Footwear sourcing blog
Practical guides for importers, wholesalers and brands buying shoes from China: minimums, lead times, shipping and launching your own label.
Jinjiang, China's Shoe Capital: A Buyer's Guide
Why so many footwear buyers source from Jinjiang in Fujian province: the supply chain, what the region makes best, nearby ports, and tips for visiting or working with a Jinjiang supplier.
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Stock Shoes vs Custom Production: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Ready-stock shoes ship in days; custom OEM shoes carry your brand. Compare minimums, lead times, margins and risk to choose the right sourcing route for your footwear business.
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How to Start Your Own Shoe Brand with Only 300 Pairs
A step-by-step guide to launching a private-label shoe line on a small budget: choosing a style, working with a low-MOQ factory, sampling, branding, costs and timelines.
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Big Size Shoes Wholesale: How to Source Men's Shoes in EU 47 to 54
Big and wide shoe sizes are an underserved market. Learn which styles sell, how to plan a big-size range, and how to source men's shoes up to EU 54 from a manufacturer.
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How to Import Shoes from China: A Practical Guide for Buyers
Everything first-time footwear importers need to know: finding a supplier, samples, Incoterms (FOB, CIF, EXW, DDP), payment, lead times, shipping, duties and quality checks.
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