Restaurant Shirt Supplier for Private-Label Programs
EDVORIN is a restaurant shirt supplier that develops production-ready custom shirts from sample through bulk order, with MOQs starting at 200 pieces per style.
Apparel Manufacturing Capabilities for Restaurant Programs
Restaurant Shirt Supplier for Repeatable Uniform Programs
EDVORIN coordinates development, decoration, materials and quality control so restaurant shirt programs can move from approved samples to dependable bulk production.
Development That Clarifies
Turn sketches, reference garments or complete tech packs into production-ready restaurant shirt specifications, patterns, fit details and approval samples.
Purpose-Built Decoration
Match prints, embroidery and placements to the shirt fabric, brand artwork and daily service environment before bulk production begins.
Coordinated Materials and Trims
Align fabric weight, buttons, collars, labels and packaging into one documented restaurant uniform standard for each style.
Men’s and Women’s Fits
Develop restaurant shirts with fit blocks, proportions, grading and styling details tailored to men’s and women’s uniform programs.
Approved Sample Control
Use approved samples, measurement standards and recorded artwork placements to guide in-line checks and final inspections across the order.
Flexible Program Scale
Start at 200 pieces per style with OEM, ODM and private-label support for new concepts, reorders and expanding uniform ranges.
Restaurant Shirts for Every Service Team
Develop coordinated restaurant apparel with role-specific fits, durable materials, branding details, and repeatable specifications for front- and back-of-house teams.
Custom Hoodies
As a custom hoodie manufacturer, EDVORIN develops branded hoodies for delivery crews, casual service teams, and restaurant merchandise programs. Choose fleece weight, hood construction, pockets, embroidery or print placement, labels, and size grading for reliable repeat orders.
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Pullover Sweatshirts
EDVORIN works as a sweatshirt manufacturer for staff layers that balance comfort, durability, and brand presentation. Pullover sweatshirts can be specified with crewneck construction, fleece weight, rib recovery, logo decoration, color standards, and men’s or women’s fit blocks.
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Sweatpants & Joggers
Our sweatpants manufacturer process supports lounge uniforms, delivery apparel, and coordinated hospitality sets. Develop joggers or open-hem sweatpants with practical pockets, adjustable waists, durable fleece, embroidery, printed graphics, labels, and consistent grading across team sizes.
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Custom Shorts
As a custom shorts manufacturer, EDVORIN produces shorts for warm-weather service, resort venues, kitchens, and promotional programs. Specify fabric weight, inseam, pocket layout, waistband construction, logo application, color matching, and role-appropriate men’s and women’s proportions.
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Varsity & Baseball Jackets
EDVORIN develops varsity and baseball jackets for restaurant teams, brand events, and retail merchandise. As a varsity jacket manufacturer, we coordinate body fabric, sleeves, rib, snaps, lining, patches, embroidery, and approved placement references before bulk production.
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Custom T-Shirts
Our custom t shirt manufacturer service covers daily staff uniforms, event shirts, delivery teams, and branded merchandise. Select jersey fabric, neckline, fit, color, screen print or embroidery, wash treatment, labels, and packaging according to the program’s wear requirements.
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Custom Polo Shirts
As a polo shirt manufacturer, EDVORIN creates polished uniforms for hosts, servers, management, and catering teams. Develop pique or jersey polos with collar structure, placket details, logo embroidery, color blocking, moisture-management options, and fit grading for every role.
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Windbreaker Jackets
EDVORIN works as a windbreaker manufacturer for outdoor dining, delivery, event, and mobile service teams. Windbreakers can include lightweight shells, linings, water-resistant finishes, adjustable hoods, zip pockets, reflective details, and controlled logo placement.
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Quilted Jackets
Our quilted jacket manufacturer capabilities support cold-weather hospitality uniforms and branded outerwear. Coordinate shell fabric, insulation level, lining, quilting pattern, zipper and pocket construction, embroidery, and size sets so approved samples translate accurately to bulk orders.
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Bomber Jackets
As a bomber jacket manufacturer, EDVORIN develops structured outerwear for restaurant teams, promotional staff, and retail programs. Specify shell materials, lining, rib, hardware, pockets, embroidery, patches, and decoration methods that remain consistent across reorderable production.
