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Tailors in Bangkok

jetson

longtail driver
Posts: 9

Does anyone have experience with this? I want to have some suits tailored suits made when I arrive. I have never been before and have heard this is possible. And a possible starting price point.
I have read some reviews on another site and they are mixed emotions on which place to shop.

thanks

Jetson

#1 Posted: 6/1/2012 - 02:27
goonistik

adventurer
Posts: 326

I don't have any experience with BKK tailors. If you can, go to Hong Kong and try the better tailors there like WW Chan.

There are two threads about BKK tailors in other forums that I hope you will find informative.

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/thread.jspa?threadID=1207953

http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/forum/showthread.php?60438-A-visit-to-Rajawongse&highlight=rajawongse

In the askandy thread, one poster says that Narin couture will make a fully canvassed suit. If that is true, than that would be the first place I would consider.

#2 Posted: 6/1/2012 - 06:18
ComeAndGoVi-
etnam

motodop
Posts: 24

Posted from within Vietnam.

I use Crown Tailor at Sukhumvit soi 8 (just on the left near the top of the soi). VERY good service, really friendly guys who take pride in their work and spend a long, long time measuring you up to get the right fit. No touts outside, no hassle, & really good quality clothes. Tell them Tim Russell sent you!

#3 Posted: 6/1/2012 - 20:45
phishsticks

flashpacker
Posts: 32

Tim, whats the going rate for a tailored suit?

#4 Posted: 7/1/2012 - 08:12
swag

adventurer
Posts: 313
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Hi there I have used one tailor in Bangkok numerous times. Have found them to be competetive, great fabric and well made. Raja's International tailors, shop 147 Sukhumvit Rd 11 opposite Nana BTS Station, I can't comment on the price of a suit as I haven't been there for 3 years. They also keep your measurements on file with a piece of fabric of the piece you have had made. I have had shirts, pants and jacket made with only 1 problem that was fixed within a couple of hours.

cheers

#5 Posted: 7/1/2012 - 17:11
ComeAndGoVi-
etnam

motodop
Posts: 24

Posted from within Vietnam.

Can't remember exactly but I think I got a suit & 3 shirts for less than $250.

#6 Posted: 8/1/2012 - 09:23
jetson

longtail driver
Posts: 9

Thanks guys/gals

Just realized I posted this in Vietnam forum...Must have been drunk, sorry!!!

#7 Posted: 10/1/2012 - 16:49