Sourcing

Sourcing from Vietnam for Australian brands

Vietnam is the standard answer to concentration risk in China, and it is a genuinely strong market for outerwear and structured product.

Good for
  • Outerwear
  • Technical and performance
  • Structured garments
  • Consistent quality systems
Less suited to
  • Very small runs
  • The lowest price on simple items

MOQ

500–1,500 units per style

Lead time

60–90 days

Watch for

Capacity pressure in peak season; book slots early

Mistakes to avoid

Common errors sourcing from Vietnam.

  • 01

    Leaving booking too late in peak season

  • 02

    Assuming Vietnamese prices always beat Chinese ones

  • 03

    Overlooking fabric that still originates in China

Build a shortlist in Vietnam.

A Supplier Search qualifies factories and negotiates quotes against your specification.