Way over priced and nearly ruined my dress! They charged me $30 to hem this straight dress... Pictures included on straight style of dress and how SIMPLE the hem job was. They gave me the scrap that they cut off and it was uneven. Just beware as I asked them for a price before dropping off and they said they "didn't know but I must pay in cash". This should have been my first clue because once they're done, they can charge you what ever they feel like. Ridiculous read more

Lai's Alterations - Straight dress - Sewing & Alterations Near Me - Boulder, Colorado

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They did a great job repairing the holes in my 60-year-old wool sweater. it is a varsity letter sweater that I got for playing collegiate golf at MIT during my time there in the 1960s. it's nice to have it back looking as good as new. read more

They work so hard and do exceptional work. I lost 40 pounds over the past year and needed to have everything altered smaller. From jeans to tops to expensive items they always do a great job. read more

Lai's alterations is where I go to get all of my alterations done. I usually get leggings or jeans shortened and they do a great job. One time I needed a dress to get sewed up more for the neck line and they did a good job with that but I would say that they do better at pants. I also had a whole patched in my pants recently and they did a good job with that. I would say that the prices are fair and they also have changing rooms so they can for you correctly. read more

Boulder is very very lucky to have Lai's Alterations. Exceptional alterations tailoring and customer service. Have been a client for twelve years, and never felt a need to go anywhere else. read more

I have had 5 clothing items altered at Lai's and each one has come out exactly as I wanted. I originally needed insulated hiking pants with a side pocket altered (length hemmed, thighs and waist taken in) and went to a different reputable alterations business in the area but was told the pants were not able to be altered because of the side pocket. I took them to Lai's and they were able to alter them perfectly - truly exactly how I wanted them. I then got another pair of hiking pants taken in and 3 dresses hemmed/taken in. I don't even try them on in store after having them altered, I know they will be done absolutely perfectly. I cannot recommend Lai's enough, I will take all of my clothing needs here and recommend them to anyone who will listen. read more

I need to get ahold of the owner. I just went to pick up a bridesmaid dress that I need this weekend and the shop has a sign on the door that they are closed from June 8th to June 15th meaning I would not have my dress for the wedding. Phone number listed on the website keeps ringing so I can't leave a voicemail. read more

I will definitely use this place again. Prompt Quality Work. Reasonable prices. Great location. read more

If you need anything tailored, you should go to Lai's! They do such amazing work and their prices are incredibly reasonable. They are kind and have great ideas for how to remedy any clothes mishap! Be sure to have cash or a check since they don't take credit cards. They're closed Sunday and Monday. read more

Very friendly, helpful. Quick turnaround times, reasonable prices and all around good people! Love their work too!

I have taken a couple of jackets and a coat to be altered. The coat was handled first by another alteration business in Louisville they nearly ruined it . At Lais they did a superb job. I was more than happy with the results. I do highly recommend this business. I will be comíng back in the future. read more

Been going here for years, good service, fair price, always ready on time.

Lai and his wife are very talented tailors. Their work is excellent, they can fix anything and it's very affordable. I can't recommend them enough. I took a very expensive dress I received as a gift to a tailor in Longmont recently and not only was it very expensive, I now can't wear the dress as she completely ruined it. I know that wouldn't have happened if I had taken the dress to Lai. read more

It's like an alley dive bar, except they fix your jeans and they don't serve alcohol. It's actually kind of hard to find... you would only find it if someone told you. Inexpensive, on-time, and clothing hemmed with precision. It's cash only, or local checks. So leave the Visa at home. read more

I've gone to Lai's since high school. I recently went in and had 3 dresses hemmed. They weren't able to give me a price, but I chose to accept not knowing on the front end and proceed. It ended up be about $120 to shorten the length of 3 dresses and shorten the sleeves, and also bring one of the dresses in slightly. I understand cultural differences and they were very friendly. I also tipped an extra fee dollars. They are reliable and fairly quick and I've never had any issues. read more

I have been to plenty of tailors in my life and Lai's is the best. I have had all types of alterations done there on different articles of clothing - trousers, shirts, jackets. He is very affordable and accurate. That being said, the tailor (Lai?) is quiet and not very talkative. You need to know what you want for the cut of your piece before you talk with him, otherwise he won't give many reccomendations. A week turnaround time is standard, but that is not an issue for me (dry cleaning is finished the next day, not tailoring). He is the best tailor in Boulder; especially for the $. read more

I've never needed to go to an alterations place until now. I picked Lai's because it had 4.5 stars. However, those year old reviews don't align with my recent experience. Customer service was non existent throughout my visit. The man that did my alterations was short with me and never gave me a direct answer about pricing or exactly how long it would take. All I needed was four buttons re-sewn. When I came to pickup my clothes the next day he charged me $20 for repairing three buttons. When I pointed out the fourth button was not fixed he repaired it on the spot. Would not pay $20 for something that could be done in less than 5 minutes total! read more

I have been going to Lai's Alterations for 7+ years now and have been so pleased with all of the work that he has done for me. Over the years I've thrown nearly every type of garment his way from brand new suits to old favorite jeans and he handles it all perfectly. I've never had to question any of his work-- the quality and standards in his shop are top notch. I don't think he charges as much as he should/could for the work he does. I like to bring a little extra cash (the shop only accepts cash) for gratuity. read more

