Clothes made in Thailand

[topjohn5]

Hi Everyone!
Since I'm taking my first trip to Thailand in December for a month and a half I have a question about clothes that are good to purchase there. I realize a few big brands are made in Thailand but does that mean that those brands are always inexpensive to buy in Thailand?
So, as an example; 2xist underwear, which can be fairly spendy in the USA is made in Thailand. Does anyone know the cost of this brand there? Or, if you're not a 2xsit man, lol, then pick another brand that is made in Thailand (or does it even need to be made there to be cheaper there?) let me know what if anything its a good buy compared to the USA.....it may be better to buy than to bring it.

[Khor tose]

Hi Everyone!
Since I'm taking my first trip to Thailand in December for a month and a half I have a question about clothes that are good to purchase there. I realize a few big brands are made in Thailand but does that mean that those brands are always inexpensive to buy in Thailand?
So, as an example; 2xist underwear, which can be fairly spendy in the USA is made in Thailand. Does anyone know the cost of this brand there? Or, if you're not a 2xsit man, lol, then pick another brand that is made in Thailand (or does it even need to be made there to be cheaper there?) let me know what if anything its a good buy compared to the USA.....it may be better to buy than to bring it.

I am going to take some flack for this, but this is one of the best tailors in Bangkok. They just charge one price, they have a world wide good reputation. They will alter a suit they make for free years later. They only use the finest materials.

Now, why the flack. They are the tailors for the Bush's all the way back to daddy Bush. Nobody is perfect.

http://www.dress-for-success.com/

[lo-so]

The tailors that have suited up the Bush gang, Senator Kerry as well as assisting First Lady Reagan (although with difficulty) is Rajawongse and the correct link for them is

http://www.dress-for-success.com/

Close to landmark hotel and I agree with khot tose that they are good quality and reasonably priced.

[topjohn5]

Thanks!
I figured that tailored clothes would be a good deal and glad to have that confirmed.

Hi Everyone!
Since I'm taking my first trip to Thailand in December for a month and a half I have a question about clothes that are good to purchase there. I realize a few big brands are made in Thailand but does that mean that those brands are always inexpensive to buy in Thailand?
So, as an example; 2xist underwear, which can be fairly spendy in the USA is made in Thailand. Does anyone know the cost of this brand there? Or, if you're not a 2xsit man, lol, then pick another brand that is made in Thailand (or does it even need to be made there to be cheaper there?) let me know what if anything its a good buy compared to the USA.....it may be better to buy than to bring it.

I've seen designer labels in department stores and the prices were comparable to higher than western pricing. At MBK there are several vendors, as well as night markets that sell knockoffs. 2Xist, I don't recall seeing, I prefer Calvin Klein, but decided I could get better deals at home.

[Wesley]

I have found clothes that are bought in malls are usually the same quality and brand name as those you find in the USA or you may find some off brands that made as good as those in the USA. In the market expect knock offs of brand name that at first inspection would seems to be the same but after wear they do not seem to hold up as well. So, in the mall you, like in America, can shop Wall mart of Penny's or Belk's, if you shop in the market, I would say buyer beware.Especially Patpong in Bangkok. is notorious for or good knock offs

All the best, my foursquare friend,

Wes

[topjohn5]

I have found clothes that are bought in malls are usually the same quality and brand name as those you find in the USA or you may find some off brands that made as good as those in the USA. In the market expect knock offs of brand name that at first inspection would seems to be the same but after wear they do not seem to hold up as well. So, in the mall you, like in America, can shop Wall mart of Penny's or Belk's, if you shop in the market, I would say buyer beware.Especially Patpong in Bangkok. is notorious for or good knock offs

All the best, my foursquare friend,

Wes

eeeeekkkkkk, hahahaha

You may find difficulty finding much choice in XL and XXL sizes in Thai depatment stores. If you want genuine top brands, in your size at knock down prices TK Maxx is your friend, although the branch I use in England for my Nikes, Calvin Kleins, CAT etc, etc is awash with rude ugly Russians and Lithuanians.

