What to Check When Buying Wholesale Dresses
When buying wholesale dresses, fit and length measurement, fabric composition, colour run, minimum quantity, lead time and return terms should be checked together. MerterAI product cards show category, colour, pattern, length, sleeve and neckline; price, quantity and lead time are requested from the supplier.
What to check on the product side
Fit (slim, regular, oversized), length (mini, midi, maxi), sleeve and neckline type, fabric composition and lining form the first checklist. A fit fault in a dress is a return reason, so seeing a sample or testing with a small first run lowers the risk.
What to check on the commercial side
Minimum quantity and size-run split, unit price, payment terms, lead time, shipping responsibility and return or exchange terms should be settled. Requesting quotes from more than one supplier for the same model increases negotiating power.
What to check on the sales side
Whether the style fits the target customer, how the colour run will look in the window, and the reorder time should be evaluated. The reorder time of fast-selling colours matters most.
| Field | Check | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Slim / regular / oversized | Product card tag |
| Length | Mini / midi / maxi | Product card tag |
| Sleeve and neckline | Length and type | Product card tag |
| Fabric | Composition and lining | Requested from supplier |
| Colour run | How many, which ones | Product card + supplier |
| Minimum quantity | Number of runs | Requested from supplier |
| Lead time | In days | Requested from supplier |
| Return terms | Under which conditions | Requested from supplier |
Frequently asked questions
Is requesting a sample mandatory?
It is recommended with a new supplier; fit and fabric are verified on the sample.
Can the colour run change?
A manufacturer may drop or add colours within a season; the current colour list should be requested before ordering.
Can I find the same dress with another supplier?
Yes; the similar-products list shows the same pattern from different manufacturers.