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We believe clarity builds trust. Here are the questions we hear most often, and the answers that define how we work, create, and deliver.
What does Smoothlink do?

Smoothlink is a manufacturing group and product development partner for apparel, footwear and accessories brands. We manage everything from design to fabric sourcing to sampling to full production across multiple countries in Asia.

What product categories does Smoothlink support?

We support:

- Apparel: outerwear, knits, wovens, technical sportswear

- Bags: contemporary fashion & purses, hiking & technical outdoor, wheeled travel & lifestyle, RF welded

- Accessories: hats, gloves, towels, socks, wristbands

- Footwear: lifestyle, outdoor, and sport footwear (cut & sew or molded)

If you have something specific, we’ll let you know what’s possible.

Who are your typical clients?

We work with both emerging brands and established names across outdoor, fashion, performance and streetwear. Many use us as their extended design, sourcing and production team.

Where are Smoothlink's factories located and what do they specialize in?

We work across China, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Cambodia, each with their own strengths across apparel, bags, accessories, and footwear:

China:

- Apparel: High complexity, flexible MOQ

- Bags: Medium to high complexity (fashion & outdoor), flexible MOQ

-  Accessories: Headwear, gloves, and other accessories with medium to high complexity, flexible MOQ

- Footwear: Low to high complexity (performance & streetwear), flexible MOQ

Vietnam:

- Bags: Medium to high complexity (fashion & outdoor), medium to high MOQ

- Footwear: Sandals, fashion & outdoor footwear, medium to high MOQ

Indonesia:

- Apparel: All levels of complexity (low, medium, high), high MOQ

- Bags: All levels of complexity, high MOQ

Cambodia:

- Footwear: Fashion & outdoor footwear, medium to high MOQ

- Bags: Fashion-focused bags, high MOQ

Do you support footwear development and production?

Yes. We work with partners who can handle:

- Sewn footwear: sneakers, canvas shoes, sandals

- Molded or injected soles: via our Vietnam and China vendorsMinimums and timelines vary, but we’ll guide you through the best setup.

How do I start working with Smoothlink?

Send us a message via our contact page. From there, we’ll:

1. Review your product needs & schedule a call

2. Recommend the right approach (end-to-end support, supply chain driven or traditional manufacturing)

3. Match you with the best region and timeline based upon your requirements

MOQ & Production Questions
What are your minimum order quantities (MOQs)?

- Typical MOQs are:

- Apparel: 300–500 units per style

- Bags: 300–1000 units per style

- Footwear: 600–1200 pairs per style

- Accessories: 300+ units per SKU

These vary by country, factory/facility, product category, and complexity.

Can Smoothlink support low MOQs or small batches?

Yes, in some cases. We support sampling, market testing, or brand launches at lower quantities if:

- You can afford to pay upcharges for low volume

- You can use stock fabrics or shared trims

- There’s long-term potential and shared values

- We’re consolidating styles across categories

What are typical lead times?

General guidance:

- Sampling: 3–6 weeks

- Apparel bulk: 90–120 days (pending fabric pre-booking)

- Accessories bulk: 75–100 days

- Footwear bulk: 100–140 days

Lead times depend on design complexity, material sourcing, and country.