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Custom Shirts
EDVORIN is a custom woven shirt manufacturer for front-of-house uniforms, chefs’ presentation layers, and hospitality events. Develop button-up shirts with selected shirting fabric, collar and cuff construction, pocket options, logo embroidery, color standards, and role-specific fits.
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Custom Jerseys
Our custom jersey manufacturer service suits energetic service teams, food-truck crews, sports-bar staff, and branded activations. Build jerseys around breathable fabric, contrast panels, printed names and numbers, embroidery, neck construction, and repeatable artwork placement specifications.
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Tank Tops
As a custom tank top manufacturer, EDVORIN supports resort restaurants, summer events, fitness cafés, and promotional apparel. Choose fabric weight, armhole and neckline shape, binding, logo decoration, color matching, labels, and men’s or women’s fit requirements.
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Soccer Uniforms
EDVORIN develops soccer uniforms for restaurant leagues, sponsored events, and hospitality sports programs. As a soccer uniform manufacturer, we coordinate performance fabric, color blocking, crest application, names, numbers, shorts, socks, and organized size sets for each team.
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Basketball Uniforms
Our basketball uniform manufacturer process produces coordinated jerseys and shorts for team programs and branded events. Specify breathable materials, mesh panels, trims, reversible options, printed numbers, logo placement, fit blocks, and measurement standards before approved bulk production.
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Streetwear Collections
As a streetwear clothing manufacturer, EDVORIN helps restaurant brands create staff apparel and merchandise collections with a unified standard. Combine tees, hoodies, pants, outerwear, woven pieces, decoration, wash effects, trims, labels, and packaging through one production workflow.
Get a QuoteMaterials for Comfortable, Hard-Working Restaurant Uniforms
Cotton Poplin
Crisp, lightweight woven cotton with a smooth hand and clean structure for host, server and front-of-house shirts. Its breathable plain-weave construction supports a polished appearance while remaining comfortable through active service shifts.
Cotton Polyester Poplin
A practical blended poplin combining cotton comfort with polyester durability for everyday restaurant uniforms. The fabric has a smooth, structured hand and helps shirts retain shape through frequent laundering, making it suitable for coordinated staff programs.
Cotton Oxford Cloth
Textured cotton Oxford offers a substantial yet breathable feel for smart-casual service shirts and manager uniforms. Its basket-weave surface adds visual depth, while the medium-weight construction provides dependable structure for embroidery and repeat wear.
Stretch Shirting Blend
Smooth woven shirting with added stretch for teams that move constantly between tables, counters and service stations. The flexible hand improves mobility, while the resilient construction helps maintain a neat, professional silhouette throughout long shifts.
Performance Pique Knit
Breathable textured knit suited to restaurant polos, catering teams and casual front-of-house uniforms. Its lightly structured hand promotes airflow and movement, while the durable knit surface provides a reliable base for embroidered logos and repeated washing.
Decoration Methods for Branded Restaurant Shirts
Precision Embroidery
Stitched logos create a textured, elevated finish for polos, woven shirts, and outer layers. EDVORIN coordinates thread colors, backing, placement, and stitch density to support a clean appearance through regular wear and laundering.
Screen Printing
Screen printing applies bold, durable artwork efficiently across restaurant T-shirts and staff uniforms. It is well suited to solid-color logos, large back graphics, and consistent branded placements when fabric choice and ink coverage are specified early.
Heat Transfer
Heat transfers provide sharp logo detail and flexible placement for names, small chest marks, and multi-color graphics. The application is matched to the garment fabric and finish so the decoration integrates cleanly with the approved sample.
Woven Label Application
Woven labels add a refined private-label detail at hems, collars, plackets, or side seams. EDVORIN coordinates label size, yarn colors, fold style, and attachment method with the shirt construction and your restaurant identity.
Patch Application
Embroidered, woven, or printed patches add dimension to uniforms while keeping artwork clearly defined. Patch material, edge finish, placement, and attachment are developed alongside the base shirt to create a durable, consistent branded result.
