Hong Kong has an absolute army of tailors, and the city is rightly famed for being able to stitch-up top quality suits, at bottom dollar prices. The best Hong Kong tailors range from backstreet dives to fine boutiques in five-star hotels, we have selected those that combine high quality bespoke service with value for money. Nevertheless, most of the below tailors are at the expensive end of the price scale. If this is your first time going for a fitting you might want to check out our
Top Six Tips When Buying a Suit first, for an insight on what to expect and some inside tips.
Punjab House
Once the tailor of choice for Hong Kong's British colonial masters, as well as the British military, Punjab House has over 100 years of suit making experience behind them, and the tailors have as big a following in the UK as they do in HK. Punjab produces some of best suits in town and while they don't come cheap, the superior quality makes their suits worth the investment. Famed for their friendly service, Punjab House is a good way to take the stress out of having a first-class suit made. Address: Flat C, 5/F., Golden Crown Court, 66-70 Nathan Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui.Jim's Tailor Workshop
Jim's may not receive the publicity of some of its more PR driven competitors, but they remain a firm favorite amongst Hong Kong expats and locals alike. Hong Kong's expats are a demanding lot and will easily take their money elsewhere, the fact that so many choose to keep their custom with Jim's is testament to the reliable and consistent service they offer. Address: Shop 37-38, 1/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Centre, Admiralty.Raja Fashions
Famed as much for his tailoring, as for his offbeat ads and larger than life personality, Raja's excellent service and value for money prices have seen the business double in size since the Hong Kong handover. Raja regularly makes tours of both the UK and the US and now has an established presence in both countries. Raja continues to guarantee the best service and quality, while his prices are generally more competitive than his rivals. Address: 34-C Cameron Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.Sam the Tailor a.k.a Sams
Probably Hong Kong's most famous tailor, Sam's can be said to get a mixed report card. Lauded by Time as the best tailor in Asia and tapped-up by celebrities from Bill Clinton to Pavarotti to turn out their suits, Sam's can undoubtedly sow together a first-class ensemble. However, a not small proportion of now ex-customers have reported high handed treatment if you aren't a mover and shaker or dripping with diamonds. First class suits, possibly not first class service. Address: 94 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.
