Custom tailored grey suit shaped on the stand at the Gulati workshop

The Atelier

Custom Tailor in Bangkok

For half a century, the Gulati family has operated a quiet, disciplined tailoring house in Bangkok. We serve both local residents and international visitors who expect their garments to be cut with precision and finished by hand. We adhere to traditional methods rather than industrial shortcuts, building wardrobes of enduring quality.

On the stand at the workshop

Foundation
Operating independently in Bangkok since 1973 under family direction.
Garments
Comprehensive tailoring encompassing suits, jackets, trousers, and shirts.
Approach
Uncompromising attention to individual posture, drape, and hand-finishing.

The details

Considered guidance, from the first conversation to the final fit.

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A family tradition since 1973

The principles that govern our atelier have remained steadfast for fifty years. We believe that custom tailoring is a personal craft, requiring a direct relationship between the tailor and the client. You are guided through the process by Sam or Ken, ensuring that the knowledge of your preferences, your posture, and your lifestyle informs every stitch. This continuity of care is why clients return to us decade after decade, trusting our judgement and our execution.

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The complete custom wardrobe

While the bespoke suit remains the cornerstone of our work, a truly refined wardrobe extends far beyond formalwear. We apply the same exacting standards to every garment we cut, ensuring a consistent fit and aesthetic across your entire rotation. Whether you are commissioning a structured overcoat for a winter stay in London or lightweight linen trousers for a weekend in Hua Hin, the level of craftsmanship and attention to detail remains absolute.

  • Two-piece and three-piece bespoke suits for business and formal occasions
  • Odd jackets and versatile blazers for relaxed professional environments
  • Tailored trousers featuring side adjusters or traditional belt loops
  • Structured overcoats and transitional travel outerwear
  • Complete black-tie ensembles and bespoke eveningwear
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Hand-cut bespoke shirting

A beautifully tailored suit is easily compromised by an ill-fitting shirt. We craft bespoke shirts that follow the natural lines of your torso without excess fabric billowing at the waist or restricting movement across the shoulders. We offer an extensive selection of collar styles, cuff configurations, and monogramming options, cut from premium cotton poplins, twills, and linens. Each shirt is individually patterned, ensuring the collar sits perfectly against the lapel of your jacket.

  • Individual patterns drafted for precise collar and shoulder fit
  • Extensive library of premium cottons, linens, and textured weaves
  • Customisable collar shapes designed to complement your facial structure
  • Choice of barrel or French cuffs, calibrated to your watch
  • Hand-finished buttonholes and subtle, personalised monogramming
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The custom advantage

Purchasing clothing off-the-rack requires immediate compromises regarding fit, fabric, and finishing. Custom tailoring eliminates these concessions entirely. Every element of the garment is chosen by you and executed by us to match your specific physical dimensions. We account for asymmetrical shoulders, muscular variations, and distinct postural habits that mass-produced clothing simply ignores. The result is a garment that feels entirely natural to wear, projecting an effortless authority that only true bespoke can provide.

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Garment duplication services

Clients frequently possess a favoured garment—an old jacket or a perfectly fitting pair of trousers—that has reached the end of its wearable life. If you have a piece you simply cannot bear to part with, our atelier can carefully study its proportions and duplicate it. We draft a new pattern based on the original block, allowing you to recreate the piece in fresh cloth while preserving the exact fit and feel that made it your favourite.

  • Precise replication of favoured suits, jackets, and trousers
  • Opportunity to recreate an old favourite in superior, modern cloth
  • Careful analysis of the original garment's unique drape and balance
  • Subtle refinements made to the original fit if your measurements have changed
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Visiting our Bangkok premises

The atelier is designed to be a calm, welcoming environment where you can review fabrics and discuss your requirements without distraction. While we are pleased to accommodate walk-in visits, arranging an appointment ensures that we can dedicate unhurried time to your consultation. We operate six days a week, with evening availability to suit the schedules of working professionals. We look forward to welcoming you and introducing you to our standard of tailoring.

From the gallery

Horn and mother-of-pearl button cards used for custom garments
01Choosing buttons
Reda melange grey and blue check suiting cloth
02Cloth selection
Bolts of pinstripe suiting cloth in the Gulati cloth room
03The cloth room
Barchetta breast pocket detail on a tailored jacket
04Breast pocket detail

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