Trims, Labels & Functional Details for Restaurant Shirts
YKK Zipper Options
Add dependable zipper configurations to restaurant overshirts, lightweight jackets, and utility layers where applicable. Zipper length, puller style, tape color, and placement are documented against the approved sample.
Drawcords and Tipping
Specify drawcord material, color, aglets, and contrast tipping for hooded staff layers or casual restaurant uniform programs. These details help carry brand colors while supporting a clean, controlled finish.
Woven Brand Labels
Create neck labels, hem labels, and size tabs that make private-label restaurant shirts feel complete. Label artwork, placement, care information, and sizing are coordinated before bulk production begins.
Hangtags and Packaging
Finish each order with custom hangtags, polybags, barcode stickers, folded packaging, and carton marking. EDVORIN aligns packing details with your receiving, wholesale, or multi-location distribution requirements.
About EDVORIN
EDVORIN is a founder-led restaurant shirt supplier built by Edvorin Zeng in 2000, where garment construction meets accountable production. We help fashion, hospitality, private-label and wholesale buyers turn an initial concept, reference garment or complete tech pack into a clear standard ready for repeat production.
Our connected OEM and ODM workflow brings fabric sourcing, pattern development, sampling, printing, embroidery, trims, labels, packaging and bulk manufacturing into one managed path. From polished front-of-house shirts to practical service uniforms, men’s and women’s programs are developed around the intended wearer, environment and brand identity.
What sets EDVORIN apart is the discipline after sample approval. We document approved materials, measurements, artwork placement and finishing details, then use in-line and final quality checks to protect the standard through bulk production. With MOQ starting at 200 pieces per style, buyers gain flexible support designed for lasting uniform programs.
Restaurant Shirt Supplier: From Approved Sample to Repeatable Bulk Production
Technical Development That Holds
EDVORIN turns sketches, reference garments, or complete tech packs into production-ready restaurant shirt specifications. Fit blocks, grading, construction details, measurements, and functional requirements are clarified before bulk work begins, giving each style a standard that can be reviewed and reproduced.
- Men’s and women’s fit development
- Patterns, measurement charts, and construction details
- Sample revisions documented before approval
- MOQ starts at 200 pieces per style
Materials and Decoration Aligned
As a restaurant shirt supplier, EDVORIN coordinates fabric, trims, printing, embroidery, and labels as connected production decisions. The team evaluates how each decoration method works with the selected base material, helping branded staff apparel maintain its intended appearance through daily service and repeat orders.
- Fabric and trim sourcing coordination
- Print and embroidery matched to garment construction
- Custom labels and packaging options
- Decoration placement recorded for production
Approved Standards Guide Production
An approved sample becomes more than a visual reference. EDVORIN records the materials, measurements, artwork placement, trims, and finishing details that define the accepted result, creating a shared production standard for teams responsible for cutting, sewing, decoration, inspection, and packing.
- Approved sample used as the production benchmark
- Artwork placement and color references documented
- Material and trim specifications organized
- Clear standards for repeat-order consistency
In-Line Checks Protect Consistency
Quality control continues after sampling. EDVORIN uses approved standards to monitor important details during production, identify variation before it affects the full order, and verify finished restaurant shirts before packing. This accountable path supports uniform programs built to reorder with greater confidence.
- In-line inspection during bulk production
- Measurements checked against approved specifications
- Decoration and finishing reviewed before packing
- Final inspection before shipment preparation
Why Buyers Choose EDVORIN as Their Restaurant Shirt Supplier
A connected development-to-bulk process helps protect approved details, coordinate every production step, and support repeatable uniform programs.
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Production Process for Restaurant Shirts
A documented workflow that carries your approved restaurant shirt standard through sourcing, decoration, inspection, packing and shipment.
Review Brief and Specifications
EDVORIN’s MOQ starts at 200 pieces per style. We review your tech pack, reference garment or concept, then confirm fit, fabric, colors, decoration, sizing, labels, packaging and 200-piece-per-style MOQ requirements.
Source Materials and Develop
Our team coordinates shirt fabrics, trims and construction details, creates patterns and samples, and records revisions until the approved sample defines the production standard.
