I. Tailoring in Hoi An – a pure exquisiteness within the ancient beauty of Vietnam

Laying charmingly on the banks of the poetic Thu Bon River, in the heart of Central Vietnam, Hoi An Ancient Town is widely known as an Eastern oriental classic captivation amongst all the tourist attractions in Vietnam. Come to Hoi An, tourists can not only enjoy the ideal tropical weather of a port city but can also be astounded by its traditionally well-preserved cultural values. 

When it comes to a full Hoi An experience, people will always look out for things like architecture – the old-fashioned, mossgrown lanes, houses, and the Japanese Covered Bridge; traditional festivals – when the streets are full of colorful lanterns and the river is covered with the glistening lights from hundreds of flower garlands; and the delicious-yet-affordable local specialties. However, it is not yet a fulfilling experience without getting yourself a perfect tailored-made garment in Hoi An.

Hoi An started to build its reputation in tailoring more than 20 years ago. It rooted as a family tradition when Hoi An was a major place for silk trading at the time. However, it stayed behind closed doors as Vietnam has not yet become a popular attraction for tourists, not long until the late 1900 and 2000s when the boom in tourism occurred and Hoi An saw its opportunity to turn tailoring into serious business as it is today. 

Over the years, as the Internet and multimedia become popular, tailoring in Hoi An gradually receives much more recognition, not only from domestic customers but also from international tourists. The high-quality fabrics, variety of choices, the exceptionally short making time, reasonable prices, and the hospitality of Vietnamese tailors, all make tailoring in Hoi An such a remarkable and worthy experience compared to that of Hong Kong or Bangkok – the globally famous names when it comes to custom made garments.

II. What do you need to do to get the best-tailored garment in Hoi An?

Before getting to know where to get the best tailor-made clothes in Hoi An, let us guide you through the process of how to make a perfect custom-tailored piece of clothing.

1. Choose your own design and fabrics

The first step to have your own custom garment is to choose your desired style of clothing. The staff will guide you through a variety of choices of different fabrics – usually, they will have it in a book containing sample fabrics for you to have an easier visual comparison. Then, you will have time to discuss the pros and cons of each type of fabric with the consultant, and you can request some try-on as well until you can firmly decide which one to go with. After that, the tailor will go into the details of the product and ask for your preference to finish the draft.

2. Get your measurements

The second step is to measure the perfect fit for your body. The staff will take your measurement and you can make sure to remind them about your special requests for the clothes, for example, shorter sleeves, loose waist, longer tail, etc. The tailors will usually pay attention to details but you can also do the job to get everything double-checked. 

3. Fitting and collecting your tailor-made attire

The last step after taking all the necessary jobs to get the draft done is to wait for your tailor to finish the clothes. Generally, it would take you about 10 hours to a day depending on each tailor. After the clothes are finished, you can come directly to the store for the fitting or request a fitting right at your hotel but again, it will depend on the tailor to offer you this, therefore, do remember to ask them in advance. It is wise to expect two or three fittings to get the clothes as close to your desire as possible. 

Once you get all the details fixed and are happy with the finished product, they are then ready for collection. Remember to ask your tailor thoroughly on how to keep your clothes in the best condition as well as notes for washing, ironing and storing. After that, your custom-tailor garments are ready to use!

III. What categories do you need to consider when choosing the tailor in Hoi An?

Once you have the idea of what kind of garments you want to get, it would be definitely exciting to go to the tailor and make your imaginations come true. However, amongst more than 400 tailoring shops in Hoi An, how can you choose one just right with your needs? Here are some recommended categories for you to consider before deciding where to get your perfect custom-made garments.

1. Range of prices

It is notable that tailoring prices in Hoi An are generally reasonable in most places. There are cheap tailors that can make you a shirt or shoes with approximately $20 to $50, a suit for around $100 depending on your desired materials, style and details. Many bigger shops offer a wide range of prices, from around $120 to more than $300 depending on the fabric’s quality, special requirements, making time, etc. 

It is essential for you to do some proper research beforehand. If you are tight on cash but expecting top quality, we suggest you look at ways to save, as it is always better to get a high-quality garment to save you lots of money in the long run. Additionally, it is wise to know what you want to get clear from the beginning, as it may save you a lot of money and time along the way. 

2.  Quality of services

There are many tailors in Hoi An nowadays and the number will continue to rise in the near future. Therefore, it is worth noting that not all of the tailors offer on-site tailoring. There are small shops where they have the storefronts to take your measurements, then the request is sent out to another place to make your order. This may result in unexpected mistakes as the person who takes your measurements will not directly involve in making your piece. Thus, try to be careful and choose shops that have in-house tailors, as they will likely have better quality control and smoother process in getting you the garments as you wish.

Another tip to have better tailoring experience in Hoi An is to keep wandering around and ask until you can find a place that suits you the most. Do not hesitate to go to multiple places and ask for their consultancy, as you can find where is the place that gives you the most useful information and is the most customer-friendly. Trying to look at other aspects rather than just the clothing quality can give you a more satisfying experience.

