The Ultimate Guide to Custom Bags Manufacturer

Overview

As a bags manufacturer with 25 years of professional experience, I am well aware of the diversity of market demand and the brand’s demanding quality. In 2024, the global luggage market is expected to reach US$183.2 billion, which provides us with huge opportunities and requires us to continuously optimize our processes and services (Source: Global Market Insights). In this article, I will share the full process and practical experience of customized bag manufacturing from the perspective of a bags manufacturer, combined with our cooperation cases with well-known brands such as Coach and Tumi.

1. How do we define customized bag manufacturing

1.1 From OEM to deep collaboration

When many customers first come into contact with customization, they think that as long as they provide a logo, they will be fine, but in our company, we advocate “deep collaboration”: from design review, material selection to sample optimization, every step is communicated at the technical level to ensure that the finished product is both in line with the brand tone and has factory feasibility.

1.2 Key information that customers need to prepare

• Design drawings and specifications: We require vector renderings and structural schematics (accurate to millimeters) to avoid repeated communication in the proofing process;
• Material and auxiliary material list: For example, we used highly wear-resistant vegetable tanned leather for the Coach Shanghai project and optimized the electroplating process of hardware accessories to achieve both color fastness and feel;
• Quantity and delivery requirements: Before quoting, we will make a production schedule based on the customer’s expected samples and mass production cycle (2-4 weeks for samples, 4-8 weeks for mass production), and it is recommended to reserve at least 1 month of buffer time.

2. Advantages of choosing a professional bags manufacturer

2.1 Refined quality control

Our factory has passed ISO9001 and BSCI certification, and has set strict quality inspection standards at the three nodes of incoming materials, processes and finished products. In a project, by adding tensile tests and wear tests, the stitching density was discovered and adjusted in advance, avoiding subsequent large-scale rework.

2.2 Cost and delivery optimization

With the advantage of large-scale procurement, we can purchase goods at a lower cost, and at the same time sign flexible production scheduling agreements with customers to ensure peak season production capacity and stable delivery. In Tumi’s Tracer project, we reserved a weekly production line in advance, successfully ensuring the on-time delivery of 5,000 metal nameplates.

2.3 Process and technology accumulation

Our main equipment includes CNC automatic cutting machines, laser engraving machines and 120 flat-seam automatic machines, which support high-complexity designs. The shockproof computer bag previously customized for Tumi has an lining and sealing accuracy of ±0.5 mm, which has been highly praised by customers.

3. Bags types and factory professional fields

3.1 Our main product lines

• Handbags/crossbody bags: conventional genuine leather and synthetic leather styles, with a daily production capacity of 500 pieces;
• Backpacks: taking into account both load-bearing and comfort, nylon, canvas and blended fabrics can be processed;
• Tote/shopping bags: support environmentally friendly recycled fabrics, with a monthly output of 100,000 pieces;
• Computer bags/cosmetic bags: equipped with professional shockproof and waterproof lining lamination technology, with a batch defective rate of less than 1%.

3.2 How to choose a matching product line

We recommend that customers first lock in 2-3 samples based on their own positioning, and then evaluate the sample proofing effect and test results of the factory in the corresponding subdivision field, and avoid “one-time full category inspection”.

4. Our customized production process

• Demand communication and technical review: After the customer provides the information, the project team and the technical department jointly review and put forward feasible improvement suggestions;
• Sample proofing: Usually the first version is completed within 2-4 weeks, and the version can be finalized after 2 rounds of modifications;
• Mass production: Accurate production scheduling is carried out according to the finalized samples, and the processes include cutting, sewing, hardware installation and labeling;
• Full process quality inspection: Covering tensile strength, wear resistance, functional testing and appearance inspection, the qualified rate is ≥98%;
• Finishing and packaging: Provide leather care, cleaning treatment, and can customize printed packaging boxes and dust bags on demand;
• Logistics and delivery: Cooperate with customers to choose the best transportation plan, support sea transportation, air transportation and express delivery.

5. Practical tips: My suggestions for customers

• Material preparation should be sufficient: renderings, structural diagrams and fabric samples should be prepared in advance;
• Testing should be meticulous: it is recommended to add a third-party test report, such as GOTS or REACH certification;
• Contracts should be rigorous: quality standards, rework mechanisms and confidentiality clauses should be written into the contract;
• On-site visits are more intuitive: customers are welcome to visit our factory to understand our workshop environment and production rhythm;
• Long-term communication promotes win-win results: Continuously feedback market performance, we will give priority to your production schedule and provide price discounts.

6. Conclusion

As bags manufacturer, we are not only product processors, but also guardians of brand value. I hope this article can help brands understand how to collaborate efficiently with manufacturers to achieve high-quality, differentiated and sustainable bag customization. Looking forward to working with you to create the next hit!