Women’s Dress Wholesale

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Modest fashion wholesale: what to buy and how to order

What modest fashion includes, how coverage is judged and how to build a first order.

What modest fashion wholesale covers

Modest fashion is clothing cut for coverage: long sleeves, higher necklines, longer lengths and fabrics that are not see-through. In wholesale it usually means long dresses, tunics, long vests, trench coats, capes and long jackets, and two-piece sets.

Customers include hijab-wearing women in the Gulf, Iraq, Russia and Central Asia, and women in Europe who prefer longer, looser cuts.

How coverage is judged

Four things decide whether a garment meets a customer’s expectation: sleeve length, neckline height, hem length and opacity. Check each on the sample, including how the fabric looks under strong light and when the wearer moves.

Building a first order

Start with a core that works across seasons: a long dress or two, a trench coat in classic colours, a tunic and trouser set and one layering piece such as a long vest. Add colours before adding many styles so fabric minimums stay manageable.

Sizes and fit

Loose and oversize cuts can be sold in a single standard size or a short run, while fitted pieces need a full run. Plus sizes need their own fit sample.

Seasons and calendars

Demand typically rises ahead of Ramadan and Eid, whose dates move about eleven days earlier each year, and ahead of autumn for outerwear. Work backward from your in-store date.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between modest wear and abayas?

An abaya is one specific long, loose outer garment. Modest wear is the wider category of clothing cut for coverage. We make modest dresses, outerwear, sets and tunics.

Is modest fashion only for Muslim customers?

No. Many customers choose longer, looser cuts for style or comfort.