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Short answer: white bathrobes start at 50 pieces per size, in standard or custom sizes. Fifty waffle robes cost $325 to $450 FOB Cochin, fifty terry robes $475 to $650, and fifty velour robes $700 to $950. Your own label is possible at that quantity if you supply the labels. Colours and embroidery are confirmed on enquiry.
What 50 robes cost
| Robe | Weight | Price per piece | 50 robes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle | 300 to 350 GSM | $6.50 to $9.00 | $325 to $450 |
| Terry | 400 to 450 GSM | $9.50 to $13.00 | $475 to $650 |
| Velour | 500 to 600 GSM | $14.00 to $19.00 | $700 to $950 |
These are FOB prices. Add freight, duty and clearing for your country. On a small order, those can be a large share: see the note on freight below.
What you can choose at 50 pieces
| Choice | At 50 per size |
|---|---|
| Fabric: waffle, terry or velour | Yes |
| Standard or custom measurements | Yes |
| Collar: shawl or kimono | Ask. Depends on the style in production |
| Colour: white | Yes |
| Other colours | Confirmed on enquiry |
| Your own sewn-in label | Yes, if you supply the labels |
| Embroidery | Confirmed on enquiry |
| Custom packaging | Usually from larger quantities |
Who orders 50
- A 20-room boutique hotel: 2 robes per room at par 2.5.
- A spa with four treatment rooms.
- A villa operator with a dozen properties.
- A brand testing a robe before a bigger run.
- A hotel shop stocking retail robes. See selling robes in the hotel shop.
Sizes: one or two
The minimum is per size. Most small buyers choose one generous size. If you want a second, it is another 50. A common order is 50 standard and 50 extra-large. See one-size or S/M/L.
The steps
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| Choose fabric and collar. We hold waffle, velour and terry samples ready to send | Samples are paid, cost quoted upfront |
| Approve the sample and the measurements | Your call |
| Proforma invoice and 50 percent advance | A day or two |
| Production | 30 to 45 days |
| Inspection report and photos, then the balance | Before dispatch |
| Shipping from Cochin | 7 to 10 days by sea to the UAE, 21 to 26 to the UK |
Freight on 50 robes
Fifty terry robes weigh roughly 50 to 60 kg and fill a few cartons. Sea freight has minimum charges that make it poor value at that size. Two better options:
- Air freight, which is often sensible for a load this small.
- Combine with towels and sheets so the shipment carries its fixed costs across more pieces. See robes and towels on one order.
Ask us for a landed estimate both ways.
Supplying your own labels
Send woven or printed labels to us before stitching starts, with a sketch of the position. Include a care label with fibre content if your market requires one. If you have no labels yet, a local label maker can produce a few hundred quickly.
Growing from 50
Once the robe works, the next order can add colour, embroidery or a retail box. Keep two unwashed robes from the first order as your reference. See how to make a reorder match.
Choosing the fabric
If you are unsure, read waffle, terry or velour. For measurements, use the bathrobe GSM and sizing guide. Price factors are in the bathrobe price guide.
To start, tell us the fabric and size you have in mind.
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Written by
Dr Abin Babu
Founder & Chairman, Anabyn Global Ventures
Anabyn exports hotel and home linen from Kerala, India. These guides come from the questions buyers ask our desk. About the team
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