Custom clothing · Tailoring · Alterations

Made to fit.Made for you.

Custom-made clothing and expert alterations in Houston, with more than 25 years of experience and personal attention from Ms. Loretta. From everyday work clothes to special occasions, every stitch starts with you.

25+ yearsof sewing experience
Custom madewith personal attention
Houston, TXlocal service
Dapper Daisy logo with daisy and woman silhouette
Services

Thoughtful work, down to the last stitch.

Whether you need something created especially for you or a favorite piece refined for a better fit, Loretta brings decades of experience to every garment.

01

Custom Clothing

One-of-a-kind women’s clothing built from the ground up around your measurements, preferences, and personal style—not a mannequin.

02

Everyday Tailoring

Precision in every stitch, from work clothes to your favorite everyday pieces.

  • Pants and sleeve shortening
  • Tapering and waist or crotch adjustments
  • Mending, patches, and zipper repairs or replacement
03

Special-Event Alterations

Careful fit adjustments for weddings, proms, quinceañeras, and other special occasions. Contact Loretta for a quote tailored to your garment.

Pickup & delivery available · Mail-in alterations & repairs
Ask Loretta about arrangements, service area, and any applicable charges before scheduling or mailing a garment.

Typical pricing

A little guidance before your fitting.

A selection of common alterations to help you plan. More services are available—this is not the full price list.

Pants & Trousers

Plain hem
From $18
Waist / seat adjustmentTake in or let out; separate waistbands and jeans priced differently.
From $22
Taper legsUnder 3 inches.
From $30

Blouses & Shirts

Shorten plain sleeves
From $18
Shorten a straight hem
From $25
Taper sidesStandard seams; felled or vented styles priced differently.
From $25

Skirts & Dresses

A-line or vented hem
From $30
Taper sides
From $32

These are starting prices for the standard services listed. Final pricing depends on the fabric, garment construction, and work required. Hand sewing, lining, layers, lace, beading, and other details may cost more. Contact Loretta for a personalized quote for your garment, including custom clothing, formalwear, and specialized repairs.

Ask Loretta about your garment
Recent work

Craftsmanship with personality.

A glimpse at custom garments and the Dapper Daisy studio, shared by Dapper Daisy and its clients.

Meet the maker

Experience you can see—and feel.

For more than 25 years, Loretta Statam has helped women feel more confident in clothing designed or tailored just for them.

Dapper Daisy pairs time-honored sewing expertise with warm, personal service. Every project receives the kind of care and attention that only comes from working directly with an experienced maker.

Loretta Statam · Dapper Daisy
Client reviews

Kind words from happy clients.

★★★★★Client stories from Google
“I received compliments from everyone.”
Ashika SkeeleGoogle review
“Her service was friendly, professional, and incredibly efficient.”
Joy M.Google review
“So thorough and put my vision to life in my wedding dress!”
Judit MelendezGoogle review
Made convenient

A better fit, wherever you are.

Mail-in service

Mail your garments to Loretta.

Can’t make it to the studio? Dapper Daisy accepts mail-in orders for alterations, adjustments, and repairs.

Contact Loretta before sending your garments to discuss the work you need, fit details, pricing, and shipping arrangements.

Arrange a mail-in order
Coming soon

Online payments with Square.

You’ll soon be able to pay for your Dapper Daisy services online through Square.

Online payments are not available yet. Contact Loretta about payment for your order.

Let’s talk

Ready for a better fit?

Call, text, or email Loretta to discuss what you have in mind.

Houston studio

Dapper Daisy is located in west Houston.

1500 S. Dairy Ashford Road
Suite 330
Houston, TX 77077

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Community nonprofit

The Art Of Sewing

Planting seeds of opportunity, one stitch at a time.

Our mission is to plant seeds of opportunity in our community by teaching the art of sewing and empowering individuals with creative skills that last a lifetime.

Our sewing classes provide accessible life skills that inspire creativity, self-reliance, personal growth, and confidence. Many of our classes are at no cost to the community.

Donations are welcome.

Online donations will be available once our donation link is ready.