Fabric Sourcing & Treatment Services
for emerging and established designers
TEG’s Fabric Sourcing Services support fashion designers through the sourcing process with experienced guidance, ensuring creative vision is aligned with material quality, production feasibility, and long-term brand goals.
Our sourcing services are designed to meet designers where they are. For those who want full support, our Sourcing Manager researches and identifies appropriate vendors, considering key factors such as texture, drape, durability, lead times, minimums, and cost. Designers receive curated swatches for review, along with guidance through selection and purchasing to ensure clarity and consistency throughout development.
For designers who prefer a more hands-on approach, TEG also offers a sourcing consultation option. This provides expert direction and technical input—along with patternmaker review—while allowing designers to manage sourcing independently using a customized list of recommended suppliers.
Beyond fabric and trim selection, TEG supports specialty treatments such as embroidery, printing, dye washes, and finishes. For denim and washed styles, we follow a specialized process to account for shrinkage and fit, ensuring accurate results for final garments.
Trusted by emerging and established brands:
NIKE · Banana Republic · GUESS · Rodarte · LoveShackFancy · Jenni Kayne · Simkhai · Splendid · zetaye · SOSOM · Carbon38 · JULIEN MARCIANO · JAMIE OKUMA · GREG LAUREN · MONCLER
Trusted by over 4000 emerging and established fashion designers
Fabric Sourcing & Treatment Pricing Packages
FULL-SERVICE FABRIC
AND TRIM SOURCING
$2,050 / bundle
The right fabric is integral to the success of your collection. TEG’s Sourcing Manager will research and identify the best fabrics and trims for your styles.
We will provide you with swatches for your review and approval, create all POs for you, and guide you through the purchasing process. Our team tracks all orders to ensure receipt. Sources are yours to work with in the long term as you scale.
Each bundle includes up to 3 fabrics, 3 trims, and labels.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Sourcing intake session
- Expert input and planning
- Swatches and trims gathered
- Review Session
- 1-2 Rounds of Revisions*
- POs created and ordering assistance
- Tracking receipt of orders
- Bill of Materials (BOM)
*Standard rate includes up to three fabrics and three trims. Additional sourcing or revisions will be billed at our standard hourly rates.
sourcing consultation
$860 / bundle
TEG’s Sourcing Consultation offers a more hands-on approach for designers who want expert direction while managing sourcing independently.
Our Sourcing Manager and Patternmaker review your design intent and material needs, providing a customized list of vetted fabric, trim, and label sources aligned with your collection goals.
From there, outreach, purchasing, and order management are handled directly by the client.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
*Includes up to 3 fabrics, 3 trims, and labels.
- Sourcing intake session
- Expert input and planning
- Sourcing reviews with Patternmaker
- Customized list of fabric, trim, and label sources.
FABRIC TREATMENT MANAGEMENT
$860 / process*
Do you want to embroidery, screenprint, sublimation print, or graphic print? There are a multitude of fabric treatments available to you. TEG’s Sourcing Manager provides professional oversight and management of your fabric treatments for each style and guides you through the process.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Treatment intake session
- Expert input and planning
- Artwork coordinated for approvals
- Negotiate pricing and minimums with local vendors when feasible
- Guidance in ordering
- Coordinate send-outs for sampling or production
- Management of projects through completion
- Includes screen-printing, embroidery, pleating, custom prints, or other send-outs.
*Complex styles or additional work will be billed at our standard hourly rates.
Denim & Dye Wash testing & management
$1,500 / style*
Are you developing denim, dyed, or washed styles for your collection? Our experts will follow a special process to ensure the shrinkage is perfectly calculated and accounted for in a technical denim, dye, or wash process.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Wash or dye intake session.
- 3 sewn panels sent to test wash for lab dip or wash approval.
- 1st sample sewn and treated for dye/wash.
- Shrinkage assessed and pattern revisions made.
- Oversight and management of the dye or wash process on fit samples.
*Process is applied per wash or color resulting in varying shrinkages.
What kind of fabric are you thinking of for your next collection?
20 years of experience
With over two decades of expertise, TEG has forged a legacy of integrity and unparalleled domestic craftsmanship.
High-quality domestic craftsmanship
Our “white glove” service ensures meticulous craftsmanship from fabric sourcing to the final stitch, led by a top team.
Sustainable manufacturing
We offer sustainable manufacturing, helping high-end designers craft ethical, eco-conscious apparel.
Small batch manufacturing
We specialize in small-batch manufacturing for high-end designers, offering low-MOQ production in Los Angeles.
For fashion brands that take quality seriously
Emerging Fashion Brands
You have sketches, references, or a strong vision, but need an experienced manufacturing partner to turn ideas into production-ready products.
Luxury & Premium Labels
You need elevated construction, premium materials, flawless finishing, and a manufacturing team that understands luxury standards.
Wellness & Clean Material Brands
You care deeply about fabric safety, sustainability, comfort, and performance — and need a partner who understands specialized sourcing requirements.
Sustainable & Mission-Driven Brands
You want ethical, USA-made production without compromising on quality, design, or scalability.
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FAQs
Yes, that’s what Full-Service Fabric and Trim Sourcing is for. You tell us what you’re trying to achieve (weight, hand feel, stretch, aesthetic), and our Sourcing Manager researches options, gathers swatches, presents them for your review, creates purchase orders, tracks delivery, and provides you with a Bill of Materials.
You approve the final selections, but we handle the logistics, vendor relationships, and order management. You don’t need any sourcing experience or existing vendor contacts.
At TEG, we can source a wide variety of fabrics, including sustainable options like organic cotton, luxurious silks, specialty performance fabrics, and unique textile blends. We tailor our sourcing to match your collection’s aesthetic, budget, and functional requirements.
Every fabric undergoes a meticulous quality check. Our Sourcing Manager assesses factors like texture, drape, durability, and consistency to ensure they meet your brand’s standards before presenting curated swatches for approval.
Timelines can vary depending on fabric availability and treatment requirements. On average, sourcing takes 2-4 weeks, but we’ll provide a clear timeline based on your specific needs and production goals.
Absolutely. We understand that emerging designers often need smaller yardages and can connect you with suppliers who support lower minimums.
Yes. We can locate eco-friendly, organic, or specialty textiles to align with your brand’s values and design needs.
Getting started is easy! Reach out via our contact form to schedule a consultation. Our team will discuss your project, sourcing goals, and design requirements to kickstart the process.
