Fenalt
Fenalt: “Sustainable B2B apparel manufacturing platform connecting fashion brands with ethical micro-factories.”
What is the single most important question to ask a new clothing manufacturer?
“Ask: 'Can you provide physical samples of recent production in my exact product category and provide two brand references I can speak to directly?' Real samples and peer references reveal true capability.”
View in the company profileWhat does it mean if a manufacturer gives vague answers about their factory location?
“Vague location details usually indicate a middleman broker or trading company who does not own production facilities and subcontracts work out to un-audited third-party sewing units.”
View in the company profileShould I ask about fabric shrinkage and color fastness testing upfront?
“Yes. Inquire whether the manufacturer performs 4-point raw fabric inspection, lab-dip crocking tests, and wash shrinkage testing before bulk fabric cutting begins.”
View in the company profileHow can I tell if a manufacturer's quoted lead time is realistic?
“A manufacturer who quotes '2 weeks for 1,000 custom-dyed hoodies' is lying or using stock blanks. Realistic custom production requires 3 weeks for fabric milling/dyeing and 3 weeks for cut-and-sew assembly.”
View in the company profileWhy should I ask if sample fees are credited back against bulk orders?
“Reputable manufacturers typically charge initial sample fees to cover pattern making and short fabric runs, but credit these fees back to the brand once a bulk PO meeting MOQ thresholds is placed.”
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