Unless you’re a whiz on the sewing machine, everyone needs a go-to tailor or seamstress. It’s easy for the little things, but if you’re looking to make a suit or copy a few of your favourite dresses, these are the experts we trust.
Iris Tailor
Unlike many other tailors, the attention to detail and fit of the clothes at Iris Tailor is impeccable. The couple who runs the store is known for their menswear, so you can tailor a brand new suit, alter store-bought jackets, taper your pants/jeans and more. Look for Nani, who has years of experience! Keep in mind they do get very busy at times so be prepared to wait for last-minute work.
Iris Tailor, #01-102 Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Road, Singapore 238863, p. 9649 6047. Open Mon-Sat 1-9pm.
Valens Couture
Formerly known as Ted Collection, they do made to measure evening gowns, cheongsams, and wedding dresses. We promise you won’t regret it, as they come out with lovely creations that will garner you tons of compliments.
Valens Couture, #01-1162 Blk 239 Yishun Ring Road, Singapore 760239, p. 6257 1008. Open daily 10am-8pm.
My Singapore Tailor
The service of Master Tailor David, and his wife, Mastress Tailor Harsha is undisputed. They have a wide range of quality menswear and womenswear styles and designs to choose from, like tuxedo, dinner, and black tie suits, overcoats, and pants for men, and pant or skirt suits, evening dresses, blouses, and even Chinese jackets for women.
My Singapore Tailor, #02-15 Concorde Hotel & Shopping Mall, 100 Orchard Road, Singpaore 238840, p. 6732 3004/9423 6784 (Master tailor). Open Mon-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-7pm.
Michelle’s Alteration
For a quick and no-fuss fix, this is your place. Michelle’s team of trained tailors can perform basic alterations in less than an hour. There’s also no extra charge for same day services, so if you need a hem shortened, or a patch job, you now know where to go!
Michelle’s Alteration, #03-126 Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Road, Singapore 228213, p. 6737 8238. Open Mon-Fri 11am-830pm, Sun 11am-830pm.
CYC
Focused on producing custom-made shirts for men and women, this is one business that guarantees to deliver quality and stylish workmanship. With over 1000 fabrics from mills that supply designer brands like Prada, Hugo Boss, and Zegna, and new fabrics that are brought in regularly according to the latest seasons colours and trends, you can be sure you won’t be left out of the fashion loop.
CYC, multiple outlets. See website for details.
Image: Iris Tailor