Custom tailoring orders

Tailoring Orders Online in Kenya

Replace scattered measurement chats with a clear order page for custom dresses, suits, alterations, workwear, and coordinated event outfits.

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Seller setup

How to set up your custom tailoring orders on LinkDuka

Follow the steps for this business type, then review each request or order before confirming the work.

  1. Create a custom order listing

    Describe the garment, starting price, expected turnaround, and the measurements you need.

  2. Share it with your customers

    Use one shop link for WhatsApp enquiries, social posts, and repeat clients.

  3. Review measurements and confirm

    Check the submitted garment details and agree on fitting, completion date, and payment.

Seller playbook

Collect the information needed to quote accurately

Custom clothing is difficult to price from a short message. Ask customers to choose the garment type, provide the measurements you actually use, and explain the fabric or finish they want. A reference image helps show the cut or style, but confirm the final design and price with the customer before starting work.

Set expectations on fittings, fabric supply, alterations, and turnaround time. If the price depends on fabric or design complexity, describe the starting price and explain that you will confirm the final quote after reviewing the request.

Handle individual, uniform, and event-team orders

A single custom outfit, a set of school uniforms, and matching clothes for a wedding party need different information. Use the order type that fits the work: custom clothing for an individual, uniform set for student items and sizes, or an event team order for several people's measurements.

Before confirming, check that every size and item is accounted for. Agree on a fitting or collection date and record the payment terms clearly so the customer and tailor share the same expectations.

A custom tailoring order checklist

Choose only the details you need to quote and make the garment. Confirm measurements with the customer before cutting fabric.

  • Garment - Identify the item, fabric source, style, and finish.
  • Measurements - Select the fields your tailoring process actually uses.
  • Reference - Invite a style photo, while noting that final design details need confirmation.
  • Timeline - Explain fittings, alterations, collection, and the expected completion date.
FAQ

Custom tailoring orders: common questions.

Can customers submit clothing measurements?

Yes. Tailoring request forms can collect the measurement fields you choose for a custom garment.

Can a customer attach a reference photo?

Yes. Tailoring requests support a reference photo so a customer can show the style they have in mind.

Can I take orders for a wedding group?

Yes. The event-team order type lets a customer submit a group order and collect each member's measurements.

Can I take school uniform orders?

Yes. Uniform-set requests can collect student details and sizes for the required items.

Is every custom order automatically accepted?

No. The customer submits a request; review the measurements, scope, price, and timeline before confirming the work.

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