Brand building Feb 22, 2027 6 min read
How to Find a Clothing Manufacturer (US, EU, Asia)
Finding a manufacturer is the hardest step. US, EU, Asia all have different MOQs, prices, leadtimes, quality. Pick by your stage + values.
The Chart
| Region | MOQ | Cost | Leadtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| US (LA, NYC) | 50-300/style | $$ | 6-12 weeks |
| EU (Portugal, Italy) | 100-500 | $ | 8-12 weeks |
| Asia mid (Vietnam) | 500-1000 | $ | 10-14 weeks |
| Asia low (Bangladesh, China) | 1000-5000 | $ | 12-16 weeks + shipping |
| Domestic POD (Printful) | 1 | $$ | 2-7 days |
FAQs
Where to start finding?
Maker's Row (US), Faire wholesale (cross-region), Alibaba (Asia), SEDEX (vetted EU). For premium quality: trade shows like Texworld, Première Vision in France.
Should I get samples first?
Yes. Always sample before bulk ordering. Pay $50-300 for sample run. Adjust + reorder samples until perfect, then commit to bulk.
Need this on your store?
Tailor Size Guide ships pre-built size charts for Shopify.