San Juan Capistrano · Family-owned since 1981
The trusted tailor of San Juan Capistrano for 45 years.
Expert alterations and tailoring, from suits to wedding gowns. Any fabric, fair pricing, same-day service and four decades of care. For your closet and your team’s.
Mon–Fri 10am–5pm · Sat 10am–3pm
Our expertise
Alterations & tailoring, perfected.
From a quick hem to a full bridal fitting, one trusted shop handles it all, with decades of experience and fair, transparent pricing.
- Walk-ins
welcome - Same-day
on many jobs - Fair prices
up front - Any fabric,
denim to fur - Family-owned
since 1981
Shop time · Pacific
Repairs
Zippers, seams, linings, and buttons. Bring your favorites back to life.
Resizing
Lost or gained a size? Take in or let out so your clothes fit again.
Any fabric, from denim to fur. For men, women, children, and seniors, with fair, transparent pricing on every job. Bring us anything that does not fit right, whether you have lost or gained weight, need a dress or suit taken in, or want pants resized and hemmed.
The professional standard
Impeccable style for every meeting.
The tailor behind the professionals of San Juan Capistrano: suits, shirts and uniforms fitted for work.
Executive Fit
Suits, shirts, and skirts tailored to fit you properly. A sharp first impression, every time.
Same-Day Service
Facing an unexpected trial, presentation, or formal ceremony? Contact us immediately for rush same-day alterations.
Wardrobe Care
Preserving your wardrobe’s integrity through seamless resizing, complex lining repairs, and delicate fabric care.
Walk-In Welcome
No strict appointments required. Stop by during your lunch hour, receive precise measurements, and carry on with your day.
Owner · Since 1981
Meet Sami
Four decades of needle, thread, and absolute trust.
Sami Abujudeh grew up tailoring in his family’s business in Jordan, and has been tailoring in Orange County since 1981, for 45 years. Over those decades he’s become a fixture of San Juan Capistrano, the person locals bring everything to, from a fine wool suit to a favorite pair of jeans.
It’s a true family operation. Sami treats every garment, and every customer, with the same patience and care. He’ll work with any fabric, from denim to fur, for men, women, children, and seniors alike. Fair, transparent pricing, and a fit that’s exactly right, done when he promised.
“A gentleman and a true gem in San Juan Capistrano.”The Knot review
- In the shop
- Sami, and sometimes his son
- Works with
- Any fabric, from denim to fur
- For
- Men, women, children and seniors
How it works
Simple, careful, on time.
No appointment needed. Bring your garment in, get measured, and pick it up when promised, every piece handled with the same care.
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Bring It In
Walk in, no appointment needed. Show Sami the garment and what you’d like changed.
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Get Measured
Sami pins and measures for the right fit, with fair, transparent pricing up front.
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Expert Tailoring
Sami does the work, with four decades of experience. Any fabric, from denim to fur.
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Ready On Time
Pick it up when promised, fitting exactly right. Same-day options when you’re in a rush.
Experience the difference
Have something that needs tailoring? Walk in or call us directly.
No appointment needed for drop-offs. For wedding gowns and bigger jobs, give Sami a call first.
1981 – 2026
Celebrating 45 years in San Juan Capistrano.
Sami has been tailoring since 1981. This year the shop turns 45, still family-owned, with Sami doing the work.
Thank you for every suit, gown and hem along the way.
Reviews
Neighbors & professionals, for decades.
“Sami does all my jacket and suit alterations. Great job at a reasonable price.”
“Got my uniform done under a major time crunch. Fantastic job.”
“A gentleman and a true gem in San Juan Capistrano.”
“I’ve been using his services for 30+ years.”
“An expert in the field. Did a fantastic job, plus a super nice guy.”
From wedding gowns to work shirts, Sami has been tailoring since 1981.
Visit the shop
Stop by & say hello.
32301 Camino Capistrano
32301 Camino Capistrano, Ste ESan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-0505
Mon–Fri 10am–5pm · Sat 10am–3pm
- Monday – Friday
- 10:00am – 5:00pm
- Saturday
- 10:00am – 3:00pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Walk-ins welcome. For wedding gowns and bigger jobs, call first. Email samis.tailoring@gmail.com. Directions and drive times
Serving South Orange County
Proudly tailoring for San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, San Clemente, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, Rancho Santa Margarita, and Aliso Viejo. All just a short drive from our shop on Camino Capistrano.
- Aliso Viejo
- Costa Mesa
- Coto de Caza
- Dana Point
- Foothill Ranch
- Irvine
- Ladera Ranch
- Laguna Beach
- Laguna Hills
- Laguna Niguel
- Lake Forest
- Mission Viejo
- Newport Beach
- Newport Coast
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- San Clemente
- Trabuco Canyon
Frequently asked questions
Something else? Call (949) 493-0505 and Sami will help.
Do you offer same-day alterations in San Juan Capistrano?
Yes. We offer same-day service on many alterations for time-sensitive jobs. Call (949) 493-0505 ahead so we can confirm timing for your garment.
Do you alter wedding dresses and bridal gowns?
Yes. We handle wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, hems, bustles, and resizing with the patience and care the occasion deserves. For gowns, call ahead to plan your fittings.
Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?
Walk-ins are welcome for drop-offs and most alterations. For wedding gowns and larger jobs, call (949) 493-0505 first so we can give you the time you need.
What areas do you serve?
We serve San Juan Capistrano and the surrounding South Orange County communities, including Dana Point, San Clemente, Laguna Niguel, Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, Rancho Santa Margarita, and Aliso Viejo.
What are your hours?
We are open Monday to Friday 10am–5pm and Saturday 10am–3pm. We are closed on Sundays.
What types of garments and fabrics do you work with?
Any fabric, from denim to fur, for men, women, and children. We tailor suits, sportcoats, dress shirts, dresses, and gowns, and we handle hemming, repairs, and resizing.