Lois Alteration & Design
Expert tailoring with a specialty in bridal & wedding gown alterations — every stitch by a seamstress with over 30 years of experience.
Services
Thirty years of craft applied to every kind of garment, from a wedding gown to a favorite pair of jeans.
Bridal & Wedding Gowns
Our specialty — every gown fitted by hand for the exact moment it's worn.
Suits & Formalwear
Structured tailoring that moves with you, not against you.
Dresses & Eveningwear
From cocktail to formal, precise fit without losing the designer's line.
Jeans & Denim
Hemming, waist, and taper adjustments that keep denim looking untouched.
Leatherwear
Specialized alterations for leather and suede, handled with the right tools.
Outerwear
Coats and jackets resized and restructured for a cleaner silhouette.
Uniforms
Reliable, consistent alterations for individual and group uniform needs.
Mending & Repair
Careful repairs that extend the life of garments you already love.
Custom Tailoring & Reproduction
Garments built or recreated to your exact specifications.
Before & After
Drag each slider to see the difference a precise fit makes.
A tan sash restyled into a pearl-beaded belt
A blazer reworked into a tuxedo-style lapel
A gown reconstructed into a two-piece set
Custom Tailoring
A coordinating tie, hand-cut and sewn from the same fabric as the gown.
Reviews
“I had 3 pants hemmed (1 knit, 1 denim, and 1 crepette material) and all were perfect! She did an amazing job! If you don't know the length you need, there is a dressing area where you can try the pants on and she'll measure and pin the length for you. Highly recommend!”
“Amazing tailor who does amazing job. Her work quality is top notch and very accommodating person.”
“I called her and asked her if she could do a special project for me and she said she could do it! I dropped off my garment and gave her detailed instructions and she followed them to a tee! She did a fantastic job and got it done fast! I highly recommend her to go to if you need an alteration or design.”
“Amazing work on the clothes that I had tailored in and fixed. Highly recommend, I loved that she was straight to the point and understood exactly what I needed.”
“After not really liking the quality of another tailor I used in town, I came in for an odd emergency I was having with a pant. Completely last minute and somewhat unique. They addressed my issue quickly, without judgment, and with class. I fully intend on returning here for more alterations in the future.”
Book a Fitting
Send a request and we'll get back to you to schedule your fitting.
Prefer to call? (925) 519-3262
Visit
Address
3938 Pimlico Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94588
A home studio — please note this when arriving, as GPS may lead you to a residential address rather than a storefront.
Hours
Tue–Fri, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed Saturday–Monday
Phone
Serving
Pleasanton & the Tri-Valley — Dublin, San Ramon, Livermore
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — bridal and wedding gown alterations are Lois Alteration & Design's specialty. Lois has been fitting gowns by hand for over 30 years from her Pleasanton studio.
Yes. Every fitting is by appointment so Lois can give your garment her full attention — call (925) 519-3262 or use the Book a Fitting button to schedule a time.
Turnaround depends on the garment and the alteration involved — a simple hem may be ready in about a week, while bridal gowns and more detailed work typically need more time. Bring your garment in for a fitting and Lois will give you a timeline.
No — alterations are priced after Lois sees the garment and the work involved in person, so estimates aren't given online or over the phone. Book a fitting to discuss your project.
The studio is located in Pleasanton and serves the greater Tri-Valley, including Dublin, San Ramon, and Livermore.