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Sourcing guide2026-08-05· 5 min read
The Knitwear Buying Calendar: When to Sample, Order and Ship
Reverse-engineer your season: sample windows, bulk lead times and the quiet months that protect your margins.
By Puyuan Fashions Editorial
Work backwards from shelf date
Allow 7–14 days for samples, 35–50 days for bulk after approval, plus QC and sea freight. That puts AW orders in July–September and SS orders in December–February for most destinations.
Use the quiet season
Factories between seasons have open capacity and faster lead times. Buyers who plan early can negotiate better terms and protect reorder windows.
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