Whether it’s your first time in Bangkok or you’re a returning visitor, you may have seen a lot of tailors on the streets. The tailoring business has been a staple of the Bangkok industry for more than a decade and today, there are more than 1200 tailoring shops. With so many options, it may seem almost impossible to find the one best suited to your needs. Like so many others you did the right thing and went online for assistance in finding a bespoke tailor that can assist you in creating the perfect fit. In the following post, we will talk more about great locations and what to look out for when browsing for your next bespoke suit in the busy streets of Bangkok.
Ask yourself: “Where am I in the process?” when looking for a Bangkok tailor
It’s one thing to know that you’re in need of a new suit. It’s another thing to know which colors, style, and fabrics you want. Depending on how much you already know about your future suit, it might be worth looking into tailors with a reputation for assisting you in making the right choices for your personality and the occasion. A great tailor will be able to assist you, no matter how far you are in the process of acquiring a new suit.
A couple of practicalities to note when shopping for suits in Bangkok
It’s important to be realistic in your expectations when it comes to bespoke tailoring. Of course, a major reason for shopping for bespoke suits in Bangkok is the combination of reasonable prices and high quality fabrics, however, as with everything else, there is still a correlation between price and quality. Walking down Sukhumvit Road will give you an impression of the general price range, and you will find tailoring shops of all price ranges.
One thing you might find yourself wondering is in which area to look for a good Bangkok tailor. As already mentioned, Sukhumvit Road is widely known for its vast options of tailors. Some tailors in this area are a bit competitive and will try to convince you that their shop is the best from the streets. Our best advice is to decide for your own, and take your time finding the best tailoring experiences awaiting you there.
Another thing to look out for is the turnaround time. That is, the time from having your measurements taken in the shop for the first time, until the suit is ready, and you can take the suit with you. While you may not be in time to receive your suit during your stay, many tailors will offer to have the suit sent to your home address instead, which is often a preferable solution instead of having to bring the suit home yourself.
Turnaround time at Narry:
At Narry Bespoke Tailors, our turnaround time is 2-3 days with 1-2 fittings in between. We have our own factory and do not share factories like most other tailors which is why we can accommodate to this timeline with no quality compromise.
Showroom hours:
Monday to Saturday: 9am to 9pm
Sunday: 10am to 8pm
We accept walk-ins.
We also have a free pick up service (no obligation) from your hotel to our store. We do this because taxi, tuk tuk and hotel operators will try to take you to their partner stores where they get commission, at an extra charge for you, while you may receive suits of worse quality. To book a free pick up, please click here.
Our final thoughts on finding the best tailor in Bangkok
Tailor-made suits are subject to personal preference, made up decisions based on multiple factors, such as price, quality, experience and time. This means that no single tailor will be the best option for everyone. Here at Narry Bespoke Tailors we have done our best to be transparent about your options, and if you have any further questions regarding the options for your next suit, feel free to contact us.
