Premium Wear Works

Questions Brands Ask.

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General

What's your minimum order quantity?

We work in low MOQ, small batches — every spec is quoted individually based on your style count and processes, so reach out and we'll confirm numbers for your project.

How fast can I get a sample?

A pre-production sample typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed tech pack.

Can you ship DDP to the US?

Yes — duties paid, delivered to your door across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Southeast Asia.

Will my designs be shared with anyone else?

No. Your designs are never shown or shared, and an NDA is available on request.

What finishes can you produce in-house?

Heavyweight knits, garment washing, vintage fades, distressing, printing and embroidery — all under one roof, across our own mill, dye house and sewing floor.

Low MOQ

What's your minimum order quantity?

There's no fixed number we publish — every quote is individual based on your style count and processes. Tell us your project and we'll confirm numbers.

Can I order just one style to start?

Yes — small batch, single-style orders are welcome, especially to test a new design before committing further.

Does a smaller order cost more per piece?

Pricing is quoted individually based on your real specs — ask for numbers at both a small batch and a larger quantity to compare.

Will quality be different on a small batch?

No — small batches go through the same mill, dye house, sewing floor and QC process as larger orders.

How fast can a small batch ship?

A pre-production sample in 7 days, bulk in 25 — the same timeline regardless of batch size.

Can I grow my order size over time?

Yes — many brands start with a small batch and scale up repeat orders as the style proves out.

Process

How long does the whole process take?

Typically 7 days to sample, 25 days to bulk from a confirmed tech pack — reorders of a proven style ship in 15 days.

What is DDP shipping?

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means duties and customs clearance are handled for you — your order arrives at your door with nothing left to pay.

Can I make changes after I approve the sample?

Minor changes can usually be accommodated before bulk starts — let us know as early as possible.

Do I need a finished tech pack to start?

No — a clear reference image or an existing garment works too. We'll help fill in the spec.

What happens during QC?

Finished units are inspected against AQL sampling standards before they're packed and shipped.

Quality

How do you test for shrinkage and color fastness?

Every style is tested in our dye house and measured against a shrinkage and color fastness spec before bulk production — see current figures above.

Who does the inspection — you or a third party?

Our own QC team inspects in-line and at final stage; third-party inspection can also be arranged on request.

What happens if a batch fails inspection?

Failed units are reworked or replaced before shipping — we don't ship a batch that doesn't meet spec.

Do you provide inspection reports?

Yes, full inspection reports are available on request.

Do you hold any certifications?

Certification details are listed above and can be confirmed with your quote.

Heritage

Is Premium Wear Works a factory or a sourcing agent?

We're a factory group — our own mill, dye house and sewing floor. We don't subcontract production to third parties.

How long has the company been in business?

Over 30 years as a family-owned manufacturer.

Can I visit the factory?

Yes, factory visits can be arranged — reach out through Start a Project to set one up.

Do you manufacture for brands outside the US?

Yes — alongside the United States, we export to Canada, Mexico and Southeast Asia.

Does one family really run all three factories?

Yes. The mill, dye house and sewing floor are all part of the same family-owned group, not separate vendors.

Tees

What's the minimum GSM you recommend for streetwear tees?

Most streetwear brands land between 220–300 GSM for a boxy, substantial feel without being too stiff — we'll help you dial in GSM for your specific fit.

Can I get different fits on the same fabric?

Yes — the same 180–400 GSM jersey can be cut into regular, boxy or oversized blocks.

Do you provide size grading?

Yes, every fit block is graded proportionally across your full size range before bulk cutting.

Can tees be washed, distressed or printed?

Yes — all of our finishing processes (wash, vintage fade, distressing, printing) apply to our tee base.

How fast can I get a tee sample?

A pre-production sample typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed tech pack.

What's your MOQ for tees?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — every quote is individual based on your style count and finishes.

Hoodies

What's the difference between loopback and brushed fleece?

Loopback keeps an uncut loop texture inside and breathes better; brushed fleece is combed into a soft nap for extra warmth. Both can be built heavyweight.

Can hoodies get the same washes as your tees?

Yes — garment dye, acid, snow, stone and enzyme washes all apply to our hoodie builds.

Do you make both pullover and full-zip?

Yes, both constructions are available in the same fleece and weight options.

Can you distress a hoodie hem and cuffs?

Yes — distressing is graded D1–D5 and commonly applied to hems, cuffs and seams on hoodies.

How fast can I get a hoodie sample?

A pre-production sample typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed tech pack.

What's your MOQ for hoodies?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — every quote is individual based on your style count and finishes.

Underwear

Can you weave my logo into the waistband?

Yes — we develop custom jacquard waistbands with your logo or branding, not printed or heat-pressed.

Do you handle retail packaging too?

Yes, we confirm packaging alongside your garment sample so both arrive ready for retail.

What fabric do you use for underwear?

