Minku Apparel’s MOQ starts at 50 pieces per design, and pricing is quoted per garment based on fabric, GSM, decoration, and private-label finishing. This page explains what a realistic minimum looks like, the factors that move your unit cost up or down, and how sampling fits into your budget, so you can plan a first drop or a reorder with clear numbers.
We never lead with a headline figure, because a streetwear price only means something once fabric weight, decoration, and quantity are on the table. Instead, this guide shows you how pricing is built, so you can make informed choices about where to invest in your product and where to keep it lean.
Our Minimum Order Quantity
MOQ is the smallest quantity a factory will produce for a single design. Most overseas manufacturers set it at 300, 500, or more per style, which shuts out new brands. Minku sets it at 50 pieces per design, spread across your size run. That threshold lets a founder launch a real product, test demand, and reinvest in the styles that sell, instead of gambling capital on a large first order.
MOQ Tiers and What They Mean
| Tier | Quantity per design | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | 50-99 pcs | First drop, market test, sample-sized capsule |
| Growth | 100-299 pcs | Improved unit cost, established demand |
| Scale | 300-999 pcs | Proven sellers, seasonal collections |
| Volume | 1,000+ pcs | Core program, best per-unit economics |
Unit cost falls as quantity rises because setup, cutting, and decoration costs spread across more garments. The jump from 50 to 100 pieces often brings a meaningful per-unit improvement, which is why many brands land in the 100 to 300 range for their signature styles.
What Drives the Price
Six main factors shape what a garment costs to manufacture. Understanding them helps you design to a target price rather than being surprised by a quote.
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Fabric and GSM | Heavier weights and premium fibres raise material cost per unit. |
| Garment complexity | More panels, pockets, linings, and hardware add cut-and-sew labour. |
| Decoration | Number of print colours, embroidery stitch count, and placements each add cost. |
| Private label | Woven labels, custom tags, and branded packaging add finishing cost. |
| Quantity | Higher volume lowers per-unit price through economies of scale. |
| Treatments | Acid wash, garment dye, and tie-dye add specialist processing. |
Fabric and GSM
Material is often the largest share of a garment’s cost. A 400 GSM fleece hoodie uses far more fabric than a 240 GSM tee, so it costs more to make. Choosing the right weight for your concept, rather than the heaviest available, is one of the simplest ways to manage cost without compromising the product. Our fabrics guide covers the trade-offs in detail.
Decoration Costs
Decoration pricing depends on method and detail. Screen print is economical at volume but has a per-colour setup, so a two-colour design costs less than a six-colour one. DTG has no setup and suits detailed or photographic art at lower quantities. Embroidery is priced by stitch count and works best for logos. Puff print, all-over print, and wash treatments each carry their own economics. We help you choose the method that fits both your design and your budget.
Sampling Costs
Sampling is a small, worthwhile investment that protects a large one. A pre-production sample carries a per-piece cost that reflects the one-off setup, since it is made individually rather than in a run. Many brands order a sample to approve fabric and fit before committing, and that cost is often credited against the bulk order once you proceed. You can request a sample to start.
What Is Included in Your Quote
Our quotes are built to be complete, so there are no hidden extras at the end. A standard quote covers the blank garment, decoration, private-label finishing, and DDP shipping with duties handled. That means the number you approve is close to your true landed cost per unit, which makes margin planning straightforward. Get a full breakdown through our get a quote form.
Planning Your Budget
To plan well, work backward from your retail price and target margin, then design the garment to fit. Decide the fabric weight, the decoration, and the quantity tier that balance product quality against unit economics. Our team is glad to model a couple of scenarios with you, so you can compare a 50-piece test against a 150-piece run and see the difference before you commit. When you are ready, get a custom quote or read how it works.
Landed Cost Versus Unit Cost
Two numbers matter when you plan a drop: the unit cost to make each garment, and the landed cost once shipping and duties are added. Some quotes look attractive until freight and customs land on top, which is how brands get caught out. Our quotes are DDP, so the figure you approve already includes door-to-door shipping with duties and taxes handled. That means your quoted number is close to your true landed cost, and your margin maths holds from quote to shelf.
Reorder Pricing
Reorders are where economics improve. On a repeat run, setup work like pattern grading and print separation is already done, and your specifications are on file, so production is smoother and unit cost benefits at higher quantities. Brands that settle a bestseller into a standing reorder often see their strongest per-unit numbers there. Because MOQ stays at 50 pieces per design, you can restock in sensible quantities rather than overcommitting to hit a minimum.
Ways to Manage Your Budget
You have real levers over cost without compromising the product. A few practical ones:
- Match fabric to purpose – a breathable 240 GSM tee for summer costs less than 260-plus GSM and can be the right call.
- Streamline decoration – fewer print colours or a single hero placement reduces cost while keeping impact.
- Tier your quantities – stepping from 50 to 100 or 300 units per design lowers unit cost meaningfully.
- Focus your range – a tight capsule of proven styles beats a wide range of untested ones.
Our team is glad to model these trade-offs so you can see the difference before committing.
Payment Structure
Production begins against a deposit, with the balance due before shipping, and sampling invoiced separately and usually credited against bulk. Terms are confirmed in writing in your order agreement, so the schedule is clear before any garment is cut. Full detail lives in our terms and conditions, and the production sequence is on how it works.
Get an Accurate Number
The only way to know your true cost is a quote built on your actual specification. Send your product, fabric, decoration, and quantity through get a quote, or request a sample first to confirm quality. We will return a clear DDP breakdown you can plan a business around.
No Hidden Costs
A quote should be a number you can trust, so ours are built to be complete. The figure you approve covers the blank garment, decoration, private-label finishing, and DDP shipping with duties and taxes handled. There is no surprise freight bill, no customs charge on arrival, and no add-on that appears at the end. That completeness is what makes our quotes useful for planning: your landed cost per unit is close to the number you approved, so your margins hold from quote to shelf. Full commercial terms are set out in our terms and conditions.
Sample First, Then Scale
The smartest way to manage risk is to sample before you scale. A single pre-production sample confirms the fabric, fit, and finish for a small cost, often credited against your bulk order, and protects the far larger investment of a full run. Once you approve, you can produce from 50 pieces per design and grow into higher, better-priced quantities as demand proves out. Begin with a sample or a full quote.