Pakistan Woven Garment Export
Formal & Casual
Shirts
Manufacturer Pakistan
Pakistan’s certified woven shirt factories produce formal and casual shirts in poplin, Oxford weave, twill, linen, chambray and dobby. 80–200 GSM. Wrinkle-resistant and easy-care finishes. GOTS, OEKO-TEX and BSCI certified. FOB and CIF export worldwide.
Formal & Casual Shirts — Pakistan Woven Garment
Shirt Sourcing Expertise Across Eight Fabric Constructions
Pakistan’s established woven garment industry supplies boardroom-to-weekend shirt programmes across all major retail markets. From fine poplin formal shirts to linen casual — any construction, any collar, any certification.
50+
Vetted Factories
35+
Export Markets
10+
Certifications
8
Fabric Options
Complete Product Guide
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Fabrics
Fabric Constructions
Poplin
80–120 GSM
Most PopularOxford Weave
130–180 GSM
Twill
90–130 GSM
PremiumLinen / Linen-Cotton
120–200 GSM
Chambray
100–150 GSM
End-on-End
100–130 GSM
Sizing
Fit Profiles & Sizing
Regular / Classic
+14–18 cm chest ease
Corporate uniforms, USA mass-market, traditional menswear retail
Slim Fit
+8–12 cm chest ease
Fashion retail, contemporary menswear, UK/EU mainstream
Relaxed
+20+ cm chest ease
Casual lifestyle, linen programmes, resort and summer retail
Athletic / Trim
Wide shoulder, shaped waist suppression
Premium menswear, gym-adjacent casual, USA DTC brands
Weight
GSM Weight Guide
Spring / Summer / Formal
Year-Round
Autumn / Winter / Linen
Decoration
Decoration Methods
Embroidery
All Constructions
Woven Badge / Crest
Oxford Weave, Twill, Poplin
Screen Print
Oxford Weave, Chambray, Linen
No Decoration
All Constructions
Colour
Colour Programs
Reactive Dye
Standard / PMS Matched
Yarn-Dyed
Stripe & Check
Piece-Dyed Solid
Even All-Over Colour
Pigment / Enzyme Washed
Vintage / Softened Tone
Custom
OEM & Custom Programs
Fabric Construction to Spec
Collar & Cuff Configuration
Placket Options
Monogram & Embroidery Programme
Full Label Programme
Markets
Industry Applications
CO
Corporate Workwear
USA · UK · EU · Middle East
HS
Hospitality & Hotel
Middle East · EU · USA · Asia
FA
Fashion Retail
USA · UK · EU · Australia
EC
E-commerce / DTC
Global
MN
Premium Menswear
UK · EU · Japan · USA
WS
Wholesale Distribution
USA · EU · Middle East
Standards
Quality Certifications
Export
Export & Logistics
Free On Board
Karachi / Port Qasim
Cost, Insurance & Freight
Destination port
Cost & Freight
Destination port
Ex-Works
Factory gate
Ethics
Sustainable Sourcing
Organic Cotton
GOTSWater Efficiency
ProcessRecycled Fibres
GRSEthical Audits
BSCI / SedexLow-Impact Dyes
OEKO-TEXSustainable Packaging
OptionalProcess
Our Sourcing Process
Specification
Shortlisting
Fabric
Sampling
+ 2 more steps
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Dress Shirt Fabric Guide
Poplin, Oxford, twill and end-on-end — weave selection for B2B shirt programmes.
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Formal & Casual Shirt Sourcing Guide
Collar styles, fabric, MOQ and certification for international buyers.
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Shirt Specification & Grading Template
Fill-in spec and grading sheet for shirt sourcing programmes.
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Fabric Constructions
Eight distinct woven constructions covering formal, casual and seasonal programmes. Each fabric delivers a different hand-feel, market positioning and decoration suitability.
Poplin
Most PopularGSM Range
80–120 GSM
Hand Feel
Crisp, smooth face, fine texture, natural drape
Poplin is the premier formal shirt fabric — a fine plain weave with a smooth, lustrous face and crisp drape. Combed and mercerised options deliver enhanced sheen and colour depth. The most widely ordered construction for corporate uniforms, hospitality programmes and formal menswear collections worldwide. Available in 100% cotton and cotton-polyester (65/35) for easy-care performance.
Technical Specification
100% cotton combed or 65/35 cotton-polyester. GSM 80–120. Available mercerised. Wrinkle-resistant finish available. OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and GOTS options.
Best For
Key Markets
Decoration
Fit & Sizing
Fit Profiles & Sizing
Regular / Classic
+14–18 cm chest ease
Corporate uniforms, USA mass-market, traditional menswear retail
Slim Fit
+8–12 cm chest ease
Fashion retail, contemporary menswear, UK/EU mainstream
Relaxed
+20+ cm chest ease
Casual lifestyle, linen programmes, resort and summer retail
Athletic / Trim
Wide shoulder, shaped waist suppression
Premium menswear, gym-adjacent casual, USA DTC brands
S / M / L / XL / XXL
Standard collar sizes
US / UK / EU
Size standards available
Custom
Pattern grading on request
Weight Guide
Fabric Weight Selection
GSM determines seasonality, drape quality, decoration receptivity and market price tier across all eight constructions.
