Turkish Clothing Manufacturers

Turkish clothing manufacturers have earned global recognition for their superior quality, innovative designs, and commitment to sustainable production practices. Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Turkey has a rich history of textile production that dates back centuries, making it one of the world’s leading clothing manufacturing hubs.

The Size of the Turkish Clothing Sector

Let’s clarify the meaning of “clothing.”
When we talk about Turkish clothing manufacturers, we mean Turkish companies that manufacture ready-to-wear clothes. It is different from the Turkish textile industry, which basically provides raw materials for the clothing sector.

Turkish clothing manufacturers are the locomotive of the Turkish economy.

The Turkish clothing industry is one of the main actors in the world’s clothing industry. With a share of 3.7%, it is the 6^th largest supplier in the world and the 3^rd largest supplier in the EU. In addition, it has a share of 4.1% in world knitted clothing exports and ranks 6th among knitted clothing exporting countries.

Please note that we give you this data from the sectoral reports of the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade, 2022. Please visit our sourcing services page if you need a detailed English summary of the Turkish clothing sector.

According to the statistics of the Social Security Institution of Turkey for December 2021, there are approximately 74,946 companies operating in the clothing manufacturing, textile, and leather sectors throughout Turkey. Approximately 1,248,649 registered people are employed in these companies.

According to the statistics of the Industry and Technology Ministry of Turkey, there are 39,973 clothing manufacturers and suppliers in Turkey, with 677,395 employees. In 2021, the total value of Turkish clothing exports was US$ 18.3 billion, of which US$ 10.8 billion was from knitted products and US$ 7.5 billion was from unknitted products.

Top Turkish Clothing Manufacturers

From high-street fashion to classic garments, Turkish clothing manufacturers have diverse offerings. I tried to make a diverse list of Turkish clothing manufacturers among the 40,000 manufacturers. Therefore, I may have missed many large-scale or small-scale manufacturers. It is always best to contact us for your specific clothing needs. Please read our case study, $12,000 in the Turkish Clothing Sector, to learn more about the sector in practice.

Narkonteks Group Companies, Izmir

• Year of foundation: 2005, Number of workers: +950, Annual production amount: +15M
• Products: underwear, thermal wear, sportswear, home wear, and beach wear, for its own brands and global brands with which it cooperates, in addition to corporate workwear, protective technical textiles, and medical textiles.
• Advantages: Communication in English is possible; competitive prices

A.Z.Z Textile, Istanbul

• Products: Woman, men, and child wear (no underwear or socks production)
• It is one of the biggest manufacturers of Zara and Boohoo. Manufactures high-segment products.
• This company provides product photos upon request. Their designs are protected, allowing their clients to use their product photos.

Favori Textile and Medical, Samsun

• Products: school uniforms, fleece, tracksuits; at the same time, it works under contract with the biggest brands in Turkey.
• Advantages: Communication in English is possible; an experienced team; more competitive prices than in the western part of Turkey; 150 employees

YNC&CNR Textiles Workshop, Istanbul

• Products: 100% cotton baby clothing, combed pajamas, children’s clothing, and women’s combed clothing
• Advantages: With more than 200 employees and sufficient machinery, they take orders and manufacture wholesale children’s and women’s combed textiles.
• They don’t have a website; however, communication is easy through WhatsApp. You can make an order by sending a sample model or by looking at the samples they have.
• Their prices are advantageous as they do direct contract/bulk manufacturing. In addition, since they are a very old textile workshop, they cooperate with dozens of other workshops.
• They don’t have much experience in exporting.

Gorteks Textile Ltd., Izmir

• Year of foundation: 2010
  Products: design, production, cutting, and packaging
• Gorteks Tekstil is a textile factory based in İzmir that makes contract manufacturing for big companies. They produce your designs meticulously according to your standards and take care of the whole process up to shipment to your address.
  Advantages: It is contracted (bulk production without a trademark) for very well-known textile companies in Turkey. They can manufacture almost everything.
• The buyer is in charge of determining the fabric’s quality. They work on order.

Luci Bennetti, Istanbul

• The company manufactures men’s shirts.
• The minimum order quantity is 200 shirts per color and per model.
• They can use your fabric or your choice of fabric. They will use your label design. You can determine the styles. You can use your private label.
• Low level of English.
• Styles are old; I advise you to provide models for them. Do not leave the designing part to the company.
• Very competitive prices.

SCHS Textile, Istanbul

This is an interesting manufacturer that specializes in highly comfortable, 100% cotton clothes. The designs are restricted, but there are really nice clothes that can be used daily. The company also has a retail website and keeps ready stocks.

Alat Textile, Elazig

The company has three factories in the Elazig province of Turkey. The earthquake affected 10 cities in Turkey (Kahramanmaraş, Kilis, Diyarbakır, Adana, Osmaniye, Gaziantep, Şanlıurfa, Adıyaman, Malatya, and Hatay), and Elazig is the 11^th city. Most likely, they are not affected, though.
The company was founded in 2003. They have 100% cotton or similar-quality products that are worth considering for a quotation. A private label is allowed since they are also exporters.

Selcuk Efes, Izmir

Selcuk Efes, located in Izmir, has made a name for itself with its high-quality clothing line. Their commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction has made them a preferred choice for many international brands. The price range is very high, but the designs and quality are at the top. You can consider this company especially for its 100% cotton men’s shirts and men’s tops.

Elis Sile Cloth, Istanbul

I added this clothing manufacturer because they work with a very special Turkish fabric, which is 100% quality. The name of the fabric is Sile cloth. It is locally known for its high quality. Designs are modern and all 100% cotton. The company does not have a retail sale option. Exports as a wholesaler.

Exports Of Turkish Clothing Manufacturers by Type

In 2021, the most prominent Turkish knitted clothing exports were t-shirts, sweaters, suits for women and girls, and socks. Besides, the non-knitted clothing manufacturers exported mostly suits for women and girls, suits for men and boys, blouses and shirts for women and girls, and shirts for men and boys in 2021.

Turkish Clothing Export Destinations

Germany (16.9%), Spain (14.7%), England (10.9%), the Netherlands (7.8%), France (4.8%), the United States (3.8%), Italy (3.2%), Iraq (2.8%), Israel (2.5%), and Denmark (2.4%) are the top 10 export destinations for Turkey’s ready-to-wear exports in 2021, accounting for 71.7% of the total.

Turkey’s most important competitors in the clothing, or ready-to-wear, sector are the Far East countries, namely China and Bangladesh, especially with their low export prices.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Turkish clothing manufacturers are a testament to the country’s rich textile history and modern design sensibilities. The manufacturers above offer high-quality, stylish garments and are committed to sustainable and ethical manufacturing practices.

Whether you’re a startup fashion brand looking for a reliable manufacturer or an established brand seeking to diversify your supplier base, these Turkish clothing manufacturers offer a range of solutions to meet your specific needs. Their combination of traditional craftsmanship, modern design techniques, and commitment to sustainability make them a compelling choice for businesses worldwide.

As related to Turkish clothing manufacturers, you can also check “Fabric Manufacturers in Turkey” and “Turkish Denim Manufacturers.” My next post in this category is “Turkish appliance manufacturers.”

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