How much does a suit cost at THAO Atelier?
No reviewer quotes a figure for Thao Atelier. They describe prices as very affordable and very fair for the quality, and one calls them the best prices in Hoi An. Another says you can ask for a lower price than the first quote, especially on a larger order.
Ask for a quote per piece and per fabric, and negotiate if you are ordering several items. For typical figures across town, see the Hoi An tailor prices guide.
How long does THAO Atelier take?
Thao Atelier works fast. One customer's three 3-piece suits and three shirts were finished in about 2 days with one alteration fitting; another had a suit and two dresses, with a consultation and two fittings, in 24 hours. A dress copied from a Pinterest picture was ready to try on the next day, and one reviewer had everything done during a day trip to Hoi An.
Expect one or two fittings. Adjustments are part of the process, sometimes made on the spot, and no reviewer mentions paying extra for them. Reviews do not mention hotel delivery or shipping abroad.
What 58 reviews of THAO Atelier mention most
Praised
- Friendly, patient staff41% here · 59% across Hoi An24 of 58
- Quality of the finished clothes36% here · 46% across Hoi An21 of 58
- Careful fittings, fit right29% here · 40% across Hoi An17 of 58
- Fast turnaround28% here · 41% across Hoi An16 of 58
- Good advice on style and fabric17% here · 22% across Hoi An10 of 58
- Good value for the price10% here · 26% across Hoi An6 of 58
- Copied a garment or photo well9% here · 8% across Hoi An5 of 58
- Wide choice of fabric7% here · 8% across Hoi An4 of 58
Complaints and caveats
None of the 58 reviews raises a complaint.
Counted from the 58 most recent Google and TripAdvisor reviews of THAO Atelier; 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 THAO Atelier and what they paid
| Order | Paid | Ready in | Fittings | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three three-piece suits and three shirts | — | basically 2 days | 1 | |
| A suit and two dresses | — | consultation and both fittings within 24 hours | 2 | |
| A suede jacket and a blazer | — | 24 hours | — | |
| A dress copied from a Pinterest picture | — | try-on the next day, taken home the same visit | — | |
| A dress made from a photo | — | within a day trip to Hoi An | — |
As reported in individual reviews, in the currency the customer used.
What customers say about THAO Atelier
Ha and Lisa were amazing helping me and wife with everything from some quick alterations, to creating a new dress based off a dress my wife already had and loved, to a full custom suit for myself! Everything was done quickly and beautifully. The details and fit of my suit are superb!
Quoted from recent Google reviews, as written — critical ones included.
Complaints to know before visiting THAO Atelier
- One of 60 Google reviews (3-star, a day ago) gives no detail beyond 'Shame that I couldn't give more than three'.
Who THAO Atelier is best for
Thao Atelier suits couples, groups and solo travelers who want suits, shirts, dresses, linen, silk, ao dai, blazers, coats, leather pieces or copies of their own clothes, and who like to shape the design with the staff. Reviewers say the team spent over an hour helping them refine ideas. Besides Thuy, names that come up include Ha, Yen, Lisa, Mimi, Vy, Van, Ut, Julie, Linh and Lye.
The one three-star review listed above gives no explanation, so there is little to warn about.
- Thuynamed in 43 reviews · working alongside each consultant on fittings and detail
- Hanamed in 9 reviews · advice on colours and design, suits made in short time
- Lisanamed in 8 reviews · suits, and a suede jacket and blazer in 24 hours
- Yennamed in 8 reviews · attention to fit and a colour recommendation for a silk ao dai
- Miminamed in 6 reviews · suits and advice on the best fit for body shape
- Vannamed in 5 reviews · patient help choosing fabrics and details
- Lyenamed in 5 reviews · copying dresses from a photo and bringing ideas to life
- Vynamed in 4 reviews · knowing what will look good on a person
Before you order at THAO Atelier
- Several reviewers call the shop Blue Chic Tailor, so look for that name as well as Thao when you search the old town.
- The shop keeps booklets with pictures of different garments, which one customer used for ideas alongside their own photos.
- One customer said you can ask for less than the first quote, especially on a larger order.
- Short visits can work here. One visitor on a day trip to Hoi An had a dress made from a photo before leaving.
- Most customers are looked after by two people: a consultant such as Ha, Lisa or Yen, together with Thuy, who is named in 43 of the 58 reviews here.
Real photos from THAO Atelier customers
Posted publicly by customers with their Google or TripAdvisor reviews of THAO Atelier; 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.
THAO Atelier compared with nearby tailors in Hoi An
If THAO Atelier isn't right for you, these are the closest alternatives, with what their customers reported.
| Tailor | Distance | Suit | Ready in | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THAO Atelier | — | — | Next day | 4.9 (110) |
| Milan Linen Clothings & Custom Tailoring | 900 m | — | 24–48 hours | 4.9 (612) |
| Bigo The Tailor | 920 m | — | 4–6 hours | 5.0 (420) |
| Faifoo tailor | 930 m | — | 24–48 hours | 5.0 (323) |
| Beri -The Tailor | 930 m | — | 24–48 hours | 5.0 (638) |
| Be Be Tailor 2 | 940 m | — | 24–48 hours | 4.9 (2,652) |
| The Rô Tailor Hoi An | 940 m | — | Same day | 5.0 (71) |
How to get to THAO Atelier
THAO Atelier 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 +84901922345.
Grab drivers work from the Vietnamese address. Copy it, paste it into the Grab app as your destination, or show it to the driver.
THAO Atelier: frequently asked questions
Is Thao Atelier the same as Blue Chic Tailor?
Yes. Most reviewers still refer to Thao Atelier as Blue Chic Tailor. The shop is at 03 Phan Bội Châu in Hoi An, 0.4 km from the centre, with a 4.9 rating from 110 Google reviews.
How fast is Thao Atelier in Hoi An?
Very fast, going by reviews. At Thao Atelier a suit and two dresses were done in 24 hours with two fittings, and three 3-piece suits plus three shirts took about 2 days. One reviewer had everything made during a day trip.
Do I need to book Thao Atelier?
No. Reviewers walked into Thao Atelier off the street while exploring the old town, and nobody mentions needing an appointment. Expect the staff to spend time with you on the design.
