Liza is an incredible artist. She took my very specific and seemingly impossible design and created a dress that was even more beautiful than I could have imagined.

She took such thoughtful and detailed care of me and my dress during our time together and after. A few days before I had to leave for my wedding, I called her worried... read moreLiza is an incredible artist. She took my very specific and seemingly impossible design and created a dress that was even more beautiful than I could have imagined.

She took such thoughtful and detailed care of me and my dress during our time together and after. A few days before I had to leave for my wedding, I called her worried about a couple of minor alterations that I hadn’t thought of before and she immediately adjusted them and perfected my dress. It was a joy working with her! 10/10, would recommend! read less

Working with Liza Diaz was an absolute dream come true for my wedding dress. From just a few inspiration photos and sketches, Liza transformed my vision into reality. Her craftsmanship and attention to detail were simply outstanding. Even when a minor issue arose with my veil at the last moment, she swiftly resolved it and personally delivered the veil to... read moreWorking with Liza Diaz was an absolute dream come true for my wedding dress. From just a few inspiration photos and sketches, Liza transformed my vision into reality. Her craftsmanship and attention to detail were simply outstanding. Even when a minor issue arose with my veil at the last moment, she swiftly resolved it and personally delivered the veil to me on the morning of my wedding. Her dedication and professionalism ensured that everything was perfect for my special day.

I am immensely grateful to Liza for creating the wedding dress of my dreams. Her talent, kindness, and unwavering commitment to her craft made the entire experience unforgettable. read less

Liza is an absolute miracle worker! I wanted to rework my mom's wedding dress for my own wedding, and luckily I found Liza to bring my vision to life, and make it even better than what I was imagining. She worked with me to transform the dress into something completely new and different, that felt like me, but used all... read moreLiza is an absolute miracle worker! I wanted to rework my mom's wedding dress for my own wedding, and luckily I found Liza to bring my vision to life, and make it even better than what I was imagining. She worked with me to transform the dress into something completely new and different, that felt like me, but used all of the most beautiful parts of my mom's dress in a way that honoured its original form. Liza paid close attention to every last detail to make sure everything was perfect. She is a true artist. I'm beyond thrilled with how it turned out, and I love that I get to wear a completely custom wedding dress, that was within my tight budget. I'll add some photos of the dress after the wedding 🙂

Thanks Liza!!

UPDATED 8/25 with photos. My wedding was last Saturday and the dress was absolutely perfect. So many people told me it was one of the most beautiful dresses they have ever seen. I agreed with them. Love my dress so much 🙂 read less

I came to Liza with the hopes of taking my grandmothers/mothers wedding dress and turning it into my own. I had no idea if it was even possible. I showed up with a few ideas and the dress. From that very first meeting, I knew we had found someone special.

Liza understood how meaningful the dress was and listened... read moreI came to Liza with the hopes of taking my grandmothers/mothers wedding dress and turning it into my own. I had no idea if it was even possible. I showed up with a few ideas and the dress. From that very first meeting, I knew we had found someone special.

Liza understood how meaningful the dress was and listened to my ideas. She jumped right in with suggestions that were nothing short of amazing yet were still true to me. Over the course of a few weeks she worked her magic. The dress turned out more incredible than I ever imagined. I am still in awe over it. The buttons on the sleeves and deep open back with dreamy lace dropping down over my cowboy boots was everything I ever dreamed of and even then I didn’t know it, but Liza did.

Coming from a girl that lives in jeans and a ball cap, I have never felt this special. The dress was stunning. Timeless. And 100% true to me. Liza was able to keep most of the original dress and shape yet added new lace that gave it a total refresh and a dress custom to me.