[Impulse]

Im very suspect of anything I buy in Thailand. I bought a pair of shorts in the market,and after a few wearings they split in half on the backside. And dont buy any junk at the beaches.The frames broke almost immediatly after purchasing knockoff sunglasses. I wonder how they do the tatoo s they try to push at the beach also.

It can be challenging to find shoes larger than a size 10. There are some 11's, 12's, but not in the more popular styles.

At one point US Customs was targetting falsely labelled garments, watches etc. brought into the US by unsuspecting travellers. I'm not sure whether this is still the case

I guess when the proposed law comes into effect next year about paid sex overseas they can just add that to the Customs Declaration and then audit it randomly :compress:

[dab69]

if youre thinking suit I just found ebay an outlet
for Armani suits :).

did a search online a few years ago but would have had to travel
to NY or...

At one point US Customs was targetting falsely labelled garments, watches etc. brought into the US by unsuspecting travellers. I'm not sure whether this is still the case.....
Nah. Now they're too busy now looking for kiddie porn.


Topjohn,
A couple of years back I noticed the label in my "Jockey" brand underwear said "Made in Thailand". I thought I would be real clever and pick up a bunch at the source for cheap.
Boy was I wrong.
The "name brand" stuff you find in the department stores is just as expensive as in the West. You might be able to find knockoffs for cheap but they are cheap knockoffs.
On the other hand I've gotten real nice tailored shirts and trousers for not much more than I would pay for off the shelf stuff in the US.

It might not sound like much of a deal but I tell 'ya, there's nothing as comfortable as wearing a shirt that's tailored for your paunch and pants that are tailored for your fat a$$ :tshirt:

[Khor tose]

At one point US Customs was targetting falsely labelled garments, watches etc. brought into the US by unsuspecting travellers. I'm not sure whether this is still the case

I guess when the proposed law comes into effect next year about paid sex overseas they can just add that to the Customs Declaration and then audit it randomly :compress:

Since his friend at state told him about this new law maybe he gave an effective date when this homi myth is to take place. I can see the headline now, "UNEMPLOYMENT ENDS IN THE USA---ONE MILLION NEW FBI AGENTS HIRED." :usa2:

. . . but you should know that it is perfectly legal to bring 1 fake back into the US per 'catagory'. In otherwords, you can bring in a fake Rolex, a pirated DVD, a kock-off pair of CK jeans . . . etc.

. . . but you should know that it is perfectly legal to bring 1 fake back into the US per 'catagory'. In otherwords, you can bring in a fake Rolex, a pirated DVD, a kock-off pair of CK jeans . . . etc.I'll ask before someone else does - can you provide the hyperlink to this ruling?

[topjohn5]

At one point US Customs was targetting falsely labelled garments, watches etc. brought into the US by unsuspecting travellers. I'm not sure whether this is still the case.....
Nah. Now they're too busy now looking for kiddie porn.


Topjohn,
A couple of years back I noticed the label in my "Jockey" brand underwear said "Made in Thailand". I thought I would be real clever and pick up a bunch at the source for cheap.
Boy was I wrong.
The "name brand" stuff you find in the department stores is just as expensive as in the West. You might be able to find knockoffs for cheap but they are cheap knockoffs.
On the other hand I've gotten real nice tailored shirts and trousers for not much more than I would pay for off the shelf stuff in the US.

It might not sound like much of a deal but I tell 'ya, there's nothing as comfortable as wearing a shirt that's tailored for your paunch and pants that are tailored for your fat a$$ :tshirt:

Thanks Kenc! That was exactly the info I wanted..........

[TrongpaiExpat]

My BF shops at CK, 5Cm and similar type clothing stores. Last month we were in Macau and he found the exact same clothing in Macau priced about 50% lower than in Bangkok.

. . . but you should know that it is perfectly legal to bring 1 fake back into the US per 'catagory'. In otherwords, you can bring in a fake Rolex, a pirated DVD, a kock-off pair of CK jeans . . . etc.
I'll ask before someone else does - can you provide the hyperlink to this ruling?