Approve Samples and Artwork
You review the sample, measurements, color references and decoration placement. Approved artwork, trims and packaging details are documented before bulk production begins.
Cut, Sew and Decorate
Production coordinates cutting, sewing, printing or embroidery, and any required wash or finishing steps according to the approved restaurant uniform specifications.
Inspect, Pack and Ship
In-line and final quality checks compare bulk garments with approved standards. Finished shirts are labeled, packed to your requirements and prepared for shipment.
Start Your Custom Restaurant Shirt Program
Move from an initial concept to an approved, repeatable restaurant uniform standard with clear decisions at every stage.
Share Your Brief
Send a tech pack, sketch, reference garment, size requirements, branding details, and target quantity so we can understand your restaurant shirt program.
Review Specifications and Quote
Confirm fabrics, fit blocks, trims, decoration, labels, packaging, and delivery needs with our team, then receive a production-focused quotation for your review.
Approve Your Sample
Review the developed sample for construction, measurements, material feel, artwork placement, and finishing. Record approved revisions as the standard for bulk production.
Launch Bulk Production
Release your order after sample approval. EDVORIN coordinates materials, decoration, production checks, labeling, and packing to deliver a consistent private-label shirt program.
Certified Standards for Responsible Apparel Production
Restaurant Shirt Supplier Buyer Results & Case Feedback
Reserved for an approved customer testimonial documenting a specific restaurant shirt supplier outcome, such as order quantity, sample revisions, delivery timing, or repeat-order performance. Publish only after the buyer approves the final wording and attribution.
Reserved for verified feedback from a restaurant, hospitality, or private-label buyer. Add a measurable result, including the number of staff shirts produced, styles developed, or percentage of approved units, once customer evidence is cleared for publication.
Reserved for an approved case comment on sample-to-bulk consistency. The final testimonial should identify a concrete result, such as a 200-piece style launch, repeat program, or reduction in revisions, supported by the customer’s authorization.
Restaurant Shirts FAQ
Clear answers for buyers planning a custom restaurant shirt program with EDVORIN.
EDVORIN’s MOQ starts at 200 pieces per style. What is the minimum order quantity for a restaurant shirt supplier?
Can a restaurant shirt supplier make a sample before bulk production?
How long does custom restaurant shirt production take?
What information should I send a restaurant shirt supplier for a quote?
Can EDVORIN develop shirts for both front-of-house and kitchen teams?
What payment terms does EDVORIN offer for custom restaurant shirts?
Does EDVORIN arrange international shipping for restaurant shirt orders?
How does EDVORIN protect my designs and private-label details?
Restaurant Shirt Buyer’s Guide
Use this decision framework to compare restaurant shirt supplier options, evaluate fabrics, construction, customization, pricing, and production readiness, while avoiding sourcing mistakes that cause inconsistent branding, poor wear performance, and delayed launches.
1. What Is a Restaurant Shirt Supplier?
200-piece programs often need more than a shirt catalog: a restaurant shirt supplier translates role, laundering, branding, fit, and replenishment requirements into a repeatable specification for front-of-house, kitchen, delivery, and event teams.
4 sourcing models serve different buyers. Stock wholesalers suit operators needing standard blanks quickly; decorators suit established garments needing logos or names; private-label manufacturers suit brands controlling labels, trims, and fit; OEM partners suit buyers developing a shirt from a tech pack, sketch, or reference sample.
1 approved sample should become the production reference for fabric, measurements, color, artwork placement, labels, and packing. For multi-location restaurants, corporate programs, and distributors, the supplier’s value is maintaining that standard across size runs and reorders rather than merely applying a logo.
2. Restaurant Shirt Supplier Market Evolution
Two operational demands originally defined restaurant shirts: clear role identification and repeated laundering. Classic polos, woven button-fronts, and T-shirts remain practical when a buyer needs a familiar uniform silhouette with straightforward replacement ordering.
2000 marks EDVORIN’s founding, before hospitality apparel increasingly became part of a venue’s visual system rather than a basic staff issue. Coordinated color blocks, consistent logo placement, and decoration specifications now help front- and back-of-house teams present one brand across shifts and locations.
