How much does a suit cost at Son Ca Tailors?
Few reviewers at Son Ca Tailors quote figures. One couple's order of three suits, two shirts, a dress and a jacket came to about A$700. Another customer paid US$100 when ordering a trouser suit and US$50 on receipt, about US$150 in total, and was unhappy with the result.
Most reviewers simply call the prices reasonable or good value. For typical figures in town, see the Hoi An tailor prices guide.
| What was ordered | What the customer paid |
|---|---|
| trouser suit | one customer paid $100 on order plus $50 on receipt (about $150 total), though the piece had quality problems |
| multi-item order | one couple's order of 3 suits, 2 shirts, a dress and a jacket for their aunt totaled about $700 AUD |
Collected from recent reviews, not the shop's price list.
How long does Son Ca Tailors take?
Most orders take 24 hours to two days. Reviewers report a men's jacket, a men's ao dai, a women's suit and a dress in 30 hours, three suits and two dresses in 24 hours, and a blouse in 4 hours. There is usually one fitting; a wool coat or a custom suit sometimes needs a second round, and adjustments carry no reported extra charge.
Son Ca keeps measurements on file for up to two years, so you can reorder by email or WhatsApp. One reviewer has had items shipped to their home in Canada.
What 90 reviews of Son Ca Tailors mention most
Praised
- Friendly, patient staff51% here · 59% across Hoi An46 of 90
- Quality of the finished clothes36% here · 46% across Hoi An32 of 90
- Careful fittings, fit right34% here · 40% across Hoi An31 of 90
- Fast turnaround31% here · 41% across Hoi An28 of 90
- Good value for the price30% here · 26% across Hoi An27 of 90
- Good advice on style and fabric23% here · 22% across Hoi An21 of 90
- Staff speak good English13% here · 3% across Hoi An12 of 90
- No pressure to buy11% here · 7% across Hoi An10 of 90
Complaints and caveats
- Stitching or fabric problems7% here · 2% across Hoi An6 of 90
- Made differently from what was asked4% here · 1% across Hoi An4 of 90
- Fit problems not fixed2% here · 1% across Hoi An2 of 90
- Pricier than other tailors1% here · 2% across Hoi An1 of 90
- Felt pushed to buy1% here · 1% across Hoi An1 of 90
Counted from the 90 most recent Google and TripAdvisor reviews of Son Ca Tailors; 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 Son Ca Tailors and what they paid
| Order | Paid | Ready in | Fittings | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two ao dai tops and one trouser set | 4 million VND, paid in cash | first thing in the morning to the evening of the same day, depending on how busy the shop is | — | |
| Two women's blazers | US$85 | — | — | |
| Three suits, two shirts, a dress and a jacket | around A$700 in total | — | — | TripAdvisor |
| Trouser suit with embroidery, made from a picture | $100 on ordering and $50 on collection | — | — | |
| Men's jacket, men's ao dai, women's suit and a dress | — | 30 hours | 1 | |
| Garments for two people | — | fitted at 4pm, collected at 2pm the next day | — | |
| Three suits and two dresses, then an extra blouse | — | 24 hours; the blouse in 4 hours | — | TripAdvisor |
| Mid-weight wool overcoat with shawl collar | — | measured on day one, fitting on day two, delivered to the hotel the next morning | 1 | |
| Suit, velvet blazer and coat | — | 24 hours | 1 | TripAdvisor |
| Traditional ao dai | — | delivered to the hotel the next day | — |
As reported in individual reviews, in the currency the customer used.
What customers say about Son Ca Tailors
Had an amazing experience in Son La Taylors. The lady receiving my order was super helpful and kind. Her English is very good so she recommended me a few styles that fit perfectly. Fabric is also a good quality and the dress looks great.
Minh is an exceptionally talented tailor. Her English is superb and she has a wonderful eye for design. I’ve been having clothes made at Son Ca for 7 years and have never been disappointed. I highly recommend Minh and her team!
Quoted from recent Google reviews, as written — critical ones included.
Complaints to know before visiting Son Ca Tailors
- 4 negative reviews across several years (1 star Feb 2020, 3 stars Sep 2018, 1 star Nov 2017, 1 star Jan 2016) describe quality or finishing problems on specific orders — silk that reviewers say wasn't genuine, crooked pockets and a backward strap on outsourced pieces, a trouser suit made to the wrong style with poor embroidery and no response to complaints, and bath robes that needed several visits and arguing to reach an acceptable standard.
Who Son Ca Tailors is best for
Son Ca Tailors suits couples, families, groups and business travelers who want ao dai, suits, wool coats or silk and linen dresses, and who value advice. Reviewers praise Minh's English and her eye for design, and one who has worn suits at work for more than 20 years trusted her advice on materials and fit.
It also works well if you want to reorder from home. Read the complaints above, all from 2016 to 2020, and check the fabric and finishing before you pay the balance.
- Minhnamed in 37 reviews · runs the shop; good English, design ideas and fabric choice, and fittings
Before you order at Son Ca Tailors
- Minh is the owner and has run the shop for well over a decade; reviewers ask for her by name for her English and her eye for design. The shop has two sites in the old town, and one customer met her at 127 Tran Phu Street.
- The shop keeps your measurements for two years, so you can order more clothes later by email or WhatsApp.
- Delivery is not limited to Hoi An: reviewers had pieces sent to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Germany, and one dress was delivered free of charge to a hotel in Da Nang.
- One reviewer's ao dai order was cash only, and another says the shop gives the best exchange rate in Hoi An. Bring cash, and ask what rate applies if you pay in another currency.
- The complaints that recur are about fabric: one buyer asked several times for 100% silk and received a mixed material, and another group got garments in fabrics different from the ones picked. The shop has handed a customer a fabric sample to take away, so ask for a swatch of what you chose and compare it at the first fitting.
Real photos from Son Ca Tailors customers
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Son Ca Tailors compared with nearby tailors in Hoi An
If Son Ca Tailors isn't right for you, these are the closest alternatives, with what their customers reported.
| Tailor | Distance | Suit | Ready in | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Son Ca Tailors | — | — | 24 hours | 4.7 (79) |
| OCHE Boutique | Steps away | — | 24–30 hours | 4.9 (132) |
| HAY HAY (Custom Tailoring) | 60 m | — | 24–48 hours | 5.0 (682) |
| Beri Tailor | 90 m | — | 18–24 hours | 5.0 (52) |
| Vanda Tailors | 110 m | $120–250 | 2–4 days | 4.8 (335) |
| Izi Tailor 2 | 140 m | — | 12 hours | 4.9 (120) |
| Pink Lotus Tailor | 150 m | about $200 | 2–5 days | 5.0 (2,446) |
How to get to Son Ca Tailors
SON CA TAILORS is at Trần Phú, 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 +84888017167.
Grab drivers work from the Vietnamese address. Copy it, paste it into the Grab app as your destination, or show it to the driver.
Son Ca Tailors: frequently asked questions
How long does Son Ca Tailors take?
Usually 24 hours to two days with one fitting. Reviewers of Son Ca Tailors report three suits and two dresses in 24 hours and a blouse in 4 hours.
Can I reorder from Son Ca Tailors after I leave Hoi An?
Yes. Son Ca Tailors keeps measurements for up to two years, so you can reorder by email or WhatsApp, and one reviewer has had clothes shipped to Canada.
Is Son Ca Tailors pushy?
Reviewers consistently describe Son Ca Tailors as unhurried and not pushy. The exception is a 1-star review from January 2016 about staff rushing customers out over a robe order.
