Production Jun 20, 2026

Timing is Everything: Start Your Fall/Winter Production Now

Producing premium 400g+ French Terry hoodies takes time. From custom fabric dyeing and pre-shrinking to precise cut & sew and ocean shipping, the entire cycle can take 45-60 days. If you wait until September to place your Winter order, you will miss the peak sales season and face holiday shipping delays.

Smart brands are developing their prototypes now. Lock in your production slot before the factory peak season begins.

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Practical Tips for Buyers

Reverse-engineer from your launch date: add 45–60 days of production plus 15–30 days of ocean freight, then add your own buffer.
Lock fabric and trims before production starts; fabric dyeing is often the longest single step.
Ask your factory for their peak-season cutoff date and place your order before it.

If you are planning an order and want these points built into your quotation, send your design or tech pack to our team and we will reply with a detailed quote within 1–2 working days.

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Key Takeaways

Start fall/winter production 45–60 days before your target ship date
Book factory capacity before the peak season begins
Lock fabric and trims early to avoid holiday delays

Need a factory quote for your order? Send your design or tech pack to our team and we will reply within 1–2 working days.

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