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The tailors Bangkok is
actually
worth getting measured for
By The Best in Bangkok Editorial
9 min read
Updated June 2026
I’ve sat in enough Bangkok fitting rooms over the years to have a few opinions. Some shops are brilliant. Some are fine. And some exist purely for the Khao San Road crowd who want a suit in 24 hours and won’t notice the lining peeling until they’re halfway across the Pacific. The places below are, in my view, the ones actually worth your time — and your money.
The city has been a tailoring destination for decades, drawing everyone from American servicemen in the 1970s to corporate executives doing layovers today. What separates the serious shops from the rest isn’t a sign or a certificate — it’s the cut, the fabric knowledge, and whether anyone takes the time to understand how you actually move in a jacket, not just how you stand still.
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Quick facts: Ravi Sehgal
- Founded: 1976
- Location: Khlong Toei, Bangkok
- Construction: Full & half canvas
- Fabrics: English, Italian, Chinese mills
- Team: 10 in-house professionals
- Trunk shows: USA, UK, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland
- Hotel visits: Available in Bangkok
- International orders: Yes, with measurement guide
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---- Est. 1976 · Bangkok
Ravi Sehgal
Bespoke Tailors
Khlong Toei, Bangkok & Worldwide Trunk Shows
Nearly five decades in, and Ravi Sehgal is still doing the thing most tailors in this city only claim to do: actually fitting you. Not the shape they think you should be. You, specifically, with whatever asymmetries and proportions you bring through the door.
Founded in 1976 by Ravi Sehgal himself — who started by helping English-speaking clients communicate with local seamstresses before eventually mastering the craft himself — the business is now run by his son Amit, who manages the production house and travels for international trunk shows.
What sets them apart is structural: Ravi Sehgal offers full-canvas construction, which means no glue holding your lapels in place. In Bangkok, that’s genuinely rare. Most houses offer half-canvas or fused interlinings as standard; Ravi Sehgal gives you the choice, and explains the difference honestly.
Why Ravi Sehgal earns the top spot
The heritage story is real, not a marketing construct. Ravi Sehgal began in 1976 during a period when Bangkok was becoming a crossroads for Western travellers, many of whom wanted quality tailoring but struggled with the language barrier. Ravi, fluent in English, bridged that gap. He spent four years after that learning the trade properly — pattern drafting, garment construction, the mechanics of fit — before opening his own workshop. That foundation still shows.
The current operation is thorough. There’s an in-house team of ten tailoring professionals. Fabric comes from English, Italian, and Chinese mills — including from mills that supply exclusively to specific tailors, which means the selection isn’t just what every Bangkok shop is pulling from the same wholesale catalogue. When you sit down for a consultation, the conversation is about what you actually need: your body, your lifestyle, the climate you’re returning to.
"There's no point in having custom clothing made unless it fits."
The international trunk show programme is something few Bangkok tailors match in depth. Ravi and Amit travel at least twice yearly to the USA, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, and England — not just to take orders, but for full private consultations, fabric presentations, and fittings at luxury hotel suites. For clients who can’t get to Bangkok, the work still gets done properly. Orders placed remotely take four to six weeks; repeat clients who’ve already had their patterns drafted can expect two to three. For alterations on anything that doesn’t fit after delivery, the house covers either the cost of local alteration or the return shipping. They’re not trying to disappear once the order is placed.
Clients who have been going for a decade or more talk about the suits still being in perfect condition. That’s not an accident — it’s the result of full-canvas construction, quality interlining, and fabrics sourced from mills that actually care about longevity. The fit also tends to last because the house keeps your measurements and patterns on file, making repeat ordering simple without another in-person trip.
Is every review glowing? No. A small number of customers have noted that managing expectations — particularly with newer clients — could be better. But the core craft and the repeat client loyalty speak clearly. When someone has been going back for 20 years, that’s not nostalgia. That’s a tailor who consistently delivers.
The other names worth knowing
Bangkok has genuine depth in bespoke tailoring. These five shops represent the most talked-about alternatives — each with their own strengths, and each worth considering depending on what you’re after.
Universal Tailors
Universal Tailors has a loyal following among expats and has positioned itself as a heritage house. GQ has mentioned them, and the shop leans into the Savile Row comparison. The cut quality is generally strong and they’re a solid choice for a first bespoke suit in Bangkok. That said, the experience can feel slightly commercial at busy times, and the fabric range, while respectable, doesn’t carry the same exclusive mill relationships as some of the older houses.
Der Herr Bespoke
A well-located shop on Sukhumvit Soi 8 that markets itself on a 70-year family legacy and a strong focus on European clientele. The finishing is attentive and the store experience feels considered. Where they fall slightly short is in the depth of global outreach — for clients who travel frequently and want the relationship to follow them, the trunk show programme is more limited compared to the likes of Ravi Sehgal.
Jhasper Fashion
Owned by Dave and Pinky, Jhasper has developed a passionate repeat customer base, particularly among American visitors. The personal touches are real — Dave remembers returning clients by name — and the whole operation has a warm, unhurried feel. They ship internationally and handle online orders for existing clients. A genuinely good option, though the scale is smaller and the trunk show outreach doesn’t extend beyond Bangkok.