I could go on and on about how incredibly special Liza and her work is but I suggest you see for yourself! read less

Liza is a phenomenal seamstress and a true artist. I came to her with a complex and highly detailed wedding dress design - she made my dress true to my vision and greater than I could have dreamed. She listens to and honours the wants and needs of her clientele. The fabric she sources and uses is very high quality.... read moreLiza is a phenomenal seamstress and a true artist. I came to her with a complex and highly detailed wedding dress design - she made my dress true to my vision and greater than I could have dreamed. She listens to and honours the wants and needs of her clientele. The fabric she sources and uses is very high quality. On top of Liza's skills, she is a professional through-and-through while also being lovely and fun to work with. Liza, thank you for everything. I made the best choice choosing you as my wedding dress seamstress. read less

Liza is an absolute miracle worker! I wanted to rework my mom's wedding dress for my own wedding, and luckily I found Liza to bring my vision to life, and make it even better than what I was imagining. She worked with me to transform the dress into something completely new and different, that felt like me, but used all... read moreLiza is an absolute miracle worker! I wanted to rework my mom's wedding dress for my own wedding, and luckily I found Liza to bring my vision to life, and make it even better than what I was imagining. She worked with me to transform the dress into something completely new and different, that felt like me, but used all of the most beautiful parts of my mom's dress in a way that honoured its original form. Liza paid close attention to every last detail to make sure everything was perfect. She is a true artist. I'm beyond thrilled with how it turned out, and I love that I get to wear a completely custom wedding dress, that was within my tight budget. I'll add some photos of the dress after the wedding 🙂

Thanks Liza!! read less

Liza is an absolutely amazing seamstress, who took on my project despite it not being the most unique or creative of requests.

We had some miscommunication when we first connected, which actually left me worried I would not find a seamstress for my dress in time for my event, but it was 100% worth the wait for when Liza started work... read moreLiza is an absolutely amazing seamstress, who took on my project despite it not being the most unique or creative of requests.

We had some miscommunication when we first connected, which actually left me worried I would not find a seamstress for my dress in time for my event, but it was 100% worth the wait for when Liza started work on my dress.

She takes great care in the material she chooses, has unrivaled attention to detail and made the dress even better than I envisioned! My request was a more simple one, but her other works speak for themselves, and even a less complicated design still had small details that made the dress perfect on me.

She also nailed the measurements, and only had to make a couple of adjustments during my fittings. I am rather short and petite, and my proportions can make things tricky to fit on me. Many other places I've gone for fittings (though not for a custom dress) would have to keep adjusting the materials on me constantly.

She is friendly, direct, and very welcoming. I never felt uncomfortable in her studio, and she was very patient and knowledgeable as I asked questions. I highly recommend; thank you again for everything Liza! read less

Working with Liza on my 1950s-inspired wedding dress was a breeze. From the first (and only!) sketch, I knew I had found the right person. We were on the same wavelength: she suggested a red petticoat before I even mentioned that was what I had in mind; although my inspo had polka dot tulle, I had started looking for some... read moreWorking with Liza on my 1950s-inspired wedding dress was a breeze. From the first (and only!) sketch, I knew I had found the right person. We were on the same wavelength: she suggested a red petticoat before I even mentioned that was what I had in mind; although my inspo had polka dot tulle, I had started looking for some tulle with a daisy pattern, and before I even told her, she sent me a picture of the perfect fabric. Countless vendors and guests praised the dress.

I had also told Liza I wanted a dress that would be great for a wedding, but could also be reworn for other events, and I have already worn to a fancy Christmas party.

I couldn't be happier with how she brought to life the idea I had in my mind.

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Liza is a phenomenal seamstress and a true artist. I came to her with a complex and highly detailed wedding dress design - she made my dress true to my vision and greater than I could have dreamed. She listens to and honours the wants and needs of her clientele. The fabric she sources and uses is very high quality.... read moreLiza is a phenomenal seamstress and a true artist. I came to her with a complex and highly detailed wedding dress design - she made my dress true to my vision and greater than I could have dreamed. She listens to and honours the wants and needs of her clientele. The fabric she sources and uses is very high quality. On top of Liza's skills, she is a professional through-and-through while also being lovely and fun to work with. Liza, thank you for everything. I made the best choice choosing you as my wedding dress seamstress. read less

