Best Tailor in North-East, Singapore
From an unassuming industrial-estate shop turning out custom shirts to neighbourhood alteration counters, North-East Singapore has real tailoring options beyond the mall counter. Here are verified, currently- operating tailors across Hougang, Sengkang and Punggol.
Quick answer
For proper custom-made shirts at a fraction of boutique prices, Lai En Tailor in a Hougang industrial estate is the pick. For everyday alterations in Sengkang, Sengkang Alteration — Li Xin Fashion at Sengkang Square is a reliable, well-reviewed choice.
How we picked
We cross-checked each tailor's current address against independent review aggregators (WhereCrowded, Yelp) and, where available, the shop's own listing, prioritising shops with a consistent volume of positive reviews. We did not visit any shop in person — check current pricing and turnaround time directly before committing to a job.
Ranked picks
01
Lai En Tailor
Hougang — Defu Lane 10
Tucked into an industrial building deep in Hougang, this unassuming shop is filled with seamstresses at work and racks of fabric. Popular for custom-tailored shirts (around $88) with a full fabric book to choose from, plus general alterations — reviewers specifically recommend the experienced owner, Mdm Neo.
Custom shirts from ~$88 · Mon–Sat 9:30am–7:30pm, closed Sun
02
Sengkang Alteration — Li Xin Fashion
Sengkang Square
A combined alteration, retail and laundry shop at Sengkang Square, known for polite, friendly service and reasonable prices. Reviewers note the shop is willing to take on challenging alteration requests and consistently delivers quality work.
Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun 9:30am–6pm · closed Fri
03
Needle Thread Alteration
Punggol Place
Offers alterations, dry cleaning and repair services for clothing, jackets and more. Reviewers highlight kind, transparent staff and particularly praise the meticulous work done on wedding dresses — a step up from basic hemming.
Alterations, dry cleaning, repairs · Mon–Sat 8:30am–6pm
Compare at a Glance
| Tailor | Neighbourhood | Specialty | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lai En Tailor | Hougang — Defu Lane 10 | Custom shirts, fabric book | Mon–Sat 9:30am–7:30pm |
Sengkang Alteration — Li Xin Fashion | Sengkang Square | General alterations & retail | Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun 9:30am–6pm |
| Needle Thread Alteration | Punggol Place | Alterations, wedding dresses, dry cleaning | Mon–Sat 8:30am–6pm |