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Kontoinformation

Muss ich ein Konto erstellen?

Nein, Sie müssen kein Konto erstellen. Wir empfehlen Ihnen jedoch dringend, ein Konto zu erstellen, damit Sie die verschiedenen Vorteile nutzen können, die es bietet. So können Sie beispielsweise bei Ihrem nächsten Besuch einfach auf Ihr Konto zugreifen und erhalten außerdem personalisierte Empfehlungen und auf Ihre Bedürfnisse zugeschnittene Services. Indem Sie ein Konto bei uns erstellen, können Sie unsere Dienste optimal nutzen und in Zukunft Zeit sparen.

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What Are Tech Packs And Why Are They Required?

A tech pack (short for technical pack) is like a blueprint that contains all the technical specifications to make your clothing design.

It’s a document for both designers and clothing production teams when developing and manufacturing a design, as it serves as the central point of reference and helps communicate every detail of the design.

Without tech packs, there may be misunderstanding of how the garment should be made and the end result may turn out differently from what is expected.

Can I Provide My Own Tech Packs, Patterns & Samples?

You can provide your own tech packs and samples.
Do note that tech packs provided are required to have technical drawings, construction notes, dimensions, size charts and material and components listed.
For patterns, we will prefer to create our own due to software compatibility and the ease of speed for changes.

Can You Create Tech Packs For Me?

Yes, we definitely can do that for you.
We specialise in creating tech packs for our clients for different types of categories.

Do I Need To Provide Garment Measurements?

It will be great if you are able to provide the measurements of the garments to create the samples as it will reduce mistakes due to miscommunication.
That will help to reduce lead time and delays as well.

What Products Do You Not Make?

Skiing Gear
Gloves

What categories do you specialise in?

Menswear – Knit & Woven
Womenswear – Knit & Woven
Kidswear – Knit & Woven
Sportswear – Knit & Woven
Swimwear – Knit & Woven

Custom Packaging
Printed Poly Mailers
Printed Ziplock Bags
Printed Canvas / Muslin Bags
Printed Boxes / Cartons

Woven & Printed Labels
Printed Hang Tags

What Is Full Package Manufacturing?

Full Package Manufacturing or Full-Service Manufacturing is a complete manufacturing solution from start to end.
It Includes assistance in the following areas:

1:Consultation
2:Sourcing
3:Product Development
4:Prototyping/Samples
5:Bulk Production
6:Quality Control & Testing
7:Shipping

Can I Order Samples Before Ordering in Bulk?

Yes, you can order samples first before producing the designs in bulk.
Our process is to create first prototypes and iterate until they are correct before producing them in bulk.

Do You Have Existing Patterns Or Designs That I Can Use?

We do not have any existing patterns or designs available for use as every order is custom according to the client’s requirements.

Do You Offer Ready-Made Clothing?

No, we don’t offer ready-made clothing as we are a custom clothing manufacturing service provider.

Do You Offer Dropshipping?

No, we don’t offer dropshipping.

Do You Accept CMT(Cut, make trim) Orders?

We only accept CMT orders if the fabrics are shipped from China.

Do you send fabric or material samples?

We don’t send physical samples of the materials to review but will instead send you videos and photos of our recommendations for each design.

There will be a few different types of fabric we will recommend for each design based on a few characteristics like:
The thickness of fabric in GSM
The handfeel of the fabric
Type of fabric (for example fleece or terry fabric for hoodies)

Are you guys able to create designs for me?

Yes we can help you to create the designs based on your sketches or images of styles you like.

What if I don’t like the samples you send me?

If you don’t like the samples, we can adjust them accordingly to your requirements and remake another sample that will be sent again for your review.

Am I able to end our partnership if I am not satisfied with the samples?

You can cancel the partnership if the resamples are not to your liking, but can’t cancel when production is confirmed.
Usually, it takes 2 rounds of samples to get all the details correct for production.

How much do you charge for samples?

Sample charges vary on the design and complexity, it will be easier to get a whole overview of the cost after you submit an order form.

Are my designs protected?

We do not sell or reveal any designs to other customers.
We can sign a non-disclosure agreement to keep your information confidential and we will not divulge your designs and information to other customers.

