How much does a suit cost at CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made?
In an older review, a couple paid US$265 in total for a three-piece cashmere-wool suit, two shirts and a silk-and-lace formal dress, with a silk tie included. More recent figures come from two unhappy customers: one paid US$90 for a dress and US$50 for trousers that another shop priced at US$35, and another was asked US$55 for a skirt from the display window and found no room to negotiate.
Most reviewers call the prices very reasonable for the quality, and one says the shop was open that cheaper options exist nearby. See the Hoi An tailor prices guide.
| What was ordered | What the customer paid |
|---|---|
| dress | one reviewer paid US$90 for a dress (2★, calls it too high); a display-window skirt was offered at US$55 (1★, not made to measure) |
| trousers | one reviewer paid US$50 for a pair of trousers and says another shop charged US$35 |
| bundle | one reviewer paid US$265 in total for a three-piece cashmere-wool suit, two shirts and a silk-and-lace formal dress, with a silk tie thrown in (review from about 7 years ago) |
Collected from recent reviews, not the shop's price list.
How long does CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made take?
Within 24 hours is normal at Ca Li 1. One reviewer had two shirts and a jacket in a few hours, while one counts 48 hours including a fitting and a couple suggest allowing at least two days. Usually there is one fitting the next day, with minor changes finished that evening or the following day; a three-piece suit took two fittings.
Small adjustments come at no extra charge, such as a sleeve fixed while the customer had dinner. One reviewer was offered delivery to Da Nang, and a US couple was offered shipping to the USA if the clothes did not fit in their luggage.
What 51 reviews of CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made mention most
Praised
- Quality of the finished clothes63% here · 46% across Hoi An32 of 51
- Fast turnaround53% here · 41% across Hoi An27 of 51
- Friendly, patient staff49% here · 59% across Hoi An25 of 51
- Careful fittings, fit right37% here · 40% across Hoi An19 of 51
- Good value for the price29% here · 26% across Hoi An15 of 51
- Good advice on style and fabric16% here · 22% across Hoi An8 of 51
- Wide choice of fabric14% here · 8% across Hoi An7 of 51
- Copied a garment or photo well12% here · 8% across Hoi An6 of 51
Complaints and caveats
- Pricier than other tailors6% here · 2% across Hoi An3 of 51
- Fit problems not fixed4% here · 1% across Hoi An2 of 51
- Stitching or fabric problems4% here · 2% across Hoi An2 of 51
- Rude or dismissive staff4% here · 1% across Hoi An2 of 51
- Made differently from what was asked2% here · 1% across Hoi An1 of 51
Counted from the 51 most recent Google and TripAdvisor reviews of CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made; 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 CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made and what they paid
| Order | Paid | Ready in | Fittings | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three-piece cashmere and wool suit, two shirts and a silk and cotton lace formal dress, with a silk tie as a gift | $265 in total | — | 2 | |
| One dress and one pair of trousers | $90 for the dress, $50 for the trousers | — | — | |
| Wedding-guest dress copied from a photo | — | 24 hours | — | |
| Two skirts, one copied from the customer's own and one from Instagram photos | — | ready to try on within 24 hours, alteration done the following day | 1 | |
| Crepe trousers with a matching top, plus a silk top | — | 48 hours including a fitting | 1 | |
| Silk dress for a wedding | — | within 24 hours | — | |
| Four men's shirts and two women's shirts | — | overnight | — | |
| Two bamboo cotton shirts and a jacket | — | a few hours | — | |
| Extra pieces added to an order of a suit, shirts, dresses, skirts and an ao dai | — | ordered in the afternoon, ready the next morning | — |
As reported in individual reviews, in the currency the customer used.
What customers say about CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made
I can’t put into words have absolutely talented these women are. They are so helpful with the entire process of designing your dream fits and then turning it into a beautiful final product.
I highly recommend this service. I had two customized shirts and one jacket made, and they were completed within a day, actually in just a few hours. I chose bamboo cotton, which is exceptionally comfortable. Unfortunately, I forgot to take photos, but I will return when I next visit Hoi An.
