Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs

Alterations/Sewing/Decorating, Bridal Shops, Window Treatments,

About us

Custom Couture specializes in custom sewing of ALL KINDS in our state-of-the-art studio in downtown Tarpon Springs, Florida. We also offer personal sewing instruction for beginners through advanced sewers. Private sewing lessons cover patterning, construction and couture techniques as well as quilting and home decorating. We are a team of professional seamstresses specializing in all manner of specialty sewing needs to the public. Whether it's just a few alterations or a custom made addition to your wardrobe, sturdy new slipcovers for your furniture or updating the windows in your home, call on us. We can consult with you to conceive, design and construct your special garment or project. Our expertise also extends to design assistance and product development for the garment and sewn goods industries. We can assist you in bringing your product designs from a sketch to a working pattern and a completed sample. Our pricing is competitive and our work is impeccable. We love what we do and we look forward to helping you to create your dreams.

Business highlights

20 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Seamstress & clothing design. Tailoring and Alterations, Patternmaking and Garment Construction, Sample Making Gowns and Formal Wear, Career Ensembles Custom Sportswear, Costume Design, Slipcovers and Upholstery, Window Treatments, Quilts, Wallhangings and Pillows Bed and Table Linens, Machine Embroidery, Monogramming, Handbags and Fabric Accessories, Teddy Bear/Doll Surgery, Christening Gowns, Communion Dresses, Crib Layettes, Textile Restoration and Conservation, and more!

Services we don't offer

Just ask us!

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
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MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.915 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
93%
4
0%
3
7%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-15 of 15 reviews

Alyssa E.
03/2018
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I was admittedly running out of time to find anyone really to get the bustle done for my dress. I was lucky enough to find Candi with only two weeks left till my wedding! She happily took me in and told me it would be the wednesday before my wedding that it would be done. Much to my surprise it was done even sooner and done in such a beautiful and discrete way I couldn't have been happier! Candi and all the employees are extremely accommodating, helpful and talented willing to do anything as delicate as a wedding dress to something a sturdy as a couch cover!
Description of Work: Wedding Bustle

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Kathy W.
03/2018
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Very nice work, like new when finished. Very professional
Description of Work: repair military jacket

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Christine G.
07/2017
3.0
alterations
  + -1 more
The quality of the work that was done exceeded my expectations. The dress turned out beautifully however the cost of the dress was $140, the cost of the alterations was $170. I was speechless when I saw the total. Additionally, I felt as though the communication should have been better with out me having to call to find out when I would be able to pick up the dress. I was also disappointed to find out the plans that were discussed to create a sash for the dress did not work out only when I went to pick up the dress. We were able to brainstorm creating a belt for the dress, however it would have been added additional cost. With only one week until the event I had to scramble to come up with an acceptable substitute.
Description of Work: Alterations
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs
Alterations are very often more than the price of a dress on sale. We are fair and competitve with our pricing and did give an estimate in advance to which this customer agreed. There was not enough fabric left from the hem cuttings to make the kind of sash that this customer was expecting so a suggestion was made to cover the existing belt with the left over strip of fabric at no additional extra charge since a sash cost was included in the original estimate. The belt was completed within two days as promised. The belt has yet to be picked up.

Judy R.
12/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
It went beautifully!! She (Candace I believe) told me my dress was one of the biggest she has worked on. It was a very Cinderella-ish dress, Only the bust needed to be altered but there was some extra netting left on it from when it was made and they cleaned that all up as well. I was EXTREMELY nervous about this dress, the size, the look everything, she put my mind at ease and did above and beyond for me!! I would use then again without fear. Love the work they did and the at ease, homey atmosphere of the shop.
Description of Work: I needed my wedding dress altered, it was too big up top.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$105

Janelle J.
08/2016
5.0
alterations, bridal shops
  + 0 more
The ladies at Custom Couture customized my mom's wedding dress to help make it my own. They gave constructive feedback and competed the dress on time.
Description of Work: Altered my wedding dress on short notice.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$130

Robert V S.
05/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Altered a church robe that was too big for me. I am using them now to tailor my boy's suit, pants and shirt for the prom. Very nice work. Would recommend highly.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

