Services

Our Manufacturing Services

White Cotton offers four factory-direct manufacturing services from our facility in Barcelos, Portugal — private label (your designs, full creative control), white label (our 38+ existing styles with your branding), custom cut & sew (full-package production from pattern to packed garment), and collection development (concept-to-production for brands without a tech pack). All services start at 50-unit MOQ with OEKO-TEX and GOTS certified fabrics, 4-6 week production timelines, and pricing 20-40% below agencies. Each service is tailored to a different stage of brand growth — from first-time founders launching with a single style to established brands scaling seasonal collections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between private label and white label manufacturing?+

Private label means you design everything — fabric, fit, colour, labels, packaging — and we manufacture it to your specifications. White label means you choose from our existing catalog of 38+ styles and add your branding (labels, tags, packaging). Private label gives full creative control; white label is faster and more affordable for brands launching quickly.

Which manufacturing service is best for startups?+

Collection development is designed for startups and first-time brands. If you're still developing your tech pack, we can help refine it — from fabric selection to sample approval. A tech pack is key to manufacturing your exact vision, but we'll work with you to get there. MOQ starts at 50 units per style per colour.

What is the minimum order quantity for each service?+

All four services share a base MOQ of 50 units per style per colour. White label orders can start even lower since we use existing patterns. Specialty fabrics (Supima cotton, sherpa, certified organic, recycled) require higher MOQs of 200–300 units per colour due to mill minimums. Volume discounts apply progressively — up to 25% reduction at 2000+ units.

How long does each manufacturing service take?+

White label is fastest: 3-4 weeks from order to delivery. Private label and custom manufacturing: 4-6 weeks after sample approval, plus 1-2 weeks for sampling. Collection development: 8-12 weeks total from concept to finished garments, including design development and sampling phases.

Can I switch between services as my brand grows?+

Yes — many clients start with white label or collection development, then move to private label as they scale. Your patterns, tech packs, and production history stay with us, making the transition seamless.

Do you offer design services or just manufacturing?+

We are manufacturers, not fashion designers. However, our collection development service includes technical development — turning your sketches, references, or descriptions into production-ready specifications. We handle pattern making, grading, and tech pack creation.

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