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The Top 5 Custom-Made Tailors in Manchester and Say Goodbye to Off-the-Rack Clothing!
In a world where online shopping and fast fashion are massively popular, finding clothing pieces that fit you perfectly is easier said than done. I’ve purchased stunning dresses that, unfortunately, didn’t hug me in the right places.
So when I’m needed at a formal event, there’s only one place I go to: a custom tailor I trust in the city centre. Nothing beats an outfit that properly fits your body, which you can customise any way you want to look more expensive than it actually is.
My team and I are finally sharing our favourite custom-made tailors in Manchester, where we pop in when we need fashion made for our style and bodies.
1. The Bespoke Tailor

Services: Bespoke men’s tailoring and personal styling
Address: Showrooms outside of Manchester, via in-home/in-office appointment
Contact: 07968 438 717 [email protected]
Hours: By appointment
| Google reviews score | 5/5 |
| Total reviews | 4/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
| Experience | 5/5 |
| Services | 4.3/5 |
| Clothing types | 4/5 |
| Fabric types | 5/5 |
| Clientele | 4/5 |
| Availability | 5/5 |
| Schedule | 5/5 |
| Timeline | 5/5 |
| Pricing(A higher score means better value) | 4/5 |
Nothing quite compares to a well-made, custom-tailored suit, which is exactly what The Bespoke Tailor offers. We couldn’t be more impressed with the quality of craftsmanship we’ve seen, where every man will leave looking dapper.
They specialise in structured garments, so they only work on men’s clothing. While it’s a shame the ladies cannot experience the high-end craftsmanship we’ve seen here, we appreciate that they stick to what they’re experienced in.
We were indeed taken by the luxury experience, from beginning to end. As a travelling tailor, they’ll drop by your house or office to take your exact measurements, with appointments taking as little as 10 minutes to over 2 hours.
It’s remarkable that everything’s custom-made exactly how you want it, without the need for alterations. Given that they work with clients outside of the UK, they’re experienced in handling different types of fabrics—in fact, they have over 5,000 at any given time!
However, a luxury experience can cost a fortune, with a 2-piece suit ranging between £1,099 and over £30,000. But you could also say that a well-made suit is worth the price.
No adjustment needed and my three-piece suit felt amazing
“I had it in my head that I wanted to wear a tailored suit for my wedding day for a number of reasons. I am so pleased that I found The Bespoke Tailor after little searching. His logo was really eye catching for me as well. I had always admired the skill and artistry of tailoring from the outside, so to experience it myself was very special. After a few brief conversations, Adrian met me at home to choose my design and fabrics. There was a lot to see but he helped narrow options down, to avoid overwhelming me. The specifications came through almost immediately and work started soon after confirming my approval. No adjustment was needed and my three piece suit felt amazing. Many of our guests commented on my suit and it really helped me to feel confident on the big day. I look forward to ordering something else from Adrian in future. Thank you.”
Joseph Childs, Google Review
Extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to talk to
“Adrian at The Bespoke Tailor was extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to talk to, which made the whole tailoring experience really enjoyable. He creates high-quality, made-to-measure garments and was very accommodating, even working around my busy schedule. The tuxedo I received is of fantastic value and quality, the fit is absolutely incredible. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for expertly tailored, bespoke clothing.”
Pritpal Grewal, Google Review
2. Royal Hong Kong Tailors