We work in cotton and cotton-blend knits suited to underwear — tell us your preferred hand and we'll confirm the base fabric.

Can I start with just one style?

Yes — low MOQ, small batches welcome, whether it's one style or a full line.

How fast can I get an underwear sample?

A pre-production sample with your waistband branding typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed spec.

What's your MOQ for private label underwear?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — every quote is individual based on your style count and packaging needs.

C-01 — Heavyweight

What GSM counts as heavyweight?

Generally anything above 200 GSM. We knit from 180 up to 400 GSM depending on the drape and durability you want.

Can you match a specific fabric weight?

Yes — send your target GSM or a reference swatch and we'll knit to match before we cut your sample.

Does heavyweight fabric shrink more?

Shrinkage is tested and controlled in our dye house regardless of weight — ask for your style's shrinkage spec with your quote.

Can heavyweight tees still be printed and washed?

Yes. Heavyweight knits hold prints, embroidery and garment washing better than lightweight fabric, not worse.

What's your MOQ for heavyweight styles?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — every quote is individual, so tell us your style count and we'll confirm numbers.

How fast can I get a heavyweight sample?

A pre-production sample typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed tech pack.

C-02 — Washed

Can you match a reference wash tone?

Yes — send a reference photo or swatch and we'll run a lab-dip before committing to bulk.

Does washing affect shrinkage?

Yes, which is why every wash recipe is tested and measured against a shrinkage spec before bulk production.

Can the same style get two different washes?

Yes, we can split a cutting lot across multiple wash recipes for the same style.

Is garment wash different from fabric dyeing?

Yes — fabric dyeing colors the raw fabric before cutting; garment washing treats the finished, sewn piece, which gives a softer, more lived-in result.

How long does a wash sample take?

A washed pre-production sample typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed tech pack and wash reference.

What's the MOQ for a custom wash?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — every wash recipe is quoted individually once we know your style and quantity.

C-03 — Vintage

Can you match a vintage tee I already own?

Yes — send us the reference piece or photos and we'll match the fade placement and intensity.

Will every piece in a batch fade the same way?

Fade zones are placed consistently, but like real vintage, some natural variation between pieces is part of the look.

Does vintage fade weaken the fabric?

Our heavyweight knits are built to hold up to fading treatments — we grade and reinforce as needed so the garment stays durable.

Can vintage fade be combined with printing?

Yes — many brands fade first, then apply a cracked or aged print on top for a more worn-in graphic.

How fast can I see a fade sample?

A pre-production sample with your fade treatment typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed reference.

What's the MOQ for a custom fade?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — tell us your style and quantity and we'll confirm numbers with your quote.

C-04 — Destroyed

What does a D1–D5 distress grade mean?

It's our internal scale from D1 (light fraying) to D5 (heavy, multi-point shredding) so every batch matches the same intensity.

Will the holes get bigger after washing?

No — distressed areas are reinforced underneath during construction, so the damage stays where you designed it.

Can you match a reference piece's distressing exactly?

Yes — send photos or a physical reference and we'll mark placement and grade to match.

Can distressing be combined with wash or print?

Yes — most distressed styles are also garment-washed and printed in the same production run.

How fast can I get a distressed sample?

A pre-production sample typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed tech pack and distress reference.

What's the MOQ for distressed styles?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — every quote is individual based on your style count and grade.

C-05 — Printed

Which print method is cheapest at low quantities?

DTG and DTF typically have the lowest minimums for full-color art; screen printing gets more cost-efficient at higher volumes.

Will puff print crack or flatten after washing?

We wash-test every print before bulk production specifically to catch that — approved prints are built to hold their texture.

Can you print on heavyweight and washed garments?

Yes — our prints are tested on the actual finished fabric, including garment-washed and distressed pieces.

Do you offer embroidery too?

Yes, alongside DTG, DTF, screen, puff and crackle printing — all tested to survive the wash.

How fast can I see a printed sample?

A pre-production sample with your print typically ships in 7 days from confirmed artwork.

What's the MOQ for a custom print?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — every print job is quoted individually based on method, colors and quantity.

C-06 — Oversized

Is oversized just a bigger regular-fit pattern?

No — we draft the block specifically for oversized proportions, including shoulder drop and body width, not just scale up a regular fit.

Can you grade an oversized fit across a wide size range?

Yes, we grade each block proportionally so the oversized look stays consistent from your smallest to largest size.

Do you have standard oversized blocks to start from?

Yes — we can start from a proven boxy or dropped-shoulder block and adjust it to your spec, which is usually faster than drafting from scratch.

Can oversized fits be combined with your other finishes?

Yes — oversized blocks work with any of our washes, distressing and print finishes.

How fast can I get an oversized fit sample?

A fit sample typically ships in 7 days from a confirmed spec sheet or reference pattern.

What's the MOQ for an oversized style?

Low MOQ, small batches welcome — every quote is individual based on your style count and size range.

Last updated: 2026-10-18

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