About Shirley's Designs & Alteration
Shirley's Designs & Alteration is a renowned business in the Bay Area, known for its exceptional dressmaking and alteration services. Veda, the accomplished and talented professional seamstress, is a true perfectionist, producing the highest quality work possible at reasonable prices. The business has a reputation for seeing their clients' visions and turning them into amazing realities, even when other seamstresses have turned them away. From reconstructing a zoot suit for a child's Halloween costume to expertly altering dresses, Shirley's Designs & Alteration consistently delivers outstanding results. Customers praise the business's professionalism, customer service, and Veda's exceptional craftsmanship, making it a go-to destination for all their sewing and alteration needs.
Ms. Veda is one of the few masters left! She reimagined my grandmother’s wedding dress from 1945 into something I’m so excited to wear on my wedding day. She was a treat to work with, ensuring that everything was fitting well and getting it all done quickly!
I wanted to get my lehenga (Indian wedding attire) tailored/shortened, so I brought it in for an assessment. Unfortunately, I was not able to get it tailored, as the seamstress said it would compromise the quality, ratio, and design of the skirt. (It’s a very intricate skirt with embroidery and beading.) I still wanted to write a review commending the seamstress’s honesty to her craft and her willingness to explain in detail why it would not be a good idea to tailor the skirt. She was very nice and upfront about the cost and timing as well, so I was very grateful for her for keeping me informed! I’m thankful that she used her expertise to give an honest assessment...read full review
Veda is an extremely accomplished and talented professional dressmaker and alterations seamstress. There is no one else like her in the Bay Area. She is a perfectionist and produces the highest quality work possible. Her prices are reasonable too. My only hesitation in writing this review is that the rest of the world will discover her and she’ll be booked forever :)