In today’s economy, differentiation is what’s going to make you stand apart from the crowd, like this vendor. With almost 1 million transactions under their belt (so to speak) the Dongguan Rainbow Touches Garment Co. is a great vendor for differentiated and custom men’s fashionwear. 

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A great overseas manufacturer for mens fashion #productdevelopment #clothingline #appareldesign #fashionbrand #ecommercetips @orenmeetsworld #greenscreenvideo #greenscreen

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Let’s start with this logo tee. If you look closely, this is actually a nice acid wash which will help make it stand out from what a basic tee is. You can start customizing your tee with a low MoQ (minimum order quantity) of just 30 pieces. Customized packaging also starts at just 30 pieces.

We’re looking at about 8.50 a piece on these if you want custom logo and packaging. Lead time for 100 or so pieces is just 7 days, and ordering 100 pieces also qualifies you for the $60 discount.

Let’s move on to this kind of jacket windbreaker, modeled here by legendary male model Stephen James. This is a great item for anyone doing merchandise because the actual cost is pretty cheap. And you don’t have to rush this for a super-high price point; You can make something useful and versatile for multiple seasons.

This is one of my favorites out of the options they offer. This is a satin-feel bomber jacket. Its obviously not real satin, but its embroidered with some really nice ideas.

With these, it would take about 200 pieces to get a customized logo, etc., and you’d need to order 500+ pieces for custom packaging. The good news is that you’re only looking at about $20 per piece, so you can get your thing up and running for about $1,000, plus shipping.

Here’s another unique item which would sell quite well. These all-over print shorts are polyester so I’d try to get a nicer fabric (like cotton or linen, perhaps). This has definitely got a very unique look that would help your merchandise stand out. This kind of all-over print is available in a range of options to choose from. 

What’s great about this is that a sample of your custom design is only $50 and you can get custom packaging at only 50 pieces. 200 MoQ for your own logo and the end cost is only about $10 per unit. 

Last is a great option for custom shorts if you’re looking for that 5-in. baggies look and all of the print. I actually like these camo ones right here, and with custom logos so you can make a fun product. Cost on these are only about $12 a piece.

Overall, this is a great vendor to look to if you want to start manufacturing clothing overseas. They have some versatile options and you can make more money than you would domestically.

Let me know in the comments below or on my TikTok video embedded above how far you got and what you eventually had made. And don’t forget to let me kno9w if you find other, similar vendors you think I should add to my curated list.

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Fall is a special time of year, no matter where you live. And if you’re anything like me come Fall, you’re lusting after some Loro Piana cashmere, vicuña, or extra-fine wool. 

For those who don’t know Loro Piana, the Italian company specializes in clothing, leather goods, and textile products. It is 80% owned by the luxury conglomerate LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) group.

For almost 100 years, the brand has remained the largest cashmere manufacturer in the world. It is also known as the world’s leading artisan company that processes luxury fibers.

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This is the factory to go to for luxury cashmere scarves and apparel. A perfect material to set your clothing line apart! #greenscreen #clothingbrand #fashionbrand #cashmere #clothingbusiness #fashiontiktok @orenmeetsworld

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If you’re starting a luxury clothing brand that may well rival Loro Piana some day, you’re going to need a supplier that will give you the high-quality edge you’re going to need to succeed. I’ve taken the hassle out of sourcing a supplier from you, and done my homework.

Enter… The Zhejiang Runyang Clothing Co.

The Zhejiang Runyang Clothing Co. factory is super well-regarded and it’s your source for high-quality cashmere and wool. They boast impressive stats, too:

• 98.8% on-time delivery rate
• response rate of less than 3 hours
• 4.8/5 star rating
• been with Alibaba for 7 years
• gold status supplier
• 1.2 million in transactions
• established North American market.

Let’s take a look at some of their products… 

We’ll start with these cashmere scarfs available in a variety of colors. I like this style. It’s pretty easy to adapt a style and length that you do like. Personally, I’m not a scarf person, but really think these would be a stylish addition to any Fall outfit. 

From a pricing point of view, they’re pretty affordable, too. Let’s break it down:

• 5 – 99 pieces will cost about $36 a scarf, which for cashmere is really solid.
• single sample is $37 a piece
• customize with logo at 50 pieces and they’ll do the packaging for you with custom packaging at 200 pieces. Overall, if you want to get your investment in on there, then you’re going to need about $7,200 if you want that full 200 units customized.

I imagine you would be able to spread that across colors, etc. if you want to launch multiple styles.

And then, we’ve all been without that dripping cashmere sweater…

Then we’re dropping down to 30 a piece but with the same customization and a lot of the qualities that I broke down before.

Going back to Loro Piana, the original inspiration for this, here are my top tips if you want to get something of this quality:

• You’re definitely going to be looking for not just a raw cashmere, but a finished product, too.
• You need a supplier who can create that texture and look.
• Your supplier needs to walk a journey with you in the refinement process.

Once you get started using a luxury fabric like cashmere, you’ll need a vendor like the Zhejiang Runyang Clothing Co. to get your initial products. With custom packaging, you’re all set to launch.

Let me know in the comments below or on my TikTok video how that goes for you, and if you found other, similar vendors to add to my curated list.

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We’re seeing tons of footwear designers come out  and actually get some market share and success, whether they’re doing riffs off classic Nike silhouettes like the one below or coming up with complete originals. If you’re thinking of starting a footwear brand but aren’t sure where to begin, this private label shoes and sneakers vendor guide is for you.

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Sneaker design and production isn’t easy, but these are the factories that can get you going, way more info coming in more videos #clothingbrand #fashionbrand #sneakerbrand #creatoreconomy2022 #ecommercetips #luxurybrand @orenmeetsworld

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Here’s a list of private label shoes and sneakers manufacturing factories that will help you get started, across categories that begin in sports to more-classic shoes for men or women. The first of four great factories are based in China, and can help you create your private label shoes or sneakers brand at cost.

These are from Dybbuk, by the way.

Xiefu Trade Co – Private Label Shoes and Sneakers

First up is Xiefu Trade Co., Ltd, which loosely translates to “old, informal and comfortable at-home clothes”. They’re great for any kind of silhouette and are super-similar to well-known brands like Nike Yeezy, New Balance, etc. They already have most of these with a version ready to snap up.

In fact, their profile suggests that they also make Adidas, AF1, Air Max, Gucci, Jordan, Nike Shox, Prada, and Puma. If you’re also looking for accessories, watches and handbags are amongst their product offerings.

Quanzhou Wanwanxing Pipe Industry Co – Private Label Sneakers

Another option for super-similar categories is Quanzhou Wanwanxing Pipe Industry footwear. This team has already kind of done the hard work of an obviously-CE look, and similar Amiri dupes. 

Hui’an County Huangtang Town Haojunlong Footwear Factory – Private Label Sneakers

If you want to get more into boots and some kind of nicer men’s wear, sporting shoes, etc, check these guys out. Hui’an County Huangtang Town Haojunlong Footwear Factory is a private-label shoe vendor who has a broad range of products to choose from, with a super selection of sporting shoes.

Chengdu Xinzi Rain Shoes Co – Private Label Shoes

Lastly for kind of significantly higher-end, if you’re getting into women’s patent leather, that kind of thing, try here.

Some random alpha here… Chengdu Xinzi Rain Shoes Co., Ltd also do pole dancer shoes.

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