Thu Fashion

I had some suits tailor made in Hong Kong for a slightly smaller version of myself. (That’s being honest)
I also had a suit that was tailor made in the 1950s for a much larger family member. The Hong Kong suits had to be let out slightly. It feels like Thu had it measured down to the millimeter, as they fit like the proverbial glove.
The large suit jacket needed to be completely overhauled. (The pants couldn’t be done and Thu explained clearly why. — There’s a Curb Your Enthusiasm scene about that if you’re wondering.)
Thu is amazing, especially on the 1950s jacket. The only way you would know the jacket wasn’t tailor made for me, is the location of the pockets is a bit lower on me. And the only way you would know that is if you really were looking for that kind of detail which Thu also clearly explained to me. I’ve taken other things to her as well, both small and large jobs.
She is also very friendly, and loves to talk about fashion, and she’s even open on Saturday.
Five star all around.

The woman is a magician and really knows what she’s doing. Just make sure you explain clearly what you want and she will make it happen.

Thu is a wonderful tailor and a great conversationalist as well! I always learn something new when I go in for a fitting. She does quality work at fair prices. That and her winning personality keep bringing me back!

She was great! Took my alteration last minute for a same day turn around, and did a fantastic job. I have many more items that I will bring to her for tailoring when I get the time!

I will always go here to get my clothes fixed!

Thu fashion is amazing! I took a brides maids dress in and she customized and tailored it perfectly. She was very professional, kind, patient and got the dress done with a few weeks notice. Price was more than reasonable and I know I’ll be back.

Thu Fashion is simply wonderful,
As a matter of fact, Thu is more than wonderful, Thu fashion is a hidden gem that people ought not miss. The degree of respect, care and enthusiasm that Thu foster in her customers and myself just make her work marvel beyond perfection. She takes special care of her customers and she treated people not simply like «people» but like a family and I am blessed to have had her services.
I will never forget your kindness, for your skills goes beyond the ability to repare and stitch clothing and apparel but your kindness and skills through your actions, stitched and is able to repare the human heart just the same. All our hearts and we love you for that.
I gave you five stars but if I could, I would give you. I have never written a review before but this is the least I could do.
Thank-​you,
–C.C

Thu Fashion is amazing! Flawless alterations by the one and only, Thu!
She is funny, elegant, professional and treats all of her clients as kings and queens. I’ve known her for years and she continues to make my clothes fit better and better. I’ve lost 25 lbs this last year and she’s reworking my entire wardrobe in a timely manner. Thank you, Thu!

I’m only giving Thu three stars because while she IS a very talented seamstress and designer, she’s lousy at getting things turned around in a timely manner. I brought trousers in for alterations on 23 of August. I was given a pickup date of September 9. I didn’t go back in until ⁹⁄₁₉ and was told that the clothes still weren’t ready! That she had been so busy! I’m glad that a business woman is so successful but perhaps when you’re that busy, you need to hire some help, don’t promise pick up dates 2 weeks out, or just call your clients when the product is ready. Solid workmanship for sure, just don’t be in any kind of hurry to get your things back. Allow at least a month.

Portland is very fortunate to have Thu. Every time I talk to her, fear stikes that she might one day leave us to be a fabulous fashion designer in Italy — because she is so much more than a talented tailor. She has amazing style and a creative mind that doesn’t stop flowing.
My story about her services starts in Eugene, goes to Philly and then ends happily in Portland (like most stories, am I right?).
I bought an amazing navy blue and gold blazer at an Estate sale in Eugene. I hold on to it for a few months as I move to Philly. I find a (Greek!) tailor. Alas, he is my father’s age and gets too conservative about actually tailoring something to be flattering on a woman’s body.
My side comment here is that I was made with monkey sperm: I am 6 feet tall with very broad shoulders and long arms. So I constantly struggle finding jackets to be form fitting as they usually just become a boxy mess on me.
I take my jacket my from this Greek man and have held off, until Thu.
I found her amazing reviews on Unilocal and her sweet location in the Hollywood near my workplace. It was easy to schedule an appointment with her — I popped in after work and she spent a lot of time to make sure the jacket was pinned up just so, providing her stylish wisdom about how it would best look on my frame. I also brought in a $ 4 vintage dress found in a Philly Goodwill just for fun.
I trusted her tailoring advice and when I came back to pick them up — trying them on for her, to make sure everything was perfect, I seriously couldn’t stop my vanity. Thu just killed it with the tailoring, making these shapeless clothes look amazing on six feet of space.
Not only is Thu talented, but she is such a profoundly interesting person. She was formally trained in Italy, from Vietnam but also very Portland. She’s quirky, classy, honest, hard working, and extremely posh. Portland is so lucky to have her skills available for the general public! Thank you Thu!

