We connect fashion brands with the top 3% of manufacturers worldwide
in record time
Topformer is an exclusive network of the top garment manufacturers in the world. Top companies work with Topformer’s manufactures for their most important products.
Our manufacturers work with these
fashion brands and retailers
Why Topformer?
80% Faster
Average time spent finding the right supplier decreased from 3-6 months to 2-4 weeks with Topformer.
Increase Profits
Working with perfectly matching manufacturers leads to improvements on multiple dimensions which have a significant impact on your profits.
Ready for Growth
Shorter lead times, lower prices and lower minimum order quantities enables you to grow faster.
Focus & Safe Resources
If you let us find your next manufacturer, you not only safe resources you can also focus on what you do best.
Meet Manufacturers in Our Network
Maglificio Niccolai
Pika Konfeksiyon
Expotime S.A.
PT Bali Nirwana Garments
WIN (India) Exports
Sumithra Garments Ltd.
Supertex Group
Great King Group
Lives
R.E.A.L Garments Ltd.
Demco
Africa Apparels Ltd.
How does Topformer work?
Talk to One of Our
Industry Experts
An expert on our team will work with you to understand your goals, and requirements.
Work With Hand-Selected
Manufacturers
Within a few weeks, we'll introduce you to the right manufacturers. Average time to match is 2-4 weeks.
A Smooth Start,
Guaranteed
We personally introduce clients and manufacturers to each other and act a mentor throughout the onboarding process.
Case Studies
30% PRICE IMPROVEMENT AND COST TRANSPARENCY FOR A SUSTAINABLE EUROPEAN DENIM BRAND
The Problem
- High FOB prices
- Middleman charging commissions
- Intransparent costing structure
- Poor communication
The Solution
- Full supply сhain analysis
- In depth manufacturer screening
- Perfect matchmaking
- Creating full price transparency
- Cutting out the middleman
The Results
- 30% Price Improvement
- $379,120 Annual Savings
- Price transparency through open book costing
- New partnership with a top level full-package-supplier
- Price Improvement 30%
- Total Savings per Year $379,120
- FOB Old $22.56
- FOB New $15.79
- Annual Order Volume 56,000 pieces
HOW A DUTCH ACTIVEWEAR BRAND REDUCED THEIR MOQ’s BY 50%
AND IMPROVED THEIR LEAD TIME BY 2 MONTHS
The Problem
- Not satisfied with the performance of existing activewear supplier
- Not enough support in product development
- Supplier size too big
- Lack of order prioritization
- Long lead times
The Solution
- Calibration of brand size and supplier size
- Alignment of order and lead time requirements
- Supply chain analysis and production relocation
The Results
- 50% Reduction of MOQ’s
- 2x Faster Order Delivery
- Order prioritization and fast delivery
- Strong product development support
REDUCTION
OF MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITIES
-
MOQ’S OLD:
500 PCS / COLOR
- MOQ’S NEW: 250 PCS / COLOR
2X
FASTER
ORDER DELIVERY
-
LEAD TIME OLD:
18 WEEKS
- LEAD TIME NEW: 9 WEEKS
THIS US OUTERWEAR BRAND REDUCED THEIR FOB PRICES BY 17% WITH A TOTAL ANNUAL SAVING OF $350K IN THE FIRST YEAR
The Problem
- Supplier dependency
- Low degree of technology at existing supplier
- Intransparent supply chains
- No costing insights
- Afraid of moving production due to complexity of product
The Solution
- In depth Manufacturer Screening
- Supply chain optimization
- Introduction to 2 top notch outerwear suppliers
- Open costing for fabric and workmanship
The Results
- 17% FOB Price Reduction
- $ 350k Annual Savings
- New Suppliers work for Nike and Patagonia
- Suppliers offer innovative machinery and production techniques
17%
REDUCTION
OF FOB PRICES
2X
FASTER
FABRIC SUPPLY
IMPLEMENTATION OF A SUSTAINABLE NOOS SOURCING STRATEGY
WITH 12% SAVINGS ON IMPORT DUTIES FOR A FRENCH E-COMMERCE BRAND
The Problem
- Dependency on one supplier in China
- Lack of capacities, supplier too small
- 12% import duties on goods
- Limited fabric supply
- High price levels for NOOS product category
The Solution
- Add new supplier to portfolio
- Choose suitable sourcing location for product category
- Find right supplier in the matching size
- Use the advantage of local supply chains
- Duty free benefits due to Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP)
The Results
- Saving 12% import duties
- Pakistan as new sourcing locations
- Producing with a suitable partner for NOOS products
- High quality organic cotton supply
- Better price levels and shorter lead times
How fashion brands improve their sourcing
situation by working with Topformer
20%
30%
50%
30%
20%
Price
Improvement
30%
Lead-Time
Reduction
We evaluate lead-times and
their interconnection to the
supply chain carefully.
This allows us to drastically
decrease the lead-times.
50%
Minimum Order Quantity Reduction
30%
Time Reduction in Product Development
Our global network of manufacturers and industry
experts spans over 5 continents
Start off smoothly with
Topformer's unparalleled success
Top
3%
Every manufacturer in the Topformer network is rigorously tested and vetted. Our highly selective process leads to a 95% trial-to-accept success rate.
The Perfect Match
Smooth
Start
We personally introduce client and manufacturer to each other, making sure that a smooth project start will take place.
Industry
Experts
Our manufacturer network covers 5 continents, supported through a strong network of leading industry experts in their field.
Helping
Hand
Topformer acts as a mentor during the new supplier onboarding process and serves as a consultant and helping hand in the pre-production and production stage.
We connect Fashion Brands with the Top 3% of Manufacturers worldwide
Topformer Manufacturer Categories
Accessories Manufacturers
Bathrobes Manufacturers
Denim & Jeans Manufacturers
Dresses & Skirts Manufacturers
Full Body Manufacturers
Gloves Manufacturers
Hats & Caps Manufacturers
Jackets & Coats Manufacturers
Lingerie Manufacturers
Medical Wear (Covid-19)
Manufacturers
Pullover Manufacturers
Scarves Manufacturers
Shirts & Blouses Manufacturers
Socks & Tights Manufacturers
Suits & Blazers Manufacturers
Sweatshirts Manufacturers
Swimwear Manufacturers
T-Shirts & Polos Manufacturers
Trousers & Shorts Manufacturers