Would you keep the designs so that I can order more in the future?

We will keep the tech packs and patterns so you can reorder them in the future and it’s advisable to send us the garment for reference.
Do note that as we purchase fabrics from other suppliers, some fabrics may not be in stock after a few years.

What happens if I receive defective items?

For defective items, we will issue a refund for the affected pieces.
Usually, there shouldn’t be too many defective pieces as we manage each step carefully and do QC for samples, fabric and after production is completed.

What are the benefits of using you guys vs doing this on my own?

Doing everything yourself takes time, knowledge and time management to be able to start and run it successfully.
Working with an experienced team will help you to de-risk costly mistakes, and free up your time to focus on the value creation activities for your business.
It will also allow you to have a manageable workflow to build a strong foundation for your business.

Getting Started

Do I Need To Be Trained In Fashion To Start A Clothing Brand?

No, you don’t necessarily have to be trained in fashion to start a clothing brand, as you have the right team and systems in place.

Not to worry, we have helped many clients who are not designers or familiar with sewing to launch their brands. The most important thing is to know your vision and ideas clearly so our team can help you.

We specialise in technical design, sourcing and manufacturing, which means you can provide us with sketches or images from other brands as a reference and we can take care of the rest.

Our design team will use these details you provide to create tech packs, which will have the sketches of your design, design details and fabric recommendations.

These tech packs will be sent to you to approve before we start creating prototypes.

You can click on this link to view an example of a tech pack: Tech Pack

What If I Don’t Have A Logo, Design Or Artwork?

We recommend you look for designers that fit your brand style on sites like Fiverr.com, Upwork.com, Behance.com & Logopond.com.

How does the process work?

You can view the process overview on this page: https://www.lookegarment.com/pages/services.

What do I need to prepare to start?

Branding Files
Your logos in vector files format like .AI, .PSD, .EPS, .SVG or .PDF.

Designs
Tech packs or if you don’t have them, at least 3 high-resolution reference images in different views or sketches.

Artwork Files
Files for print, embroidery, notions and packaging must be in a vector file format with dimensions stated.

Sizing
A size chart of garment measurements for each design. Do note that body measurements can’t be used.

Lead Times

What is the lead time for the entire process?

It will take 2-4 months for the entire process, excluding delivery.
This is applicable for orders which do not require custom fabric development.

What are the lead times for each process?

These are the typical lead times for projects that do not require the development of custom fabrics, trims and notions.

Tech Pack Development: 1-2 weeks
Sourcing: 1-2 weeks
Sampling: 2-3 weeks
Bulk Production: 4-6 weeks
Quality Control Checks: 2-3 days
Packing & Shipping: 2-3 days

When does the lead time for sample and production start?

The lead time for samples starts when all the details in the tech packs are finalised and approved by the client and when project prepayment is received.
For production, the lead time starts once the pre-production is approved and the downpayment to purchase fabric is received.

What are the lead times for reorders?

Lead time for reorders will take about 30-45 days for production.

What is the lead time for fabric production?

For custom fabric orders, the lead times are:
Samples: 25-30 days
Production: 25-30 days

What are the lead times for custom notions?

For custom fabrication orders, the lead times are:
Samples: 25-30 days
Production: 25-30 days

Common issues with timelines to be aware of?

During peak periods from July to December, some fabrics may be out of stock due to demand and need to be either replaced with other options or be produced.
This will result in lead times being extended as we can’t start production without the fabrics.

Can we do rush orders?

No, we are not able to do rush orders as the manufacturing process requires a lot of attention to detail and each part of the process has to be completed before the next step can happen.

Bestellungen & Versand

Wie sende ich meine Bestellung zurück?

Wenn Sie Ihre Bestellung zurücksenden möchten, füllen Sie bitte das dem Paket beiliegende Rücksendeformular aus. Stellen Sie sicher, dass Sie alle im Formular angeforderten Informationen angeben, z. B. die Bestellnummer und den Grund für die Rücksendung. Wenn das Formular ausgefüllt ist, verschließen Sie das Paket sorgfältig und bringen Sie das Versandetikett an, das auch dem Paket beiliegt. Legen Sie das Paket in einen geeigneten Versandkarton und bringen Sie es so schnell wie möglich zur Post oder zu einem Kurierdienst. Wenn Sie Fragen zum Rückgabeprozess haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Kundendienstteam, um Unterstützung zu erhalten. Wir hoffen, dass Sie mit Ihrem Kauf vollkommen zufrieden sind, aber wenn nicht, sind wir hier, um Ihnen zu helfen.

