FAQ
This page answers the most common questions about starting production with us, including sampling, fabrics, branding, timelines, and shipping. Everything from digital patterning to final packing is handled under one roof at our ethical factory in Bali for precision, consistency, and speed.
Send your swimwear designs or select styles from our ready-to-order collection. We prepare a full quotation covering fabrics, accessories, branding, and production within 2 to 3 working days.
For custom designs, we must produce samples. Provide a clear handover, such as front and back screenshots, tech packs, or clear line drawings, with any adjustment notes included. Send via email or WhatsApp for faster costings and precise sampling. When possible, keep your handovers to a maximum of one style per page. If you have selected ready-to-order styles, you can skip sampling and move straight to production.
Swimwear samples take about 2 to 4 weeks, depending on how many you require. Production is about 3 to 4 weeks once all fabrics and accessories are in-house and payment, spec sheets, and branding approvals are complete. Timelines can vary slightly with design complexity, imported colours or prints, and the time of year.
For custom swimwear designs, the MOQ is 400 pieces. For ready-to-order designs, the MOQ is 300 pieces across as many styles, colours, and sizes as you desire.
Yes. We offer a curated selection of best-selling and trend-driven styles refined for Spring 2026. All designs are pre-graded to international body sizes. Choose your styles, fabrics, and colours, then submit via form, email, or WhatsApp. Prices are sent within 2 to 3 working days. We can add your custom heatpress logo to make the collection yours.
Yes. You can add as few as 30 units from any or either collection. For example, you place 400 pieces in 10 custom styles and add 30 sets of ready-to-order designs for a total of 460 pieces.
Yes, after your initial order.
Custom designs: 250 pieces, 50 per style and 5 per size and colour.
Ready to order designs: 200 pieces, 40 per style and 5 per size and colour.
Yes. Each item comes retail-ready. That includes biodegradable packaging, non-branded accessories, and your custom logo heat-pressed to the inside back of each article. Custom-branded accessories can be added and are invoiced separately. See our page on accessorising
We hold Bali’s largest selection of imported recycled fabrics from REPREVE in the USA and Carvico in Italy. All fabrics have a super-soft handfeel, are body-enhancing, and offer UPF 50+ with saltwater and chlorine resistance. We are the only manufacturer in Bali offering digital printing on recycled American nylon, using OEKO-TEX certified inks for outstanding clarity and colour depth.
No. Our stock fabrics are brand new, flown weekly in 70 metre rolls, and kept fresh for ongoing production.
Send vector files in AI, EPS, SVG, or CDR. If a vector is not possible, send high resolution JPEG, PNG, or PDF. Do not convert low-resolution images into vectors. Artwork should be repeatable and to scale. Our graphics team can help if needed, often at no extra charge. Read more at /prints.
Yes. We import fabrics for many clients through our tax-free facility. We do not accept fabric shipments. All digital printing is handled on Italian MS machines for excellent clarity and depth.
Yes. Our Starter Pack is a cost-effective way to begin. You can review quality, feel the fabrics, and understand our fit and grading. It includes real fabric swatches, laser-printed colour cards, and accessory options. Many can be custom-branded. Shop Starter Pack at https://shop.swimwearbali.com.
Yes. Each Fabric Swatch Pack includes real swatches of every fabric to compare texture and quality. It includes printed swatches showing digital versus sublimation, matching laser copy colour cards, and a set of premium accessories. Shop Fabric Pack at https://shop.swimwearbali.com.
We operate under a bonded KITE import license that allows us to import fabrics and accessories tax-free. The license is issued only to companies that meet strict standards for ethical manufacturing and fair treatment of staff. This reduces landed costs and speeds production while maintaining transparency.
Yes. All production is carried out in-house by staff paid above local averages in clean, safe conditions. We use imported recycled fabrics and biodegradable packaging and maintain strict waste management. We support Bali Street Mums to help mothers and children access safe housing and education. See /sustainability.
PAYMENT & SHIPPING TERMS
Samples – Payable in full before production.
Bulk Orders – 50% deposit before production; 50% balance payable on completion.
Goods ship only after full payment is received in our account.
Payments accepted in USD (or AUD if invoiced separately).
All bank charges, intermediary fees, exchange rate differences, and PayPal fees are the customer’s responsibility. Underpayments will delay production or shipping.
PayPal (Samples only) – Add 5% to total. Send to: payment@kingtrading.com. Include your invoice number in notes.
Bank Transfer – Instruct your bank to send as “FULL AMOUNT SEND” to ensure exact payment is received.
We ship globally with DHL and FedEx, with delivery usually within 3-7 days. Every order is fully insured and shipped directly from our bonded factory in Bali. Our logistics team manages all export documents to ensure a fast and reliable customs process.
