It takes a lot to stand out on a street known for fabrics and tailoring, but Larnell Baldwin does just that. His is one of the rare shops that can create custom leather jackets (along with skirts so fine they’re literally hanging in the Penn Museum) in addition to suiting. Read More »
751-755 South 4th Street, Philadelphia, PA Website
Ron Wilch, designer by trade, is a fit genius: Everything that goes into his two-year-old tailor shop—bridesmaids’ dresses, old suits, new suits, slacks, sundresses, you name it—looks custom by the time it comes out. Fast turnaround times, too. By appointment only. Read More »
1500 Walnut Street, Suite 408, Philadelphia, PA | 267-593-1864 | Website
We've seen Teixeira turn a high-necked vintage gown into a striking, low-cut stunner that looked like custom couture. By appointment only. Read More »
217 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA | 484-483-6677 | Website
With a client roster that includes Jim Gardner, Jim Kenney, the Eagles, and just about everyone in town who has to appear in a suit on camera, the Sciolis' little East Passyunk shop is a veritable clubhouse of the Philly elite. The Sciolis are known for masterful alterations and bespoke Italian wool suits, but it's also worth dropping in just to hear Pat say, "Take it eaaaaz!" Read More »
1744 East Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, PA | 215-334-0990
Armen Meliksetyan excels at stitching up men's clothes he'll even custom-make a dress shirt or overcoat but don't let that dissuade you, ladies, from bringing him your favorite jeans and ill-fitting bridesmaid gowns. With 30 years of experience, Meliksetyan is known (and loved) in his 'hood and beyond for precise, quick turnarounds at good prices. Read More »
104 Levering Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215-482-2515 | Website
No matter how much you throw down for your boyfriend/skinny/rocker/boot cuts, theres only one way to ensure the perfect fit: The denim fairy godmothers here have mastered reattaching original hems and cinching in waistbands, all while maintaining the flair of your new pair. Read More »
221 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215-923-3575
Here are the three things you need to know about Dress Right's Richard Chae: He's an impeccable dresser, so you know he knows what he's doing. He can restructure and rebuild anything from ripped jeans to ball gowns. And he can take an off-the-rack suit and make it feel custom after just one round of alterations. Any questions? Read More »
142 South 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215-564-5688