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Custom Samples

Physical prototype validation before bulk manufacturing. Order custom samples to check fabric weight, fit, stitching, and prints.

Prototyping

Precision Prototyping: Custom Apparel Sampling

We believe you should see and feel your designs before mass production starts. Our custom sampling service creates a physical prototype of your garment incorporating your chosen fabrics, customized sizing dimensions, neck tags, and prints.

This ensures that when mass production starts, the fit, styling details, color fastness, and stitch quality meet your expectations.

Precision custom tag sampling
Workflow

How the Custom Sampling Process Works

01

Submit Design Specs

Send us your tech pack, mockup, or styling measurements along with details of print graphics, custom colors, and tags.

02

Prototype Creation

Our sample tailors weave, cut, stitch, print, and label your garment exactly according to design parameters.

03

Approve or Revise

We ship the sample to your door. You review the fit, stitching, and prints. Approve it for bulk manufacturing or request adjustments.

Top Quality

Fast Turnarounds & Low Sampling Costs

Get physical prototypes in just 7 to 10 days with express DHL delivery. Sampling fees are fully credited back upon placing bulk orders.

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Sample Options

Diverse Sample Options Tailored for You

You can order samples for specific components or full retail-ready packages. Our options include:

  • Apparel Prototyping: Full garment cut and sew, fabric weights check, styling silhouettes validation.
  • Logo & Branding: Physical strike-offs of screen prints, custom puff ink overlays, flat embroidery setups, and 3D patches.
  • Packaging Elements: Custom frosted slide bags, clear branded bags, and barcode tags.
  • Custom Tags: Cardboard hangtags, neck woven labels, and printed collar size stamps.
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Sampling FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Samples

It typically takes 7 to 10 working days to produce a custom sample, depending on fabric availability, custom colors, and logo complexity. Once finished, we ship it via DHL express, which takes 3 to 4 days worldwide.
Yes, absolutely! The purpose of sampling is validation. If you need adjustments in sleeve lengths, waist tightness, print placement, or thread color, we update the details in the manufacturing specs sheet before mass production. If changes are complex, we can create a secondary sample for your approval.
No, there is no MOQ for sampling. You can order a single sample of any style. We do charge a setup fee to cover screens, molds, and tailored cutting, which is fully credited back to you when you place the bulk order.
Yes, we can print custom slide bags, boxes, or cardboard wraps as part of the sampling process. If you want full custom printed boxes or custom molded zipper pulls, we charge separate setup fees for the custom tooling and screens.
Get in touch via our contact form or WhatsApp widget. Share your flat sketches, reference links, dimensions, and fabric weights. Our sourcing manager will send a pricing quote. Once payment is confirmed, our sample tailors begin.