by Mira and n'Jessi
What can a Tailor do?
A tailor can make clothing that looks fashionable and can also have some bonuses in it.
What profession are Tailors now?
When the NGE came out in mid-November, Tailor was combined with Chef, Merchant, and part of Artisan to create a new profession: Domestic Goods Trader.
Bio-Engineered Clothing
For any and all questions regarding BE clothing, please see Mira’s Guide to Bio-Engineered Clothing.
Loot: Jabba Schematics, Heavy Duty Leather, Heavy Clasps, Crystalline Clothing Treatments
For any and all questions regarding looted schematics and components, please see Jessi’s guide.
Skill Tapes and Sockets
I want four sockets. MWah!
The ability to create items with multiple sockets was removed with Chapter 5. Clothing can now have a maximum of 1 socket.
How do skill tapes work?
You drag a skill tape onto your item and drop it on. A skill tape takes up one socket. Skill tapes are added after the item is crafted. Skill tapes can be removed using a socket retrofit tool but doing this destroys the tape (but it gives you your socket back).
Are there limitations on how to apply skill tapes?
No.
What is the maximum bonus?
+35 to a stat but see the Reverse Engineering Guide for more details.
What is the most number of items I can wear which have sockets?
Shirt, pants, vest or jacket, gloves, boots, hat, bandolier, belt. Jewelry can not have a socket. If you wear a vest you may wear armor bracers, but those take armor attachments.
How many items of clothing can I wear with armor?
You can wear a shirt and a bandolier. That's it.
Fashion
I love pretty things! How do I find a tailor?
The best way to find a tailor near you is to ask around on your server. Most entertainers have relationships with several tailors. If you want to find a tailor shop, you can try using the global map under vendors -> clothing, or you can search the bazaar for clothing that you like and then find the shop at which the clothing is sold using the global bazaar listings.
Should I buy clothes on the bazaar?
This is really up to you. Always check the condition of the clothing. It may be better to use the global listings on the bazaar to find a shop you like, because things sold on the bazaar are sometimes used or looted.
Should I vendor shop or custom order?
There are advantages to both. It really depends on your schedule (i.e. whether you're on at weird hours) and your shopping style (whether you like to browse). I would definitely start out vendor shopping first to become familiar with the garment names, so that you know what to custom order. I would also recommend NOT mixing and matching from different sources. What one tailor considers "red" the other may not. Best to buy an entire outfit from one tailor.
How should I custom order?
First, figure out the garments you want. You can do that by going to an online catalog. Then select the color. Many online catalogs have a color chart to refer to. Then get in touch with your tailor. Most tailors prefer to do business via e-mail because it's less intrusive upon privacy, and at the same time provides an easy reference list of what to make. If you're short on funds, make sure to ask for a price quote up front.
I want red boots and dusters!
Unfortunately not all garments come in all colors. Boots and dusters both come in a drab palette.
What items can I wear together?
Here's a list of items that do not go together:
What items are race-restricted?
What items are gender-restricted?
See this list.
Components
What is the best way to find a Tailor to make components for armor or chef casks?
Because there is no experimentation involved in any component (except Wookiee armor padding, for which experimentation may or may not matter) try to find a non-master Tailor. Normally, non-masters need cash, while master Tailors are usually too busy to make components.
Do I buy crates from a vendor? Have the Tailor specially make a batch for me?
Generally this is up to the Tailor. Usually it is better to reserve an entire same-serialed "batch" because it makes large factory runs easier.
Can I bring my own materials? What about using my own factory?
Sometimes it's easier to bring your own materials, get a schematic, and run it in your own factory because the Tailor's factory is busy. However, you still should pay the tailor for his or her time. It's very inconvenient to make schematics, and Tailors don't appreciate the expectation that they will work for free if they are not using their own resources.
Content updated July 19, 2007