For example, performance apparel supplier EG-PRO is proud to be 100% vertical. They own every step of their blank and decorated apparel production line, such as their:
This combined with their two decades of experience means they’re experts when it comes to quality assurance and innovation. Since they don’t have to rely on contractors or outside parties, they have complete control over their pricing and product quality, giving you and your clients consistency from the first order to the last.
The “EG” stands for “Elbow Grease”: an old-school term that means working hard to succeed and having the dedication and determination it takes to be the best. EG-PRO lives by this and applies a little "elbow grease" to everything they do, both as a manufacturer and as a brand of performance blanks.
Make sure the styles you’re selling actually have the features athletes need. Thanks to EG-PRO’s vertical operation, they’re able to implement features and benefits that many of their competitors can’t afford, such as:
The team at EG-PRO adds everything they possibly can into all of their garments to give athletes – and your business – a true competitive advantage at the best possible prices.
Make sure the apparel you’re selling can really hold up to hardcore workouts. To do this, ask your supplier about their experience working with performance wear, and what types of projects they’ve worked on in the past. Can their performance fabrics hold up to endurance running, heavy lifting or HIIT training? If not, it might be best to look elsewhere before placing your order.
EG-PRO has worked with some of the largest and most well-known companies in the world, winning them over with their skillfully engineered fabrics that are on par in quality with the top athletic brands at retail. You can sell these specialized polyester and poly-blends confidently, knowing they feature key fabric benefits, such as:
Some suppliers don’t include this feature to keep their costs low, which leads you to a lose-lose situation. Your clients won’t be happy with their performance apparel, and you’ll miss out on future business because you didn’t supply the benefit their garments needed.
Ask your supplier about their anti-microbial offerings to ensure you’re selling the best – and don’t be afraid to fact check to make sure their answers are up to par. Unlike many of their competitors, EG-PRO knows anti-microbial is a must for athletic wear, which is why they add it to their garments at no extra cost. In fact, you’ll find their proprietary CONQUER-Dri wicking and CONQUER-Tech anti-mictrobial technologies used in every fabric they produce, so you’ll always get microbial management.
You can make sure your supplier knows the ins and outs by asking them about their previous experience. Be sure to check their credentials and see how long they’ve been in the business, and what types of clients they’ve done business for in the past. If they have a history with reputable athletic brands, you can feel confident placing your trust in them to get your order done right.
EG-PRO currently manufactures and supplies retail programs for many top brands with pro-league licenses including:
The “e” logo is easily recognizable and influenced by hex nuts, creating a powerful and iconic logo that ties back into their "blue-collar" foundation. The PRO is short for “Performance,” which emulated the technical fabrics infused through the collections.
Do your suppliers have a passion for fashion? While it’s okay if they’re not fashionistas, they should still make it their mission to stay on top of trends and know what’s the latest on the runways. Be sure to take a look at top retail brands yourself, too: Figure out which styles are flying off the shelves, and then ask your supplier if they can recreate a similar look for your clients.
For a little fashion inspo, take a look at EG-PRO’s sister brand, Elbowgrease Athletics (EGA). This fashion-forward street-leisure brand can be found at top boutiques, on elbowgrease.com and at retailers in every major city in North America. Elbowgrease Athletics is rapidly expanding their street-leisure brand throughout Canada, Europe, Great Britain, Italy, Australia and many other countries. By utilizing their proprietary performance fabrics and production expertise, they essentially created a new category of influential apparel that bridges between athletics and fashion by focusing on streetwear and major brands' footwear hook-ups.
Save the sale by choosing a supplier who keeps their pricing simple, so you can do the same for your customers. Check and double-check the pricing you’re quoted on, and ensure their won’t be an surprise fees down the road as you get closer to delivery. Trust us, you’ll thank us later – and so will your clients.
Since EG-PRO is 100% vertical, they’re able to promise price reliability, consistent colors and great quality with every order. As a vertical manufacturer, they can offer distributors low costs from the get-go, so there’s no need to inflate or price gauge. You can also look forward to their free shipping program for all orders over $199 for price saving opportunities in bulk.
Position yourself as an expert by partnering with a supplier with their sights on the future. By having a relationship with a company who constantly innovates new looks and fabrics, you’ll always be able to surprise your clients with something better than they’ve seen before and at prices they never thought were possible.
In 2019 the team at EG-PRO has introduced five new technical performance fabrics, including:
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