Full GSM Range
80–200
Across all 8 constructions
Most Ordered
100–140
Year-round commercial
Formal Minimum
80 GSM
Fine poplin / end-on-end
Linen Maximum
200 GSM
Heavyweight summer linen
80–100
Fine / Lightweight
Spring / Summer / Formal
40% of orders
Fine poplin, end-on-end and seersucker deliver premium drape and maximum breathability — ideal for formal and warm-climate markets.
Formal retail · Middle East · Tropical
100–140
Standard
Year-Round
80% of orders
The commercial standard for year-round formal and casual shirt programmes. Covers poplin, oxford, chambray, twill and dobby constructions across all major markets.
USA · UK · EU · Australia baseline
140–200
Heavyweight / Seasonal
Autumn / Winter / Linen
35% of orders
Heavier oxford weave, linen and dobby for A/W collections and linen programmes. More structured drape and premium hand feel.
Linen programmes · Oxford · Winter collections
Construction × Weight Reference
| Construction | GSM Range | Primary Season |
|---|---|---|
| Poplin | 80–120 GSM | Formal Shirts |
| Oxford Weave | 130–180 GSM | Smart-Casual |
| Twill | 90–130 GSM | Premium Formal |
| Linen / Linen-Cotton | 120–200 GSM | Summer Retail |
| Chambray | 100–150 GSM | Smart-Casual |
| End-on-End | 100–130 GSM | Premium Formal |
| Dobby Weave | 100–180 GSM | Fashion Retail |
| Seersucker | 90–140 GSM | Summer Fashion |
Decoration
Decoration Methods
Formal shirt programmes typically use fine embroidery or monogramming. Casual constructions support a broader decoration range — each method suited to specific fabric types.
Embroidery
Logo marks, monograms and brand marks on chest, cuff and collar — all constructions
Compatible Constructions
Woven Badge / Crest
Heritage branding, sports club badges, hotel and hospitality crests
Compatible Constructions
Screen Print
Bold graphics and branding on oxford and casual constructions
Compatible Constructions
No Decoration
Formal programmes where clean finish is preferred — poplin, twill, end-on-end
Compatible Constructions
Colour
Colour Programs
Full PMS colour matching across all eight constructions. Lab dip approval is submitted for buyer sign-off before bulk fabric is dyed or cut.
Reactive Dye
Standard / PMS Matched
Full PMS colour matching across all constructions. Lab dip approval before bulk.
Yarn-Dyed
Stripe & Check
Woven-in stripe and check patterns with colour-matched yarns. Popular for Oxford and chambray.
Piece-Dyed Solid
Even All-Over Colour
Uniform solid colour across full yardage. Standard for corporate uniform programmes.
Pigment / Enzyme Washed
Vintage / Softened Tone
Enzyme wash produces slightly lived-in look. Popular in chambray and linen programmes.
Illustrative palette — full PMS range available. Formal shirt staples: white, blue, ecru, light grey, pale pink, lavender
OEM & Custom
Custom Development Programs
Every aspect of your shirt programme — from fabric construction through to retail packaging — can be developed to your brand specification. We manage the detail so you manage the brand.
Start Your ProgrammeFabric Construction to Spec
Poplin, oxford, twill, linen — any construction sourced to your exact weight, fibre content and thread count from verified Pakistan woven mills.
Collar & Cuff Configuration
Spread, button-down, mandarin, point, tab collar — any configuration built to your pattern. French cuff, single cuff, round cuff all available.
Placket Options
Standard, bib, hidden, contrast placket — full range built to your technical specification with matched button and interlining spec.
Monogram & Embroidery Programme
Fine-thread monogram on chest, cuff or collar executed to your thread colour, font and placement. 300–1800 stitch count depending on programme.
Full Label Programme
Main label, collar band, hem label, care label — full branded label stack developed to your artwork file and specification.
Retail Packaging to Brief
Board fold with pin, hanger and polybag, premium gift box — any packaging specification matched to your retail or e-commerce fulfilment needs.
Markets
Industry Applications
Formal and casual shirts are sourced across corporate, hospitality, fashion and wholesale channels. Each sector has distinct fabric, collar and certification requirements.
Corporate Workwear
Staff uniforms, corporate gifting, formal programmes across offices and hospitality
USA · UK · EU · Middle EastHospitality & Hotel
Front-of-house, service staff and branded uniform programmes for hotel and F&B groups
Middle East · EU · USA · AsiaFashion Retail
Seasonal collections, woven shirt programmes, OEM branded formal and casual lines
USA · UK · EU · AustraliaE-commerce / DTC
Direct-to-consumer brands and online-first menswear labels with branded shirt programmes
GlobalPremium Menswear
Fine poplin, twill and end-on-end for premium retail and luxury buyer programmes
UK · EU · Japan · USAWholesale Distribution
Multi-brand wholesale distributors supplying regional retail networks globally
USA · EU · Middle EastUSA / Canada
Primary Market
UK / Europe
Key Market
Middle East
Major Market
Asia / Oceania
Growth Market
Quality Standards
Certifications Available
Pakistan’s certified woven garment factories carry internationally recognised standards. Specify required certifications in your RFQ — factory matching is aligned to your compliance needs.