I had 2 Skirts made. One a direct copy from a skirt I already owned, and one from pictures off instagram. Both came out great. Since I knew what I wanted the service was super fast.
Quoted from recent Google reviews, as written — critical ones included.
Complaints to know before visiting CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made
- 2 of 52 reviews (1★ from 2 months ago, 3★ from 6 months ago) report men's jackets or suit coats that never fit properly despite multiple adjustments — one had buttons and zip reversed and uneven panels answered with 'it is too hard', the other went through 6+ adjustments and had it fixed in Saigon.
- 2 of 52 reviews (2★ and 1★, both from the past month) call the prices high for Hoi An — US$90 for a dress and US$50 for trousers versus US$35 elsewhere, and US$55 for a display-window skirt with no negotiation; the 1★ also describes the seamstress as unpleasant and the shop as smelling bad.
Who CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made is best for
Ca Li 1 suits couples, families, groups and wedding parties who want dresses, skirts, shirts, linen sets or a wedding-guest dress, especially copied from a photo or a garment you bring. Reviewers like the fabric choice and the absence of street touting or pressure to leave a review. Rose is named in a recent review; Amanda and Nicola in older ones.
For a man's tailored jacket or suit coat, read the complaints above first: two customers went through repeated adjustments without a good fit. Two low-rated reviews also find the prices high for Hoi An.
- Amandanamed in 3 reviews · knowledge of fashion and fitting, eye for detail
- Nicolanamed in 3 reviews · knowledge of fashion and fitting, eye for detail
Before you order at CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made
- Men's tailored jackets draw the complaints here: one customer had 6+ adjustments on a suit coat that still did not fit, and another found the buttons and zip of a men's jacket set the wrong way round.
- The staff will say when a design is wrong for you: one customer who asked for a longer jacket was firmly told the length would not suit, and the finished jacket was right.
- A dress on the mannequin can be made again to your measurements in another fabric: one customer did this and had the new dress in 24 hours, fitting at the first try.
- If your clothes will not fit in your luggage, ask about shipping: they offered one couple to send the order to the USA.
Real photos from CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made customers
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CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made compared with nearby tailors in Hoi An
If CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made isn't right for you, these are the closest alternatives, with what their customers reported.
| Tailor | Distance | Suit | Ready in | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made | — | — | Next day | 4.8 (64) |
| Thien Thi Tailor | Steps away | — | 24–48 hours | 5.0 (3,990) |
| THAO Atelier | Steps away | — | Next day | 4.9 (110) |
| Rainbow Tailor | 40 m | $200–300 | 24–72 hours | 5.0 (1,256) |
| Elite Tailor | 90 m | about $150 | 24–48 hours | 5.0 (127) |
| Se Se Tailor | 100 m | about $150 | 4–6 hours | 5.0 (1,333) |
| Remy Tailor Hoi An | 110 m | about $200 | 24–48 hours | 4.8 (246) |
How to get to CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made
CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made is at Phan Bội Châu, 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 +84905999421.
Grab drivers work from the Vietnamese address. Copy it, paste it into the Grab app as your destination, or show it to the driver.
CA LI 1 Custom Tailor Made: frequently asked questions
How fast is Ca Li 1 tailor in Hoi An?
Usually within 24 hours. More than a dozen reviewers of Ca Li 1 Custom Tailor Made had dresses, shirts or skirts ready the next day, and one got two shirts and a jacket in a few hours.
How much does a dress cost at Ca Li 1?
One reviewer paid US$90 for a dress at Ca Li 1 and found it high, and a display-window skirt was priced at US$55. Most reviewers still call the prices reasonable for the quality.
Is Ca Li 1 good for men's suits?
Results are mixed. In an older review a couple paid US$265 for a three-piece suit, two shirts and a dress, but two reviewers say men's jackets at Ca Li 1 never fitted despite several adjustments.
