Medlock Alterations

Alterations/Sewing/Decorating, Wedding Planning, Bridal Shops,

About us

Atlanta's premier tailor and custom clothier. We pride ourselves on producing the highest quality work, and excellent client service. Our expert tailors have studied and trained in the Art of tailoring. Your clothes are taken care of by artisans with expertise in style. Custom clothing are made by third-generation master tailors who supply to the world-famous suiting street, Savile Row. Our award-winning work and service have been recognized on Angie's List "Super Service Award" and Kudzu's "Best of the Year" Award from 2012 to 2016.

Business highlights

27 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Tailoring/Alterations, Custom Clothing, Drapery, Wedding Gown Preservation, Shoe Repair

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.819 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
89%
4
5%
3
0%
2
5%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.3
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-19 of 19 reviews

John O.
09/2020
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I have used many CPE masks even before COVID. The masks made here are the best I have ever used. They fit perfectly, are the highest quality materials, great selection of patterns, do not interfere in anyway, and do not fog when I wear glasses. I recommend you stop in and pick up a few. They have them in all sizes. Dr. John
Description of Work: CPE Masks Design and creation sales and alterations, many patterns

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

Jim T.
09/2020
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Emily and Medlock Alterations went far beyond expectations! First, the quality of work and dependability in meeting the have ready date were A+. The reason for writing this review however was her going beyond all expectations. Not only did she replace the damaged sleeve button on my blazer, she replaced ALL buttons to ensure a perfect match. The service she provides is unique and a breath of fresh air!
Description of Work: Sport coat alteration

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kasey C.
09/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I picked it up the afternoon of the gala and it was absolutely perfect. Her work is not cheap but not unreasonable and I would never go anywhere else, especially when quality is the priority.
Description of Work: Evening gown alteration - hemming. After an unexpected invitation to a black tie charity ball I purchased an formal evening gown and needed quick turnaround on hemming it - less than 3 days. I have used Emily before so I knew I could trust her with a high quality result (the gown was expensive) and she did a beautiful job once again. The gown had a long, lined skirt that was full and flowy, so not a simple job to hem. As usual, she had me try on the garment with the shoes I would wear and took time to carefully mark the desired hemline all the way around. I'm not always sure what the right length will be so I tend to count on her suggestion and it has always been right on.

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

Mark R.
07/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
unknown

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
$180

Clay D.
04/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Emily always happy to see me. I am a frequent customer. She makes every effort to work with my sometimes tight schedule. The fit is always exactly as expected. I have been using for over a decade, and have never had any issues. Probably not the absolute cheapest, but definitely worth the price.
Description of Work: Take up several pair of pants

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
$80

fred B.
06/2015
5.0
alterations, furs
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: She(owner)altered a pair of slacks for me. Good work done in just 2 days before I need them, at a really reasonable price. I was pleasantly surprised and will be bringing my furture alterations to her store.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40

Megan R.
05/2015
5.0
alterations, bridal shops
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Had a chiffon bridesmaid dress shortened and taken in around the waist. She did a great job, and I love her personality, but for some reason I felt like $84 was expensive.

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
$85

Tylon G.
03/2015
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Altered Suit Jacket |Tapered and a Finished Suit Pants

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
$145

Augustine S.
11/2014
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I needed a pair of dress pants fitted in a very short time frame for a function that I was attending in approx. 2.5 days. Emily had indicated that the standard time frame was one week. but when asked was able to accommodate my request for a speedy turnaround. Your mileage may vary of course. She was very courteous during the fitting and, based on this experience, I would not hesitate to recommend Emily to anyone needing a tailor.
Description of Work: Emily performed a fitting for a pair of dress pants that I owned; then altered them to fit.

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
$10

LeeAnn M.
10/2014
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Nguyen T.
05/2014
2.0
alterations
  + -1 more
They took my hangers, those that I like. They returned my suits wrinkled. There are stains that weren't there before. They cut shorter than originally measured. It's a nightmare. I would never come back. They seemed like lovely people but they don't handle my service with care. So sad about it.
Description of Work: Trimming the sleeve and the pant

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$40

Kasey C.
05/2014
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
We first went to another shop I had used once before with okay results (lesson here - start with Angie's List) . The person there first commented that she didn't see why we wanted to make alterations (i.e. it fit okay), then said there wasn't enough room to take in the bodice, then told us we should just get a smaller size, and finally said it would be "very very" expensive to hem the dress because of the multiple chiffon layers. During this time she marked the proposed changes with a couple of safety pins and estimated the cost, which was not unreasonable. However I had concerns that she really didn't understand (or care about) what we wanted, and one look at my daughter's face confirmed my decision to go elsewhere. It was simply a negative, stressful experience and she was now worried about the expense. In my view, we had gotten a great price on the dress and I was willing to pay for the tailoring that would make it perfect for my daughter - but I wanted it to be just that - perfect. We left and I pulled up Angie's List and found some reviews on Medlock Alterations that seemed to demonstrate expertise and attention to quality. Right away we knew this was a better choice. The owner was great to deal with; she listened carefully to our request, asked some clarifying questions and did a careful fitting session. She realized the bodice was a bit long for my daughter and suggested taking it in at the shoulder seams as well as the side seams. This minimized the need for re-seating the skirt around the tightened bodice . She carefully pinned the proposed change and the difference was amazing. For hemming the skirt layers, she pulled out one of those old-fashioned floor-stand markers that measure distance from the ground and mark the desired height with an airpuff marker. Working in a 360 circuit around my daughter, who had her prom shoes on, she marked and pinned the exact height all around so front back sides, etc., all floated at same exact point from the ground. Took more time than inserting a single safety pin but obviously much better results! The price she quoted was slightly more than the earlier shop, but it included the additional work to lift the bodice which clearly enhanced the fit. The dress was ready on the date promised (approximately 1 week). The work was beautifully done and the dress now fitted my daughter perfectly. The best confirmation was the look in her eyes when she saw herself in the mirror. I will definitely bring any future tailoring needs here!
Description of Work: Length and fit alterations to a prom dress for my daughter; it had lace over satin bodice and multi-layer skirt (silk covered with multiple chiffon layers) and short train. Though beautiful and well-made, it needed some alterations to make it fit my daughter perfectly. We wanted the sleeveless bodice to be a very snug, smooth fit, where initially it was loose/buckling. The skirt was a bit long and we felt the train would make dancing difficult. This seamstress took in the bodice at the side seams, but she also lifted the bodice by taking in the shoulder seams, which really made a difference and improve the overall fit of the skirt as well. There was some re-seating of the flowing skirt layers at the waist after tightening the bodice. In addition she hemmed the dress, including removing the tail of the train and cutting the multiple chiffon layers so they floated correctly around the underskirt. The result was a perfect fit, very flattering and elegant.