3. Variety of choices

When finding a tailor in Hoi An, there are lots of essential aspects you need to focus on and do research in advance. First of all, make sure to know what kind of clothing you want before getting into the store. Usually, people would choose formal attire to be tailored-made, for example, business shirts, formal suits, trousers, blazers, leather shoes, blouses, ball gowns, dresses, etc. T-shirts, skirts, jeans, etc., are not recommended for tailoring and you can find them much cheaper yet easier at the market or ready-made stores. 

Secondly, it is also important to think about your preferable details like colors, materials, patterns, etc. beforehand. You should think about where you would want to go with that attire, whether it would be a meeting, a conference, or a formal party. You should do some research on what kind of materials would be suitable for that kind of clothing, and would that materials go well in a long way with the weather of your country. And also remember to prepare in mind what colors or what tones would you want your clothes to be, do you want it plain or have some patterns, particular design on it as well as the special details that you would want the tailor to pay attention to like the length of the shirt/sleeves/trouser leg, the ti. ghtness of the waist, the stiffness of the shoulders/collar, etc. 

Last but not least, remember to make a list of the tailors and read customers’ reviews about them on different sites. If possible, you could contact the tailor beforehand to ask for consultancy and see if they are a reliable partner for your tailoring experience in Hoi An or not.

IV. Top 5 best-recommended tailors in Hoi An

1. Bebe Tailor

• Address: 05-07 Hoang Dieu St – 95 Phan Chau Trinh St – 40 Tran Hung Dao St. Hoi An, Quang Nam.
• Opening hours: 8.00 a.m – 9.30 p.m daily.
• Contact: Phone – 0235 2212670, Email – [email protected], Website – https://bebetailor.com/.

Source: Bebe Tailor

Bebe Tailor is a well-trusted place for foreigners when it comes to tailoring. Here, they have a very spacious store with the largest selection of fabrics. The in-house tailoring process makes it easier for customers to follow. The staff at Bebe are friendly, welcoming and supportive. They can offer you the most detailed piece of clothing and high-quality customer service.

2. A Dong Silk

• Address: 62 & 91 Tran Hung Dao, Hoi An – 40 Le Loi, Hoi An, Quang Nam.
• Opening hours: 8.00 a.m – 9.30 p.m daily.
• Contact: Phone – (+84) 235 3910 579, Email – [email protected], Website – https://adongsilk.com/. 

A Dong Silk is well-known for its high-quality products and hospitality. Their success is rooted in the fact that they get a very good insight into their customers. The staff here are experienced and knowledgeable, therefore they can give you the best advice to get you your dream attires. What is more, is that they also provide you with a variety of fabrics and styles to choose from.

3. Yaly Couture

• Address: 47 Nguyen Thai Hoc – 47 Tran Phu – 358 Nguyen Duy Hieu – Hoi An, Quang Nam.
• Opening hours: 8.00 a.m – 9.30 p.m daily.
• Contact: Phone – 0235 2212  474, Email – [email protected], Website – https://yalycouture.com/. 

Yaly Couture is probably the most popular name that pops up when anyone asks what is the best tailor in Hoi An. Yaly gives you the most highly qualified tailors, perfect pieces of clothing and zealous staff with a seamlessly smooth process. Even though belonging to one of the most pricey shops in Hoi An, Yaly has proved their reputation as one of the most reliable ones for both foreigners and domestic customers.

4. Thu Thuy Silk

• Address: 60 Le Loi, Hoi An, Quang Nam.
• Opening hours: 8.00 a.m – 9.00 p.m daily.
• Contact: Phone – (+84) 510 3 861 699, Email – [email protected], Website – https://thuthuysilk.com/. 

Thu Thuy Silk is one of the most antique and famous tailors in Hoi An with more than 30 years of experience. They are well-known for their consistency in making the best quality garments in the shortest amount of time. Other than that, their hospitality, variety of choices as well as a coffee shop with free Wi-fi can also make your time spent here more tirelessly.

5. B’Lan Silk

• Address: 23 Tran Phu, Hoi An, Quang Nam.
• Opening hours: 8.00 a.m – 8.00 p.m daily.
• Contact: Phone – 0235 3861 866.

B’Lan Silk is a tailoring shop in an ancient house with more than 200 years of age. Here, you can get the most decent piece of clothing at a very reasonable price, especially the silk products. Additionally, you can have a small tour around this antique house while waiting for your clothes to be made!

Tailoring in Hoi An can be a little bit time-consuming experience, but it will surely be worthwhile and memorable as you try on the newly tailored attires made just for you. With Lux Travel DMC, you can even have the most exciting tailoring experience in Hoi An without having to do all the labor-intensive work! Lux Travel DMC is the first luxury tour operator in Vietnam, founded in 2004. We provide tailor-made private tours to Vietnam and every corner of Southeast Asian countries. If you are looking for an exceptional trip to Hoi An to enjoy all the essentials of this Ancient Town, as well as getting yourself the best tailor-made attire, contact us and we promise to offer you the most memorable trip you will ever have: https://luxtraveldmc.com/contact 

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