Fleece Jackets Sizing and Grading Guide for Wholesalers: 2026 Guide No.525

For Russia, fleece jackets are a core cold-weather line, and getting the sourcing right decides whether the season is profitable or painful. It is written for Wholesalers and covers specification, supplier checks, pricing and the paperwork that protects the order.

Documents and Certifications to Request

Request test reports for restricted substances, colour fastness and, where relevant, flammability. Animal-derived fill and trims need documentation, and buyers should keep it on file for the season. Sustainability claims must be backed by traceability, so keep certificates for recycled or responsibly sourced material. For Russia, check the labelling rules on fibre content, care instructions and the country of origin before printing.

Fabric and Construction Basics

The performance buyers pay for is breathability and quick drying, and it comes from the polar fleece in 200-300 gsm combined with careful make-up. For fleece jackets, the construction matters as much as the fabric: watch the zip quality and hem finish. A soft hand feel and a stable hand feel are different things; ask for both after three washes, not one. Cheap substitutes usually appear in the lining and the trims, so inspect those areas first.

Where the Price Actually Comes From

Payment terms are part of the price: a discount paid for with a larger deposit is not a discount. A small increase in fill weight or yarn count changes the cost meaningfully, so price two specifications side by side. Freight, duty and inland handling can add more than the factory price difference, so compare landed cost, not FOB. Ask for a cost breakdown by component; it turns a price argument into a specification conversation. Watch the exchange rate and the raw material index, because both move the cost of fleece jackets during a long season.

Order Planning and Lead Time

Build a buffer of seven to ten days between the ex-factory date and the sailing date for the unexpected. Standard production for fleece jackets runs 45 to 70 days after sample approval, so build the calendar from the approval date. Book capacity in advance for peak months; a factory that is full in September cannot rescue a late October order. Split large programmes into two or three deliveries so that early stores are fed and later stores are not overstocked.

Packaging, Labelling and Shipping

Insist on moisture protection in transit, because damp cartons are a common cause of mould claims in winter shipments. Plan the sailing, not the shipping date: the production calendar should work backwards from the arrival window. Label every carton with the PO number, size, colour and quantity so that receiving is quick and accurate. Cartons for fleece jackets should be specified with board grade, carton size and a drop-test requirement.

Supplier Selection and Vetting

Check how the factory handles subcontracting, because hidden sub-lines are the most common cause of inconsistent quality. A factory that can show recent fleece jackets export documents is usually a safer partner than one that only shows samples. Ask for the names of two buyers already running fleece jackets programmes and speak to them directly. Confirm who owns the pattern and the grading, especially if you intend to reorder the same block next season. Ask the factory how many fleece jackets lines it runs and whether your order shares a line with another buyer.

Five Boxes to Tick Before You Order

If you sign the specification, seal the sample, book the inspection, confirm the packing and file the documents, the order takes care of itself.