How to Find the Right Clothing Manufacturer

Описание: Finding a factory isn’t just about who can sew. It’s about alignment, quality, timing, and trust. In this video I break down how to find the right clothing manufacturer step by step, share real stories from my first factory searches, and give you the exact questions to ask before you commit.

What you’ll learn:
Where to search: sourcing shows, vetted directories, LinkedIn, referrals, and sample rooms
How to vet capabilities: categories, machinery, in-house vs outsourced work, sample room setup
MOQs and pricing: how to talk volumes, small-order fees, and realistic cost ranges
Sampling the smart way: fit samples, fabric swatches, dyes, and approval flow
Quality control: tolerances, defect allowances, remake policies, and sign-off points
Timelines & logistics: development vs production lead times, rush options, shipping and export docs
Communication & transparency: points of contact, update cadence, portals, and NDAs
Red flags to avoid and green flags that signal a great partner

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-Iconic Fashion Figure


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Time Stamps:

00:00 How I Chose My Manufacturer
01:06 Why I Picked Riche Stitch as a Manufacturer
01:42 All-in-One Factory Services for New Brands
03:15 What To Look For in a Factory Partner
03:57 Communication Red Flags When Vetting Factories
09:06 Taking the Risk on a New Factory
10:22 Behind the Scenes: Timelines, Losses and Lessons
12:23 Mindset for Designers: Ditch Fear and Doubt
15:01 Letting Go of Control while Keeping the Vision
16:09 How I Actually Found Factories: Shows, Platforms, LinkedIn
17:07 Factory #1: Poor First Impression and Why I Passed
18:03 Factory #2: The “Yes-Man” Problem
20:21 Factory #3: Transparency, Free Samples, Clear MOQs
22:26 Reviewing Samples, Swatches and Custom Dyes
27:16 Factory #4: Hungry, New and Fast Turnaround
28:13 What I Kept vs. Cut and Why
29:15 Interview Questions to Vet a Clothing Manufacturer
31:14 MOQs, Sample Rooms and In-House vs. Outsourced
33:02 Lead Times, Small Order Fees and Rush Options
34:41 Logistics, Shipping and Export Documents
35:53 How to Get Production Updates and Set Cadence
37:11 Risk Management, Defects and Remake Policies
38:21 How a Good Factory Partner Should Make You Feel
39:34 Hire People Who Work Like You

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