A fabric enquiry measured in metres and a garment enquiry measured in pieces call for different follow-up. Textile wholesalers need clarity on composition, construction, finish and order mix. Broad interest in “cotton material” should become a specific conversation before you commit stock or sampling time.
Product fit
Product terms, variants and enquiries to distinguish
Product
Ask about
Check the distinction
Cotton fabric
Blend, construction, width and GSM
A cotton description may still need composition confirmation.
Fabric rolls
Finish, shade and roll length
Check whether quantity is quoted by metre, kilogram or roll.
Wholesale garments
Style, size ratio and assortment
A total piece count can conceal many small design quantities.
Enquiries to distinguish
2,000 metres of cotton fabric for uniforms.
Ask about blend, GSM, usable width, shade and finish. Confirm whether sample approval is needed and whether the quantity is per shade; then compare it with available lots.
500 mixed-size garments for a reseller.
Request the style list and size ratio. Establish whether the buyer wants ready stock or custom manufacture, and check minimum quantities by design rather than only the total order.
Before you follow up
Is this fabric supply, finished garments or processing work?
What blend, GSM, width or size assortment is required?
Is the quantity per shade, design or total order?
Does the buyer require stock samples or custom development?
Using LeadHuntr
Choose separate product preferences for fabric and garment lines where your catalogue requires it.
Use activity review to identify sampling follow-up, export records for the sales desk and adjust preferences when stock shades or seasonal ranges change.
Common questions
Why confirm the unit of quantity?
Roll counts alone do not establish metres or weight. Confirm the sales unit and actual pack details before comparing price or checking available stock.
Should a custom garment request go to a wholesaler?
Only if you support that work. Ready-stock distribution and custom manufacture have different approval steps, lead times and minimum runs.
How do I assess a repeat fabric request?
Ask about the previous specification and shade reference. Your team should confirm available lots and sample acceptance instead of assuming an identical repeat.
