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About
Here at El faro we have more than a decade of experience designing and producing custom formal gowns, tackling custom embroidery projects, alterations, and much more! We ensure that every detail is pristine and that the best fabrics are use so that you receive the best quality products we can provide. While our core is made up of elegant wedding dresses, we would be delighted to help with any project you need! Here at El Faro we also pride ourselves on working with customers of all shapes, sizes, and creeds!
We do offer discounts on bulk orders over of over 25 items, and we can have custom images and logos converted to embroidery for an additional fee.
Elegance is not rushed , and neither does it come with indifference. Elegance comes with passion , enthusiasm, strength, and love and that's what we have here at EL Faro .
Our studio is based in the beautiful park Forest Illinois in south suburbs
*****Please Note that all services are provided at our in house studio location. At this time, we do not offer mobile or travel services. Clients are kindly required to come to the studio to maintain quality and efficiency of services.For bulk embroidery orders, we offer a convenient logistics option. Client may ship their products directly to the studio, and once the work is completed, all items will be carefully packaged and shipped back to the clients thank you for your understanding and l look forward to working with you
Overview
Hired 88 times
Serves Park Forest, IL
Background checked
3 employees
23 years in business
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Services offered
Type of service
Type of clothing
Pants
Shirt
Suit
Coat
Material
Cotton
Satin
Silk
Chiffon
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
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Lauren C.
Mar 3, 2026
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My items came out altered as needed! They were also completely in a very timely matter and he was very accommodating!
Details: Pants / shorts • Shirt • Suit • Hemming / cuffing • Tailor overall fit • Cotton • Polyester / rayon • At the pro’s location
Alterations, Tailoring, and Clothing Design
Connie J.
Jul 8, 2023
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I had a great experience with Augusta. I had a couple of pieces of clothingaltered and he did an excellent job. The work was also very reasonably priced. I'll definitely use Augusta for future alterations!
Details: Pants / shorts • Tailor overall fit • Cotton • Wool • Polyester / rayon • At the pro’s location
EL Faro's reply
thank you for the amazing review hope to see you soon
Alterations, Tailoring, and Clothing Design
Teschumbie D.
Nov 18, 2019
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Augustus was a pleasure to work with. He customized an off the rack dress for me when I wasn't able to have a custom one made. He was able to work around my schedule and made the process very easy. I appreciate his work and professionalism.
Details: Dress • Design new garment • Satin • Beading • At the pro’s location
EL Faro's reply
It was a pleasure working with you and getting to meet your kids hope to see you guys again
Alterations, Tailoring, and Clothing Design
Brian p.
Dec 15, 2017
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Augusta was great. Contacted him via text message at 7:30 am and he was able to tailor two dress shirts for me by 10 am and the work was amazing. Price was $50 for the two dress shirts!
Details: Shirt • Tailor overall fit • I travel to the alterations professional
EL Faro's reply
thank you Brian, it will be an honour to work with you again. l pray for safe trips in all your tours
Alterations, Tailoring, and Clothing Design
Basil D.
May 27, 2020
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I had him embroider several crosses for robes. He did an excellent job. The embroidery was crisp and clean. It actually looks better than what the papal tailor in Rome produces! He's very reasonably priced and stands behind his work. You couldn't get more perfect.
Details: 2 pieces • Blankets / towels • Wool • At the pro’s location
EL Faro's reply
Thank you so much for taking me on the adventure with you
Embroidery
Credentials
Background Check
Babadamilola Balogun
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We do provide a 10% discount to customers ordering more than 25 items with custom embroidery. There is also a $30 rush fee for any embroidery that needs completed in less than a week and any dress that needs completed in less than 60 days.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
For our customers looking for alterations or custom pieces we generally start with an in person appointment to take measurements and to discuss exactly what our customers are looking for. We will discuss designs, suitable fabrics, details ect. The next set of appointments will include the various stages of fitting. During these appointments we will check fit, design elements, and make any adjustments needed to produce the dress of your dreams! Custom dresses are generally able to go home by the fourth fitting, but there are exceptions for some more sophisticated styles!
Our embroidery clients will do a phone/messenger consult with sample images to discuss the designs they are looking for and the timeline they need them completed within. We will then do a second consult appointment to review our sample designs and to receive a quote! The timeframe for embroidery projects depends on the quantity of items that will be embroidered, but most projects under 25 items will take 1-2 weeks to complete.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I received a Bachelor’s in Fashion Design from two separate universities!
