Ellie is the best!! I'll definitely come back for tailoring, dry cleaning or any other services…read morethey provide. I needed a tux to rent and Ellie was gracious enough to help me find a fitting suit. Even after a last minute change because my partner wanted a different color, Ellie accommodated me for a swap for no extra charge. They've been in business for over 20 years and I can see why!

Cash only for alterations. I found some alterations to be a bit pricey. Originally, the tailor told…read moreme to pick up by a certain date (before my event I needed the dress for) and she called me and asked me to pick it up a few days later which was pushing close to my event. When I went to pick it up, she did not do all the alterations we discussed so she was kind and said she would rush do it before my event. It was just stressful because the dress alterations were delayed and she didn't do everything we talked about during the first go. I would return here only for hemming, any other alterations I will be going elsewhere.

I have referred many friends and family members to Emily and she and her employees are so amazing!…read moreI cannot say enough great things about this store. She has a gift with helping brides find the perfect dress.

I didn't end up getting my gown from here, but it felt like such a comfortable and positive…read moreshopping experience that I came back twice (strongly considered both times!) and followed them on Instagram. They have some truly unique selections and a wide, inclusive array. I absolutely love that they seem fair to brides reselling on consignment, as well as helpful to brides that are on a budget. My first visit was with Emilie, who took a great deal of time asking about my wedding, vibe, vision, etc. - then taking note of what I liked and disliked to make thoughtful "pulls". Aliyah was also sweet and not pushy on my second visit. It was just a little tough that the ones that were the "right" size numerically had been altered (understandably) by the bride that wore it before you. So it becomes sort of an esoteric search and hopefully right find for something that fits both the style and sizing you want - otherwise you're looking at lots of alterations costs tacked on, which frankly to me, felt like I should go for new instead. Ultimately, I just found a dress elsewhere that I couldn't pass up, but Emerald City definitely is worth a look or two.

Excellent service…read more Fair pricing. Good attitude. In my case I was picking up a tux only hours before the event. I was dressed for a fitting on the premises and left the shop 1/2 hour prior to departure for celebration.

We are lesbians who went to Siegels to get a tuxedo for my girlfriend. The guy refused to show us…read moretuxedos or to let her try any on. What a judgmental person! And an asshole!!

Randy is the best. Very attentive and an expert in his craft. He made my son's first suit buying…read moreexperience very personable and memorable as he went through each process step by step. My son was able to get a quality suit that fits him perfectly. I was so fortunate to find this hidden gem.

Personal and professional with years of experience - he spoke to me as a true human being and gave…read moreme honest pricing - def recommend this legacy Tailor just come on down when possible

Open since 1965, charming lace & sewing shop with a cute wedding dress museum located upstairs…read more Upon entering store, you can see the various classes that are offered. Vintage-esque feel with handwritten prices. Random button items in a basket 10c + up to $12 for a small pack of buttons marked antique. Aisles of lace, ribbons, purse handles, purse charm pulls, knitting. & crochet items. Cozy Book section. Wedding veils & hoop skirts. And many sewing needles, measuring tape & Scissors. Lucky enough to be offered to take the self guided tour of the various vintage wedding dresses and photos to see how these special dresses have evolved .

I am a seamstress, and I always try to support my local sewing stores first and foremost…read more The owner of Lacis accused me of stealing while I was deciding which (full priced) books and patterns to buy, because I was taking pictures to send to my sewing partner. She made assumptions, saying that I knew what I was doing - which she repeated over and over. I asked what I could do to make things right, to which she said there was nothing. She started listing all of her expenses as a business owner, and kept accusing me. As I went to buy the pattern and book I had chosen, which I could have got elsewhere for half the price at least - she said "you don't need to do that." It made absolutely no sense. She said "Thank you for bringing to my attention that I need a sign not to take pictures." She also told me I should tell everyone about what happened, so I suppose she will be glad that I am writing this review. So if you dare venture inside, look for the sign and think of me at Laci's!

Never had an issue. Have bought all CDCR equipment and uniforms from here since the academy…read more Inventory is great. I know exactly what I need and move on. Duty belt, belt accessories, jackets, clothing, hats, etc. I have bought everything from Butler's outside of boots.

