Need a pair of vintage leather pants from the Carter administration updated to reflect a new millennium vibe? Go see Harun Karacuha, owner of the Golden Needle in Los Feliz –a professional tailor with over 50 years experience.

Harun started his career in Turkey and Europe and remains very passionate about his métier. Just like the shop’s namesake, Harun has the golden touch – custom creations, extraordinary embroidery, and serious reconstitution are all facets of his impeccable work.

My girlfriend brought Harun a pair of 1970’s leather pants. After the initial measurements, he lowered the rib-high waist by more than a few inches to fit like au courant low-rise jeans, put in a new zipper, repaired and fitted the inseam, and completely replaced the interior lining. All in less than a week. My girlfriend swears they fit like a second skin. She continues to bring all of her alterations to the Golden Needle; she trusts Harun to take the time and do all of her alterations with the care and craftsmanship he is renowned for.

The Golden Needle
2044 Hillhurst Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 666-3365
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Weekdays: 8:30 - 7:00
Saturday: 9:30 - 4:00
Sunday: Closed

As a 00P, I am forced to take the majority of my new clothing purchases to a tailor. After a lot of research — and more experience — I have assembled a list of five top-notch tailors in the Los Angeles area. Have one that didn’t make the list? Let me know and I’ll update accordingly.

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Hans The Tailor
8116 W. 3rd Street
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 653 - 2957
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Need everything flawless and ready yesterday? Hans and Susan have been my tailors for six years and running. Collectively, they have altered almost every item of clothing I have in my wardrobe. Their work is always perfect and always on time.

Same Day Service: Yes
Weekdays: 9am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 9am - 4:00pm
Sunday: Closed

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Ann Tailor
729 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 393-5756
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Too many weddings and insects this year? Located in sunny Santa Monica, Susie Lee (aka Ann Tailor) is talented with suits, bridesmaid alterations, and minor moth-eaten reconstructions (amongst other things). She has always done impeccable work and I use her when in a pinch.

Same Day Service: Yes
Weekdays: 9am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 9am - 4:00pm
Sunday: Closed

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Chaelli Tailor (ask for Tatyana)
1449 N Gardner Street*
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 874-7121
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Designer duds dragging on the ground? My girlfriend is a stylist, and, naturally, she drips flair and finesse. For her personal and professional alterations, she sees none other than Tatyana. According to my wardrobe-the-size-of-Manhattan girl, Tatyana is fast, reliable, and spot on.

Same Day Service: Yes
Weekdays: 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday: 9am - 1:00pm
Sunday: Closed

*There is no name on the building except a small sign that reads, ‘tailor’.

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Elegance of Brentwood
910 South Barrington Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 820-3440
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Looking for that vintage rags-to-riches repair? My girlfriend brought her grandmother’s vintage dress to Elegance and they repaired it perfectly. She now frequents the shop often and brings all of her own petite alterations. She promises a five-star rating.

Same Day Service: Yes
Weekdays: 9am - 6:30pm
Saturday: 9am - 5:30pm
Sunday: Closed

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Dina The Tailor
148 N. Sweetzer Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 651-2914
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Tear your impeccably tailored wool suit on a courtroom bench? My finicky corporate realtor friend trusts Dina to repair and alter her posh clothing. A very talented tailor who is often booked, I suggest calling ahead to verify her availability.

Same Day Service: No
Weekdays: 9am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10am - 2:00pm
Sunday: Closed