3 fit priorities should guide a modern brief: movement through the shoulders, breathable fabric for long service, and a size range that does not force one block onto every wearer. A restaurant shirt supplier should record approved artwork, placement, labels, and packaging so private-label uniforms can be replenished or extended into retail merchandise without rebuilding the standard.
3. Types of Restaurant Shirts to Source
Six shirt families cover most hospitality programs. A restaurant shirt supplier should match each to guest contact, heat exposure, laundering frequency, and the level of brand formality required.
Tees And Polos
150–180 GSM T-shirts suit delivery, prep, and casual front-of-house teams; they signal approachable branding and accept screen prints well. Specify shrinkage tolerance and neck-rib recovery for frequent washing.
Button Front And Kitchen
Button-front shirts fit servers, hosts, and catering crews, giving a more polished impression and practical logo-placement areas. Chef or kitchen shirts suit back-of-house heat and spills; source breathable construction, durable closures, and a fit that permits reach.
Long Sleeves And Merchandise
Long-sleeve layers support cooler patios, delivery routes, and outdoor events while adding coverage and seasonal flexibility. Promotional tees and polos work for retail or loyalty merchandise; separate staff-grade specifications from retail sizing, labels, and packaging.
4. Restaurant Shirt Supplier Fabric Options
Fabric weight and fiber blend determine comfort after repeated hot washing. A restaurant shirt supplier should match the specification to role, climate, and service intensity before sampling.
| Fabric | Weight | Best Use | Trade-Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | 150–180 GSM | Servers; mild climates | Shrinkage |
| Polyester | 140–170 GSM | High-volume service | Less natural feel |
| Cotton-poly | 160–200 GSM | All-round uniforms | Moderate moisture control |
| Performance knit | 140–170 GSM | Hot kitchens | Less formal structure |
| Twill/canvas | 220–260 GSM | Prep and delivery | Warmer wear |
Fiber Selection
100% cotton at 150–180 GSM feels breathable and natural, but can shrink unless pre-shrunk. Polyester retains color and dries faster for busy service.
Blend And Knit Choices
60/40 cotton-poly at 160–200 GSM balances hand feel, durability, and routine laundering. Performance knits at 140–170 GSM move moisture better in hot kitchens or patio service.
Workwear Weight
220–260 GSM twill or canvas suits prep, delivery, and utility roles where abrasion matters. Heavier fabrics feel structured but are less comfortable in humid dining rooms.
5. Customization for Restaurant Shirt Supplier Orders
Two decoration decisions govern restaurant-shirt usability: viewing distance and wash exposure. A restaurant shirt supplier should approve artwork, fabric, and placement together before bulk production.
| Method | Visual Effect | Best Fit | Durability | Setup And Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen print | Flat, opaque color | Cotton; simple art | High | Screens suit 200+ pieces |
| Embroidery | Raised, premium texture | Piqué; woven shirts | High | Digitizing suits logos |
| Heat transfer | Sharp small detail | Poly blends | Medium-high | Low setup; names |
| DTF | Full-color flexibility | Cotton and blends | Medium-high | Low setup; variable art |
Choose Decoration Method
Four common methods solve different artwork problems. Test the finished decoration after repeated laundering on the actual shirt fabric.
Specify Brand Details
Pantone references reduce color ambiguity when matching a brand mark. Woven labels, neck prints, private-label trims, and size-organized packaging create a retail-ready uniform program.
Protect Staff Readability
2-inch chest logos usually remain readable without stiffening the shirt front. Put staff names, role identifiers, and required care or safety details where they stay legible and avoid skin contact.
6. Construction Details That Improve Wear Life
Restaurant shifts combine spills, heat, bending and repeated laundering, so construction matters as much as appearance. A restaurant shirt supplier should document the approved sample as a production standard before bulk cutting.
Specify The Load Points
160–220 GSM shirting is a practical starting range, but fiber blend and weave must match the role. Request 10–12 stitches per inch at main seams, with bartacks at pocket corners and placket bases.
Stabilize Shape And Finish
1 shoulder tape line helps limit neckline and shoulder stretching during movement. Inspect collar stand, fused placket, clean seam allowances and secure button stitching; heat and frequent washing reveal weak stabilization quickly.