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
$200

Christian B.
02/2014
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
They did a great job altering a pair of pants for my wife.
Description of Work: Great quality work

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
$95

Al K.
01/2014
4.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Anyhow they don't actually do the reweaving on site so it took a little longer than I expected, however the work was pretty decent.
Description of Work: The did some reweaving on a pair of my favorite pants... darn moths!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40

Lawrence S.
08/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
On Saturday, 8/3/13, I went to Medlock Alterations to request if they could duplicate a favorite pair of pants. They said they could if I would provide the material and zipper. While they said they would not make a pattern from the pants, they would use the favorite pair of pants as a template. On Monday, 8/5/13, I returned to the store with the material and zipper. They said it would be 10-14 days for the turn around. I asked if there was any way I could get the pants back on Friday, 8/9/13, as I would need them the following week. They said they would try. On Friday, 8/9/13, my custom pair of pants was ready and I was pleasantly surprised that they were an exact duplicate. The quality of work was excellent. They did say in the future it would be 10-14 days for the turn around and I said I understood and was very grateful they could accommodate me this first time. I will definitely go back and have already purchased the material for more pants to be made.
Description of Work: I asked for an exact duplicate of a favorite pair of pants to be made.

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
$120

Craig R.
06/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
It was punctual and the work was good.
Description of Work: Altering a sport coat

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
$60

Bonnie F.
02/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
We went to Medlock Alterations after finding that it had a high rating on many review sites including Angie's list. It was a great experience. We had several pants and dress jackets altered. We weren't expecting the pricing to be so high, but she did fantastic work. We were really happy with the results.
Description of Work: We had several pants and dress jackets altered.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$750

Niel L.
03/2011
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I bought an unaltered men's suit. The jacket was too broad in the shoulders and waist, and too long in the sleeves. The pants were not hemmed. Emily welcomed me to her place while with another customer. She saved time by having me use one of the two dressing rooms to put on the suit while with the other customer, but only after making sure I had a dress shirt and dress shoes so the fitting would be correct. She said the sleeves would come up to the proper length when the shoulders were brought in. She recommended a cuff in the pants as an alteration that would last through all fashion trends. While she would have done it faster, her turnaround for the work was one week, with no payment until pickup. Upon pickup, she made sure I tried it on and approved of everything. It was perfect. And looking at the suit, you can't tell any alterations were made.
Description of Work: Altered a men's suit, hemming the pants and reducing the shoulder width and waist of the coat.

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
$139

John P.
03/2011
5.0
alterations, wedding planning, window treatments
  + 1 more
My best friend referred me to Emily, and I am soooo GLAD to find the best seamstress! After this gown, I brought in more things to alter, like my pants, suits, blouses.... everything is perfect again! I am her loyal fan, and will be back again and again!
Description of Work: Emily fitted my evening gown to perfection!! She re-did the gown in a way, because there was so much work involved. Her work is impeccable, she finished the gown quickly, her prices are very fair and reasonable, and most importantly, she is such a wonderful lady! She is the definition of "personal tailor." Compared to other tailors who just do what you tell them, Emily has an eye for fashion and gave me suggestions that flatter my body shape and fit 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
$125

    Contact information

    10360 Medlock Bridge Rd Suite G, Johns Creek, GA 30097

    http://YourGreatImage.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Friday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday:
    9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

    Licensing

    No License Required for Trade
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    Service Categories

    Alterations/Sewing/Decorating,
    Wedding Planning,
    Bridal Shops,
    Window Treatments,
    Furs,
    Holiday Decorating,
    Leather & Vinyl Repair,
    Ironing,
    Furniture - Custom Made,
    Upholstering,
    Interior Design and Decorating,
    Furniture Refinishing and Repair

    FAQ

    Medlock Alterations is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

    Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

    Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

    Thursday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

    Friday: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM

    Saturday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

    Medlock Alterations accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, Medlock Alterations offers free project estimates.
    No, Medlock Alterations does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Medlock Alterations does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Medlock Alterations offers emergency services.
    No, Medlock Alterations does not offer warranties.
    Medlock Alterations offers the following services: Tailoring/Alterations, Custom Clothing, Drapery, Wedding Gown Preservation, Shoe Repair

    Contact information

    10360 Medlock Bridge Rd Suite G, Johns Creek, GA 30097

    http://YourGreatImage.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Friday:
    9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday:
    9:30 AM - 4:00 PM