We are the only swimwear manufacturer in Bali operating under a bonded KITE import license, which allows us to import all fabrics and accessories tax-free. This license is issued only to companies that meet strict government standards for ethical manufacturing and fair treatment of staff. It allows us to produce the highest grade at the lowest prices while maintaining full transparency and sustainability.
Yes. Every step of production is carried out in-house by staff paid well above the local average wage, in clean, safe conditions. We use imported recycled fabrics, biodegradable packaging, and maintain strict waste-management systems. Through our partnership with Bali Street Mums, we help mothers and children access safe housing and education.
Samples are payable in full before production. Bulk orders require a 50 per cent deposit before production and a 50 per cent balance on completion. Payments are accepted in USD. All bank charges, intermediary fees, and exchange differences are the customer’s responsibility. Underpayments will delay production or shipping. We ship worldwide with DHL and FedEx. Delivery is usually within 3 to 5 days. Every order is insured and shipped from our bonded factory. Our logistics team manages all export documents for a smooth customs process.
You always communicate with real people, experienced swimwear specialists who guide you from start to finish. We focus on clear, timely replies and transparent updates at every stage. We don’t use Bots.
Start Your Swimwear Brand
Just send us your swimwear designs—these can be clear sketches, tech packs, product photos, or front and back screenshots.
Be sure to include notes on any changes you want.
We’ll review everything and get back to you within 2–3 working days with your wholesale quote.
Custom Designs: 400 pieces per po, 30 per style, 3 pieces per size & colour.
Ready-to-Order: 300 pieces per po, 30 per style, 3 pieces per size & colour.
Example Order: A typical order may include 4 bikini tops & bottoms and 2 one-piece swimsuit in 4 colours.
After your initial order, We offer lower MOQs for top-ups helping you keep your shelves stocked
- Custom Designs: 250 pieces, 50 per style & 5 per size and colour.
- Ready to Order Designs: 200 pieces, 40 per style & 5 per size and colour
Yes—each item comes retail-ready. That includes biodegradable packaging, non-branded accessories, and your custom logo heat-pressed to the inside back of each article.
If you’d like custom-branded accessories, we can add those too—they’re invoiced separately.
Want more info? Check out our page on accessorizing.
Samples typically take 3-4 weeks, depending on how complex your designs are and how many are in the queue.
Bulk orders take around 4–6 weeks, though timing can vary based on season and order size.
We always aim to get samples right the first time, so allowing a little extra time is a good idea.
Read more in Sampling & Manufacturing.
Yes—we do. Printing is one of our specialties, with over 33 years of experience in Bali and overseas. We print digitally on 70m rolls, using Italian MS Print machines, giving true-to-life imagery in deep, rich-looking organic colours.
Take note that Nylon must be digitally printed, whereas Polyester is printed via a process called Sublimation.
To ensure a clean, high-quality result, here’s what we need from you:
✅ Do
Send vector files in AI, EPS, SVG, or CDR format.
If vector isn’t possible, use high-res JPEG, PNG, or PDF.
❌ Don’t:
Convert low-res image vectors—this leads to poor results.
Your artwork should be repeatable (tiles seamlessly both ways) and to scale (matches actual print size).
Need help with your file? Our graphics team can assist—often at no extra charge.
Read more about Prints and printed fabrics.
Yes. Our Starter Pack is a super cost-effective way to get started—over 100 brands launch with it each year. You’ll see the quality, feel the fabrics, and understand our fit and grading.
It comes with real fabric swatches, laser-printed colour cards, and accessory options—many of which can be custom-branded.
Ready to explore? Shop Starter Packs.
Yes! Each Fabric Swatch Pack includes real swatches of every fabric to feel the texture and quality.
It also comes with printed swatches to compare digital vs. sublimation printing, matching colour cards, and a set of premium accessories—many custom-brandable.
A simple way to choose your brand’s fabrics, colours, and finishes
Sampling & Development
All swimwear patterns are created using our in-house 2D AutoCAD software (DXF format), ensuring precision and consistent sizing.
This also allows us to make quick adjustments—like raising a waistband or refining fit—within minutes.
Custom Designs
Samples are priced at 2× the wholesale price, plus a $30 development fee per style.
Example: A bikini top priced at $12 = ($12 × 2) + $30 = $54
A two-piece bikini set includes two development fees.
Notes :
$30 management fee per style is fully credited back against your 50% deposit for every sampled style that proceeds into bulk.
Ready-to-Order Designs
Ready-to-order designs cost 2× the wholesale price, with no extra fees.
Example: A bikini top at $12 = $24 total.
Want to tweak a ready style? Just add $30 per style for small edits.
Yes, we do. Our sizing is based on international body standards, and everything is digitally graded using 2D AutoCAD software—which is much more accurate than old-school paper patterns.