Services: Bespoke men’s tailoring
Address: Suite 2, 3rd/Floor, 61 Mosley St
Contact: 07463 983388
Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 10:30 am – 8 pm
- Friday: 3 pm – 8:30 pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 10 am – 7 pm
| Google reviews score | 4.9/5 |
| Total reviews | 2/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
| Experience | 5/5 |
| Services | 4.3/5 |
| Clothing types | 4/5 |
| Fabric types | 5/5 |
| Clientele | 4/5 |
| Availability | 5/5 |
| Schedule | 5/5 |
| Timeline | 5/5 |
| Pricing(A higher score means better value) | 5/5 |
Royal Hong Kong Tailors sets the bar high in custom-made suits. They’re quite accessible, with a shop in the city centre that’s open all days of the week.
They only work with suits, though, so ladies’ wear will have to take a back seat. But once you take a quick look at the craftsmanship, you’ll be properly amazed by the quality, as they’re tailored with great care—basically, they fit exactly how they should be.
Our colleagues liked how every tailored suit was comfortable, which meant they could move around freely without restrictions. It was quite unexpected, considering they only use premium, durable fabrics—there’s wool, linen, silk, cashmere, and more.
In our experience, they don’t push the client into the most expensive fabric, but whichever feels lovely on the skin while maintaining a dapper look.
And the best bit? They’re a custom-made tailor located in Manchester City Centre that doesn’t charge exorbitant prices! As a cherry on top, the finished suit is usually ready for pick up in 3 to 5 weeks.
The service we received was second to none
“Fell upon this gem of a business due to its outstanding Google reviews and we were not disappointed! Took my father in law to have his first ever bespoke suit made, nothing was too much trouble. The staff are friendly and very knowledgeable. The choice of fabrics was incredible and the service we received was second to none! The suit had its first outing at a family event last night and my father in law felt like a million pounds with all the complements. Thank you for going the extra mile! We will definitely be back! Victoria, Nick and Ernie.”
Victoria OConnor, Google Review
Blown away by the level of detail and how well everything fits
“Never purchased a bespoke suit before and I just want to say that the experience was amazing! Met up with Zee at the start of July to discuss everything, do the measurements and a month later the suit was ready. I was blown away by the level of detail and how well everything fits. I tried numerous suits from designers before but could not manage to find the right fit as they were either too tight or if I went a size up it would have been too baggy. Can’t wait to wear the suit for my friend’s wedding this summer. Thank you so much for everything and I will definitely be coming back for more!”
Alex Hirte, Google Review
3. Alterations Boutique

Services: Dress and suit alterations, bespoke tailoring
Address: 14, Royal Exchange
Contact: 0161 832 6420, [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm
| Google reviews score | 5/5 |
| Reviews.io reviews score | 5/5 |
| Total reviews | 5/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
| Experience | 5/5 |
| Services | 5/5 |
| Clothing types | 5/5 |
| Fabric types | 5/5 |
| Clientele | 5/5 |
| Availability | 4.5/5 |
| Schedule | 4/5 |
| Timeline | 5/5 |
| Pricing(A higher score means better value) | 5/5 |
We admire a shop that provides a solution to every problem, and that’s precisely what Alterations Boutique is for. As their name suggests, they offer alterations, but elevate the game by adding bespoke tailoring.
They welcome men and women in the shop, covering all sorts of garments for every occasion. We initially went here for a simple coat alteration, and quickly learned that they modify everything under the sun, from zips to wedding dresses.
Remarkably, their tailors are experienced working on designer brands, like Louis Vuitton and Moncler.
We mostly want to highlight their made-to-measure services, whether you require a coat or a ball gown. And from the tailored garments we’ve seen, they know quality craftsmanship, where every dress hugs the body perfectly, and every suit doesn’t sag.
Best of all, there’s no need to book an appointment months ahead, so it’s fine that they’re closed on Sundays. They accept walk-ins and same-day tailoring at their city centre shop, anyway, and that’s on top of their already quick turnaround time.
Such wonderful service
“Such wonderful service at Alterations Boutique. I booked an appointment online really easily and was greeted by two lovely ladies in the shop, who attended to me with a smile and lovely service. They shortened my bridesmaid dress beautifully and really promptly. I arranged a pick up time for two days later and it was ready the same day! They sent a text when it was ready to collect, friendly and professional service from start the finish – the dress is perfect! Thank you Alterations Boutique :)”
L G, Google Review
Really impressed with how they were able to turn the alterations around
“I found Alterations Boutique after a recommendation from a bridal tailor in Timperley who wasn’t able to fit me in at such short notice, as I needed my wedding dress altering 3 weeks before the wedding. I managed to book an appointment within 2 days, and was made to feel very comfortable and welcomed by the lovely seamstress Oksana. I was really impressed with how quickly they were able to turn the alterations around (within 1 week)! Which was exactly what I wanted, after a panic having to get it sorted so close to the wedding! Oksana did a brilliant job taking the dress in, up and adding a bustle at the back. Would definitely recommend after having such a fab experience – high quality but turned it around quickly, and lovely people! Thank you for all your help ☺️”
Alexandra Stewart, Google Review
4. My Sewing Box