Word of advice: Don't bring your stuff here to get altered, period. Now, admittedly, I am coming from the experience of an awesome little neighborhood cleaner/tailor in Chicago who would turn around beautiful hemming next-day for a reasonable price. I'm 5'2, so I get lots of stuff hemmed, and have been hoping to find a great place in Boulder for that, but Lai's is not it, I'm afraid. Just got some pants back that are a) too short and b) uneven and with a crooked hem in spots! Jeez. Not to mention the service is rude and I think, slow for what they are doing (a week to get a pair of velour Juicy sweats back. Really?) Just my 2 cents, but I won't be back, that's for sure... thumbs Down. read more

I recently had a bridesmaid dress altered there, also jeans repaired, skirt re hemmed and another silk dress repaired when it was pulling from the zipper. I have always had a great experience at lai's. I would recommend them for sure! Good prices, decent turn around time and quality work. The only thing I wish is that they took credit cards (cash and check only)-but I can get over that! read more

I brought in two of my wife's dresses for hemming and was greeted by the owner who was kind and attentive. The space is incredibly clean and spacious with multiple changing rooms and a waiting area. The dresses were altered perfectly in a timely manner. Would highly recommend!! Definitely the best tailor in Boulder. read more

Wow, Lai has skill with alterations and repairs. He managed to get extra length out of an off the peg suit jacket for my ever-growing teenager. And I know how hard it is to make an alteration like that. So impressed, and great value too. Highly recommend without reservation, in fact hunting around my house for anyother jobs I can take in! read more

I walked into Lai's with two backpacks that had zipper issues. On my ski pack, the zipper itself was completely missing They fixed both for only $18. I saw others in there with designer jeans and other more fashionable items so it seems to be a great little shop that other users trust. read more

I think they rock. I've been going there for years. I do wish they could turn things a bit faster but they usually accomodate in a pinch. I once had a dress be to short but that was my fault...they pin it up for you right there while you have it on.... They are great! read more

I wouldn't take my clothes anywhere else to get altered. I've been having work done here - from suits to jeans to bike shorts (reattaching a chamois) - for over a decade. Absolutely fantastic. Quick turnaround and they get it right every time. read more

Brought a winter jacket in with a broken zipper, and now it's like new. Very happy with the service.

I've used Lai's for over 25 years. Their work has been impeccable on my husband's suits and I've even bought a formal gown on an incredible discount that was two sizes too big and they were able to fit it to me perfectly! I also recommended them to my boss who was very happy with the quality of their work. read more

I have been going to Lai's Alterations for 20 plus years and you won't find a better tailor at more reasonable prices. I have had everthing done from hems, to zippers, having clothes taken in, taken out - SIMPLY THE BEST. Note they moved from their alley location to a location on Arapahoe. read more

my pants came back way too short. The tailor insists that this is where I wanted them hemmed to, and I pretty much like my pants dragging on the ground, so I'm certain I didn't request 2 pairs of floods. booo... so sad! read more

Lai is a skilled taylor and affordable, too. Never had a problem and been using him for many years! I've referred many people to him and they've loved his work, too! read more

I have used Lai for years and lost him temporarily when he moved to this location but found him again, thankfully! I live in Westminster and will drive to Boulder for alterations because Lai and his associates are the best! I highly recommend them! read more

COULD not be happier!!! Honestly, the quality of work far surpassed my expectations. I brought in a pair of 12 year old jeans that I just can't say goodbye to, that literally had the crotch ripped apart, and they sewed it up so it fits like the first day i got them. would HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone! I had gone to other places in Boulder, but the difference in the quality of work is ridiculous. A++ read more

I've been coming to Lai's for years and they have done a great job for me & my family no matter what we've brought them. They're very hard working & precise. I highly recommend them. read more

Have brought many nice jeans to have shortened and they did a great job. Not always the fastest though and bring cash or check.

Lai's Alterations MOVED! They are not out of business. They were forced by their landlord to move on short notice. Their new address is: 3320 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80304 PH: 303-786-7098. I have used Lai's since I moved to Boulder in 1990. They consistently do great work at a reasonable price. I highly recommend them. Erin Pass, L.Ac., Dipl. C.H., Acupuncture Clinic of Boulder, Inc. read more

My mom and I have been bringing our clothes here for 10years. Although, they are not the most social/chatty people they do an amazing job. I've taken Armani suites and a vintage wedding gown there. I totally trust Lai's read more

Lai's Alterations has moved! Their new address is: 3320 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80304 PH: 303-786-7098. Wonderful work and great prices. read more

Have been taking things to Lai's for 15 years and never had a bad experience - their work has been excellent. They've tailored jackets, dresses, pants, coats for me - and did a beautiful job on my daughter's prom dress. If you're having pants hemmed, bring the shoes you plan to wear them with. Duh. read more

Lais fixed my wedding dress in a very short timeframe and did an amazing job. I'd trust them with anything!

This is one of the best tailors I have ever used. I have many of my clothes altered to fit perfectly. Mr. lai is very honest about what he can and can't do, and does it well and cheaply. No it is not fast, but I don't want it to be done under pressure. People who have written negative reviews have unrealistic expectations. I was there when one woman asked her jeans be made an inch longer, when they had only the standard rolled hem. And was angry when he couldn't do it. And a bride wanted her voluminous wedding dress hemmed overnight, because she had changed her shoes, and left in a huff. Really, folks? read more