When I’m in town from NY I bring everything that needs altered to Thu and pick them up then next time I’m here (often dropping off more) even if it means a month or more later. (She’s worth the wait)
I started coming here years ago when my (very picky) ex boyfriend wanted a VERY specific look. He couldn’t find the right coat for the right price anywhere. So I found one that was close and a really good price, told him to spend the money he was saving on getting it altered. He was hesitant at first but after picking it up from Thu, he felt like the entire thing had been custom made just for him. I believe he brought her three more pieces that week.
Living in NY I have, unfortunately, been to other tailors since Thu, and I regret it every time. I’m not saying you cant find a good alterations specialist in NY, just not in my budget. So that’s how I judge Thu’s prices… She’s exactly on point with an average NYC tailor, with the quality of the best.
The last thing I brought in was my (wretched) work uniform. If anyone could make this thing look good, it was Thu. So she pinned and pinned and adjusted and pinned… Then she stood back with a look on her face I’ve never seen before, I asked «what?» She mentioned its just too bad the neckline isn’t a little bit lower… «Go ahead» I said.
She dropped the neckline less than an inch (my company would FREAK if they found out) and you can’t really tell. But people tell me all he time how lucky I am to have that dress actually look good on me, it always looks so matronly on people. I just thank them and keep Thu as my little secret.
Speaking of secret… Maybe I shouldn’t be saying any of this… I need to make sure she isn’t too busy next time I’m in town ;)

Thu does good work. I have had two suits taken in and three or four pairs of pants let out. Everything has come out well. Don’t go in unless you have plenty of time to kill, because Thu is very charming and loves to talk. I can recommend her services, you can definitely trust her with your most valuable and treasured garments.

I went to Thu after reading the other positive reviews for her business on Unilocal.I recently lost a bit of weight — a great thing for me, not so great for the dresses in my closet that didn’t shrink along with me! Some of them I was ready to part with, the others I couldn’t bear the idea of no longer being able to wear! Thus I found myself at Thu’s…
I brought in two dresses to be taken in. She told me to call in two weeks to check on them. I admit I accidentally waited three weeks to call, but no matter — she said they were ready and I could come get them the next day.
When I went in and tried on the finished products, I couldn’t have been happier! By «a bit of weight,» what I really meant was more like «kind of a lot of weight,» and my newly tailored dresses fit like a glove. I mean they were PERFECTLY tailored. Thu is truly gifted in her craft!
I can’t say much when it comes to pricing, as I haven’t altered any other clothes before (other than the occasional hem job), but I was happy to pay what I ended up paying for the quality of service I received, especially since it cost less than replenishing my wardrobe. I also feel the need to add that it’s almost impossible not to like Thu instantly! She has a warm and magnetic personality and seems to really love what she does. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.
I just ordered something online this week that I already know is going to be too big… be prepared to see me again soon!

This is my wife’s go-​to tailor to get things altered. The owner does an amazing job. Her prices are commensurate with the quality of the work she does. You may find a place a few bucks cheaper, but I doubt they will have done as good of a job.
She also will be honest with you and tell you if she thinks the item is worth altering, if its not a special piece. Its always nice to have a person who’s trying to make money tell you its not worth giving them money. Immediately shows they are an honest businesswoman.

I went with the recommendations I found here on Unilocal,and went to Thu with a challenging project.
A friend had given me a priceless antique black silk velvet evening coat. The lining was litterally in tatters. It was unwearable. Thu painstakingly took out the old lining and put in a new one.
It’s like a new coat. Stunningly beautiful with its new dark red satin lining, which Thu did a superb job with.
A very professional piece of work. I can wear the coat now!
It wasn’t an inexpensive endeavor, but it was worth it. I now have a one-​of-​a-​kind drop-​dead-​gorgeous coat that I am very proud to wear.
I will definitely bring any other tailoring or alteration projects to Thu.

The owner is friendly and eccentric (in a good way). She altered a few pairs of pants for me. They were ready on time, looked good and the price was reasonable.

Wanted to hang a pattered blanket as wall tapestry; just wanted it stitched along the side, so I could thread it onto a pole.
The friendly, sweet, cheerful woman stitched and reinforced the blanket for me nicely.
Very Happy, Great Location too.

I called to see if she’s still in business and she is.
Business Hours are Tuesday-​Friday: 10 – 6, Saturday: 9 – 2 and her lunch hour is from 1:30−3pm. I’m hoping to have two suit jackets altered because her reviews are great :)

Thu is an AMAZING tailor. She has altered about 75% of my wardrobe and has done a stellar job on every piece including some very complicated projects. I would trust no one else with my clothes. Her style is so professional that you would never know that an item had been altered. She is also very good at making alteration suggestions that you have not considered, but in the end make your clothes look so much better than you ever imagined.
The only reason that she does not get five stars is because due to her talent she is so busy that oftentimes things are not ready on time, but the end result is always worth the wait.

Thu was very confident in her work, and brushed off our request to try on the jeans before leaving her shop. When she hemmed the pants, she asked my guy to take off his shoes while hemming his jeans, which from all the forums I’ve been reading is bad practice. Aren’t tailors supposed to ask that people wear the shoes they typically wear while assessing the size?
Now they are over an inch too short when he wears his shoes! So much for those $ 150 jeans…