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Made-to-Measure Shirts in Nairobi

Made-to-Measure Shirts in Nairobi Cut to Your Measurements

Custom dress shirts, smart casual shirts and casual shirts built for men and women working in Nairobi. Cut to your chest, waist, shoulder, sleeve and collar. Choose your fabric, collar shape, cuff style and details. Consultation at your home or office, free pickup and delivery across Nairobi.

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Why Off-the-Rack Shirts Never Fit Nairobi Professionals

Most working professionals in Nairobi buy shirts cut to a standard size chart that matches almost nobody. The result is a shirt that looks fine on a hanger and feels wrong by the time you reach your desk.

  • Shirts that fit the neck but balloon at the waist.
  • Shirts that fit the chest but pull tight at the collar by mid-morning.
  • Sleeves that are too long, too short, or that stop halfway between the wrist and the knuckle.
  • Shoulders that sit an inch too wide or an inch too narrow because the size chart splits the difference.
  • Shirt tails that come untucked the moment you sit down in a meeting.

The problem is not your body. Factory sizing is built around an average that almost nobody matches. When a shirt is cut to your measurements, the fit stops being a compromise and starts being correct.

Three Types of Made-to-Measure Shirts We Make

Every made-to-measure shirt in Nairobi is built around the way you actually use it. Dress shirts for the office and formal settings. Smart casual shirts for the days between formal and casual. Casual shirts for the weekend and for clients whose working week is less formal.

Dress Shirts

Long sleeve and short sleeve. Poplin, oxford and twill in plain colours, stripes and checks. Built with a clean collar, a placket you can wear with or without a tie, and a hem that stays tucked through a full working day. Available with French cuffs, monograms and a matched or contrasting inner collar and cuff.

Starting fromKSh 3,000

Smart Casual Shirts

Cut slightly softer than a dress shirt. Perfect for the days you wear a blazer without a tie, or a chino and a loafer without a jacket. Available in softer cottons, linen and linen blends that handle Nairobi's climate. Collar, cuff and pocket details are chosen to sit properly when the shirt is worn open at the neck.

Starting fromKSh 3,200

Casual Shirts

For the weekend and for clients in less formal workplaces. Softer fabrics, more relaxed cuts and details like a slightly shorter body, a camp collar or a button-down collar. Same measurements, same fit quality as the dress shirts, just cut for the way you actually use it.

Starting fromKSh 3,200

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Made-to-Measure Shirts for Men and Women in Nairobi

The construction logic is different for men's shirts and women's shirts, and the measurements are different. Both are handled on the same bench, with the same fabric range and the same fit guarantee.

Men's made-to-measure shirts

Men's shirts are cut to your neck, chest, waist, shoulder, sleeve length and sleeve width. The pattern is adjusted at each of those points so the shirt sits cleanly without pulling anywhere. We take specific measurements for the shoulder slope, the armhole, the cuff opening and the shirt length, because those are the points where an off-the-rack shirt fails most often for Nairobi men. The collar is set to your neck measurement plus a small allowance for comfort, so the shirt sits properly without being tight. Sleeve length is measured to the wrist bone, not to the base of the thumb, so the cuff sits at the correct point on the hand.

Men's made-to-measure shirts start from KSh 3,000. Details are confirmed at your consultation. The most common details chosen by Nairobi professionals are a semi-spread collar, single-button mitred cuffs, no pocket, a plain placket and a small monogram on the cuff or the tail. Every one of those is optional.

Women's made-to-measure shirts

Women's shirts are cut to a different base pattern that accounts for the bust, the waist and the hip, with shaping at the bust and the side seams. The measurements we take for women's shirts include the bust, the underbust, the natural waist, the hip, the shoulder, the sleeve length and the shirt length. Where a client wants a shirt that skims rather than shapes, we cut it with a straighter silhouette. Where a client wants a shaped shirt, we cut it with bust darts and side shaping. Both are made from the same fabric range as men's shirts, and both start from KSh 3,200.

