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Dori did a beautiful job on my dress! She is very experienced and you should expect to pay top dollar with her. My alterations cost more than my dress, but I had quite a bit that needed done. Including adding a slit. In the end, the dress is one of the most important details and my dress was gorgeous! read more

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Adding this in response: Kind of crazy that Dorie wants to call my story made up when I have uploaded photographic proof of how she horribly deconstructed my lace hem and did not repair the mistake to match the original pattern. If you look closely, you can see some of the photos were taken in her studio shop (condo). The other photos are of my amateur work to fix your "professional" alterations. Integrity is just a word used to make yourself look better. Having integrity means understanding, owning, and fixing your mistakes, not gaslighting your customers and calling them liars. I am sorry I ever trusted you with something so important. read more

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I am so happy with Dorie's work on my wedding dress! I had a very long, dramatic train, and she created a simple but beautiful bustle. She gave me a diagram at the last fitting appointment so it was easy for my bridesmaids and coordinators to bustle the dress during the wedding. In addition to hemming my dress perfectly, she also made removable straps for the reception. I dropped off my dress in March and it was ready for pick-up in May. Dorie is so friendly and flexible, and makes it easy to schedule fittings with her. Out of all of the quotes I shopped around for, her pricing was the best for the work. Keep in mind that she does require cash/Zelle up front, but I highly recommend Dorie and can't thank her enough! read more

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Dorie was amazing. She was very prompt in her communication and my dress fitting went smoothly. We talked through her suggestions for my dress and I couldn't have been happier. I felt beautiful on my wedding day and wearing a dress that really fit well. Highly recommend Dorie and her alterations expertise!! read more

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Dorie is an absolute master and professional at her craft. The second I came in for my consultation, she knew everything that needed to be altered the second I put on the dress. She also gave me recommendations on some changes she could make so I could walk around easier with my dress since there was SO much fabric. I initially thought my dress fit me just fine but she managed to make it fit even 100x better than I could possibly dream. She completed my dress in one month -- incredibly fast turn around for standard wedding dress alterations. When I came in for the fitting, I was amazed at how EXACT everything fit. I had no complaints or any extra changes. :') She was so professional and always responded quickly to my messages. I couldn't have been happier with the outcome. Thank you so much, Dorie! You're a magician!!! read more

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Dorie altered three dresses for me: 1 for court wedding, 1 for my wedding ceremony (photo), for the reception. She was very efficient and responsive throughout. She listened to my requests and made me feel at peace. She's an expert in this, so if you work with her, you don't have to worry about a thing. read more

L'Mode Bridal Alterations Specialist - Bridal Near Me - Tustin, California

Dorie is FABULOUS and I couldn't be more happy with how my dress turned out in the end. My wedding dress is very intricate with 6 layers of fabric and long train (one of them which being horsehair). I had to get the dress hemmed up and the bust taken in and it seriously fits like a glove now. Dorie's expertise in this field is exceptional and it shows. She told me she use to make pageant and wedding dresses and so it gave me the piece of mind that THIS is what she does best. In addition to the finished alterations, she was super easy to work with and she is very quick at responding to any texts! My wedding is in Feb 2023 and was told my dress would be done on February 1st, but she had it ready in 3 weeks from what I brought it in (another wonderful surprise :) ) read more

I had the BEST experience working with Dorie. First off, she gives the clearest instructions on how to get to her condo which is super appreciate. Every meeting with her was clear, efficient, easy and she made me feel so comfortable. She even went the extra mile to take my dress in after some unexpected weight loss so close to my wedding date and had it done EARLY! I'm in awe of how friendly and professional Dorie was. I have already recommended her to friends and family. Thank you again Dorie for making my wedding dress dreams come true! read more

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My wedding gown had an intricately beaded bodice that was too big. I also had multiple layers of crinoline that I wanted removed. Dorie made my dress fit perfectly and did everything just the way I wanted. I am so glad I found her and had her do my alterations for my special dress; I wouldn't trust anyone else. Thank you! read more

