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Cheryl Lofton & Associates
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"I relocated from NY a few months before my wedding and needed to find an alterations expert. Several..."
"I wore a dress that was first worn by my grandmother and has since been worn by 6 other women in my..."
Why couples loved this vendor
- Tuxedos
- Fittings and Adjustments
- Dress Selection
About this vendor
Cheryl A. Lofton & Associates is a premier, third-generation, full-service tailoring shop in Washington, DC. The Loftons have been a part of the wedding industry since 1939, specializing in alterations and custom-made pieces for the entire wedding party.
Our History
As a third-generation tailor, Cheryl began sewing at the age of 12 under the tutelage of her grandfather, the late J.C. Lofton. Mr. J.C. Lofton was the first African American to have a tailoring school in conjunction with a thriving business in downtown Washington, D.C. His reputation endures as the standard by which Cheryl A. Lofton & Associates service their clients to this day: Quality, Integrity, and Community.
Services Offered
We offer full-service tailoring, customization, repairs, and even custom suiting. Our specialists have decades of experience with traditional gowns, couture pieces, suits, bridesmaid dresses, vintage pieces, and custom designs. We have hundreds of fabrics to choose from for custom suiting and shirting as well. There is little that we cannot do.
What You'll Love About Cheryl A. Lofton & Associates
This company came highly recommended to couples for its expertise. Those who worked with these professionals also praised the team for its friendliness and meticulous work. Read their reviews to learn more about these experts.
Experience
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87 years in business
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We speak English
FAQ
What are your price ranges for full-priced suits and tuxedos?
$500 - $999
$1,000 - $1,999
How do you price dress alterations?
By Piece
Who do you provide services for?
Bride
Bridesmaids
Father of the Bride
Father of the Groom
Flower Girls
Groom
Groomsmen
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom
Ring Bearers
Which of the following services do you provide?
Alterations
Appointments Only
Full Customization
Preservation
Which of the following items do you offer?
Veils
What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?
Less than 6 months
How often do you receive new bridal gowns?
Seasonally
What is your return policy?
Final Sales
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Reviews of Cheryl Lofton & Associates
Caitlin Sent on 09/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Serious Talent!
I relocated from NY a few months before my wedding and needed to find an alterations expert. Several bridal salons recommended Cheryl Lofton & Associates. I'm so happy I chose them. The entire staff is so friendly too. Ali was my tailor and I'd recommend him again in a heartbeat. My dress needed quite a few alterations which required Ali to remove and re-sew by hand the delicate lace and flowers. Also, I wanted the straps to sit a certain way and Ali told me I could have it that way, but that it would be a mistake - he showed how it would change the look of the back of my dress. He instead recommended a workaround that was genius. Ali also added an internal belt to further improve the fit and add support - such a great idea. In the end, my dress fit perfectly - no gaps or awkward angles. I was so happy and felt beautiful and comfortable in my dress. Ali is a true master of his trade. Thank you, Ali!!
Carlin Sent on 05/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Personable, Professional, Dress Altering Experience
I purchased my dress in Nebraska so that my family could attend, and brought my dress to DC to be altered. I found Cheryl and her incredible team through recommendations online and after working with them, I understand why they come so highly recommended. My dress required MANY alterations, as it was more fitted, and Ali worked incredible magic to customize my dream dress. He was always very kind, and completed everything on time for my wedding. Cheryl and the front desk team were very professional and personable, making me feel like I was the only bride they were working with. If you are in the DC area, look no further than Cheryl Lofton and Associates!
Jessica Sent on 01/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Wonderful experience
I came to Cheryl and Gale (not sure if I’m spelling her name right) after a HORRIBLE wedding dress alteration experience elsewhere (review to come). They were able to squeeze me in less than a month from my November wedding date. My wedding dress was mangled and Gale worked her MAGIC in a series of nearly 4 appointments to essentially reconstruct the dress to make it the beautiful masterpiece it was meant to be. It fit me like a glove and complemented me in all the right places. After every appointment, I left feeling assured that my dress would be taken care of and that they both truly cared about my satisfaction. I felt so confident and beautiful on our special and it’s all thanks to them. The professionalism, flexibility, meticulous attention to detail, levity (they were both really good at making me smile and laugh during a very stressful time), and superior knowledge of tailoring—you really can’t go wrong here. I will certainly be back for other pieces. Highly, highly recommend!
Dani Sent on 09/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating
Perfection!
Having my wedding dress tailored by Cheryl Lofton & Associates was perfect from start to finish. I reached out about tailoring services in late June for my August 22 wedding. I wasn't sure if I would be able to find a tailor given the pandemic, but CL&A had protocols in place to make sure I had a safe experience. I emailed a picture of my dress before I came in and Amber recommended I work with Gale, who does beautiful French bustles. I was always the only customer in the store during my appointments, and we always wore masks. Gale worked magic on my dress, which was two sizes too large in the bust, needed four layers hemmed, cups sewn in, and a French bustle. All was completed in time for my wedding, and the price quoted during my first appointment was what I paid upon pickup. I was so grateful to be able to wear my dress, I cannot say enough good things about CL&A!
Grace Sent on 08/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful alterations and excellent service
Cheryl Lofton & Associates did a beautiful job with the alterations for my wedding dress. The fit wound up being just perfect--comfortable to wear all day and incredibly flattering--as you can see in the pictures! The experience of getting the alterations was also lovely. I fainted in the store during the session (fainting is just a thing I do), and they were so patient, generous, and warm with me as I recovered and then through the rest of the alterations. I'd highly recommend both the gorgeous final product and the experience!
Amy M. Sent on 08/07/2020
5 out of 5 rating
An Absolute Dream to Work With
Best decision I ever made. I took my dress to Cheryl Lofton's team after reading their wonderful online reviews, and after having some not-so-pleasant phone calls with other (more expensive) bridal seamstresses in town. Not only were they kind and thoughtful, but Gail (my seamstress)'s attention to detail was impeccable. Wedding dresses, tuxedos, suits, dresses, you name it. I trust and highly recommend Cheryl Lofton for anything special you need tailored.
Becca Sent on 04/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating
Excellent alterations - I loved the custom back of my dress!
I came to Cheryl Lofton at the recommendation of my Floravere stylists for wedding dress alterations. I worked with Valerie who had altered the same dress for someone else which made me confident that she knew the style and fabric well. Valerie was very down to earth, detail-oriented, and attentive to my preferences. The dress came together wonderfully and I loved the way that we changed the back of the dress and made it into a low V back. I found the prices to be more reasonable than another alterations shop I considered in Alexandria, Virginia. What I appreciated even more was that they gave me a pricing quote free of charge based on what I wanted to change even before I put the dress on! I would absolutely recommend Valerie and Cheryl Lofton for wedding dress alterations.
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