Table of Contents
- Quick Answer
- What MOQ and Lead Time Really Mean
- What I’ve Learned From Real Orders
- Typical MOQ Ranges for Sports Bras
- How Long Sports Bra Production Really Takes
- Common Delays and How to Avoid Them
- Recommended Sports Bra Manufacturers
- Factory MOQ & Lead Time Comparison
- How to Choose the Right MOQ Strategy
- FAQs
- Work With Fukigymwear
Quick Answer
For most custom sports bras:
- MOQ: 300–1,000 pcs per style
- Sampling time: 2–6 weeks
- Bulk production: 30–50 days
- Total lead time: 6–10 weeks from approval
From my experience, brands fail not because MOQ is “too high,” but because they plan backward incorrectly.
MOQ controls risk. Lead time controls cash flow. You must design both into your launch strategy.
What MOQ and Lead Time Really Mean
When brands ask:
“What’s your MOQ and lead time?”
They’re really asking:
- How much capital do I need?
- How fast can I launch?
- Can I test the market safely?
- How often can I restock?
MOQ is not a barrier—it’s a production efficiency threshold.
Lead time is not a promise—it’s a system of dependencies:
- Fabric sourcing
- Pattern development
- Sampling rounds
- Production line booking
- QC and packing
Factories that quote “fast & low” without process are warning signs.
What I’ve Learned From Real Orders
Across many projects, I see two types of brands:
Unprepared brands
- Approve samples late
- Change fabrics mid-cycle
- Miss booking windows
- Rush production
Prepared brands
- Lock design early
- Align MOQ with launch volume
- Build buffer into timelines
- Pre-book materials
The second group launches on time—even with higher MOQ.
Typical MOQ Ranges for Sports Bras
| Factory Type | Typical MOQ | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible OEM | 100–300 pcs | Startups |
| Standard OEM | 300–800 pcs | Growing brands |
| Enterprise factory | 1,000–3,000 pcs | Scale programs |
Lower MOQ usually means:
- Higher unit cost
- Limited fabric options
- Slower line priority
Higher MOQ means:
- Better price
- More stable supply
- Priority on the line
How Long Sports Bra Production Really Takes
| Stage | Time Range |
|---|---|
| Tech pack review | 2–4 days |
| Sample round 1 | 7–12 days |
| Sample revision | 5–10 days |
| Final approval | 2–3 days |
| Bulk production | 25–45 days |
| QC & packing | 3–7 days |
Real-world total: 6–10 weeks after sample approval.
Any quote under 3 weeks usually cuts steps.
Common Delays and How to Avoid Them
| Cause | Impact | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric out of stock | +2–3 weeks | Pre-select alternates |
| Late sample feedback | Missed line slot | Set internal deadlines |
| Too many changes | Restart cycle | Freeze core structure |
| No buffer time | Launch delay | Add 10–15 days |
Fast factories are useless without fast decisions.
Recommended Sports Bra Manufacturers
1. Fukigymwear – Low MOQ & Fast Turnaround
Flexible OEM with low MOQ, clear sampling workflow, and predictable lead times.
Best for: Startups and testing new styles.
2. Billoomi Fashion – Private Label Activewear
OEM partner offering moderate MOQ and fast sampling cycles.
Best for: Private label brands.
3. Shenzhou International – Large-Scale Activewear Manufacturing
One of the world’s largest knitwear and activewear manufacturers, serving global sportswear brands with stable capacity and long-term programs.
Best for: Brands planning large-volume and long-term production.
4. Eclat – Technical Knit Manufacturing
👉 Eclat
Performance-focused supplier with strong material systems.
Best for: Premium and technical bras.
5. TAL Apparel – Enterprise Production Systems
Large-scale OEM with structured booking cycles.
Best for: High-volume programs.
Factory MOQ & Lead Time Comparison
| Factory | Typical MOQ | Sample Time | Bulk Lead Time | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fukigymwear | 100–300 | 7–10 days | 30–40 days | Startups |
| Billoomi | 200–500 | 10–14 days | 35–45 days | Private label |
| Shenzhou International | 1,000–3,000 | 2–3 weeks | 40–55 days | Large-volume programs |
| Eclat | 1,000+ | 2–3 weeks | 45–60 days | Technical lines |
| TAL Apparel | 1,500+ | 3–4 weeks | 45–60 days | Enterprise |
How to Choose the Right MOQ Strategy
- Testing your first bra → Fukigymwear or Billoomi Fashion
- Launching a full line → Shenzhou International
- Building performance bras → Eclat
- Scaling to retail chains → TAL Apparel
Choose based on cash flow tolerance, not just unit price.
FAQs
Q: Can I order 50 pcs per style?
A: Most real factories cannot support this economically. Look for low-MOQ OEM like Fukigymwear.
Q: Why do factories require MOQ?
A: Setup time, fabric cutting, and line efficiency.
Q: Can I speed up lead time?
A: Yes—by freezing design early and giving fast feedback.
Work With Fukigymwear
If you want predictable MOQ and lead time without losing control over
quality, fit, and performance—
👉 Fukigymwear
supports sports bra OEM with low MOQ, fast sampling, and transparent production timelines.