Women's shirts are the same price band as men's shirts because the construction work is the same. The patterns are different, but the fabric, the thread, the buttons and the time on the bench are equivalent. We do not charge extra for smaller or larger sizes, and we do not charge extra for the pattern difference.

Fabrics for Made-to-Measure Shirts in Nairobi

Nairobi's climate is hard on shirts. A shirt has to handle cool mornings, hot middays, the dry season dust and the long rains humidity. The fabric choice matters as much as the fit, and we help you choose the right one at your consultation.

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Poplin

The classic dress shirt fabric. Crisp, smooth, easy to press and it holds a crease well. Best for formal offices, boardrooms and client-facing days.

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Oxford

Slightly heavier and more textured than poplin. Softer to wear, more relaxed, and it improves with age. Good for smart casual days and for clients who want a shirt that works across the week.

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Twill

A subtle diagonal weave that sits between poplin and oxford. Dresses up easily, dresses down easily, and holds its shape through a long day. One of the most versatile choices for Nairobi.

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Linen and Linen Blends

The coolest option for Nairobi's dry season and the coast. Breathes, moves and looks correct in a smart casual setting. Pure linen creases naturally. Blends reduce the creasing.

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Performance Fabrics

Wrinkle resistant and moisture wicking. Best for clients who travel, who work long hours, or who want a shirt that comes out of the bag looking presentable.

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Pattern Options

Plain colours, stripes, checks, herringbone and subtle textures. Solid white and blue are the working wardrobe staples. Stripes and checks add character for clients who want it.

Fabric selection happens at your consultation, with samples you can see and feel. If you have a fabric you have bought separately, we can work with that too.

How Made-to-Measure Shirts Work

Five steps from the first WhatsApp message to a shirt that fits. Every step is handled in Nairobi, with no need to visit a workshop unless you want to.

  1. Book a Consultation

    Send a WhatsApp message and we schedule a visit to your home or office anywhere in Nairobi. Free, no obligation.

  2. Pick Your Fabric

    We bring fabric samples. Choose poplin, oxford, twill, linen or performance fabric. Choose your colour and your pattern.

  3. Get Measured

    Full measurement set: neck, chest, waist, shoulder, sleeve length, sleeve width, cuff opening and shirt length. About 20 minutes.

  4. First Fitting

    Your shirt is basted and tried on before final stitching. Small adjustments are made at this stage so the finished shirt sits correctly.

  5. Final Delivery

    The finished shirt is delivered to your address, pressed and ready to wear. Balance is settled on delivery by M-Pesa, cash or bank transfer.

What a Made-to-Measure Shirt Fixes That Alteration Cannot

Alteration can improve a shirt that is already close to your size. Made-to-measure fixes the things alteration cannot reach, because it starts from your measurements rather than from a size chart.

  • Neck and collar. A made-to-measure collar is cut to your neck plus the correct allowance. No pulling, no gap, no slack.
  • Shoulder width. The shoulder seam sits exactly on your shoulder point. Not an inch wide, not an inch narrow.
  • Sleeve length and sleeve width. Cuff sits at the wrist bone. Sleeve width is correct for the arm without ballooning at the forearm.
  • Chest and waist balance. The shirt is not cut straight from chest to hem. It is cut to your chest, tapered to your waist, and eased back out at the hem so it stays tucked.
  • Shirt length. Long enough to stay tucked all day, not so long that it bunches at the hip. Correct length for the way you wear it.
  • Collar shape. Chosen to suit your face shape and the way you wear the shirt, with or without a tie.
  • Cuff style. Single button, double button, French, mitred or rounded. Correct cuff opening for your wrist and any watch you wear.
  • Detail choices. Pocket or no pocket, placket style, back yoke, monogram. All decided by you at the consultation.

Why Nairobi Professionals Choose FitFix for Made-to-Measure Shirts

Six reasons clients across Westlands, Karen, Kilimani, Lavington and the wider Nairobi area trust FitFix with their shirt wardrobe.

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14+ Years of Shirt and Tailoring Experience

Over a decade of hands-on bench experience across shirts, suits, jackets and leather goods. Every shirt is cut and constructed by an experienced tailor, not a factory line.

