John's Tailors

Alterations/Sewing/Decorating, Leather & Vinyl Repair

About us

Custom Suits and Alterations for Both Men and Women. Made-to-measure executive apparel.

Business highlights

44 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Major & minor alterations, wedding dress alterations, patching, reweaving, & zippers

Services we don't offer

Dry cleaning

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.953 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
4%
3
2%
2
2%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.6
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 53 reviews

Christina F.
09/2018
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
The dress looked great. The fitting was quick. He quoted me at 2wk and was ready by then. Quality work!
Description of Work: Formal dress hem length shortened.

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
$70

Shawn F.
08/2017
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I'm a man of short stature with a substantial midsection and am never able finds clothes that fit correctly off the rack. I had been considering several tailors in the cities but decided on John's Tailors based on the many positive reviews and word of mouth. John's Tailors shortened the sleeves on a dozen button down long sleeve shirts. They expertly moved the sleeve placket and shortened the sleeve without any evidence left of the alterations done. I also had them hem several pairs of jeans that were way too long. I will definitely be going back to John's for any future tailoring needs.
Description of Work: Shorten sleeves on shirts and hem jeans.

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
$375

jane C.
07/2017
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Phoned to check availability, told no appointment needed, just to walk in, and get taken care of. Given date work would be completed, and it was done as promised. Looked terrific! Would not hesitate to go back with more tailoring needs.
Description of Work: Tailoring of a new suit coat to be worn as a member of a wedding party. Needed to Shorten the sleeves (a lot--he has long arms--37 sleeve length, and the suit jacket was ordered accordingly...the sleeves came so long that we couldn't see his finger tips!). We had ordered it from a company in California, and time was of the essence, so had it corrected here. Also had the dress pants hemmed.

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
$51.42

Geoff L.
06/2017
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
The work was completed quickly at a reasonable price.
Description of Work: I needed a tear in the pocket of a suit jacket repaired and a button sewn onto a pair of 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
$35

Jean K.
06/2017
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
very professional, with many years of experience so I trusted their advice.
Description of Work: Hemming suit pants and advice about possible alterations on suit jacket, did not need to alter jacket.

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

Susan W.
09/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
John's Tailor were excellent. They pinned and re-pinned and when I picked up the shirt and wore it that night, I knew I had gone to the right tailor. Thank you, John's
Description of Work: Tailoring a dress into a shirt

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
$43

DIDI K.
08/2016
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
My husband had hired him years ago for a difficult repair of imported suede-leather-imported cloth artisan rug that my children had ripped. He had done a nice job on that and that is how I decided to look him up for this project. I found him very professional and friendly when I first went in with my material. He brainstormed with me and encouraged me to bring pictures and/or pieces of clothing I had with the style and fit that I had in mind. This was even before I committed to the tailor shop. After I did go with them, I came twice more-- to fit after the outfit was almost done and he made adjustments and at the end for the final fitting where I took home my suit. Each fitting took no more than 15-20 minutes. He had some nice ideas such as a lapel and adding lining which he provided. The suit is very nice and looks well made. Even my husband was impressed.
Description of Work: 2-piece custom-styled suit tailored out of imported material my father had given me as a gift. I decided on a pant suit but wanted one that was female-styled.

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
$700

JEFF W.
08/2015
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
No appointment was needed. When I called a lovely woman told me about their store and the hours. I went in for a fitting. They saw and thought of things that would improve the fit and my comfort. I really appreciated their input. They are kind and very professional. I recommend them and will use them again.
Description of Work: They completed alterations on the dress I am wearing to my daughter's wedding and a dress for the Rehearsal Dinner. This involved hemming, side seams and the removal of shoulder pads while altering the sleeve at the shoulder.

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
$120

Sharon L.
07/2015
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Exceptional quality of work and customer service.
Description of Work: I came to John's Tailors with an expensive custom made evening suit that was way too big. The suit was expertly cut down to size, making it not only beautiful to wear, but I also felt comfortable and confident in the suit for the first time. The workmanship and attention to detail were top notch.

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
$220

Harry M.
01/2014
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
John's did a great job on altering the length of a multi layer Motorcycle suit.
Description of 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

L. Nadine and Robert S.
10/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I had been searching for a new coat similar to my old favorite, a Steve by Searle full length swing style coat. I have tried to locate a new one for several years with no luck. Even the maker of my original coat no longer makes one like this. I contacted Angies List hoping to find a tailor who could possibly reline and repair my old tattered coat. Thankfully, I received a list of possibilities. The first one on the list, John's Tailors, is located very near my home. The owner is very professional. He asked me to bring the coat into the shop. When he saw it, he suggested making me a new one. He gave me an estimate in cost, and an approximate date for completion. I picked up the new coat today, several weeks ahead of time. It is simply beautiful Except for a nicer shade of green, it is an exact replica of the coat I have loved for years. It fits me perfectly. I am way more than happy with this lovely coat. The price was very reasonable too. I am most pleased to recommend John's Tailors. I plan to have them create some additional clothing items similar to ones I own, and which I can no longer find in stores.
Description of Work: Created a new coat using my old coat as a pattern.

