Are you a jeans manufacturer or a wholesaler?

We are a jeans manufacturer. We make everything in our own factories in China and Cambodia, and we supply bulk and wholesale orders directly to fashion brands and retailers, from an MOQ of 500 pieces.

Can small brands and startups order from you?

Yes. Our minimum order quantity is 500 pieces, so startups and small brands can order from us as well as established retailers. Sampling typically takes around 7 days, so you can approve a style before committing to bulk. Read the denim sampling guide: https://topmondial.net/en/guides/denim-sampling-explained/

Do you make private label jeans?

Yes. Through OEM we make your own designs to your specifications, and through ODM you choose from our existing styles and put your label and branding on them.

What types of garments do you manufacture?

Denim is our core specialism — jeans, jackets, shorts, dresses, and denim skirts across womenswear, menswear, and kidswear. We also manufacture casual trousers, tops, and non-denim outerwear. With long-term partnerships across 20+ fabric mills and in-house wash development, we support a wide range of fabrics, finishes, and construction types.

What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

Our minimum order quantity is 500 pieces.

What are your typical production lead times?

Our average bulk production lead time is around 30 days, depending on the order size, product complexity, and material availability.

How long does the sampling process take?

It typically takes around 7 days to develop a sample and ship it to you. Timelines may vary depending on the design, fabric sourcing, development requirements and your location.

Where are your manufacturing facilities located?

Our manufacturing operations include one factory in Zhejiang, China, and two factories in Cambodia. This setup gives us greater production flexibility and stronger supply chain support.

What is the difference between OEM and ODM?

OEM means we manufacture based on your designs, specifications, and brand requirements. ODM means you can select from our existing designs and adapt them to fit your brand. We develop around 1,000 new styles in-house each year, so there is usually something close to what you need. By offering both, along with our own unique in-house designs, we give brands flexible support, faster development, and trusted manufacturing expertise. Read the OEM vs ODM denim manufacturing guide: https://topmondial.net/en/guides/oem-vs-odm-denim-manufacturing/

How do you ensure bulk production matches the approved sample?

Once you approve a sample, all specifications — fabric, construction, wash, and finish details — are locked into a detailed tech pack that governs the full production run. Our inline quality control team conducts regular checks throughout production, and each order undergoes a final audit before dispatch to verify it meets the approved standard.

How do I start a project with your team?

Getting started is simple. Share your product ideas, requirements, target order quantity, fabric preference, and any tech packs if available, and our team will guide you through the next steps from preparing a quote, to developing and sampling to production and delivery.

Guide

Denim sampling explained: from first sample to production

Denim sampling is the process of creating and refining physical garment samples before moving into bulk production. A sample allows a brand and manufacturer to evaluate the fit, fabric, construction, wash, finishing and overall appearance of a denim product before committing to production.

For custom denim, sampling is an essential part of development. It helps identify issues early, reduce production risks and ensure the final garment matches the intended design.

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Denim samples, fabric swatches and wash references laid out for review

The denim sampling process

A typical denim sampling process follows a structured development workflow, from initial specifications (with a tech pack) and material sourcing to prototype development, fitting, adjustments and final approval.

The approved sample and specifications then serve as references for bulk production and quality control.

The number of sampling rounds may vary depending on the complexity of the design and the adjustments required before approval.

Nine steps a denim manufacturer follows from tech pack review to quality control

1. First sample: Turning the design into a garment

The first sample, sometimes called a development sample or prototype, is created from the initial specifications.

At this stage, the manufacturer translates your design into a physical garment, including:

Pattern and measurements
Fabric and trims
Construction details
Stitching
Wash and finishing

The first sample is not necessarily the final product. Its purpose is to give the brand a physical reference to evaluate and refine.

2. Fit & construction review

Once the first sample is ready, the brand reviews the garment for fit, proportions and construction.

Key areas to check include:

Waist and hip fit
Rise and leg shape
Inseam and length
Pocket placement
Seam construction
Stitching
Hardware and trims

For denim, fit should be assessed together with the fabric and wash, as different denim compositions and finishes can affect how the garment fits and feels.

3. Wash & finishing review

The wash can significantly change the appearance and hand feel of denim.

Brands should review:

Overall colour
Fading and contrast
Whiskering
Abrasion and distressing
Hand feel
Consistency across the garment

Custom washes often require several rounds of development to achieve the desired result.

4. Adjustments & sample refinement

After reviewing the sample, the brand provides feedback and the manufacturer makes the required adjustments.

These may include changes regarding the fit, the measurements, the fabric, the construction, the wash, the finishing or even the trims.

The updated sample is then reviewed again until the product meets the agreed specifications. Clear and consolidated feedback at each stage can help keep development efficient. Because denim washes can vary depending on the fabric and finishing process, the final wash is typically refined through sampling before bulk production.

5. Final sample approval

Once the fit, construction, fabric, wash and finishing have been approved, the final sample becomes the reference for production. The approved sample should be checked against the final specifications to ensure that key details are aligned before bulk production begins.

This approval stage is important because it establishes a clear reference for the manufacturing team and quality control process.

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How many samples do you need?

There is no fixed number of samples required for every denim product. A simple style may require only a few development rounds, while more complex designs can require additional sampling to refine fit, construction, fabric or wash.

The goal is not simply to produce as many samples as possible, but to reach a production-ready specification before bulk manufacturing begins.

Common denim sampling mistakes

Avoiding these mistakes can help keep denim development efficient and ensure the final product matches your intended design:

Approving the sample too early: Don't approve a sample until the fit, fabric, wash and construction have all been reviewed.
Giving unclear feedback: Use specific measurements, comments and reference images where possible.
Changing several specifications without tracking them: Keep your tech pack and sample comments updated so everyone is working from the latest version.
Treating the wash as an afterthought: For denim, washing can significantly affect colour, appearance and hand feel. It should be developed alongside the garment rather than left until the end.
Skipping the final approval stage: The approved sample should provide a clear reference before bulk production starts.

How Top Mondial supports denim sampling

At Top Mondial, product development covers the process from initial concept and fabric sourcing through sampling, washing, finishing and bulk production. Our teams work with brands to refine fit, fabric, construction and denim washes during development, helping turn a design or tech pack into a production-ready garment.

Whether you're developing your first denim collection or adding new styles to an existing range, sampling provides an opportunity to test and refine the product before moving into bulk production.