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5-Star Rated on Google

Rated 5.0 stars by clients in Nairobi. Read the reviews for yourself and leave your own after your order.

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Free Pickup and Delivery in Nairobi

We come to you for the consultation, the fitting and the final delivery. No trips to a workshop unless you want one.

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Personal Service from Start to Finish

You deal with the same tailor from consultation to delivery. No call centres, no middlemen, no confusion.

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Premium Fabrics from Trusted Suppliers

Poplin, oxford, twill, linen and performance fabrics suited to Nairobi's climate. Choose from our range or bring your own.

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Perfect Fit Guarantee

One fitting is included with every order. If the shirt still does not fit correctly after the fitting, we correct it at no extra cost.

What Clients Say About Our Made-to-Measure Shirts

A few words from professionals across Nairobi who have ordered made-to-measure shirts from FitFix.

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"I ordered four shirts before a work trip. The consultation was done at my office in Westlands, the fabric choice was simple, and every shirt fits properly. No more pulling at the collar by lunchtime."

Marketing Manager, Westlands

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"I needed smart casual shirts for client meetings where a suit would be too much. FitFix came to my home in Karen and walked me through the options. Three shirts now do most of my week."

Consultant, Karen

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"Ordered five shirts with French cuffs and monograms as a set. The measurements were taken at my office in Kilimani and the finished shirts fit perfectly. Delivery was on time and the packaging was clean."

Finance Director, Kilimani

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Made-to-Measure Shirt Pricing in Nairobi

Every price below is a starting price. The final price depends on the fabric you choose and the construction details you add. Confirmed at your consultation, before any work begins.

Made-to-Measure Shirt Pricing in Nairobi
Shirt Type Starting From Book
Men's Dress Shirt, Long Sleeve KSh 3,000 WhatsApp
Men's Dress Shirt, Short Sleeve KSh 3,000 WhatsApp
Men's Smart Casual Shirt KSh 3,200 WhatsApp
Men's Casual Button-Up Shirt KSh 3,200 WhatsApp
Women's Made-to-Measure Shirt KSh 3,200 WhatsApp
Shirt with French Cuffs and Monogram KSh 3,800 WhatsApp

All prices include free pickup and delivery in Nairobi. 50% deposit to start, 50% on delivery.

Workweek Capsule package available: 3 shirts + 2 trousers + 1 blazer at a bundled price. Ask on WhatsApp for details.

Made-to-Measure Shirt FAQs in Nairobi

Everything you need to know about made-to-measure shirts at FitFix in Nairobi.

How much does a made-to-measure shirt cost in Nairobi?

Made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi start from KSh 3,000 for a basic dress shirt in cotton or cotton blend. Smart casual and casual shirts start from KSh 3,200. Shirts with French cuffs, monograms or upgraded fabric start from KSh 3,800. The final price depends on the fabric you choose and the construction details you add, and it is confirmed at your consultation before any work begins.

How long does a made-to-measure shirt take in Nairobi?

Standard turnaround for a made-to-measure shirt in Nairobi is 10 to 14 days from your measurement appointment, with one fitting included. Most shirts are ready at the earlier end of that range. Rush turnaround is available on some shirts and is confirmed at your consultation.

What is the difference between made-to-measure and bespoke shirts?

A bespoke shirt is drafted from a paper pattern cut specifically for your body. A made-to-measure shirt starts from a base pattern that is adjusted to your measurements at the chest, waist, shoulder, sleeve and collar. Both give a significantly better fit than off-the-rack. Bespoke allows more freedom on details such as the collar shape, cuff style, placket width and button choice, and it takes longer. Made-to-measure is faster and slightly cheaper while still fitting properly.

Can I choose the collar, cuff and button styles?

Yes. Every made-to-measure shirt is built around the details you choose. Collar options include spread, semi-spread, cutaway, button-down, mandarin and club. Cuff options include single button, double button, French cuff, mitred and rounded. Button options include mother of pearl, plastic in matched or contrasting colour, and metal. Placket, pocket, back yoke and monogram details are all confirmed at your consultation.