Approve A Washed Size Set
3 wash-and-dry cycles on representative samples can expose shrinkage, twisting, puckering and color transfer before production. Measure chest, body length, sleeve length and collar after each cycle against the graded size chart.
- Check stress points while pulling seams by hand.
- Compare washed measurements with approved tolerances.
- Review stains after laundering for permanent shadowing.
7. How to Vet a Restaurant Shirt Supplier
EDVORIN’s MOQ starts at 200 pieces per style. Seven checks separate a capable restaurant shirt supplier from a quote-only vendor: relevant hospitality experience, MOQ fit, sampling, capacity, quality control, communication, lead times, and reorder control.
Verify Product Development
Two documents should arrive before sampling: a construction specification and graded size chart covering fabric, seams, buttons, labels, and artwork placement.
One pre-production sample should match the approved Pantone references and private-label trim package; record every revision in writing.
Test Commercial Fit
200 pieces may suit an OEM program, but ask for MOQ by style, color, fabric, and decoration—not only a total order minimum.
Three dates need confirmation: sample approval, bulk completion, and shipping handoff. Request Incoterms, port or destination, and freight responsibility in the quotation.
Audit Repeatability Controls
One written QC plan should define measurement tolerances, in-line checks, final inspection method, defect handling, and packing verification.
Two reorder controls matter: retained approved samples and version-controlled specifications. Ask how the factory matches fabric, color, fit, logo placement, and labels on later production runs.
8. Common Restaurant Shirt Sourcing Mistakes
Restaurant shirt supplier errors usually appear after the first service week or reorder, when wear, fit, color, and delivery gaps become visible. Put measurable controls into the purchase order before sampling begins.
Specify Fabric Beyond Cost
180–220 GSM cotton-blend shirts may cost more than lighter open-end options, but price-only selection can shorten usable life. Require fiber content, GSM, shrinkage tolerance, and a washed sample approval in the purchase order.
Control Artwork And Fit
2–3 cm placement drift can make a chest logo look inconsistent across a staff team. Attach artwork size, placement points from seams, Pantone references, and a graded size chart covering every required size.
Protect Reorders And Timing
7–14 days of production slack helps prevent a late uniform rollout when fabric, decoration, or approvals move slowly. Record approved swatches, dye-lot tolerance, sample version, lead time, packing rules, and revision history for every reorder.
9. Launching a Branded Restaurant Shirt Program
A restaurant shirt supplier launch starts with a role map: service, bar, kitchen, events, and retail. Set visual direction and whether the program serves uniforms, merchandise, or both before selecting garments.
Define Roles And Garments
Three wearer groups often need different builds: servers need polished mobility, kitchens need practical coverage, and retail needs sellable styling. Restaurant groups, schools, and sports teams can adapt the same color system across staff and supporters.
Prepare Approval Files
One artwork file should specify Pantone references, logo dimensions, placement from seams, and decoration method. Pair it with size grading, fabric composition, care label text, trims, packaging, and an approved sample record.
Sample, Produce, Reorder
Two approval stages reduce avoidable variation: assess fit and wash performance first, then confirm pre-production artwork and measurements. Plan delivery by location and retain the complete specification pack for repeat orders or distributor replenishment.
10. Restaurant Shirt Supplier Pricing and Costs
200-piece orders usually carry higher unit costs because pattern setup, sampling, screens or embroidery files, labels, and packing preparation are spread across fewer garments. Garment type, fabric composition, 160–220 GSM weight, decoration method and color count all change the manufacturing cost.
1 approved pre-production sample should be budgeted separately, while freight, destination duty, taxes, and clearance fees can materially change landed cost. The tiers below are illustrative market planning ranges, not EDVORIN pricing; request a supplier-specific quote using your final specification and delivery country.
| Order quantity | Relative unit cost | Typical production lead time |
|---|---|---|
| 200–499 | Highest | 25–40 days after approval |
| 500–999 | Lower | 25–40 days after approval |
| 1,000+ | Lowest | 30–45 days after approval |
Ready to Develop Your Restaurant Shirt Collection?
Send your tech pack or concept to EDVORIN for sampling and a production-ready quote.