Genes Tailoring

Gene’s closed their DG shop in May, 2013.

I’ve had GREAT success with the alterations at Genes. I think it’s the most reasonably priced tailor in the area. The place isn’t much to look at but the quality is top-​shelf.
The hours are weird but the quality and value are EXCELLENT! Cash business.

As long as I can remember, I’ve been going to Gene’s. FYI, THEY CHANGED LOCATIONS. They are located on Elm St. on the north side of Ogden Ave in Downers Grove very close to their old location. The store front does not face Ogden Ave but Elm.
It is a no nonsense, privately owned hole in the wall with a closet as a dressing room and a full length mirror. I guess that’s about all you need for a tailoring business. I have gotten countless pants hemmed, along with a few shirts and dresses and each of them has been spot on. I can recall one shirt that needed a change after an alteration but sometimes perfection takes two times. :) I dropped off a dress today, needing it in a week and she was able to have it done in 4 days. I cannot give you exact pricing but today when I dropped off my dress (both straps need shortening) and a pair of pants (to be hemmed) the total is $ 18.
I am knocking off a star for the business hours. They are a bit strange and limited so I would definitely CALL AHEAD. The number is 630 960 0404. Also, they may not take credit cards. Ask about that.