Question 1

What is the minimum order quantity for custom clothing t-shirts, and is it firm per style or color?

Accepted Answer

MOQs typically start at 50 units per style and colorway, though some factory partners can go as low as 25 units depending on the fabric and decoration method. Your production team will confirm exact MOQs when you submit your brief, since factors like sublimation all-over prints or organic cotton sourcing can shift the minimum. Each unique combination of style, color, and size counts toward its own MOQ.

Question 2

How much does a t-shirt sample cost and how long does it take, separate from production?

Accepted Answer

Sample development is a separate phase from production. After you submit your brief, your production team sends a detailed quote for sampling. Turnaround for a first sample is usually 10-15 business days depending on complexity - a slim fit crew neck in jersey knit will be faster than a raglan with sublimation graphics, for example. You review, request revisions, and approve before any production order is placed.

Question 3

What is the production lead time once my clothing t-shirt sample is approved?

Accepted Answer

Production lead time after sample approval generally runs 3-5 weeks. For example, a run of 250 custom crew neck tees in cotton with screen print graphics and woven labels would typically land around 4 weeks. Your production team tracks every milestone from fabric cutting through final quality inspection and keeps you updated on timing throughout.

Question 4

Do you offer tiered pricing at different quantity levels for t-shirts?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pricing tiers exist at 25, 50, 100, 250, and 500 units, and per-unit cost drops as volume increases. We never publish fixed unit prices because your quote depends on the specific materials, decoration methods, and finishing details in your brief. Submit a brief through the platform and your production team returns a detailed, tiered quote so you can plan your drop at the right volume.

Question 5

What private label and white label options are available for custom t-shirts?

Accepted Answer

Private label scope covers everything from woven neck labels and printed care info to custom hangtags and branded packaging like polybags, boxes, or mailers. You can bundle all branding elements into one production run or pick them a la carte. White label tees - blanks produced to your spec with no branding - are also available if you want to add your own labels after delivery.

Question 6

Can you source specific materials like organic cotton or bamboo from just a brief, or do I need a full tech pack?

Accepted Answer

Either approach works. If you have a named-fabric tech pack specifying, say, 180 GSM GOTS-certified organic cotton, your production team matches it with the right manufacturing partner. If you only have a concept - like a soft, breathable bamboo tee for a sustainable line - you submit a brief describing the hand feel, weight, and any certifications you need, and the team sources swatches for your approval before sampling begins.

Question 7

Can you do custom pattern grading from my own measurements instead of stock templates?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Your production team builds a custom size spec from your measurements, whether you are developing for men, girls, or plus size fits. Grading is done across your full size run so each size scales correctly from your base pattern - no stock templates unless you specifically request them. This is especially important for styles like slim fit or raglan where proportions differ significantly from generic cuts.

Question 8

Can I mix sizes and colors within a single t-shirt MOQ?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can split your order across multiple sizes and colors within one MOQ as long as each colorway meets the factory minimum, which your production team confirms in your quote. For instance, a 100-unit run of short sleeve crew necks could include three colors across five sizes. Your brief just needs to specify the size and color breakdown so the manufacturer can plan cutting and dye lots efficiently.

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