Prince Tailors, located at 83 Limekiln Pike in Glenside, is permanently closing after 59 years in business.

Leo Triponi, an employee for over 40 years, said owner Maura Eugeni is retiring.

The shop’s exact last day “could be this week or next week,” Triponi said. “We’re still waiting for customers to pick up the last of their things. It’s been a great spot. I’ve been very happy over here. It’s a shame, but you have to let it go. We’ve made a lot of friends.”

From Maura’s description of the business on Yelp.com:

Prince Tailors was started by my parents in Sept. 1966 as Custom Made hand sewn Men wear with custom alternations for women. My father, Alberto, affectionaly known as ,”Mr. Prince” owned and operated the business in the same location near 50 continue years. Alberto daughter, Maura, along with all the familiar family of employees are bestowed the privilege to continue serving the Community.We specialize in altering all cloth, leather and fur gaMen and Women business attire, casual wear, outerwear, school ready, special event – Prom or religious occasion, clubs general repairs including zippers, hemming, tapering or. slendering the pants leg. Upon request, work out garments and some jeans the original hems maybe retained. We enhance your garments accomadate unique phsycial situation or body shape to achieve and accents your style in fashion!. Appointments NOT required, but recommended with Bridal, Formal and Prom gowns fitting ensuring availability of your time and Seamstress.

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