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South Bund Fabric Market · Shanghai
The Best Tailor at South Bund Fabric Market
For over two decades, Wuyue Bespoke Tailoring has been the go-to destination for international visitors seeking quality, English-speaking tailoring inside Shanghai's legendary South Bund Fabric Market (南外滩轻纺面料市场). In Chinese, our shop name is 五岳洋服, so visitors can recognize the same tailor across English search results, maps, and local signage.
Find UsShop 256, 2nd Floor · No. 399 Lujiabang Road
Huangpu District, Shanghai · Metro Line 4, Nanpu Bridge Station
Huangpu District, Shanghai · Metro Line 4, Nanpu Bridge Station
Why Travellers Search for It
Where Shanghai Tourism Meets Tailoring
Many visitors discover Wuyue while planning a broader Shanghai itinerary. South Bund Fabric Market is close enough to The Bund, Old Town, and Yu Garden to fit naturally into a day of sightseeing, but it offers something those landmarks do not: a chance to leave Shanghai with a garment made to your measurements.
For business travellers and short-stay tourists, this makes the market one of the few places in Shanghai where shopping, local history, and a practical service genuinely overlap. Wuyue's role is to turn that visit into a clear tailoring plan rather than an overwhelming market browse.
Popular reasons visitors come to Wuyue
- They want a trusted tailor in Shanghai, not just the cheapest shop.
- They are staying near The Bund or in central Huangpu and need an easy visit.
- They want English-speaking guidance on fabrics, timing, and fit decisions.
- They want to combine a Shanghai trip with a suit, shirt, or wedding order.
About the Market
Shanghai's Tailoring Capital Since 1994
The South Bund Fabric Market — officially the South Bund Soft-Spinning Material Market (南外滩轻纺面料市场) — sits on the south bank of the Huangpu River, just minutes from the historic Bund. Since its establishment in 1994, it has grown into the most recognised tailoring destination in China for international visitors.
With over 400 vendors across five floors offering fabrics, accessories, and tailoring services, the market attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. Shanghai's 240-hour visa-free transit policy — available to citizens of 55+ countries — has made South Bund even more accessible to travelers from around the world.
Foreign visitors come for the unparalleled fabric selection, the competitive pricing, and the ability to have garments made to their exact measurements during a short stay. The market is particularly popular with English-speaking visitors from the UK, USA, Australia, France, and Germany.
Established1994
The South Bund Fabric Market has been the centre of Shanghai's tailoring trade for over three decades.
Market Size5 Floors
Over 400 vendors across five levels offer fabrics, trimmings, and tailoring services under one roof.
Annual Visitors500,000+
Hundreds of thousands of domestic and international visitors come each year to commission custom clothing.
Countries Served55+
Eligible travellers from over 55 countries can visit Shanghai visa-free, making South Bund a world-class tailoring destination.
Choosing a Tailor
How to Judge a South Bund Tailor Properly
The market is famous, but fame does not make every shop equal. International visitors usually get the best result when they compare process, communication, and timeline clarity before comparing price.
Check how they handle travellers
Short-stay visitors need realistic turnaround advice, hotel fitting options, and a clear shipping plan if they leave Shanghai before final delivery.
Use English clarity as a quality signal
If a tailor can explain fabric, silhouette, and price differences in plain English, the risk of misunderstanding drops sharply. That is one reason foreign visitors come back to established shops year after year.
Why Wuyue
The Trusted Choice for International Visitors
Inside a market with over 400 vendors, choosing the right tailor matters. Here is why hundreds of international clients choose Wuyue every year.
20+ Years at South Bund
Since 2004, Wuyue has been one of the most trusted tailoring shops at the market. Our longevity is proof of our quality and client relationships.
English-First Communication
Every stage of your order is conducted in clear English — from the first consultation to shipping instructions. No language barrier, no misunderstandings.
Direct Fabric Access
Being inside the market means you choose from thousands of cloths in person, with our guidance. No middlemen, no hidden markups.
International Shipping
Can't stay until your garment is ready? We ship completed orders worldwide via DHL and EMS. We've sent suits to over 40 countries.
Archived Measurements
We keep your full measurement record on file. Repeat orders — shirts, trousers, new suits — can be placed remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Transparent Pricing
We explain our pricing clearly before you commit. Suits typically range from USD 200–500. No surprises, no pressure.
Getting Here
Find Our Atelier
AddressShop 256, 2nd Floor
No. 399 Lujiabang Road
Huangpu District, Shanghai 200011
No. 399 Lujiabang Road
Huangpu District, Shanghai 200011
By Metro
Metro Line 4 → Nanpu Bridge Station (南浦大桥站)
Exit 3 → 3-minute walk
By Taxi / DiDi
Say: 南外滩轻纺面料市场 (Nán Wàitān Qīngfǎng Liàoliao Shìchǎng)
399 Lujiabang Road · Huangpu District
Opening Hours
Monday – Sunday: 09:00 – 18:00
Next Step
Plan Your Visit to South Bund
Share your travel dates and what you'd like made — we'll confirm your appointment slot, advise on timing, and prepare fabric options before you arrive.