Lean, human-matched, deliberately transparent.
Apparo is an operator-led apparel sourcing bridge. We stand in for the algorithm while we curate verified small-batch factory relationships in Bangladesh — without middleman trading fees or opaque commission structures.
From concept tech pack to first production sample.
You do not pay to browse, you do not need an account, and you are not locked into any exclusive platform contracts.
Submit Sourcing Request
Share your product category, tech pack sketch, fabric GSM target, and order size (50–500 pcs). Takes 2 minutes.
Technical Feasibility Review
A veteran factory merchandiser examines stitch requirements, trims, and raw material availability across Dhaka mills.
Direct Factory Matching
We pair your style with 1–2 audited manufacturers with active lines for your exact fabric type, and introduce you by email.
Sample & Production Run
Review lab dips and proto-samples, negotiate commercial terms directly, and release cutting orders with full transparency.
Why no in-platform escrow or forced payments?
Cross-border trade payments into and out of Bangladesh operate through Bangladesh Bank-authorized dealer banks and statutory export documentation (EXP forms). It is clean, but adding custom platform payment processing adds unnecessary transaction tax for small orders. We keep the commercial relationship 100% direct between you and the factory.
Verification is technical judgment, not a checkbox.
Most directories let factories self-attest capacity and paste generic certificates. Apparo reviews every listing personally before it goes live and visits factory floors in person. Each profile shows whether that visit has happened yet.
Stitch tension & needle gauge verification
Floor safety, line capacity & working conditions
Line Capacity & Equipment
Knitting machines, four-thread overlock, flatlock lines, and steam finishing irons verified.
Real MOQ Commitment
Evidence of historical orders under 200 units. We do not accept theoretical promises.
Fabric Sourcing Access
Proven links to local spinning and knitting mills for cotton, French Terry, fleece, and twill.
Working Conditions Seen First-Hand
Working floor, safety exits and shift hours checked during the site visit.
Direct international buyer pipeline without trading broker markups.
Apparo is highly selective. We prioritize factories that want repeat, loyal relationships with design-led SME brands in North America, Europe, and Australia.
Submit Questionnaire
Detail your machinery, line operators, fabric specialties, and minimum sample tolerances.
Personal Review
We check your details and photos, and arrange a visit to see your lines, samples and working conditions in person.
Go Live
Your profile is published and we email you the link. Once we have visited, it shows the date we came.
Warm Buyer Introductions
Receive pre-qualified inquiries that match your machine gauge and minimum batch thresholds.
Our Principles
What we have deliberately deferred in v1.
Every deferred feature is a conscious decision to avoid platform bloat, inflated buyer costs, or false algorithmic promises.
No in-platform payments or escrow
Direct banking and standard Letter of Credit (L/C) or Wire (TT) maintain the lowest fees for small orders.
No per-order deal cuts or hidden margins
We do not skim percentage cuts from production runs. The quoted factory price is what you pay.
No automated bot matching
Fabric composition and pattern fit require human merchandiser eyes. Every inquiry is personally reviewed.
No managed full-service markup
You maintain direct, unvarnished communication with factory production teams for fast sampling iterations.
Ready to build your apparel line with vetted factories?
Submit a sourcing request or apply to list your manufacturing facility. We respond within 48 hours.