Alle Bestellungen können innerhalb von 30 Tagen retourniert werden.

Sobald wir die Bestellrücksendung erhalten haben, wird die Rückerstattung innerhalb von 14 Werktagen bearbeitet.

Kann ich meine Bestellung noch ändern?

Wenn Sie Ihre Bestellung ändern möchten, senden Sie uns bitte eine E-Mail an hello@sahara.com. Wir werden sehen, was noch möglich ist.

Wie kann ich meine Bestellung verfolgen?

Sobald Ihre Bestellung versandt wird, senden wir Ihnen einen Track & Trace-Code per Post zu. Auf diese Weise können Sie Ihre Bestellung verfolgen.

Beachten Sie, dass es bis zu 48 Stunden dauern kann, bis Track & Trace verfügbar ist. Können Sie Ihr Paket nach 48 Stunden nicht verfolgen? Bitte senden Sie uns eine E-Mail an hello@sahara.com und wir werden uns mit der Reederei in Verbindung setzen.

Do you provide custom wash, dyeing and other treatments?

We offer custom washes like softener, vintage, sand wash, custom colour dyeing and distressing techniques.
Please enquire with us to check if the technique is suitable for the design and fabric.

What is pattern development?

Pattern development is the process of making templates of different parts of a garment.
They are created in one base size and will be used as the template to cut out fabric to create the samples.

What is grading?

Grading is the process of using a base sample size to create additional smaller or larger sizes.
Grading does not create a new silhouette and just increases or decreases the size of the original silhouette proportionally.

Do you provide size grading for all sizes?

We provide grading for all sizes, the grading will be done and based on the sample approved for fit and production.

What is a garment measurement chart and is it different from a size chart?

Garment measurements refer to the measurement of different measurement points of a sewn garment.

Size charts are usually body measurements of average body shape for each different size and can have variance due to different body shapes.

Most garment measurements are bigger than the wearer’s body measurement as they will need to have allowance in order for the wearer to put on the garment and allow for movement.

Can I get samples made for every side?

You can get samples made in every size, but there will be additional charges for each sample created.

Do you preshrink the garments?

We preshrink all fabrics before cutting & sewing them for bulk production, to reduce shrinkage to acceptable levels when you received and wash the final product.

Why is there a slight colour difference of the same fabrics in different batches/orders?

Most orders are made using in-stock fabrics from wholesalers and mills.
Due to the time gap when the fabrics are purchased for sample and production, there may be some tonal (1-2 shades darker or lighter) difference in colour and fabric weight (+/- 10%).
This is due to fabrics being produced, dyed & processed in different batches. This also applies to custom dye jobs as the fabric bought for samples and production may be from different production batches.

Is it possible for all the different fabrics to have the same colours?

As we source stock fabrics, they will come in colours that are determined by the fabric suppliers.
Also, the colour options may differ on different fabrics as they may come from different suppliers.
Usually, the number of colour options will range from 15 to 60 colours, depending on the popularity of the fabric. Popular & common fabrics like jerseys for t-shirts and terry for hoodies will come in more colours.

Is it possible for my designs to be made in specific colours?

It is possible for fabrics to have a specific colour, but it will require a custom dye job.
Custom dye jobs will incur more costs and time.
Furthermore, custom dye jobs have a higher minimum order as a bigger amount is required for an efficient dyeing process.

Shipping & Returns

What are incoterms?

Incoterms stand for “International Commercial Terms”, and they are set by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) every 10 years. The current edition of these rules is from 2010.
The incoterms have different abbreviations for terms like FOB (Free On Board), DAP (Delivery At Place), and CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight).
These terms clearly lay out what the buyer and seller are responsible for when handling, transporting and delivering goods.

What Incoterms you offer?

We offer the following incoterms for shipping.

