Bangkok’s heat is the best argument for linen there is. It’s the most breathable cloth you can put on in this climate – a natural fibre woven from flax that moves air the way no wool or synthetic can. If you’re going to have a summer suit made anywhere, it should be made where summer lasts most of the year.
Discover our extensive selection of linen fabrics, or contact us with any questions.
Why linen, and why here
Linen breathes because the fibre is hollow and stiff, which is the same reason it creases – and that crease is the point, not a flaw. A linen suit is meant to look lived-in; it’s the most relaxed way to be properly dressed in the heat. We’ve been making them in Bangkok since 1972, so we know exactly how a linen suit behaves in this weather, which weights hold their shape, and when a wool-linen or cotton-linen blend may actually serve you better than pure linen.
The cloth
We have linen fabrics of different weights, and also cotton-linen and wool-linen blends. For a wedding or a very hot day, pure linen is unbeatable for comfort. If you want most of the breathability with far less creasing, a cotton-linen or wool-linen blend is the sensible middle, and we’ll talk you through which suits how you’ll wear it.
What we make in linen
Full suits, jackets on their own, and linen trousers – single or double breasted, your lapel, your cut. Linen also makes an excellent wedding suit for a beach or hot-season ceremony: it photographs beautifully and won’t leave you or your groomsmen suffering.
How long it takes
Allow five or six days and time for two fittings. If you’re in Bangkok on a short stay, message us your dates before you arrive and we will be ready for your consultation.
Common questions about linen suits
Does a linen suit crease?
Yes, and it’s meant to. Linen creases because the fibre is stiff and hollow. This is the same reason it breathes better than any other suiting cloth. If the creasing bothers you, a cotton-linen or wool-linen blend gives you most of the airflow with much less of it.
How long does a linen suit take to make in Bangkok?
Allow five or six days and time for two fittings. If you’re visiting on a short stay, message us your dates before you arrive and we’ll try to assist you with a linen suit in a shorter timeframe.
Is it “linen suit” or “lenin suit”?
Linen is the fabric – a lightweight cloth woven from flax, and the most breathable choice for a suit in Bangkok’s climate. “Lenin suit” is a common misspelling. If you’re searching for a lenin suit tailor in Bangkok, you’re looking for a linen suit. And yes, we make them.
Do you use a lightweight or heavyweight linen?
We have both lightweight and heavyweight linen options, depending on your requirements.
