Here’s a concise, practical guide + vetted examples to help you find bespoke / made-to-measure / private‑label clothing manufacturers in India.
Quick explanation of supplier types
- Bespoke tailors / made‑to‑measure brands — small runs, 1:1 orders, heavy customization (suits, shirts, tailored garments). Use if you need single garments or a DTC made‑to‑order service.
- Small‑batch/private‑label manufacturers (OEM / ODM, low‑MOQ) — accept small runs (dozens–few hundreds), will do sampling, grading, labels and packing. Good for startups/capsule collections.
- Large OEM/contract manufacturers — high capacity, full-package production for big orders, competitive unit cost but higher MOQs.
Representative manufacturers and specialists (examples you can contact)
- Billoomi Fashion — full‑service private‑label / small‑batch garment manufacturer (Delhi NCR). ISO 9001:2015 & Sedex audited; focuses on low MOQ, eco options and export-ready production. (billoomifashion.com)
- Suits India (Luxurious Fabrics / made‑to‑measure) — bespoke menswear / made‑to‑measure with a Kerala manufacturing unit and emphasis on European fabrics and customization. Good for higher‑quality tailored menswear. (suitsindia.com)
- Bombay Shirt Company — India’s DTC made‑to‑measure shirt brand with its own Mumbai factory; useful if you want proven shirt‑making capability and tech‑enabled fit processes. (livemint.com)
- Semwal Bespoke India — bespoke / manufacturer offering suits, shirts and custom garments (registered in Maharashtra). Useful for tailored/export work. (semwalbespoke.in)
- Raymond — large textile & apparel group with “Raymond Made to Measure” retail + bespoke service; good for premium suiting and wider retail/distribution capability. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Arvind Ltd — one of India’s largest fabric & garment manufacturers (denim, shirting, knits) — choose for large OEM/industrial scale private‑label projects. (en.wikipedia.org)
Typical MOQs, sample & lead‑time expectations (what to plan for)
- Typical MOQs vary widely by factory and product: very small workshops/CMTs can accept 10–50 pcs/style; many small/ mid factories expect 50–300 pcs/style; large factories often start at 500–1,000+ pcs/style. Be prepared to negotiate MOQs (stock fabrics, simpler styles lower MOQ). (accio.com)
- Sampling: expect to pay sampling fees (often $30–$200+ depending on fabric/complexity). Sampling rounds commonly take 2–4 weeks per round; many brands plan for 2–3 sample rounds before bulk. (diznew.com)
- Bulk lead time: with stock fabrics, bulk production commonly runs 4–8 weeks after sample approval; if custom fabrics/prints are required, add several weeks. Total plan from concept → delivered stock is often 8–20+ weeks depending on complexity and shipping. (cnhaving.com)
What to ask / check when you contact a manufacturer
- Prepared materials: tech pack (flat sketches, measurements, tolerances), fabric spec (composition, GSM), trims list, target FOB/landed price and expected quantities. (Factories work from tech packs.) (jceefashion.com)
- Ask about: MOQ per style/color/size, sample cost & turnaround, production lead time, payment terms (typical: deposit + balance; clarify bank transfer/L/C/others), shipping terms (FOB/CIF/DDP), quality control process, and whether they can provide test reports (chemical/physical) for your market regulations. (lezhougarment.com)
- Certifications & audits: request copies of SEDEX/BSCI/ISO/GOTS/WRAP or third‑party audit reports if ethical/sustainability compliance matters. Billoomi and other reliable vendors list these on their sites. (billoomifashion.com)
Practical tips to reduce risk and costs
- Start with a clear tech pack and one pilot/style to verify quality before scaling. Sampling is an investment: many factories offset sample fees against bulk orders. (fashiondesignservices.com)
- Use stock fabrics or standard trims to lower MOQs and speed lead times; custom-dyed or printed fabrics raise MOQs and timelines. (shanghaigarment.com)
- Insist on a pre‑production sample (PPS) and final inspection checklist (AQL levels) and consider third‑party QC for larger orders. (cnhaving.com)
Where to find and vet more suppliers
- Directories & platforms: IndiaMART, TradeIndia, Global Sources, and manufacturer websites (examples above). For ethical/sustainable claims, verify SEDEX/BSCI/GOTS listings or ask for audit reports. (worldmartexport.com)
If you want one‑page help I can prepare (no charge here):
- Shortlist 5–8 factories tailored to your product (shirts / suits / knitwear / dresses) and order size (sample / small batch / large OEM), with contact links and expected MOQs & lead times. Say which product(s) you’ll produce and an approximate first‑order quantity and I’ll tailor the shortlist. (If you prefer, I can also draft a sample tech‑pack checklist and an email template to contact factories.)
If you prefer to proceed immediately, use the company links I cited above to start outreach (Billoomi, Suits India, Bombay Shirt Company, Semwal Bespoke, Raymond, Arvind).
Sources (examples used above)
Would you like me to prepare a 5‑supplier shortlist (with contact details and expected MOQs/lead times) for a specific product (shirt / suit / dress / knitwear) and order size? I can produce that now.