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Got married 1/20/23 and was highly referred to Dorie through a good friend who had her dress altered for her wedding the year before. Saw how her dress turned out and did not hesitate to book an appointment w Dorie. In fact, she was the first and only person I consulted with for tailoring my dress. (which needed work) Dorie was very straightforward and very meticulous with her work. My initial consultation with her was a very positive one. She makes you feel comfortable and doesn't cut corners with her work. She was very quick to respond any time of the day and very talented as you can tell by her other reviews and photos. Very punctual with time of the dress and is very pleasant to work with. Will recommend her to any future bride! read more

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I originally took my dress to get altered for cheap and I got it back still completely baggy and unfit to my body, and that she could not tighten it any more because the fabric was "too heavy"! I panick searched for someone new who could take on this task who I fully trusted through reviews and photos. I found L'Mode Bridal off Yelp and reached out immediately. I told her the situation and that I needed an emergency alteration for my wedding dress the WEEK BEFORE MY WEDDING and she took me in without issues or question. Last minute, I asked to remove the train on my dress and to make it look like a ballroom bustle, and she understood the assignment completely!! When I got it back, it was absolutely how I envisioned the dress and more. It fit to my body perfectly, the train was removed and looked bustled (highly recommend doing this to avoid a train dragging all night!), and the length was absolutely perfect. She was able to take on what other alteration ladies could not in a given time frame. Name another person who can do this!!! Could not recommend her more for your wedding dress alterations! You will not have a bad gut while waiting to get it back either! read more

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I am so happy with how my dress turned out! Dorie was professional and gave clear directions of how to get to her in house studio. I had to shorten my dress a few inches, take it in and add a bustle. She was able to squeeze me in and have my dress ready in 30 days. I am extremely happy with the quality of work! Thank you Dorie! read more

L'Mode Bridal Alterations Specialist - Bridal Near Me - Tustin, California

Sorry for the late review Dorie! Wanted to wait until after the wedding just in case my husband saw this. Dress alterations experience went really smooth for me and the dress fit perfect! My wedding coordinator even complimented the bustle. She said it's one of the best ones she's seen and she's done a lot of bustles read more

L'Mode Bridal Alterations Specialist - Bridal Near Me - Tustin, California

Total Bait and Switch! Highly highly do not recommend. Was originally quoted approx $350 and then in person was quoted $950! Do not waste your time. Also... Please see the detailed pictures that I attached to the initial quote request! I was quoted $350 (ballpark) on Yelp so I scheduled a meeting... Once there, Dorie started questioning me on how many other quotes I received for alterations and telling me how I don't have enough time until my wedding to schedule other alteration appointments. All the sudden the quote jumped from 350 ballpark to a 950. TRIPLE?! I truly believe that the price skyrocketed to try and advantage of the fact that I have a short timeline and she didn't believe I had a lot of options. Also side note: Super strange that the "alterations shop" is in an apartment complex and ****you have to pay for the entire price of the alterations UP FRONT**** Super sketchy. 10/10 do not recommend. read more

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Dorie is amazing to work with. She is easy to communicate with and accessible a text/phone call away. At the first appointment, she assessed and measured how the dress would fit, e.g. length, bust area, waist, etc. The alterations that I received for my wedding dress were as follows: shortened shoulder straps, a bustle, and a hem. The bustle wasn't complicated to put on which was nice. Also, the bustle she made was very flattering and gave the dress a nice shape and accentuated my waist. Overall, Dorie's alterations work is elegant and precise. I would totally recommend her! read more

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I can't say enough positive things about my experience with Dorie. She's incredibly kind and extremely skillful at her craft. To put it simply, the top of my dress was a mess. It didn't fit at all. Dorie reconstructed the top and the sleeves, and ultimately, it fit me perfectly. Given the level of attention and work needed, I did a lot of research to find someone I could trust with my dress. I would recommend Dorie again and again. If you're on the fence, make an appointment. It's worth having an expert when scissors are involved with the most important dress of your life. read more

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