Name: Custom button down
Brand: THE/STUDIO
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What is the minimum order quantity for custom button downs, and is it firm?

Accepted Answer

MOQs are set per style and colorway, not across your entire order. Most button down factories in our network start at 50 units per style-color combination, though some manufacturers offer lower minimums for development runs. Your production team can negotiate flexibility depending on fabric, decoration complexity, and factory capacity - just submit a brief and we will confirm the exact MOQ for your project.

Question 2

How much does a button down sample cost, and how long does it take?

Accepted Answer

Sample cost and timeline are quoted separately from production. After you submit your brief, your production team sources the right factory, and a sample is typically delivered in 2-4 weeks depending on complexity - for example, a cotton button up with custom buttons and embroidery may sit at the longer end. The sample fee is returned as a line item in your brief response and is independent of your production quote.

Question 3

What is the production lead time for a custom button down order?

Accepted Answer

Production lead time depends on style, material, and decoration methods. As a concrete example, a run of 250 long sleeve cotton button downs with woven labels and custom buttons typically takes 4-6 weeks after sample approval. Your production team tracks every milestone from fabric cutting through final QC and shipping so you can plan your drop with confidence.

Question 4

Do you offer tiered pricing for button downs at different quantities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pricing tiers exist at common break points - 25, 50, 100, 250, and 500 units - and unit cost decreases as volume increases. We never publish fixed unit prices because every project is different. Submit a brief with your specs, and your production team will return a detailed quote showing the cost at each relevant tier so you can pick the quantity that fits your budget and launch plan.

Question 5

What private label and white label options are available for button downs?

Accepted Answer

Full private label scope is available. That includes woven labels at the neck, custom hangtags, screen-printed care info, branded or custom-finish buttons, and custom packaging such as branded boxes, polybags, or mailers. You can bundle everything into one brief or add items a la carte. White label options are also available if you want to start with a blank base and add only your branding elements.

Question 6

Can I source specific materials for my button downs, or do I need a tech pack?

Accepted Answer

Either path works. If you have a named-fabric tech pack - say a specific weight of denim or a viscose/rayon blend - your production team will match it through our factory network. If you are still exploring, just describe what you are after in your brief. Our team can recommend materials like cotton, denim, viscose/rayon, or even latex based on your design intent, drape preferences, and target hand feel.

Question 7

Can you grade patterns from my own measurements instead of using stock templates?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Your production team can build a full size-graded pattern set from your custom measurements, whether you are developing an oversized silhouette, a cropped button down, or a fitted short sleeve style. You are not locked into stock templates - if you supply a base spec or even a reference garment, the manufacturing team will grade across your full size run to your exact proportions.

Question 8

Can I mix sizes and colors within one MOQ for a single button down style?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can split sizes and colors within one MOQ as long as each individual colorway meets the factory's per-color minimum. For example, if your MOQ is 50 units for a long sleeve button up, you could distribute those across multiple sizes and two colorways, provided each color hits the per-color floor. Your production team will lay out the optimal split when they return your brief quote.

Question 9

How do I find the right button down factory for my brand?

Accepted Answer

You do not have to search on your own. When you submit a brief on THE/STUDIO, your built-in production team matches your project to the best-fit factory from our network of 1,500+ vetted manufacturers worldwide. They evaluate each button down factory based on your material needs, decoration methods like embroidery or screen print, target audience - whether that is women, men, or boys - and your timeline, so you can focus on designing your collection instead of vetting factories.

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