Figuring out how to quote your comment was a bit more difficult than providing the requested link . . . that's assuming this all posts correctly!

http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacat ... edArticles (http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/kbyg/prohibited_restricted.xml#TrademarkedandCopyrighte dArticles)

. . . but you should know that it is perfectly legal to bring 1 fake back into the US per 'catagory'. In otherwords, you can bring in a fake Rolex, a pirated DVD, a kock-off pair of CK jeans . . . etc.I'll ask before someone else does - can you provide the hyperlink to this ruling?Figuring out how to quote your comment was a bit more difficult than providing the requested link . . . that's assuming this all posts correctly! http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacat ... edArticles (http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/kbyg/prohibited_restricted.xml#TrademarkedandCopyrighte dArticles) You have a more generous interpretation than me, particularly about pirated DVDs. As I read it, the DVD itself would have to bear a resemblance to the original. However, I guess our US travelers will be able to tell us of their experiences. Perhaps there'll be a similar exception for those Americans who pay for sex overseas - "I only did it once"

[krobbie]

At one point US Customs was targetting falsely labelled garments, watches etc. brought into the US by unsuspecting travellers. I'm not sure whether this is still the case.....
Nah. Now they're too busy now looking for kiddie porn.


Topjohn,
A couple of years back I noticed the label in my "Jockey" brand underwear said "Made in Thailand". I thought I would be real clever and pick up a bunch at the source for cheap.
Boy was I wrong.
The "name brand" stuff you find in the department stores is just as expensive as in the West. You might be able to find knockoffs for cheap but they are cheap knockoffs.
On the other hand I've gotten real nice tailored shirts and trousers for not much more than I would pay for off the shelf stuff in the US.

It might not sound like much of a deal but I tell 'ya, there's nothing as comfortable as wearing a shirt that's tailored for your paunch and pants that are tailored for your fat a$$ :tshirt:

What a cheek. kenc has neither a paunch nor a fat ass, but is always beautifully turned out in tailored shirts. However I get his point. In August I took home 4 pair pant and one suit. When I buy my suit I always ask for a pair of pant and jacket made from same roll of fabric. As soon as you say suit add on 7000 baht. My tailor (REX on South Sathorn) is a professional. I always say there is no rush but goods all made within 3 days. The beautiful white work shirts for my guy were made to measure and less expensive than those at Robinson's and far more stylish and great quality cotton.

I find it best to give then something to work from. I brought a pair of pant with me which fit perfectly. They made a pattern from them. All pant lined passed the knee and all of beautiful fine wool. Do not get fobbed off with those cheap synthetics they try and lump you with. A little more money gives you a LOT more quality.

Cheers
krobbie

You will not find "2xist" underwear for sale in Thailand (not real ones at least). They are manufactured in Thailand but for export only. You will have to shop at higher end stores such as Robinsons to get Western quality (and western size) clothing.

As to Bootleg DVDs at US customs. They are very good at spotting fakes (by the packaging and labeling). They will take them from you. You better have a receipt from a reputable retail store to prove otherwise. Same goes for fake watches , purses etc.

As to Bootleg DVDs at US customs. They are very good at spotting fakes (by the packaging and labeling). They will take them from you. You better have a receipt from a reputable retail store to prove otherwise. Same goes for fake watches , purses etc.That was my impression also, hence my surprise when a poster suggested otherwise (even though it's supposedly "government policy")

As to Bootleg DVDs at US customs. They are very good at spotting fakes (by the packaging and labeling). They will take them from you. You better have a receipt from a reputable retail store to prove otherwise. Same goes for fake watches , purses etc.That was my impression also, hence my surprise when a poster suggested otherwise (even though it's supposedly "government policy")

Yep, the bootleg DVDs are easy to spot so trying to sneak them in doesn't work. But I always bring 1 back into the county (usually the newest blockbuster) and declare it on the customs form. In 20 years of travel to SE Asia I've only had customs question this once, and when I explained it was legal and posted in their "Before You Go" brochure he gave me a dirty look and passed me on through. Used to do the same with CDs but use an Ipod these days so don't buy CDs anymore.

