to produce the same quality. Have a look at the quality of some of their samples, and check the materials. Sometimes you will find a great tailor, but who doesn't have the right kind of material in stock. But there are so many tailors in Hoi Ann, that you should be able to find one with both the ability and the material. If you are having several items made at one tailor, don't be shy to barter for a better price. Tailors are often willing to bring down the cost per item if you are buying in bulk . Request several fittings . It was not uncommon for some of the cheaper establishments to get some of the measurements and design wrong. Also remember that there can be some miscommunications are English is not the tailors first language. You are paying for the garment to be tailoring to you, so don't feel shy to ask for alternations before the product is finished. Post things home! The post office is quite used to tourists coming in with large boxes of garments and sending them back to their homes. The price is actually very reasonable if you post via sea mail, and will save you having to carry all your new purchases on your back. Enjoyed this article? About the Author Jade is a freelance travel writer from Manitoba Canada. She loves travel and meeting new people has lived in 6 countries and travelled to more than 30. She prefers to travel