Private Label Clothing — How to Start Your Own Fashion Brand from 300 Pieces
Private label clothing means garments produced by a manufacturer and sold under your brand name. You design the product, the factory makes it, and your label goes on it. This guide explains the full process from idea to launch.
What Is Private Label Clothing?
In private label, you own the brand. The manufacturer owns the production. Your name goes on the label, hang tag, packaging, and garment. When a customer buys, they buy your brand. The factory is invisible.
What Do You Need to Start?
A design or concept, a target customer, a manufacturer, a budget ($1,000-5,000 FOB for 300 pieces), and a sales channel.
How to Design Your First Collection
Start with one or two styles. Choose styles that reflect your brand identity. Create a reference for your manufacturer. Choose fabric first, then finalize design.
What Goes on a Private Label Garment?
Main label (brand name, origin, content, care), size label, hang tag, packaging, and care label. A good manufacturer handles all of these.
How to Choose a Manufacturer
Look for low MOQ (300 pieces), relevant certifications, sample service with 14-day turnaround, clear communication, and experience with brands at your stage.
Production Timeline
Week 1-2: inquiry, quote, terms
Week 2-3: sample deposit, proto sample
Week 3-4: review proto sample
Week 4-6: revisions, fit sample approval
Week 6-7: confirm bulk, pay 30%
Week 7-11: bulk production
Week 11-12: inspection, pay 70%
Week 12-16: shipment and delivery
How to Price Your Products
FOB cost: $4.00
Freight and duty: $1.00
Landed cost: $5.00
Wholesale (2.5x): $12.50
Retail (2x wholesale): $25.00
Common Mistakes
Ordering too many styles first season. Not testing sample properly. Choosing cheapest manufacturer. Not planning lead times (14-16 weeks total).
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Contact Us →For a complete overview of clothing manufacturers in Bangladesh — including factory types, MOQ ranges, certifications, and sourcing guide — read our complete clothing manufacturers guide.
For a complete overview of clothing manufacturers in Bangladesh — including factory types, MOQ ranges, certifications, sourcing methods, and product categories — read our complete clothing manufacturers guide.