[Dboy]

As to Bootleg DVDs at US customs. They are very good at spotting fakes (by the packaging and labeling). They will take them from you. You better have a receipt from a reputable retail store to prove otherwise. Same goes for fake watches , purses etc.

Create a backup .iso image of the CD/DVD's you plan on bringing back. you could then upload the data to online file storage somewhere and/or put the image on a thumbdrive or laptop...if it's just 1 or two images, you could try renaming them something to blend into your operating system. For instance in windows, you could rename your new Britney Spears CD fresh from Pantip Plaza as "pagefile.sys" and store that somewhere on a hard drive. Pagefile.sys is a known system file that is usually fairly large. This will not survive a full forensic analysis but in other situations should be fine. Another file name that works well is ".." that's 2 dots, and in windows you may have to put the quotes around it to get it to work. 2 dots has a special meaning on a command-line and may not stand out as interesting when viewing a directory. I use the online storage method. The upload takes awhile but there are no worries at customs.

If you have no time for this amount of geekiness, you could try putting the disc in your laptop's CD tray and hope for the best. It's probably less likely to be discovered there than wrapped up in your underwear.

If you have time for MORE geekiness, check into "alternate data streams" in windows.

dboy

RE: DVDs

Just got home to the US with my pirated copy of Hancock (don't bitch about my movie selection, please) and had no problem with customs . . . and then had a little chat with the agent about the legality of bringing one (only) in. He laughed. He says they confiscate lots of DVDs - not for their illegality so much as the failure to declare. And then clarified that as I had declared the DVD on my form there was no problem with me bring a single DVD into the country; but had I not declared it, they would have confiscated it.

Mmmmmmm, probably wouldn't test this with porno though . . . .

You just take your chances, I always bring back lots of bootleg software. I don't bring back many DVDs anymore with the advent of NETFLICKS and available software in the US to copy them if need be. I've never been stopped and had my luggage inspected in 15+ trips. If it happens, I'll just be happy I got them through all the other times...

[Dboy]

Hi Everyone!
Since I'm taking my first trip to Thailand in December for a month and a half I have a question about clothes that are good to purchase there.

I have a few suggestions for you. There's a shopping area called "Made in Thailand" on the right side of 2nd Road heading north before you reach Dolphin roundabout, almost across from the Mike Shopping in North Pattaya. There's a store near the back of this shopping complex with some REALLY cool handmade clothes..things like the Thai fishermans pants of course, but also handmade shirts, bags, all kinds of cool and unique stuff. I can highly recommend the place, but not so easy to find the first time. The rest of the "Made in Thailand" stores have...crap. Mostly. Luggage and backpacks are a really good deal. Their underwear is cheap..price and quality.

Mike Shopping (the one mentioned above, NOT the one in South Pattaya) has some decent stuff but the prices are higher than you really need to pay.

Thai boxing shorts: there are a FEW places where you can buy the very high-quality silk muay thai boxing shorts. Some people like to give these as a unique gift. I would highly recommend studying them (stitching, material,etc) carefully before buying them. The tourist shops have boxing shorts but most of them look good but are crap.

There are a few shops in town that have high quality clothes, clubware etc, but in my experience the sized have always been too small for me. There's a shop near Tukcom that has nice club clothes, I dont recall their underwear selection. It's on the road that is nearest to the Starbucks at Tukcom. Walk back from south road on that small soi and the club clothes shop will be on the left, almost across from the text-and-talk language school.

If you're into S&M/bondage gear there's a place on Soi Buakhao on the right, just before central road. Decent selection of stuff, but not high quality. With S&M gear, handmade/custom is best. And S&M is not really a Thai thing anyway. Better selection of kink stuff in Tokyo, Berlin, New Orleans, New York.

Dboy