Services: Bespoke tailoring, alterations, and costume making
Address: 12-22 Thorniley Brow
Contact: 07890 101727, [email protected]
Hours:
- Tuesday – Friday: 10 am – 6 pm
- Saturday: 11 am – 4 pm
| Google reviews score | 5/5 |
| Facebook reviews score | 5/5 |
| Total reviews | 2/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
| Experience | 5/5 |
| Services | 5/5 |
| Clothing types | 5/5 |
| Fabric types | 5/5 |
| Clientele | 5/5 |
| Availability | 4/5 |
| Schedule | 4/5 |
| Timeline | 4/5 |
| Pricing(A higher score means better value) | 5/5 |
We like My Sewing Box because they get the job done. Their bespoke clothing services cater to everyone in Manchester, whether you’re a bride needing a wedding dress or a gentle reader looking for your Bridgerton era costume.
Yes, they’re a custom-made tailor that creates clothing for any occasion. The personalised service and unique designs are rather impressive, since they use a variety of fabric types and patterns.
To give you a bit of an idea, their bespoke tailor offers vintage-inspired outfits, embroidered gowns, silk suits, replica costumes, and hand-painted dresses. If you’ve thought of it, they most likely can sew it.
Even with the replica wardrobe, their craftsmanship remains truly remarkable. Judging by the custom-made dresses we’ve seen, they’ve been meticulous with every detail—like the vintage-inspired gowns that look like real antiques.
We do have to chop off points for availability, since they’re closed on Sundays, and the turnaround time for alterations can take a few weeks. But for the flawlessly detailed work, we don’t mind it too much.
Her work is amazing
“Silvia designed and made my suit for my wedding earlier this year. She completely got the brief when I said I wanted to go bold, and she persevered with a very difficult to work with fabric because I loved the pattern on it so much! She was so fantastic right from the first time we met, giving me plenty of ideas and talking me through the process. It was amazing getting so many fittings, as it meant by the end the suit was absolutely perfect. The finish on it is incredible, and it got so many compliments! I can’t recommend Silvia highly enough. Her work is amazing and I’ll never be able to thank her enough for bringing my crazy idea to reality.”
Laura Maray, Google Review
Great person to work with to get exactly what you want in an outfit
“I contacted Silvia about the possibility of her making me an outfit for Rocky Horror, she was very enthusiastic about the possibility and we met to discuss it. Silvia is a great person to work with to get exactly what you want in an outfit. We had a further meeting at mock up stage and then a final fitting where little tweeks were made. I am SOOOO pleased with the outfit and have had so many compliments from other Rocky Horror fans about it”
Kalen Vuysher, Google Review
5. Edit Suits Co.

Services: Made-to-measure formal and casual menswear
Address: 54 King St
Contact: Online form
Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 10 am – 7 pm
- Saturday: 9 am – 6 pm
- Sunday: 11 am – 5 pm
| Google reviews score | 4.9/5 |
| Trustpilot reviews score | 4.9/5 |
| Total reviews | 5/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
| Experience | 5/5 |
| Services | 4.3/5 |
| Clothing types | 4/5 |
| Fabric types | 5/5 |
| Clientele | 4/5 |
| Availability | 5/5 |
| Schedule | 5/5 |
| Timeline | 5/5 |
| Pricing(A higher score means better value) | 5/5 |
We were properly impressed by Edit Suits Co. for their custom-made suits that make men look dashing and debonair. They focus on menswear, providing formal, business, and casual outfits.
They specialise in suits, which is good news because they get the job done right. After a thorough look at their stuff, we were remarkably pleased with the attention to detail, quality fabrics, and sharp silhouettes.
In addition, the overall experience felt premium, from the appointment to the final fitting. We were rather taken by their service, which was incredibly thorough and helpful, including all the customisations you need and an array of fabric selections.
For a custom-made tailor shop in Manchester City Centre’s busy road, their turnaround time is fairly quick. Your made-to-order suit will usually be ready for picking up in at least 3 weeks—and they work fast because they’re open daily.
It’s a pity that they don’t provide womenswear for us ladies, given the quality work we’ve seen. But for a quality custom tailor, their prices are surprisingly not as hefty as we initially thought.
Really fabulous experience
“Really fabulous experience. Sought far and wide for a unique and special suit for my wedding – after spending time with the extremely patient and thorough team, guiding me through loads of amazing fabrics, the perfect suit was achieved. Fitting was spot on and a really great, comfortable and enjoyable process from start to finish. Pricing was great considering the premium materials and craftsmanship. Thank you!”
Mark Libby, Google Review
A very seamless process
“Had a great experience ordering a tailored suit. Walked me through the step by step process and was a very seamless process. The suit itself I love, and has helped me land my first job out of university! Would definitely purchase more items in the future.”
Darius King, Google Review