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
$780

Steven M.
09/2013
4.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Contacted business and was given general information. Understandable that they would need to see what they were working with before providing an estimate of time and money. The tailor was professional and considerate of how I wanted the suit to fit. Suit and shirts were ready in about 1 week and I am happy with the fit.
Description of Work: Altered new suit and pants and 3 new dress shirts taking in excess material.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$160

Robert B.
07/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
The best tailoring experience ever. John is simply best in class. Perfect alterations. My suits now look custom.
Description of Work: Suit 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
$90

Pierre K.
07/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
My wife and I went to John's Tailors for our wedding alterations. My wife had an elaborate wedding dress that needed to be shortened and taken in. I had a suit that needed a complete fitting. John and his team did an amazing job! They were professional, courteous, friendly, and prompt. They were incredibly knowledgeable, and answered all our questions thoroughly. I highly recommend John's Tailors and will be using them for all my future alteration needs.
Description of Work: Alterations for my wife's wedding dress and my wedding suit

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
$475

Lisa M.
04/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
They are friendly and very knowledgeable. He took some suits from the nineties that are currently very out of style and he altered them so that they look good on me and they are the current style.
Description of Work: John's Tailors altered clothes 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
$150

Robert I.
03/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
The resulting work was excellent. The price was great. They were very timely and very responsive.
Description of Work: I used them one time to have a zipper replaced on a 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

Cynthia N.
02/2013
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I had a jacket that had a zipper that did not work and a down vest where the zipper pull was missing. I brought them in to get the zippers replaced. While I was there, they looked at the jacket and said that maybe they could fix it so i didn't have to replace it. He took it into the back and worked on it for a few minutes before determining that it really was broken. I liked the fact that he tried to fix it before going the replace zipper route. When I picked up the jacket, it had it's new zipper and the work was beautiful. I was very impressed with the work. They also replaced the pull on my vest and gave me a credit back on my credit card.
Description of Work: Zipper Repair
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Carla D.
12/2012
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
For my winter wedding in a forest, I'd ordered a beautiful dress online: emerald green lace tiers with a complicated pattern, including scalloped edges. I was lucky that it fit fine, but it was too long. I left messages at a couple places, with no response. When I called John's, the woman who answered the phone was so pleasant and encouraging. I took the dress over that day--ten days before the wedding. I've thought I'm too old and realistic to be a Bridezilla, but I know that I was nervous that the proportions would be wrong and the dress would lose its charm and it wouldn't be ready in time, and so I'm sure I over-explained and asked questions that would have had most tailors rolling their eyes. No eyes rolled (that I could see, anyway!), and everyone was very reassuring and confident that it would look great. And it does! It's perfect. It's exactly the right length, all the tiers are right, the scallops are still scalloped, and I can walk without giving the dress a second thought. Also, I noticed both times I was in the shop that everyone who came in seemed to be a repeat customer--greeted by name, questions about family members, no sense of rushing the person out the door. Everyone at John's is friendly, professional, and competent. What a great find!
Description of Work: He shortened a dress that had several lace tiers and was supposed to just touch the floor (as opposed to tripping me whenever I took a step). Done perfectly, on time, at an incredible price.

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
$40

Colin D.
10/2012
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I was very impressed with John's Tailors. They were friendly and professional and their tailoring was beautifully done. This is the kind of job that I have had done at various tailors (altering waist on lined pants). Apparently it is a challenging job, because usually the pants look like they've been altered and/or they still don't fit quite right even after the altering. My pants looked beautiful and they fit perfectly. The cost was about the same as what I have paid at other places, for much higher quality of work. I don't plan to go anywhere else and am telling my friends and family about them.
Description of Work: I needed to have the waist of two pairs of lined pants altered (made about three inches smaller).

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
$75

Robb S.
08/2012
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
Nice work, got the inch or so I needed to fit in the suit.
Description of Work: Alterations f a suit for a wedding. Nice people to deal with. Made me really comfortable

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
$75

Denis H.
07/2012
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
I had a very expensive blazer (bespoke from a major London tailor) that wasn't fitting anymore. They altered it perfectly at a very reasonable price. Could not be happier with the service.
Description of Work: Alteration of men's blazer.

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

Victoria K.
07/2011
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
John's Tailoring provides exceptional customer service. From the moment I walked in the door, I was treated as the most important customer. I received a phone call confirming the alterations on the strapless sundress, since I was initially hesitant about having them done. I am going to use John's Tailoring for my alterations, no, my tailoring, for all of my work.
Description of Work: The alterations are outstanding; my clothing is now tailored to my body as opposed to simply fitting me. The services were done quickly: within six days (over the July 4 weekend). The work done included: A pair of jeans hemmed with a European finish. A strapless, knit sundress taken in through the bodice (essentially remade to a smaller size). Shortening the straps on a sundress.

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
$90

Michael T.
12/2010
5.0
alterations, leather & vinyl repair
  + 0 more
Fantastic, The repairs were done in one week. The jackets look like new and the price was more than reasonable.
Description of Work: I had two jackets repaired. I had a new zipper installed in a my favorite cold weather parka and a tear repaired on an expensive leather 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
$55

J S.
12/2010
5.0
alterations, leather & vinyl repair
  + 0 more
Jacket was too large in body and sleeves. They did alterations and you can't even tell the jacket had been changed. Now fits very nicely
Description of Work: Brought in heavy duty leather jacket which was about two sizes too large. They did alterations quickly and accurately. Like getting a brand new leather jacket for under $100.

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
$85

Linda B.
09/2010
5.0
alterations
  + -1 more
He did exactly what I wanted and it was ready when he said it would be finished. He was friendly and professional.
Description of Work: I had my wedding dress tailored.

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
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Contact information

1714 Lexington Ave N, St Paul, MN 55113

johnstailors.net

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Alterations/Sewing/Decorating,
Leather & Vinyl Repair

FAQ

John's Tailors is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

John's Tailors accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, John's Tailors offers free project estimates.
No, John's Tailors does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, John's Tailors does not offer a senior discount.
No, John's Tailors does not offer emergency services.
No, John's Tailors does not offer warranties.
John's Tailors offers the following services: Major & minor alterations, wedding dress alterations, patching, reweaving, & zippers
Dry cleaning

Contact information

1714 Lexington Ave N, St Paul, MN 55113

johnstailors.net

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM