The Complete Guide to Getting Clothes Made in Hoi An

Getting custom clothes made in Hoi An is one of the defining experiences of visiting central Vietnam. Here is everything you need to know, from choosing a shop to picking up your finished garments.

Step 1: Choose Your Tailor

Research before you arrive. Check Google reviews, compare ratings, and look for shops that specialize in what you want. If you need a suit, look for shops where suit reviews dominate. If you want dresses, find shops with strong dress feedback. Our tailor directory lets you filter by product type and area.

Step 2: Visit on Day One

Your first tailor visit should happen on day one of your Hoi An stay. This maximizes fitting time. Even a two-night stay gives you enough time for two fittings if you start immediately. Morning visits are best: shops are quieter, tailors have more time, and you avoid the afternoon heat.

Step 3: The Consultation

At the shop, you will:

• Browse fabric options displayed on the walls
• Discuss style, either from the shop's catalogue or photos you bring
• Choose your fabric (the staff will explain the differences)
• Get measured (takes 10 to 15 minutes)
• Agree on price, timeline, and number of fittings
• Pay a deposit (typically 50 percent)

Step 4: The First Fitting

Usually 12 to 24 hours after your consultation, you return for the first fitting. The garment will be roughly assembled. Check the overall shape, length, and fit. This is the time to request changes: sleeve length, shoulder width, waist taper, hemline. The tailor will pin adjustments and take notes.

Step 5: The Second Fitting

After adjustments, you return for the final fitting. The garment should be nearly complete. Check all details: buttons, lining, stitching, pockets. If everything looks good, confirm the pickup time. If adjustments are still needed, most shops will do another round.

Step 6: Pickup and Payment

Try on the finished garment one last time before paying the balance. Check under good lighting. Look at the seams, the fabric pattern matching, and the overall finish. If satisfied, pay the remaining balance and ask for a receipt.

What to Bring

• Photos of garments you want made (front, back, detail shots)
• A garment that fits you well (for the tailor to use as a reference)
• The shoes you will wear with the garment (for accurate hemlines)
• Appropriate undergarments for fittings

Shipping Options

If you leave Hoi An before your garments are ready, most established shops offer international shipping for US $20 to $50. However, this means no final fitting, which carries risk. The best approach: plan your trip with enough time to complete all fittings in person.

Ready to start? Browse our full directory or compare suit prices across 40 shops.