10+
Certifications Available
GOTS for organic cotton programmes, OEKO-TEX Standard 100 for chemical compliance at EU/UK borders, BSCI and Sedex for social responsibility auditing, ISO 9001 for quality process control. Specify your required standard in your RFQ.
GOTS
PremiumGlobal Organic Textile Standard
Organic fibre sourcing and processing for organic cotton shirt programmes
OEKO-TEX
StandardOEKO-TEX Standard 100
No harmful substances — EU/UK import compliance standard for woven shirts
BSCI
Ethical production audit — labour standards verified at factory level
StandardSedex
Labour, safety and environment data sharing for supply chain transparency
StandardISO 9001
Consistent quality systems and process control across production
StandardGRS
Recycled content verification for blended and recycled fibre programmes
OptionalWRAP
12-principle manufacturing compliance for woven garment factories
StandardBCI
Sustainable cotton farming practices across the supply chain
OptionalSA8000
Most demanding social certification — wages, rights and worker conditions audited
PremiumBluesign
Chemical safety and resource efficiency across the textile supply chain
OptionalExport & Packaging
Export Terms & Packaging
Four Incoterm options from Karachi and Port Qasim. Packaging is specified per programme to match your retail, hospitality or e-commerce requirements.
FOB
Free On Board
📍 Karachi / Port Qasim
Most common for buyers with their own freight forwarder. Price covers goods to port of loading only.
CIF
Cost, Insurance & Freight
📍 Destination port
We arrange ocean freight and marine insurance. Price includes delivery to your nominated destination port.
CFR
Cost & Freight
📍 Destination port
We arrange ocean freight to your port. Buyer arranges own marine insurance cover.
EXW
Ex-Works
📍 Factory gate
Buyer arranges all inland and ocean logistics from factory gate. Lowest quoted price, highest buyer responsibility.
Packaging Options
Board Fold + Pin
Standard retail presentation
Hanger + Polybag
Retail-ready on arrival
Premium Gift Box
Luxury / gifting programmes
Flat Fold (bulk export)
Volume-optimised shipping
Retail Polybag
E-commerce / DTC packs
Custom Packaging
To your brand brief
Indicative Programme Timeline
Guide only — actual timelines varyRFQ & Quotation
Factory shortlist, fabric sourcing and pricing confirmed
3–5
days (guide)
Fabric Approval
Lab dip or swatch approval before cutting commences
5–10
days (guide)
Sample Production
Sewn sample with all trim and decoration to specification
15–20
days (guide)
Bulk Production
From confirmed PO and approved pre-production sample
40–60
days (guide)
QC & Sea Freight
Pre-shipment inspection + FCL/LCL from Karachi
25–35
days (guide)
Ethics & Environment
Sustainable Shirt Sourcing
Corporate buyers and fashion brands increasingly require verifiable sustainability credentials with their woven shirt programmes. Every programme can be certified to your environmental and ethical standards.
Organic Cotton
GOTSGOTS-certified organic cotton available across poplin, twill and lightweight woven constructions for formal shirt programmes.
Water Efficiency
ProcessEasy-care finishes eliminate repeat washing in QC testing — reducing water use. Enzyme processing available for natural hand softening.
Recycled Fibres
GRSGRS-certified recycled polyester blends available for easy-care and performance shirt programmes at competitive pricing.
Ethical Audits
BSCI / SedexBSCI, Sedex and SA8000 audited woven garment factories. Worker welfare, wages and safe conditions verified independently.
Low-Impact Dyes
OEKO-TEXReactive and fibre-reactive dyeing with OEKO-TEX certified chemicals only. Pigment dyeing for enzyme-washed programmes uses certified dye systems.
Sustainable Packaging
OptionalRecycled polybags, FSC-certified boxes and tissue available for any programme specification on request.
How It Works
Our Sourcing Process
Six structured steps from specification to shipment — transparent, tracked and managed throughout.
Submit RFQ
Share fabric construction, GSM, collar style, fit, decoration type, quantity, destination and target delivery date via our RFQ form.
Factory Matching
We shortlist 2–3 certified Pakistan woven shirt factories aligned to your construction and certification requirements. Pricing within 3–5 working days.
Fabric Approval
Lab dip or fabric swatch submitted for colour and hand approval before cutting begins. 5–10 days from specification lock.
Sample Production
Pre-production sample sewn with all trim, collar, cuff and decoration. 15–20 days from fabric approval.
Bulk Production
Fabric cut and sewn. Duration depends on construction, decoration complexity and factory scheduling.
QC & Shipment
Measurement audit, count verification, packaging check. FCL or LCL from Karachi or Port Qasim.
Buyer Questions
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Woven shirt programmes from Pakistan’s certified factories. Poplin, oxford, twill, linen — any construction, any collar, any certification. Submit the specification; we coordinate factory matching, fabric approval, sampling and bulk production to your timeline.