Liza made my wedding dress and I am obsessed with it! The whole experience was very enjoyable. Liza is great, I loved working with her to talk through my design, I felt like it was a collaborative experience which was just what I wanted. The quality of the dress is amazing, in both the fabric she picked and the construction.... read moreLiza made my wedding dress and I am obsessed with it! The whole experience was very enjoyable. Liza is great, I loved working with her to talk through my design, I felt like it was a collaborative experience which was just what I wanted. The quality of the dress is amazing, in both the fabric she picked and the construction. I am over the moon happy and so impressed with Liza's talent! read less

Liza did a magical job creating my wedding dress! Every step along the way she was brilliant, from picking fabrics (slightly purple instead of plain white and non symmetrical lace work) to custom designing something unique to my taste and even changing details on the fly. (I love the sleeves! Which also double as a bustle!)

Liza was also very conscious... read moreLiza did a magical job creating my wedding dress! Every step along the way she was brilliant, from picking fabrics (slightly purple instead of plain white and non symmetrical lace work) to custom designing something unique to my taste and even changing details on the fly. (I love the sleeves! Which also double as a bustle!)

Liza was also very conscious of working with me to stick to my budget. I felt like she was 100% considerate of every part of the process.

We had to postpone our wedding until next year but I can't wait to get a chance to wear my fairy tale gown.

Finally got the chance to wear my beautiful dress, after postponing for a year and it was enchanting! I was so happy and comfortable in my gown and everyone was raving about the sleeves! read less

Liza is a very talented designer. I was pretty nervous to have a dress made and I wasn't sure how it would turn out. Liza was amazing and made small tweaks and revisions to make it fit me perfectly and to make the dress unique to me. She uses high quality fabrics and I was able to choose from her... read moreLiza is a very talented designer. I was pretty nervous to have a dress made and I wasn't sure how it would turn out. Liza was amazing and made small tweaks and revisions to make it fit me perfectly and to make the dress unique to me. She uses high quality fabrics and I was able to choose from her many samples. I highly recommend going for it and having her make your dream dress!! read less

I came to Liza with the dream of turning a dress I loved into a jumpsuit for my wedding. She immediately understood my vision, recommended the perfect fabric, and was able to create something even more beautiful than I could have imagined. Her attention to detail is unparalleled and she didn't stop until it was perfect. She's lovely, she's fun... read moreI came to Liza with the dream of turning a dress I loved into a jumpsuit for my wedding. She immediately understood my vision, recommended the perfect fabric, and was able to create something even more beautiful than I could have imagined. Her attention to detail is unparalleled and she didn't stop until it was perfect. She's lovely, she's fun and she was a pleasure to work with! read less

I feel so lucky to have come across Liza's website when I was looking for someone to make my dress. She's done an amazing job getting it done. It's honestly everything I wanted and more. 😁 I had to travel down to Vancouver for my fittings and she made that a breeze. Visits were comfortable and quick. I had gone... read moreI feel so lucky to have come across Liza's website when I was looking for someone to make my dress. She's done an amazing job getting it done. It's honestly everything I wanted and more. 😁 I had to travel down to Vancouver for my fittings and she made that a breeze. Visits were comfortable and quick. I had gone three visits with her and each visit, my dress was coming along more and more. Communication was never an issue. We talked for months before actually meeting up for my dress. 10/10 would recommend her to others! read less

I’ve been lucky enough to work with Liza a few times over the years but this year was unique as our paths crossed for two weddings-my sister’s and my chosen sister’s where I was a bridesmaid. Liza is a master at what she does-she understands fabric and shapes in a very unique way. She know exactly how to sew... read moreI’ve been lucky enough to work with Liza a few times over the years but this year was unique as our paths crossed for two weddings-my sister’s and my chosen sister’s where I was a bridesmaid. Liza is a master at what she does-she understands fabric and shapes in a very unique way. She know exactly how to sew to each person’s shape and size so that your dress is as flattering as possible. She’s professional, easy to work with, and reliable. She’s full of vision and can help you either figure out what you want or she can speak up if there’s room for improvement or an alternative way to bring your ideas to life. I hope to work with her more in the future! read less

I had a very specific vision for my dream two-piece modern bridal gown and Liza was able to execute it beautifully. I am very detail oriented so would notice every little thing and she was able to make adjustments and design recommendations that made the dress perfectly tailored to my body type. Her skill and talent is exceptional. I could... read moreI had a very specific vision for my dream two-piece modern bridal gown and Liza was able to execute it beautifully. I am very detail oriented so would notice every little thing and she was able to make adjustments and design recommendations that made the dress perfectly tailored to my body type. Her skill and talent is exceptional. I could not have been happier with the result and am so glad I chose handmade. Thank you Liza! read less

Liza made our family dream come true.