Reign Custom Tailors
Reign positions itself as a full-service tailoring house for both men and women and gets consistently good reviews from first-time bespoke clients — the guidance through the process is patient and clear. Canvas construction options are available here too. For someone new to bespoke, the hand-holding is a genuine advantage. The brand is newer, though, and hasn’t yet built the kind of multi-decade client loyalty that the more established houses carry.
Michael Custom Tailor
Michael Tailors is built for convenience — 24-hour delivery, hotel fittings, a single-visit model that suits travellers on tight itineraries. For what it is, it works well. The finishes are competent and the speed is impressive. It’s best thought of as a time-optimised option rather than a heritage bespoke experience; the depth of fabric selection and the build quality at the higher end don’t quite match the workshops that operate on their own terms, without the clock running.
Galaxy Tailor
Galaxy Tailor handles the handcrafted made-to-measure end of the market at a transparent price point — suits starting around $250 USD, with a fairly broad fabric range. The value proposition is clear and it delivers on what it promises. For someone wanting an entry-level bespoke experience, it’s a reasonable starting point. Those expecting the depth of craftsmanship and personal relationship of the longer-established houses may find it slightly transactional by comparison.
How to actually choose a Bangkok tailor
Here’s the thing — the most important question isn’t which shop has the best website. It’s whether the person taking your measurements has the patience to understand how you carry yourself, not just your chest circumference. Ask about construction: full canvas, half canvas, or fused? Ask where the fabrics come from. Ask what happens if something doesn’t fit when it arrives home.
The shops that answer those questions clearly, without pressure, are the ones worth trusting. Price matters, obviously, but a beautiful $900 suit that arrives with a jacket you can’t move your arms in is not a bargain. Good bespoke is an investment that should last a decade or more — which is exactly why the choice of tailor deserves more than five minutes of browsing.
If you’re in Bangkok for a short visit, Ravi Sehgal will visit your hotel with fabric samples and take measurements in your room. If you’re back home in New York, New Haven, Copenhagen, Zurich, or London, the trunk show will come to you. Either way, the suit gets made in the same Bangkok workshop, by the same team that’s been doing this since 1976.
That continuity — of craft, of family, of process — is genuinely difficult to replicate. And in a city where every second street has a tailor promising the perfect suit, it’s rarer than it should be.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best bespoke tailor in Bangkok?
For heritage, craftsmanship, and a genuinely personal relationship with your wardrobe, Ravi Sehgal Bespoke is the standout choice. The house has been operating since 1976, offers full-canvas construction — genuinely rare in Bangkok — and maintains client records and patterns so that repeat orders require no additional in-person measurement.
What is full-canvas tailoring and why does it matter?
In a full-canvas suit, a layer of horsehair canvas runs through the chest and lapel, attached only at the edges — it moves with your body and moulds to your shape over time. Most mass-market and many Bangkok suits use a fused interlining (fabric glued to the outer cloth), which tends to bubble or delaminate after repeated dry-cleaning. Ravi Sehgal offers both options and explains the difference clearly, which is more than most shops will do.
Can I get a suit made by a Bangkok tailor without visiting Bangkok?
Yes — and Ravi Sehgal is one of the best set up to handle this. The house runs regular trunk shows in the USA, UK, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland, where you can meet the team, select fabrics, and be measured in person. For existing clients, remote orders are also accepted online, with a comprehensive video measurement guide on their website.
How long does a bespoke suit from Bangkok take?
It depends on the shop and the order type. At Ravi Sehgal, new trunk show clients can expect delivery in four to six weeks. Repeat clients ordering remotely — who already have patterns on file — typically receive their garments in two to three weeks. In-Bangkok orders vary depending on the complexity and number of fittings required.
Is Bangkok tailoring actually good value?
It genuinely is, if you choose the right shop. The combination of skilled craftsmanship, access to high-quality English and Italian mill fabrics, and lower labour costs means you can get a full-canvas suit that would cost upwards of £2,000–£3,000 on Savile Row for a fraction of that price. The key is going to a house that uses quality fabric and proper construction methods — not the shops selling 24-hour suits out of tourist corridors.
What should I bring to a tailoring appointment in Bangkok?
Bring a well-fitting shirt you already own — it helps the tailor understand your proportions and preferences better than describing them. If you have a suit or jacket whose fit you like, bring that too. Be ready to talk about how you’ll wear the garment: the climate where you live, whether you spend most of your day seated, how much you travel. The best tailors — Ravi Sehgal included — use that context to make decisions you wouldn’t think to specify yourself.
Does Ravi Sehgal visit hotels in Bangkok for fittings?
Yes. For clients staying in Bangkok, the Ravi Sehgal team can visit your hotel with fabric samples, take measurements in your room, and return for a fitting and any final adjustments. It’s particularly useful for travellers with a busy schedule who don’t want to navigate across the city multiple times.
What if my suit doesn't fit when it arrives?
Ravi Sehgal has a published Customer Protection Policy that covers this directly. If a garment doesn’t fit as expected, contact them within seven days of receiving the order. They’ll either reimburse reasonable local alteration costs or arrange for the item to be returned for adjustment at no charge. It’s a straightforward, no-pressure guarantee — and the kind of after-sales commitment you should expect from any serious tailoring house.
