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Wholesale Kurtis & Kurti Sets: Direct Factory Sourcing Guide
Kurtis and ethnic tunics represent the fastest inventory turnaround category in Indian women's apparel. Whether you manage a brick-and-mortar boutique, a chain of multi-brand fashion outlets, or an online storefront, sourcing direct from the kurti manufacturing capitals—Ahmedabad for pure cotton and Surat for rayon and festive fancy fabrics—ensures high retail margins and steady repeat sales.
Ahmedabad vs. Surat: Which Kurti Manufacturing Hub Fits Your Store?
- Ahmedabad (The Cotton & Garmenting Capital): Ahmedabad is globally renowned for pure 60x60 Cambric cotton kurtis, Jam cotton office-wear tunics, Jaipuri-style handblock/rotary prints, and premium 3-piece sets (Kurti, Pant, and Malmal Dupatta). The epicenter of this trade is concentrated around Safal 1, Sumel Business Park 3 (Safal 6), and New Cloth Market in Sarangpur and Raipur.
- Surat (The MMF & Festive Kurti Hub): Surat specializes in heavy 14kg and 16kg Liva-certified Rayon kurtis, foil prints, Chinon silk Anarkalis, Georgette Sharara/Gharara sets, and computerized multi-head neck embroidery. Major kurti hubs include Millennium Market 1 & 2, Raghuvir Textile Mall, and Avadh Textile Market.
Understanding B2B Kurti Size Sets & Buying Terms
Wholesale kurti factories do not sell loose random sizes. Sourcing operates on disciplined manufacturing bundle systems:
- Size-Wise Sets (Ratio Bundles): A standard bundle consists of 1 design across 4 graduated sizes: M (38), L (40), XL (42), and XXL (44). Plus-size sets (3XL to 7XL) are produced by dedicated plus-size garmenting units. Every set contains identical colour and design, guaranteeing your retail counter complete size availability.
- Colour-Wise Sets: Some manufacturers offer a single standard size (e.g., Free Size or XL) packaged in 4 to 6 contrasting trend colours.
- Two-Piece & Three-Piece Ensembles: Stitched kurtis are available as stand-alone tunics, 2-piece Kurti-Pant/Palazzo pairings, or premium 3-piece Kurti-Pant-Dupatta sets with coordinated Nazneen, Chiffon, Organza, or pure Cotton Malmal dupattas.
Quality Inspection, Stitch Margins & Sourcing Checklist
Before placing bulk catalogue orders, verified B2B buyers should inspect three critical garmenting parameters: inside interlock/overlock seam stitching, generous side seam alteration margins (at least 1.5 to 2 inches), and verified pre-shrunk or mill-tested fabric GSM (such as 130–140 GSM for 60x60 cotton cambric to prevent post-wash retail returns). Calculate freight and landed piece costs using our Kurti Margin Calculator.
Questions about wholesale kurtis
How are wholesale kurtis packaged and sold by manufacturers?
Kurtis are sold in size-ratio sets of 4 pieces (M, L, XL, XXL) of the same design and color, or in color sets of 4 to 6 pieces of the same size. Three-piece kurti sets (kurti, bottom, and dupatta) follow the same size-wise packaging.
What is the difference between 14kg rayon and 60x60 cotton kurtis?
14kg Rayon (approx. 140–150 GSM) is a heavy, breathable regenerated cellulose fabric with a rich fluid drape, popular for casual and printed daily wear. 60x60 Cambric Cotton is a premium combed cotton weave that stays crisp, cool, and highly durable in summer climates, making it the top choice for office and boutique collections.
What is the minimum order quantity for wholesale kurti purchases?
Most garment manufacturers in Ahmedabad and Surat set an MOQ of 3 to 5 full design sets (approx. 12 to 20 pieces) for online orders. For dispatch via transport parcel, the minimum parcel size is generally 50 to 80 pieces.
Can I choose only L and XL sizes instead of full size sets?
Full-line factories strictly sell complete ratio sets (M to XXL) to keep inventory balanced. Breaking sets requires buying from open-stock semi-wholesalers who charge ₹30 to ₹75 extra per piece for custom size selection.
What are the GST rates and HSN codes for stitched kurtis?
Woven women's kurtis and 3-piece suit sets fall under HSN 6204. If the billing rate per piece is ₹1,000 or lower, GST is 5%. If the rate exceeds ₹1,000 per piece, GST is 12%.