With the multitude of tailors' shops in some areas of Bangkok, one couldn't help assuming that most are just jumping on the bandwagon and don't possess the experience or the connections to do a decent job of anything.

It's true that a lot of them turn out some shocking work, I've seen some of it. They really bring to life the phrase: "All over you like a cheap suit".

But you can get a decent job for a decent price. Bear these points in mind:

1) Most places are not really tailors. They just want to sell you material and take your measurements. They farm out the stuff to outside tailors.
2) You're not going to get a cashmere suit for $100.
3) In good places you'll see evidence of actual *tailoring* being done. You know more than just a tape measure and a pencil.
4) Most places farm out their tailoring to a different location but it's a good sign when the shop has a representative on site. You'll know, because they'll be involved in the measuring process and the salesman will communicate your preferences to him/her as you go along.
5) You won't get a decent wool mix suit for $100.
6) From my experience and from the genuine-looking reviews I've seen: Good places don't have touts outside.
7) Results are going to be better if you *really* know what you want.

Walk past the shops and take a good look. Get an idea of what they seem most interested in (a lot are just money laundering fronts). You'll get an idea whether they're just selling third-party generic garments for a markup, selling cloth and lots of sweet talk, or if they're more design-oriented and customer-focused.

A small number of good establishments can be found around Asok (just down from Nana) on Sukhumvit Rd. For more excellent info from someone who really knows his stuff check out the link below.

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During my stay in Khao San (the main tourist area), I decided to get a formal dress and a jacket suit for work.

Since I was staying at a guesthouse in that area, I went to the Mr. Boss tailor shop next to it.

I was amazed at the variety of materials they had, not only for men, but for women as well. The salesmen there were extremely friendly and not at all pushy like some of the other shops.

Upon entering the shop, I was greeted with smiles and despite my habit of indecisiveness and not being able to choose immediately, they patiently told me to take my time with no obligations.

When I went in the next day, they again greeted me warmly and when I actually got my outfits in 24hrs, I was delighted with the fitting. It was perfect! My friends back here in Singapore adore my outfits, especially since I was given a special 20% discount too!

I highly recommend all my friends to visit Mr. Boss Tailor on your next trip to Bangkok. It was totally worth it!

This shop is situated in Soi Rambuttri (next to Merry V Guest house).

It's in Khao San area so it shouldn't be difficult to find.

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Get a tailored suit for £200 or a shirt for £10 here. They can copy anything you want and it's marvellous value.

Michele Boutique, Shop No. 21, Shah House, Mandlik Road (off Colaba Causeway and opposite the Colaba police station).
Tel : +91 22 870 116

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