How much does a suit cost at May?
No reviewer quotes a figure for May. They describe the prices as good and fair.
The fabric is bought separately, at a nearby shop she takes you to. A 50% deposit is taken once the fabric is chosen. One reviewer got a quote for an alteration over WhatsApp before dropping the piece off. For typical figures across the city, see the Hanoi tailor prices guide.
How long does May take?
One couple had three linen pieces made in 2 days from reference photos, for a partner who is 2 metres tall. Other reviewers say their clothes were ready a few days after the fabric trip.
One reviewer had a pair of trousers taken in after collection, and May dropped them off at the hotel. No reviewer mentions shipping abroad.
What 10 reviews of May mention most
Praised
- Quality of the finished clothes40% here · 50% across Hanoi4 of 10
- Friendly, patient staff30% here · 36% across Hanoi3 of 10
- Good value for the price20% here · 20% across Hanoi2 of 10
- Copied a garment or photo well20% here · 4% across Hanoi2 of 10
Counted from the 10 most recent Google and TripAdvisor reviews of May; one review can mention several things. The mark on each bar is the share across 3,254 reviews of 73 tailors in Hanoi.
What customers ordered at May and what they paid
| Order | Paid | Ready in | Fittings | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three linen pieces from reference photos for a very tall customer | — | 2 days | — | |
| A copy of a favourite linen blouse | — | a few days | — |
As reported in individual reviews, in the currency the customer used.
What customers say about May
Amazing tailor and seamstress! I'm so happy I order two dresses instead of just one, as the results were amazing! I can see myself using then all the time. She works with linen, which I love.
Quoted from recent Google reviews, as written — critical ones included.
Who May is best for
May suits solo travelers and couples who want linen or silk dresses, blouses, trousers or shirts, especially if you bring a garment or a photo to copy. It also works for tall people who struggle to find clothes that fit. Reviewers say Trang speaks good English.
No reviewer gives a price figure, so ask for a quote before you pay the deposit. The reviews do not mention suits, so look elsewhere for tailoring of that kind.
- Maynamed in 4 reviews · linen work, copies and taking customers to choose fabric
- Trangnamed in 2 reviews · dressmaking and walking customers to a nearby fabric shop
Before you order at May
- Fabric is not chosen in the shop: you are walked to a fabric seller a few streets away to pick it, so leave time for that trip.
- The shop is tucked away at the end of a quiet alley in the Old Quarter.
- Linen is the speciality, and copying a garment you already own works well here: one customer had a favourite linen blouse reproduced.
- One customer paid a 50% deposit when ordering a copy of a linen blouse and collected it a few days later.
- Alterations can be priced over WhatsApp before you drop the piece off; one customer had a dress turned into a skirt this way.
Real photos from May customers
Posted publicly by customers with their Google or TripAdvisor reviews of May; they belong to the people who took them. If one is yours and you'd rather it wasn't here, email janusaimaagency@gmail.com and it comes down.
May compared with nearby tailors in Hanoi
If May isn't right for you, these are the closest alternatives, with what their customers reported.
| Tailor | Distance | Suit | Ready in | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | — | — | 2 days | 5.0 (93) |
| Hue's Tailor | 170 m | — | — | 5.0 (39) |
| CleverGent: Suit Tailoring & Rental Service | 170 m | — | 3–4 days | 4.9 (187) |
| Duc Nhan Tailor | 190 m | $250–350 | 2 days | 4.9 (1,505) |
| Chuyén May Thòi Trang | 210 m | — | — | 4.8 (17) |
| DANVA BESPOKE SUIT TAILOR SHOP | 250 m | about $250 | 2–4 days | 4.8 (120) |
| Nhà Sửa Chữa Y Phục Hòa. Tailor and clothing repair. Alteration.. | 400 m | — | Same day | 4.6 (175) |
How to get to May
MAY is at P. Đường Thành, an easy walk from the Old Quarter — the map above has the exact spot. If a driver or a tout tells you it's "closed today", it isn't: that's a commission pitch. You can call ahead on +84932356933.
Grab drivers work from the Vietnamese address. Copy it, paste it into the Grab app as your destination, or show it to the driver.
May: frequently asked questions
How does May tailor in Hanoi work?
At May, Trang walks you to a nearby fabric shop to choose the cloth, takes your full measurements and asks for a 50% deposit. You come back a few days later to collect.
Can May copy a dress I already own?
Yes. Reviewers had favourite dresses and a linen blouse reproduced at May, and others brought photos of the style they wanted.