Check out our Size Guide to confirm the fit works for your target market.
We stock over 30,000m of fabric in 80+ on-trend colours, ready to cut on demand. See the full range on our Fabrics page.
Ordering from stock colours means you can start with just 30 pieces per colour across any mix of styles.
Need a custom colour? That’s possible, too—minimum 70m pThat’sour and adding just two weeks to your timeline. (70m = around 200 bikinis or 100 sets).
Production & Ordering
If you’d like to mix and match styles from different collections, that’s absolutely possible. Once you meet the MOQ for one full collection, you can add extra styles from another collection starting at just 30 units per style. You can split those 30 units into a maximum of two colours, with at least 5 pieces per size and colour.
For example, you could add 30 leggings and 30 sports tops (60 pieces total) or 30 swimwear cover-ups in two of our available colours.
Yes. We are Bali’s largest custom swimwear manufacturer, trusted by over 300 brands worldwide. With a team of more than 60 expert sample makers, each with 10+ years of experience, we bring your designs to life with precision. Once we have your style notes, fabrics and colours, we will prepare samples so you can move smoothly into bulk production.
Yes. We offer a curated selection of best-selling and trend-driven styles, refined for Spring 2026. All designs are pre-graded to international body sizes and can be ordered directly from our online shop or selected from our Cruise 2025/26 Collection. Choose your styles, fabrics, and colours, then submit via form, email, or WhatsApp. Within 2–3 working days, you’ll receive pricing, and we can add your custom logo as a heat press to make the collection uniquely yours.
Yes, absolutely. You can mix your custom designs with any of our ready-to-order styles—Swim, Activewear, Resort, or Coverups.
As long as you meet the MOQ for one collection, you can add as few as 30 units from the others in any mix of colours and sizes. For example, 300 swimwear pieces and a silk coverup x 30 pieces.
Mix and match, best to send an email with a handover of custom colours and the codes you love from our ready designs.
It’s simple. Add the style codes from your approved samples or ready-to-order designs to our Bulk Order form, adding the quantities you want per fabric, colour, print, and size.
Not at all. Our stock fabrics are brand new, flown weekly in 70m rolls, and kept fresh for ongoing production.
Yes—we can. We’ll heat-press your logo onto the inside back of each piece and offer custom-branded accessories like:
- Metal clips
- Hygienic liners
- Packaging
Please send us your logo in high-res vector format (EPS, PDF, CDR, or JPEG) to get started.
Need help? Our graphics team can assist—usually at no extra charge.
Want to see options? Check out our Accessories & Hardware page.
Payments, Shipping & Logistics
PAYMENT & SHIPPING TERMS
Samples – Payable in full before production.
Bulk Orders – 50% deposit before production; 50% balance payable on completion.
Goods ship only after full payment is received in our account.
Payments accepted in USD (or AUD if invoiced separately).
All bank charges, intermediary fees, exchange rate differences, and PayPal fees are the customer’s responsibility. Underpayments will delay production or shipping.
PayPal (Samples only) – Add 5% to total. Send to: payment@kingtrading.com. Include your invoice number in notes.
Bank Transfer – Instruct your bank to send as “FULL AMOUNT SEND” to ensure exact payment is received.
Yes—we ship worldwide using FedEx or DHL.
Once your order is on the way, we’ll send you a tracking number so you can follow it from dispatch to delivery. Shipping typically takes 2–4 working days from uplift to your door.
Please note: import duties and taxes may apply on arrival, depending on your country’s customs regulations.
Because of strict import rules in Bali, we highly recommend requesting a pickup through our company DHL account. It’s the fastest and most reliable way to avoid customs delays or unexpected charges.
If you’d rather use your courier, no problem—but we’ll need to approve your packing list and declared values first.
Sending items without approval can lead to delays or extra import fees.
For more info, check out our Shipping page.
Ethics & Sustainability
Yes—ethics and community care are central to what we do.
All employees receive free medical insurance covering their spouse and three children, including doctor visits, medication, hospital care, and surgery if needed.
We also provide:
- A 13-month salary (an extra month’s pay each year)
- Daily hot meals, fresh juice, and vitamin supplements
And we give back—supporting Bali Street Mums, a local charity helping women and children escape poverty through housing, healthcare, clothing, and education.
Want to get involved? Contact Kim, the founder, at +642102997784.
Yes—sustainability is built into every part of our process.
We use certified eco-materials like REPREVE® (USA), Carvico® and ECONYL® (Italy), made from recycled bottles and fishing nets—all OEKO-TEX® and GRS certified.
Switching to recycled fabrics can cut your carbon footprint by up to 80%.
We also use certified Huntsman (USA) dyes and pack every order in Avani’s biodegradable cassava bags.
Want the full breakdown? Visit our Sustainability page.