It all started with my mother. As a girl, she would dream of wearing the most beautiful dress in the world the day after her wedding. For some mysterious reason, it seemed to her even more important than her wedding dress.

After her engagement, my mother bought from an elegant Polish lady a piece of... read moreLiza made our family dream come true.

It all started with my mother. As a girl, she would dream of wearing the most beautiful dress in the world the day after her wedding. For some mysterious reason, it seemed to her even more important than her wedding dress.

After her engagement, my mother bought from an elegant Polish lady a piece of blue fine velvet with a shimmering light that mesmerized her.

As it happened, in the midst of wedding preparations she didn't have time to get the dress made, and her dream didn't come true.

She was hoping, then, to get a dress made for me for the day after my wedding but it didn't happen either. Same story with my daughter, when it was her turn to get married.

For seventy years, my mother was keeping this piece of mesmerizing blue fine velvet as our family treasure. A couple of months ago, she felt she couldn't wait any longer.

She asked me to find the best dressmaker in town and to get the dress made for me so that later I would pass it on to my daughter and granddaughter. I googled up 'top dress designers in Vancouver' and found Liza Diaz.

At first, Liza was not particularly enthusiastic about my request. This exquisite fabric, she explained, was very difficult to work with. While sewing seams, for example, she would need to place a piece of tissue paper in between to prevent the velvet from 'walking' on itself.

Yet, when she heard my story and the material started shimmering in her hands, her eyes brightened and she warmed up to the project. From then on, she wouldn't stop working on it.

To prevent an uneven puckered seam on the delicate fabric, Liza came up with an ingenious dress design based on apparent simplicity of bias cut construction.

She suggested to add a floral applique with a beaded lace to the dress and to choose coloring that would compliment 'the drama of the blue velvet'.

Liza designed and created a floral arrangement of singular beauty gracefully winding from top to bottom. She beaded it on the lace using four types of beads in different sizes.

A brighter royal blue crepe lining was chosen by her as the base color of the floral applique to pull out the brighter blue highlights in the velvet and playfully peek out at the neckline and hemline.

I marveled over this fascinating process of creation all along. The end result was a majestic dress that looked rather like a piece of art.

My friends tell me that -- if one day I'm invited to a reception in the Buckingham Palace -- all the ladies there will be eager to find out the name of my dress designer.

My biggest joy, though, is that my mother's dream came true, and the glorious dress that she visualized seventy years ago will be passed from generation to generation in our family.

Liza is an Artist, and I thank Destiny for having met her. read less

Liza designed my wedding dress for my wedding in August 2019. It was absolutely stunning and Liza was such a pleasure to work with. It was so easy to make appointments with her and she had my dress done well in advance of the big day.

When we went to the fabric store together to pick out fabric for this dress,s... read moreLiza designed my wedding dress for my wedding in August 2019. It was absolutely stunning and Liza was such a pleasure to work with. It was so easy to make appointments with her and she had my dress done well in advance of the big day.

When we went to the fabric store together to pick out fabric for this dress,s he was so excited it was contagious! She truly loves her craft and it shows in her work. The detailed lace and buttons on the back of my dress were absolutely perfectly executed. My dress had pockets and was comfortable to wear all night. I love to dance, so this was a must for me!

