Mike Apparel’s minimum order is 50 pieces per design and colourway, sizes mixed. Lead time is 7–10 days for a sample and 2–3 weeks for bulk after approval. We quote every order individually once we know the fabric, decoration and quantity, with DDP shipping quoted separately so you know the landed cost.
This page covers the numbers most brands ask about before sending a brief: minimums by product and component, what actually moves the cost, payment terms and timelines. For an exact number on your product, send us a brief and we’ll come back with a full written quote.
Minimum order quantities
| Item | Minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Any garment, stock-colour fabric | 50 pcs per design/colour | Sizes mixed freely |
| Matching sets | 50 sets | Top and bottom count as one design |
| Custom-dyed knit fabric | 100 pcs per colour | Lab dip approval first |
| Custom-dyed woven / nylon | 300 metres (~100–120 pcs) | Per colour |
| Custom striped rib (varsity) | 50 pcs | Knitted to Pantone |
| Jacquard-knitted beanie logos | 100 pcs per design | Woven label alternative at 50 |
| Custom moulded hardware | 500–1,000 pcs | Stock hardware below that |
| Reorders on an existing block | No minimum | Priced at the original band |
What moves the cost
- Fabric weight and fibre — a heavier cotton hoodie uses noticeably more cotton than a lighter blend, and fabric is the biggest single line in most garments’ cost.
- Quantity — ordering more per design brings the per-piece cost down, because cutting, sampling and line setup are spread over a bigger run.
- Decoration — each extra print placement or embroidery position adds cost depending on size and stitch count, and washes add their own step.
- Custom colour — custom-dyed fabric needs 100 pieces per shade on knits or 300 metres on wovens; stock colours run at the standard 50-piece minimum.
- Hardware and trims — YKK zips, custom pullers, engraved buttons and leather patches each add their own cost; custom-moulded hardware has its own supplier minimums of 500–1,000 pieces.
- Packaging — poly bags are included as standard; printed mailers, boxes and tissue are quoted separately.
Lead times
| Stage | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Quote | 24 hours | Working days |
| Pre-production sample | 7–10 days | Leather 10–14 days |
| Sample shipping to USA | 3–5 days | DHL/FedEx |
| Bulk production | 2–3 weeks | Leather, puffers, lined jackets 3–4 weeks |
| Air freight DDP to USA | 4–7 days | Door delivery |
| Sea freight DDP to USA | 4–6 weeks | Cheaper on larger runs |
Payment terms
Sample fees are paid upfront and credited back on the bulk order. Bulk production is 50% deposit at sample approval and 50% before shipment. We accept bank transfer, Wise and PayPal, and issue commercial invoices suitable for US import records.
Want an exact number for your product? Send the product, fabric and quantity. A detailed quote with every line itemised comes back within 24 hours.
Get a quoteFrequently asked questions
Is the 50-piece minimum per style or per order?
Per design and colourway. A hoodie in black and a hoodie in grey are two colourways, 50 each. Sizes can be mixed freely within the 50.
Can I go below 50 pieces?
For a first test we can occasionally run 30 pieces on stock-colour fabric at a higher unit price. Custom-dyed fabric, custom rib and custom hardware have their own minimums, listed on this page.
Do prices include shipping?
No. We quote garment cost and DDP shipping as two separate lines on every order, so you can see the landed cost before you decide between air and sea.
How do I pay?
50% deposit at sample approval, 50% before shipment. Bank transfer, Wise or PayPal. Sample fees are paid upfront and credited back on bulk.
Guides: MOQ explained, hoodie manufacturing cost, t-shirt manufacturing cost, manufacturing timelines.
Last updated September 6, 2026 · Mike Apparel, Sialkot. Lead times reflect current factory capacity; confirm on your quote.