What fabrics do you use for made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi?

We offer poplin, oxford, twill, herringbone, linen, linen blends and performance fabrics suited to Nairobi's climate. Plain colours, stripes, checks and subtle textures are all available. Fabric selection happens at your consultation with samples you can see and feel. We can also work with fabric you provide if you have one you prefer.

Do you make shirts for women as well as men?

Yes. Made-to-measure shirts for women start from KSh 3,200 and are cut to a woman's measurements at the bust, waist, hip, shoulder, sleeve and collar. Women's shirts can be styled with a straight or shaped hem, with bust darts or without, and with side or back vents. Fabric and construction options are the same as for men's shirts.

Can I order multiple shirts at once?

Yes, and it is usually the best way to build a working wardrobe. Our Workweek Capsule package combines 3 made-to-measure shirts with 2 trousers and 1 blazer at a bundled price. Ordering multiple shirts together means one consultation, one set of measurements and one delivery for the whole set. Ask about shirt-only bundles on WhatsApp.

How do I book a made-to-measure shirt consultation in Nairobi?

Send a WhatsApp message to 0705 728896 with your location in Nairobi and the type of shirts you are interested in. We reply within the hour during opening hours and schedule a free consultation at your home or office. The consultation takes about 30 to 45 minutes and includes fabric selection, measurements and confirmation of details. There is no charge for the consultation and no obligation to order.

More Questions About Made-to-Measure Shirts in Nairobi

These are the exact questions clients ask on WhatsApp before booking a made-to-measure shirt consultation in Nairobi.

Where can I get a made-to-measure shirt in Nairobi without going to a workshop?

FitFix brings the consultation to your home or office anywhere in Nairobi, including Westlands, Karen, Kilimani, Lavington, Kileleshwa, Parklands, Gigiri, Runda, Muthaiga and Riverside. WhatsApp 0705 728896 to book a free visit.

How much does a custom dress shirt cost in Nairobi and can I pay by M-Pesa on delivery?

Custom dress shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,000. Orders are placed with a 50 percent deposit and the balance is paid on delivery by M-Pesa, cash or bank transfer.

Best made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi for professionals who work in an office and wear a tie every day

FitFix makes dress shirts in Nairobi with the correct collar shape, sleeve length and shirt length for daily tie wear. Poplin and twill in solid white and blue are the most common choices. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Where in Nairobi can I get smart casual shirts made without a tie look that still fit properly?

Smart casual shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,200 and are cut slightly softer than a dress shirt, with collar, cuff and hem details suited to wearing without a tie. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your fabric preference.

Who makes the best made-to-measure casual shirts in Nairobi for weekend and travel wear?

FitFix makes casual button-up shirts in Nairobi from KSh 3,200 in softer cottons, linen and linen blends. Cut for comfort without losing the fit. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your fabric and colour preference.

Can I get a made-to-measure shirt with a monogram in Nairobi and choose the placement?

Yes. Monogrammed shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,800. Monogram placement options include the cuff, the chest pocket area, the tail or the inner collar band. WhatsApp 0705 728896 to confirm placement at consultation.

Where in Nairobi can I order five made-to-measure shirts at once for a work wardrobe refresh?

FitFix handles multi-shirt orders in Nairobi with one consultation, one set of measurements and one delivery. Five shirts start from KSh 15,000 depending on fabric. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your count and fabric preference.

Do you make made-to-measure shirts for women in Nairobi with the correct fit at the bust and waist?

Yes. Women's made-to-measure shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,200 and are cut to the bust, waist, hip and shoulder. Straight or shaped hems available, with or without bust darts. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Where in Nairobi can I get short sleeve made-to-measure shirts for hot weather and casual offices?

Short sleeve made-to-measure shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,000 in cotton, cotton blend or performance fabric. Cut to the same fit standard as long sleeve shirts. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your fabric preference.

Can I order made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi with a specific fabric I bought myself?

Yes. FitFix works with client-supplied fabric for made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi. Send us a photo of the fabric and the amount you have on WhatsApp 0705 728896 and we will confirm whether it is enough for the shirt you want.