Great selection and service. Even last minute! They were helpful in selection and changes.read more

I walked in, a useless clueless mess, and a saleswoman approached me to help. I told her I needed…read moreclothes for a 3-day wedding event in India, but I had no idea what to wear, and I didn't know what my size was for Indian-style clothes. She sized me up with a quick glance and showed me the sections where I could find different styles in my size at different price points. My sister was with me and we started going through the racks and oooohing and aaaaahing at the variety of outfits. The lady brought over a mustard outfit that included a sleeveless kurta, matching linen leggings, and dupatta (shawl-like scarf). I was slightly hesitant to try it on because it wasn't my style but i decided to trust their suggestion since it's their interest to style their clients. I was unprepared and didn't have any formal shoes/heels but they had a pair in their dressing room, which fit me. I slipped into the tunic and leggings and they fit perfectly! I walked out to show my sister and she and i were both wowed by the outfit. Another sales lady came over and said it looked great on me. They gave me another outfit to try on, a salmon pink gharara suit. The kurta has 3/4 sleeves and gorgeous beading with lattice-shaped cutout design at the hem of the tunic and matching pants that flare out at the knees with a sheer stole. The pants are long on me, I'm 5'1" and even with heels on the pants are floor-length, but I immediately fall in love with the outfit. The pants are a little loose but they were able to fix it in the store while I tried on another outfit. The elaborate detail on the tunic is absolutely gorgeous. The last outfit is a navy blue embroidered sleeveless anarkali floor-length gown with leggings and dupatta. The deep navy is accentuated with gold thread and embroidery. Again, not my style but once I put it on, it felt perfect. Before I walked out, I picked out bangles, and jewelry sets to go with each outfit. I was all set for the wedding and I couldn't have been happier with the styles they recommended. The only items I had a problem with were the navy blue bangles, which left green markings on my arm - a minor complaint in an otherwise beautiful outfit. I saw the other comments about this business but I had a great experience with their service, attention, and selection. I walked away loving the dresses and jewelry. At the wedding, I received a lot of compliments from other guests and they all asked where I purchased my clothes.

We had an excellent experience at Roopam Sarees yesterday. The staff were incredibly helpful and…read morefriendly. Nitin is an amazingly friendly and helpful person. The lady who helped me was also very nice and Babli, who did the alterations for me immediately, was similarly very helpful. I would recommend them wholeheartedly. And I promised I would be back. Thank you, Roopam Sarees, for making our experience painless and enjoyable.

Galina did an amazing job altering my dress for a very affordable price. She changed my straps,…read moreopened up the back of my dress and made it fit like a glove. She really helped make my wedding day special. Only advice to customers is to make sure you book her well in advance of your event as she gets very busy. Other than that, her work is AMAZING.

I don't understand how she's received any stars less than 5…read more My friend recommended her to me after her experience. Her prices are competitive, she's very thorough, she's always answered all the questions I had. She doesn't try to sell you or push you on anything. Which I highly appreciate. Galinda is an absolute sweetheart and really cares about the work she's doing. Definitely reach out if you want quality work for great prices!

Great new addition to Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood! Zaver & Mor is a really cute,…read morecontemporary jewelry store with pieces from local designers. All of the pieces that they carry are rather unique. Rada, the owner of the store, has a great relationship with the designers so if you find a piece that isn't your size or you would like in a different color or with a different stone, she is able to order a piece that is to your taste. This is going to be my new go-to place for gift items!

Rada has amazing customer service, and this shop is beautifully curated and full of wonderful,…read moreunique pieces. Go shop here and support this amazing local woman-owned business - you will NOT be disappointed! My fiancée and I came here last year looking for an engagement ring together - I knew I wanted something unique, but wasn't sure where to start. Rada's collection is amazing and full of so many treasures. She worked with us and one of her artists to customize a ring based on a stone we loved, and she made me a custom matching wedding band at the same time. It turned out better than I could have possibly imagined, and was surprisingly affordable - she will work with your budget and give you a variety of options. I get so many compliments all the time on my ring, and it's by far my favorite possession! Flash forward a year - it's a week before our wedding, and I remembered at the very last minute that I should probably clean my ring before the wedding photos. I sent Rada a frantic note to see if there was any way she could help me with that, acknowledging the very short time frame. In just two days, she had my ring cleaned, the band was repolished, and returned to me looking better than ever. And she did this all for no charge!! I'm blown away by the customer service and so grateful to Rada for going out of her way to help me. Will definitely be returning to scoop up some more pieces in the future. In short: this place is amazing, go check it out and support Rada's growing business!!

Clothes are kinda cool and extremely overpriced. What stood out the most were the snooty, snobby…read moreemployees LOL. just dirty looks and no greetings. My partner and I who have both worked in fashion and felt very unwelcomed. Do better. Especially when people are spending a pretty penny, might be worth offering friendly service.

Standard & Strange is easily one of the most unique and inspiring clothing stores in the Bay Area…read more The selection is carefully curated, from Japanese denim to premium boots, everything here feels special and built to last. I recently picked up a pair of Rolling Dub Trio shoes, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Eden-Marcel went above and beyond. Super friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the products. If you appreciate quality craftsmanship and great service, this is the place to shop. I'll absolutely be back. Great job!