GARMENT ISTANBUL · FAQ
Clothing manufacturing questions answered
Clear answers before you start your clothing project.
Products
What do you manufacture in-house?
We make T-shirts, polos, hoodies, sweatshirts, sweatpants, shorts and other garments in French terry, single jersey, piqué, interlock and similar knitted fabrics. Embroidery is also in-house. Denim production, printing, washing and garment dyeing are handled by specialist partners.
What are your minimum order quantities?
Standard cut-and-sew knits start at 65 pieces per style and colour. Garment dye, acid wash or vintage wash starts at 150–200 pieces, depending on the process. Adult denim starts at 100 per style and colour, subject to construction and finish. Children’s knits (age 4+) start at 100–120; children’s denim is assessed by project. Repeat orders follow the same minimums.
Can I choose the size breakdown?
Yes. You choose the size breakdown within each style and colour once its minimum quantity is met. Unit prices may vary with fabric consumption and labour; any differences are stated in the quote.
Can you source custom fabrics and Pantone colours?
Low minimums rely on stock fabrics. We first propose the closest stock colour to your Pantone reference. Custom fabric or exact-colour production has separate minimums based on fabric type. Availability is checked again before bulk production.
Private label denim manufacturing in Istanbul
Through specialist production partners, we develop denim jeans, jackets, shorts, skirts and shirts for women, men and children aged 4+. Washing, distressing and decorative stone applications are available. Adult orders use a baseline of 100 pieces per style and colour, reviewed by construction and finish. Children’s denim is assessed by project.
Shirts
Do you manufacture women’s and men’s shirts?
Yes. We produce private label shirts for women and men through specialist production partners. Orders start at 100 pieces per style and colour.
How should I choose the shirt fabric?
We strongly recommend working from a physical fabric or garment reference. Alternatively, we can send fabric swatches close to your requirements and recommend choosing from the physical swatches or shade card before sampling.
What are the lead times and payment terms for shirts?
Sample timing is assessed by model: 7–12 working days for standard shirts, 15–20 for special development. Samples are prepaid in full against a proforma after technical details are confirmed. Bulk production starts after sample approval and a 50% deposit: normally 15–20 working days for standard models and 20–25 for detailed models; the balance is paid before shipment. Project timing is confirmed in advance; transit time is extra.
Sweaters & Knitwear
Which sweater knitwear do you produce?
Our specialist production partners make women’s and men’s sweaters, cardigans, sweater vests and knitted polos. The minimum is 100 pieces per style and colour. Cotton, wool, acrylic and blended yarns are available; we help choose yarn for the design and desired properties.
What are the knitwear lead times and payment terms?
Samples take 10–15 working days; bulk production takes 15–20 working days. Samples are paid in full in advance. Bulk production is paid 50% upfront and 50% before shipment. Shipping time is not included.
How are special knitting techniques and sample costs assessed?
Jacquard, knitted logos and cable-knit designs are reviewed by project for minimum quantities and setup costs. Sample prices depend on the model and knit structure. Any sample credit towards bulk production is also assessed by project and stated in the sample quote.
Sample development
Can I start without a tech pack?
Yes. Send a reference image, sketch or physical garment, quantity, colours, fabric preference and decoration details. We provide free guidance from fabric selection to measurements. Reference development respects intellectual property rights. We develop to order; we do not sell ready stock.
Can I receive fabric swatches first?
Yes, and we recommend it. We supply reasonable quantities and sizes of fabric swatches free of charge; you only cover shipping.
Can I order just a sample, and what does it cost?
Yes. Sampling covers pattern development, fabric, cutting, sewing, agreed decoration and QC. A basic T-shirt with one-colour print or embroidery averages €150, with 50% credited against bulk production. This is an example, not a universal tariff: special setup costs and credits are quoted by project. Sample shipping is extra.
Can we use an existing pattern?
Yes. When using one of our base patterns or a prepared pattern you supply, we deduct the pattern fee from the sample price.
How long do samples and bulk production take?
Samples: 7–12 working days for standard products, 15–20 for specific developments, starting after technical details and prepaid proforma are settled. Bulk: 15–20 working days standard, 20–25 detailed, after sample approval and deposit. Project timing is confirmed before order. Shipping is extra time; urgent work depends on the schedule.
How are sample revisions charged?
For custom-developed patterns, one round of pattern/measurement revisions and the cutting and sewing of a second physical sample can be provided free after the first sample. Print, embroidery and other decoration changes are excluded. Revision-sample shipping is extra. A completely new pattern or further samples are reviewed separately. Previously paid setup fees are not charged again; a new setup required by a change may be charged.
How is the sample approved for production?
We normally send the physical sample directly; photos and videos can precede shipment on request. The approved sample is the production reference for fabric, measurements, workmanship and decoration. Without a physical sample, written approval is required and agreed technical correspondence is the reference.
Who owns the patterns, and are designs confidential?
Custom patterns and technical files paid for in development belong to you and can be supplied for use elsewhere. Our existing base patterns remain ours. We keep developed patterns free indefinitely and sign an NDA on request.
Services
What is included in the quote and how do I pay?
Unit prices include agreed printing, embroidery or washing, ironing, QC and standard packing. Custom labels, packaging and accessories have separate minimums and prices stated in the quote. Bulk payment is 50% upfront and 50% before shipment. Quotes are valid for 15 working days; repeat pricing may be reassessed by quantity.
Can you supply branding and store unused accessories?
Yes, including labels, hangtags, packaging, custom collars, cuffs, ribbing and logo buttons. Care labels follow the fabric and finish. Remaining branded accessories can be sent to you or stored free for 18 months for future orders.
Can I supply materials or order unbranded garments?
Yes. We can use your fabric, labels and accessories, and produce garments without labels, printing or embroidery.
Which decoration and finishing techniques are available?
Screen printing, digital printing, DTF, puff and high-density printing through partners; standard, 3D, appliqué, chenille and towel embroidery; enzyme, vintage and acid washes and pigment garment dyeing through partners. We help select techniques for the design and fabric.
How do you control quality and handle production errors?
We request shrinkage and other test reports from fabric suppliers and also check in-house. Checks continue during sewing, after sewing and at ironing/packing. Patterns account for shrinkage after washing or dyeing. Independent inspectors are welcome. We take full responsibility for errors caused by our production and manage their resolution.
Can you provide fabric certificates?
We check requested certificates and compliance documents with suppliers for each project, then share those available.
Will I receive progress updates?
Yes, we share production updates, photos and videos. Finished-product photos and videos before shipment are available on request.
Can I change an approved order?
Changes are reviewed against production progress; acceptance is not automatic. We explain feasibility, possible extra cost and timing before proceeding.
Who arranges shipping, duties and delivery?
We can arrange transport-only or DDP (import duties included) delivery, quoted separately from products. You may use your own carrier and choose the delivery address. Shipping time is additional to manufacturing time and is estimated by destination and service.
Can I visit your production workshop?
Yes. Our production workshop is in Gaziosmanpaşa, Istanbul. Please arrange an appointment at least two days in advance.
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