Where in Nairobi can I get a made-to-measure shirt with French cuffs and cufflinks?

French cuff shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,800. The cuff opening is cut to your wrist with the correct allowance for cufflinks and a watch. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your wrist measurement if you have it, or book a consultation.

Best tailor in Nairobi for made-to-measure shirts with a slim fit that is not too tight

FitFix cuts slim fit shirts in Nairobi to your chest, waist and sleeve width so the fit is correct without being tight anywhere. Slim, regular and relaxed fits are all available. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Where in Nairobi can I get made-to-measure shirts for a larger frame without a size surcharge?

FitFix has no size surcharge on made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi. Larger frames are cut to the correct measurements from the same base fabric and construction options. Shirts start from KSh 3,000. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Can I get made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi with a button-down collar for smart casual wear?

Yes. Button-down collar shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,200 and are cut for smart casual wear. Available in oxford, twill and linen blend fabrics. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your colour preference.

Where in Nairobi can I get made-to-measure shirts that stay tucked through a full working day?

FitFix cuts the correct shirt length and hem shape for your body so the shirt stays tucked through a working day without needing to be readjusted. Shirts start from KSh 3,000. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Can I order a single made-to-measure shirt in Nairobi to test the fit before ordering more?

Yes. FitFix accepts single shirt orders in Nairobi with no minimum. Many clients start with one shirt to confirm the fit and then order a full set. Shirts start from KSh 3,000. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Where in Nairobi can I get made-to-measure shirts with a matched inner collar and cuff contrast?

FitFix makes shirts with matched or contrasting inner collar and cuff detail in Nairobi from KSh 3,800. Confirm the contrast colour at consultation with our fabric samples. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Best made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi for consultants and lawyers who meet clients every day

FitFix cuts dress shirts in Nairobi with a clean collar, a proper shoulder line and a fit that holds up under client-facing wear. Poplin and twill are the most common fabric choices. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Where in Nairobi can I get made-to-measure shirts in linen for the dry season?

Linen and linen blend made-to-measure shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,800 in Nairobi. Linen breathes and stays cool through the dry season. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your colour preference.

Can I get made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi with a mandarin collar for a modern formal look?

Yes. Mandarin collar shirts at FitFix start from KSh 3,800 in Nairobi, cut to your neck measurement and finished with a clean collar band. WhatsApp 0705 728896 to confirm availability at consultation.

Where in Nairobi can I get made-to-measure shirts with no chest pocket for a clean formal look?

No-pocket shirts are the standard at FitFix for formal dress shirts. Chest pocket available on request for smart casual and casual shirts. Shirts start from KSh 3,000. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Can I order made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi for a team or office staff?

Yes. FitFix handles team shirt orders in Nairobi from 5 shirts upward, with per-person measurement and per-person tagging. See the corporate services page or WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your team size.

Where in Nairobi can I get made-to-measure shirts with a specific button colour or style?

Button choice is confirmed at consultation at FitFix. Options include mother of pearl, matched or contrasting plastic, and metal. Shirts start from KSh 3,000 with standard buttons and from KSh 3,800 with upgraded options. WhatsApp 0705 728896.

Best made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi for professionals who travel and need wrinkle resistant fabric

FitFix offers performance fabrics for made-to-measure shirts in Nairobi from KSh 3,800. Wrinkle resistant and moisture wicking, suited to travel and long working days. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your travel schedule.

Where in Nairobi can I get a made-to-measure shirt in time for a specific event or trip?

FitFix schedules made-to-measure shirt production against specific dates where capacity allows, standard turnaround 10 to 14 days with one fitting. Rush options confirmed at consultation. WhatsApp 0705 728896 with your event date.

Ready to Wear Shirts That Actually Fit?

Book a made-to-measure shirt consultation with FitFix today. We come to your home or office anywhere in Nairobi, at no cost and with no obligation. If you are ready to build a shirt wardrobe that fits properly, we are ready to make it.

Free pickup and delivery across Nairobi. 50% deposit to start, 50% on delivery.

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