EXW (Ex Works) Incoterms
The seller is only required to deliver goods at a predetermined location, and the buyer bears responsibility for shipping costs. Along with these costs, the buyer assumes responsibility for the related risks of the goods which may include anything from customs regulations to loading and transferring to other ships.
This is applicable to both air and sea freight.

FOB (Free On Board)
The seller is responsible for the goods until they are delivered to the port, and the buyer is responsible for freight charges. If the terms include “FOB destination, freight prepaid,” the seller is responsible for goods until delivered, provided there are no insurance claims. In this scenario, the seller is responsible for the freight charges.
This is applicable to both air and sea freight.

CNF (Cost and Freight)
The seller organises the loading and transporting of goods all the way to the destination port. The seller is responsible for the transportation cost of freight to the final port.
The risk of the goods being damaged on lost stops being the seller’s responsibility from the time the products are loaded onto the vessel. During transit and unloading of the goods, the buyer assumes the risk and must organise adequate insurance.
This is applicable to both air and sea freight.

CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) Incoterms The seller is responsible for paying the costs and freight shipping necessary to bring the goods to the destination port, in addition to buying insurance against the risk of loss or damage of the goods. This is applicable to both air and sea freight.

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) Incoterms The seller is responsible for handling the risks and costs of the shipment, including import duty, freight, and any other charges related to delivery. This is applicable to any mode of transportation (air freight, road, sea freight.)

Sample Refund Policy

We offer different air & sea freight options to suit your budget or requirement.
We use various shipping providers like DHL, FEDEX, UPS & trusted freight forwarders to ship your orders by air or sea freight.
Do note that delivery time varies by delivery methods & location and ocean freight takes longer than air freight for delivery.

Shipping Costs

For shipping rates, please kindly get in touch with us with your address and order quantities details for a custom quote here.

Export & Import Clearance

All shipments handled by Looke Garment will have their export permits and custom documentation done and these charges are included in the shipping charges.
If you wish to make your own shipping arrangements, please note that Looke Garment will base the order on a FOB (Free on board) basis and Looke Garment shall not be responsible for the export clearance of the goods to your destination.
For orders not shipped under DDP incoterms, you will be responsible for the custom importation and clearance. We will provide all the necessary shipping documentations for you to submit to the custom office.

Can You Ship To My Country?

We ship to most locations in the world. For shipping rates, please kindly get in touch with us for a custom quote here.

Shipping Insurance

For shipping, we do not buy insurance by default.
For instances where shipments are missing or are stuck in your destination country customs, Looke Garment is not liable for any losses after the goods have been handed over to the shipper.
Please kindly arrange for the purchase of insurance based on your cargo invoice value to insure your goods against such force majeure occurrences.

Returns & Refunds

At Looke Garment, we are confident of our quality and take it very seriously. If you find issues with your order, please contact us within 14 days of receiving your items.
Should there be any concerns about the quality of the product, please email us with your order details and high-resolution photos of the issues.
As everything is a custom order, we do not offer cash refunds unfortunately and can only offer to issue a credit note to cover the full cost of your order.

Shipping Lead Time

Country / Region Delivery Times

United States of America (USA) 4-5 business days
Canada 4-5 business days
Australia, New Zealand 4-5 business days
Europe, United Kingdom (UK) 4-5 business days
India, Maldives, Sri Lanka 4-5 business days
South East Asia 4-5 business days
Japan, South Korea 4-5 business days
Israel, Middle East 5-6 business days
Polynesia 6-7 business days
Russia 6-7 business days
South America 6-7 business days
Africa 6-7 business days

Transit times stated above are indicative & based on the fastest express air freight option provided by the shipping providers.
Your final transit time may differ based on different circumstances such as bad weather, peak period delays and or regulatory clearance requirements.
Looke Garment has no liability or responsibility for differences between the indicative and the actual transit time.

Tracking links for air and sea shipments

Air Freight / Courier Tracking Links:
https://www.aftership.com/track
https://parcelsapp.com/en

Sea Freight Vessel Tracking:
https://www.vesselfinder.com/
https://www.marinetraffic.com/
https://www.vesseltracker.com/
https://www.myshiptracking.com/