I was also amazed by the value I got for the price. Definitely recommend trying Liza. Not only is she an amazing designer, you are supporting a local designer when you choose Liza. I cannot say enough good things about her! read less

Liza made the most beautiful custom wedding dress for me and it turned out even more beautiful than I could of imagined. I did not want a typical wedding dress nor the experience of being overwhelmed and searching for something that was exactly what I wanted. The entire experience was amazing and she really brought my vision to life... read moreLiza made the most beautiful custom wedding dress for me and it turned out even more beautiful than I could of imagined. I did not want a typical wedding dress nor the experience of being overwhelmed and searching for something that was exactly what I wanted. The entire experience was amazing and she really brought my vision to life by working with me to incorporate everything that I wanted into the design. I would highly recommend Liza to make a custom dress for you. You will end up with the dress of your dreams! read less

Liza made the most beautiful custom wedding dress for me and it turned out even more beautiful than I could of imagined. I did not want a typical wedding dress nor the experience of being overwhelmed and searching for something that was exactly what I wanted. The entire experience was amazing and she really brought my vision to life... read moreLiza made the most beautiful custom wedding dress for me and it turned out even more beautiful than I could of imagined. I did not want a typical wedding dress nor the experience of being overwhelmed and searching for something that was exactly what I wanted. The entire experience was amazing and she really brought my vision to life by working with me to incorporate everything that I wanted into the design. I would highly recommend Liza to make a custom dress for you. You will end up with the dress of your dreams! read less

I was so nervous going custom for a bridesmaid dress, but like Liza said, the process was so smooth, stress free and it turned out absolutely beautiful. Although I'm from Calgary I would recommend to anyone looking for custom dresses.

Liza is the best. Super talented. She has made me suits over the years that are exactly what I wanted, and we have now moved into shirts and dresses. I feel so lucky to have found her!

I had a specific idea for what I wanted as my wedding dress but I could not find anything close to what I envisioned in the bridal shops. I then found Liza Diaz' website and contacted her. She made my vision a reality - she actually improved on it with her suggestions and attention to all the details. ... read moreI had a specific idea for what I wanted as my wedding dress but I could not find anything close to what I envisioned in the bridal shops. I then found Liza Diaz' website and contacted her. She made my vision a reality - she actually improved on it with her suggestions and attention to all the details. My dress is beautiful and I feel amazing when I put it on. Thank you Liza for your skill and also for putting me at ease and making me feel so comfortable during our meetings/fittings. Your professionalism, skill and friendliness kept this part of the wedding planning stress free. I definitely recommend Liza to anyone who is looking for a custom dress!

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I feel truly lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Liza. Her creativity and talent with fabric and the finished details, sense of style & colour, and intuitive sense of what I was hoping for, all culminated in a flowy, comfortable, elegant piece. I look forward to wearing it not just for the Big, Planned Occasion, but also... read moreI feel truly lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Liza. Her creativity and talent with fabric and the finished details, sense of style & colour, and intuitive sense of what I was hoping for, all culminated in a flowy, comfortable, elegant piece. I look forward to wearing it not just for the Big, Planned Occasion, but also for as many other events in the future as I can justify (it's so comfortable!) I brought Liza a piece of silk that my mother-in-law-to-be had given me, in the hopes that it could be turned into a dress. What Liza created is truly special, and I can't wait to surprise my mother-in-law with the result. To top it off, the process was stress-free because Liza also happens to be organized, responsive, and manages to stay on schedule. read less

I feel truly lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Liza. Her creativity and talent with fabric and the finished details, sense of style & colour, and intuitive sense of what I was hoping for, all culminated in a flowy, comfortable, elegant piece. I look forward to wearing it not just for the Big, Planned Occasion, but also... read moreI feel truly lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Liza. Her creativity and talent with fabric and the finished details, sense of style & colour, and intuitive sense of what I was hoping for, all culminated in a flowy, comfortable, elegant piece. I look forward to wearing it not just for the Big, Planned Occasion, but also for as many other events in the future as I can justify (it's so comfortable!) I brought Liza a piece of silk that my mother-in-law-to-be had given me, in the hopes that it could be turned into a dress. What Liza created is truly special, and I can't wait to surprise my mother-in-law with the result. To top it off, the process was stress-free because Liza also happens to be organized, responsive, and manages to stay on schedule. read less