Janet P.
05/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Everyone at Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs, was very professional, catered to my particular wants and needs. And when they were finish I had a beautiful wedding dress. Everyone at my wedding loved the dress and wanted to know where I got it.
Description of Work: They made a custom wedding dress for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Jo W.
02/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
My new winter raincoat needed the sleeves shortened. The raincoat was lined with a removable liner and decorative band on each sleeve. Ms. Thomas shortened the sleeves and liner in addition to repositioning the decorative bands on each sleeve. There was a lot of detailed work to be done. Ms. Thomas called me when shortening the sleeves making an excellent recommendation as to where to position the bands on the sleeves. I trusted her decision in this process and was amazingly pleased when I picked up my raincoat. The raincoat was ready in two weeks as promised. I am just so impressed with her work! My raincoat looks fantastic! The 'pride, professionalism and detail' seen in her tailoring is truly outstanding! I am so satisfied and impressed and will definitely go back again. I 'highly recommend' Ms. Thomas to anyone looking for an excellent tailor!
Description of Work: Ms. Thomas shortened the sleeves on my lined raincoat with removable liner.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$72

Staci G.
09/2015
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Joseph made a slip cover for a chair we wanted to keep, but needed a new look for. The new slip cover is near impossible to tell that it isn't the original cover for the chair. Lines and pattern are perfectly straight and aligned, and the slip cover fits like a glove. My husband is Nuclear Engineer by trade, so very detail oriented. We were both amazed to see the slip cover and couldn't be more happy with the end product. We've had it in the house now for a little over a month, and we comment quite often about what a great job Joseph did! Would recommend him in an instant.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Arthur M.
08/2015
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: altered a dress

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$48

Frederic H.
06/2015
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I had a suit altered, three pair of slacks let out, pants shortened and even a pullover tailored. Excellent work and very nice folks.
Description of Work: Alterations of clothing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Joan C.
03/2015
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Very personable and helpful in major decisions on look of gown. I would have had a few more things done to the gown but due to the distance from my home, I chose to tackle a few of the things on my own or get someone else closer to home. I would have preferred more mirrors and a circular step up to view all angles but with that said, I felt very satisfied with what was done.
Description of Work: Added sleeves on a designer gown and provided more room in the midriff by alterations.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Patrick and Sandra M.
12/2014
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
My wife was delighted with the work. The staff was very nice and very dedicated. Considering the massive amount of work, they were really fast. They did not take longer than they said they would.
Description of Work: They custom-tailored an overcoat including re-working the shoulders.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$180

Richard P.
10/2014
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Sewed plain bottoms on a pair of tuxedo trousers. Finished before promise. Good work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20

Response from Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs
Thank you, [member name removed]. It was a pleasure working with you.

ROBERT S.
07/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I have been using this provider for quite some time -- first at her location in Clearwater and now at her new place in Tarpon Springs (I live in St. Pete and she's worth the drive!). I had lost a good bit of weight and my clothes no longer fit me. She was highly recommended by a friend, so I went with a couple of suits and a few pairs of pants. She measured my every dimension, made a few marks, and told me my stuff would probably be ready in a few days but please give her a week. I went back a week later, tried everything on, and everything fit perfectly -- much better than it had fit when I bought it by size off the rack. It was like I had a new, custom-tailored wardrobe! Last week was my first visit to her new location; she altered a few garments for me and repaired a seam, and her work was as perfect as ever. She also designs and makes beautiful clothes "whole cloth" (pun intended).
Description of Work: Alter several garments.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35

    Contact information

    208 E Tarpon Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

    www.customcoutureofclearwater.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

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    Service Categories

    Alterations/Sewing/Decorating,
    Bridal Shops,
    Window Treatments,
    Upholstering,
    Furniture Refinishing and Repair

    FAQ

    Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
    Yes, Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs offers free project estimates.
    No, Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs does not offer emergency services.
    No, Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs does not offer warranties.
    Custom Couture of Tarpon Springs offers the following services: Seamstress & clothing design. Tailoring and Alterations, Patternmaking and Garment Construction, Sample Making Gowns and Formal Wear, Career Ensembles Custom Sportswear, Costume Design, Slipcovers and Upholstery, Window Treatments, Quilts, Wallhangings and Pillows Bed and Table Linens, Machine Embroidery, Monogramming, Handbags and Fabric Accessories, Teddy Bear/Doll Surgery, Christening Gowns, Communion Dresses, Crib Layettes, Textile Restoration and Conservation, and more!
    Just ask us!

    Contact information

    208 E Tarpon Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

    www.customcoutureofclearwater.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM