How much does a suit cost at Thao Silk Tailor?
One reviewer paid US$60 for an ao dai plus US$40 for matching pants, and US$215 in total for a three-piece suit including the vest. Most reviewers call the prices fabulous or reasonable, and one says they are very low for a westerner.
Two 1-star TripAdvisor reviews, from 2018 and 2015, say the shop charges a lot, one for a garment and one for cushion covers. See the Saigon tailor prices guide for comparison.
| What was ordered | What the customer paid |
|---|---|
| ao dai | One reviewer paid US$60 for an ao dai plus US$40 for matching pants. |
| three-piece suit | The same reviewer paid US$215 in total for a three-piece suit including the vest. |
Collected from recent reviews, not the shop's price list.
How long does Thao Silk Tailor take?
Thao is fast. Two dresses and a custom ao dai were ready in under 24 hours, a silk top took a day, and one reviewer who arrived two days before leaving Vietnam still got an ao dai. Often the pickup is the only fitting: one ao dai was right at the first check, and Thao makes sure everything fits before you leave.
Reviewers say she is very quick with adjustments. One customer in 2016 says their silk top would have been delivered to their hotel if they had not collected it.
What 19 reviews of Thao Silk Tailor mention most
Praised
- Careful fittings, fit right47% here · 30% across Saigon9 of 19
- Quality of the finished clothes37% here · 47% across Saigon7 of 19
- Fast turnaround32% here · 27% across Saigon6 of 19
- Wide choice of fabric21% here · 7% across Saigon4 of 19
- Friendly, patient staff21% here · 38% across Saigon4 of 19
- Good value for the price21% here · 19% across Saigon4 of 19
- Good with hard-to-fit bodies11% here · 1% across Saigon2 of 19
Complaints and caveats
- Pricier than other tailors11% here · 2% across Saigon2 of 19
- Stitching or fabric problems11% here · 3% across Saigon2 of 19
- Fit problems not fixed5% here · 2% across Saigon1 of 19
Counted from the 19 most recent Google and TripAdvisor reviews of Thao Silk Tailor; one review can mention several things. The mark on each bar is the share across 4,605 reviews of 109 tailors in Saigon.
What customers ordered at Thao Silk Tailor and what they paid
| Order | Paid | Ready in | Fittings | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ao dai, matching trousers and a three-piece suit | $60 for the ao dai, $40 for the trousers, $215 for the three-piece suit | — | — | |
| Ao dai | — | less than 24 hours | — | |
| Dress copied from a photo | — | less than 24 hours | — | |
| Teal silk top | — | a day | — | TripAdvisor |
As reported in individual reviews, in the currency the customer used.
What customers say about Thao Silk Tailor
Love my experience here! The owner of the shop is so kind and tailored my dress very quickly.
I would definitely recommend this place! I showed her a picture of what I wanted and she made it exactly as the picture showed. Tons of fabric options. The dress was ready in less than 24 hours. The only thing I regret is not getting more things made!
Quoted from recent Google reviews, as written — critical ones included.
Complaints to know before visiting Thao Silk Tailor
- 1 of 19 reviews (1★, TripAdvisor, 2018) says the shop charges a lot, took poor measurements and used unsuitable materials.
- 1 of 19 reviews (1★, TripAdvisor, 2015) ordered cushion covers that came lined on one side only and patched at the front, and says the shop did not respond to the complaint.
Who Thao Silk Tailor is best for
Thao Silk Tailor suits women, solo travelers and families looking for an ao dai, a dress made from a photo, silk or linen pieces, or a suit. Walk-ins are seen right away. One plus-size reviewer says she never felt judged, and one family had a tuxedo made from measurements for a son with Down's syndrome.
The complaints above are few and old. The 2018 one was about poor measuring, so check measurements and fabric before anything is cut.
- Thaonamed in 4 reviews · quick adjustments and listening to what customers want
Before you order at Thao Silk Tailor
- Ao dai can be turned around fast: one customer who came in two days before leaving Vietnam had one made in under 24 hours, with a wide choice of patterned and sparkly fabrics.
- The shop is narrow and easy to miss, with a green and maroon sign on the way to Ben Thanh market.
- Some embroidered pieces are ready to wear: one customer bought a lined linen dress with flower embroidery that fit without alterations.
- Clothes get far better reports than homeware: a 2015 order of cushion covers came lined on one side only and patched at the front.
- Customers who struggle to find clothes that fit report good results: a tall, plus-size customer never felt judged here, and a tuxedo was made for a teenager with Down's syndrome and a size 18 neck.
Real photos from Thao Silk Tailor customers
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Thao Silk Tailor compared with nearby tailors in Saigon
If Thao Silk Tailor isn't right for you, these are the closest alternatives, with what their customers reported.
| Tailor | Distance | Suit | Ready in | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thao Silk Tailor | — | — | 24 hours | 4.9 (122) |
| CHUONGTAILOR May Vest Sài Gòn-409 Nguyễn Đình Chiểu Q3 | 990 m | — | — | 4.7 (35) |
| Cò Lả Tailor | 13 min walk | — | 10 days | 5.0 (21) |
| Phuong Tailor | Steps away | — | 24 hours | 5.0 (26) |
| Truc Lam Tailor | 110 m | about $150 | 24–48 hours | 4.8 (81) |
| Cao Bespoke | 250 m | — | — | 5.0 (9) |
| Juan’s tailor Sài Gòn | 320 m | — | — | 4.9 (28) |
How to get to Thao Silk Tailor
Thao Silk Tailor is at Bùi Viện, an easy walk from the city centre — 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 +84903994331.
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 Silk Tailor: frequently asked questions
How much is an ao dai at Thao Silk Tailor?
One reviewer paid US$60 for an ao dai and US$40 for matching pants at Thao Silk Tailor in Saigon. The same reviewer paid US$215 for a three-piece suit with vest.
Can Thao Silk Tailor make an ao dai in a day?
Yes, according to reviewers. At Thao Silk Tailor, two dresses and a custom ao dai were ready in under 24 hours, and one customer who arrived two days before flying out still got an ao dai.
Is Thao Silk Tailor good for plus sizes?
Reviewers say so. One plus-size customer of Thao Silk Tailor says she never felt judged and that Thao was excited to help, and another says she really listens to what you want.
