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title: "Sourcing Underwear, Lingerie & Swimwear"
summary: "Bras, boxers, and bikinis. Key production hubs in Shantou and Huludao."
category: "guide"
date: "2026-03-22"
author: "Withyou Trip Sourcing Team"
image: "/images/blog/sourcing-underwear-lingerie-swimwear-hero-unique.png"
---
# Intimate Business: Sourcing Underwear
Phase 3.
## 1. Production Hubs
* **Shantou (Gurao/Chendian):** The sexy lingerie and bra capital.
* **Zhongshan (Xiaolan):** Men's boxers and briefs.
* **Huludao (Xingcheng):** The Swimwear capital. 40% of global swimwear comes from this one beach city.
## 2. Swimwear Fabrics
* Chlorine resistance is key.
* **Recycled:** "Repreve" (recycled plastic bottles) fabric is the biggest trend in swimwear.
## 3. Sizing
* Bras are technical. A 2mm error makes it unwearable.
* **Fit Model:** You need a live fit model to test samples. Don't rely on mannequins.
## Summary
Swimwear has high returns due to fit issues. Focus on adjustable straps and ties to minimize sizing problems.