How much does a suit cost at 45 Thu Tailor?
Suits at 45 Thu cost US$120 to US$180: a three-piece suit came to US$180, a premium wool suit US$135, and three suits ordered together US$120 each. Shirts cost US$35 to US$40, and a rush dress made in two days cost US$80. One larger order of three pure silk dresses plus an ao dai set came to about US$600 as a bundle.
Payment is cash only, according to several reviews. Nobody mentions bargaining, though ordering several pieces at once brings bundle prices.
| What was ordered | What the customer paid |
|---|---|
| suit | $120–180 (three-piece suit $180; premium wool suit $135; three suits ordered together $120 each) |
| shirt | $35–40 |
| dress | $80 (2-day rush dress) |
| silk dress / ao dai bundle | ~$600 for 3 pure silk dresses plus one ao dai set (bundle price, not broken down per item) |
Collected from recent reviews, not the shop's price list.
How long does 45 Thu Tailor take?
A full order at 45 Thu usually takes two to three days with fittings in between, often with a first fitting the day after you order and final adjustments the day after that. Simple pieces have come out the same day or the next morning, and one order of more than ten garments was finished in 48 hours.
Expect one to three fittings depending on the size of the order. Reviewers describe unlimited alteration rounds until they were happy. One tailor offered to deliver to a customer's hotel, and another customer had clothes shipped to the US through the shop's shipping partner at a reasonable price.
What 60 reviews of 45 Thu Tailor mention most
Praised
- Friendly, patient staff67% here · 59% across Hoi An40 of 60
- Careful fittings, fit right55% here · 40% across Hoi An33 of 60
- Quality of the finished clothes50% here · 46% across Hoi An30 of 60
- Good advice on style and fabric45% here · 22% across Hoi An27 of 60
- Fast turnaround40% here · 41% across Hoi An24 of 60
- Good value for the price37% here · 26% across Hoi An22 of 60
- No pressure to buy12% here · 7% across Hoi An7 of 60
- Staff speak good English7% here · 3% across Hoi An4 of 60
Complaints and caveats
- Pricier than other tailors2% here · 2% across Hoi An1 of 60
Counted from the 60 most recent Google and TripAdvisor reviews of 45 Thu Tailor; one review can mention several things. The mark on each bar is the share across 11,366 reviews of 170 tailors in Hoi An.
What customers ordered at 45 Thu Tailor and what they paid
| Order | Paid | Ready in | Fittings | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three suits and two shirts | $120 per suit; shirts $35 and $40 | ordered Thursday, first fitting Friday morning, finished Saturday morning | 2 | |
| Wool suit | $135 (£100) | 3 days | — | |
| Three-piece suit for a graduation | $180 | first fitting after 24 hours, collected the day after | 1 | |
| Three pure silk dresses and an ao dai set | about $600 USD | ordered Wednesday, fitting Friday morning, ready Friday evening | 1 | |
| Dress with several layers | 80 USD in total | 2 days | — | |
| Jumpsuit and long skirt | — | 5 hours | — | |
| Grey suit and black pants | — | 24 hours, first fitting and adjustments included | 1 | |
| More than 10 garments, including a linen suit and a pinstripe suit | — | 48 hours | — | |
| Two outfits each for two friends | — | 3 days | 2 | |
| Several pieces, then 6 more added after the first try-on | — | Friday evening to Monday evening | 2 |
As reported in individual reviews, in the currency the customer used.
What customers say about 45 Thu Tailor
Kieu was the sweetest. We had such a great time designing, picking out fabrics and trying them on once the design became reality.
An absolute dream experience! I had an absolutely wonderful experience getting custom clothes made at 45 Thu Tailor, and I cannot recommend them highly enough!
Quoted from recent Google reviews, as written — critical ones included.
Who 45 Thu Tailor is best for
45 Thu suits couples and groups who want a big choice of fabric and a patient tailor to guide them, especially for linen, silk, shirts and dresses. Reviewers praise staff who explain which fabrics work for which design, and it also handles plus sizes and ao dai.
Because the shop is big, you will be paired with one seamstress for the whole order; Tina, Luy, Lyn, Thao, Kieu and Ty are the names reviewers mention most. Bring enough cash, since cards are not accepted.
- Luynamed in 10 reviews · suggesting cuts and features, and offering hotel delivery
- Tinanamed in 9 reviews · advice on fabric for the climate and body type, and alterations
- Lynnamed in 8 reviews · patient help with fabrics, buttons and refining designs
- Thaonamed in 6 reviews · honest advice on fabric and design choices
- Kieunamed in 4 reviews · explaining which fabrics suit which design
- Tynamed in 4 reviews · patient fittings on challenging designs
- Tamnamed in 4 reviews · a quick process and as many alterations as needed
- Kimnamed in 3 reviews · fluent English and careful fittings
Before you order at 45 Thu Tailor
- Bring cash: one customer notes the shop accepts cash only, and another paid a cash deposit when the designs were agreed.
- If you are unsure about fabrics, ask for Kieu; reviewers say she explains why some fabrics should not be used for certain clothes and which ones suit each design.
- If you cannot carry everything home, the shop works with a shipping company; one customer had a full order sent to the United States and found the shipping price reasonable.
- While you wait for final adjustments, the banh mi shop made famous by Anthony Bourdain is about half a block away.
- Prices are open to some negotiation: one customer advises asking for a better deal.
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45 Thu Tailor compared with nearby tailors in Hoi An
If 45 Thu Tailor isn't right for you, these are the closest alternatives, with what their customers reported.
| Tailor | Distance | Suit | Ready in | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Thu Tailor | — | $120–180 | 2–3 days | 5.0 (14,049) |
| BeBe Tailor | 70 m | about $275 | 24–48 hours | 4.9 (7,132) |
| “Ms. An” No. 90 Tailor Inside Hoi An Cloth Market | 130 m | — | 1–3 hours | 4.7 (103) |
| Red Apple Tailor | 140 m | — | 2–4 hours | 4.5 (191) |
| Be Loan Tailor Hoi An | 140 m | — | 3 hours | 4.9 (15) |
| TaTa Tailor (The counter No.05 Inside Hoi An Fabric Market) | 150 m | — | 3–24 hours | 4.8 (160) |
| Sunny Tailor ( shop vải Hoa Nắng ) | 150 m | — | 24–48 hours | 4.9 (135) |
How to get to 45 Thu Tailor
45 Thu Tailor is at Hoàng Diệu, an easy walk from the Ancient Town — 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 +84905466755.
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45 Thu Tailor: frequently asked questions
How much is a suit at 45 Thu Tailor?
US$120 to US$180 according to recent reviews: US$180 for a three-piece, US$135 for a premium wool suit, and US$120 each when three were ordered together. Shirts cost US$35 to US$40.
Does 45 Thu Tailor take cards?
No. Several reviewers say it is cash only, so bring enough for the full order.
How long does 45 Thu Tailor take?
Usually two to three days with fittings in between. Simple pieces have been ready the same day, and large orders within 48 hours.
