Question 1

How do I get started as a buyer?

Accepted Answer

1) [Register free](/register)
2) Browse [deals](/deals) and [suppliers](/suppliers)
3) Save favorites
4) Send enquiries to suppliers
5) Negotiate and order directly

Free accounts can browse everything and contact Supplier Pro members. [Upgrade](/retailer-upgrade) for full access.

Question 2

What are the buyer membership tiers?

Accepted Answer

• **Guest** (not logged in) — read-only browsing of deals, suppliers, and categories; no enquiries, no website click-through, supplier company names hidden on non-Pro profiles
• **Free** — adds a [Buyer Profile](/dashboard/buyer-profile), favorites, the [Weekly Deals Digest](/help/faq?q=newsletters), contact access to **Supplier Pro members only**, and a 500/mo [website-visit budget](/help/faq?q=website-clicks) (spendable only on Supplier Pro URLs — non-Pro URLs stay hidden at this tier, in both the /suppliers directory and on deal pages)
• **Standard** — adds enquiries on **any supplier via its deal listings** (Pro or non-Pro), the **Review tab on every deal** (product-reputation summary — see [Review tabs explained](/help/faq?q=review-tabs)), and makes non-Pro supplier website URLs **visible when viewed on a deal page** (still hidden in the /suppliers directory at this tier; still 500/mo cap)
• **Premium** — adds **full directory contact access**: Send Enquiry works on every standalone supplier profile, non-Pro website URLs become visible everywhere (directory + deal pages), and phone / email / LinkedIn details become visible on non-Pro profiles
• **Premium+** — adds the **daily** [Deals Digest](/help/faq?q=newsletters) cadence, [Custom Sourcing](/help/faq?q=custom-sourcing), the **Review tab on every supplier profile** (supplier-wide reputation summary — a sibling to the Standard-unlocked per-deal Review tab; see [Review tabs explained](/help/faq?q=review-tabs)), exclusive member discounts, and a higher **750/mo** website-visit budget

Supplier Pro members' names and contact details are visible to every logged-in buyer tier regardless of the gates above. Compare features side-by-side on the [Pricing page](/retailer-upgrade), or see [Why can't I contact some suppliers?](/help/faq?q=contact-restrictions) for the enquiry-gate detail.

Question 3

What can I do with a free account?

Accepted Answer

Browse all [deals](/deals) and [suppliers](/suppliers), view profit calculations (markup, margin, RRP), save favorites, send enquiries to Supplier Pro members, and subscribe to the [Weekly Deals Digest](/help/faq?q=newsletters).

Question 4

Why should I upgrade from Free?

Accepted Answer

Free already lets you browse every deal and supplier, view profit calculations (markup, margin, RRP), save favorites, contact Supplier Pro members, and subscribe to the [Weekly Deals Digest](/help/faq?q=newsletters) — with a 500 website-visits/month cap.

Each paid tier adds on top:

• **Standard** — enquire on every deal (not just Supplier Pro), and the **Review tab on every deal** (per-deal product-reputation summary — see [Review tabs explained](/help/faq?q=review-tabs)). Still 500 visits/mo.
• **Premium** — full supplier contact details across the whole directory and saved keyword alerts. Still 500 visits/mo.
• **Premium+** — the higher 750 visits/mo cap, Custom Sourcing (submit a product request and our team finds matching suppliers), the **daily** [Deals Digest](/help/faq?q=newsletters) cadence (your keyword-prioritised digest, delivered daily), the **Review tab on every supplier profile** (supplier-wide reputation summary, a sibling to the Standard-unlocked per-deal Review tab), and exclusive member discounts.

Note: saved keyword alerts are available on Free, Premium, and Premium+ — not on Standard.

[Compare plans](/retailer-upgrade) to see which tier fits your business.

Question 5

Can I be both a buyer and a supplier?

Accepted Answer

Yes. WholesaleUp™ uses a dual-tier model — you hold a buyer tier and a supplier tier independently. Upgrading one doesn't affect the other. [Supplier Pro](/pro) includes Premium+ buyer access as a bundled benefit.

Common edge case: if you already hold Premium+ and then become a Supplier Pro (or vice versa), the Premium+ benefits **don't stack**. You keep a single 750 website-visits/month cap and a single 50-template enquiry limit — the caps are not doubled. Supplier Pro simply ensures you have Premium+ buyer access alongside your supplier tier.

Upgrade path: if you already hold an active Premium+ package when you buy Supplier Pro, tick the **Apply credit** checkbox on the Upgrade button to deduct [pro-rata credit](/help/faq?q=pro-rata-credit) for your unused Premium+ time from the Supplier Pro price. Credit is capped at the Supplier Pro price and never refunded as cash. The same rule applies from Standard or Premium.

Question 6

Do I need a registered business to buy?

Accepted Answer

No — anyone can [create a free account](/register) and browse deals, view profit calculations, and contact Supplier Pro members. You don't need a company registration, VAT number, or trade license to buy.

That said, most suppliers on WholesaleUp™ sell at wholesale quantities and trade prices, so having a business (online store, marketplace shop, physical retail) helps you make the most of the platform. Some suppliers may require proof of business before shipping.

Suppliers must be registered businesses — see [Getting Listed](/help/guides/getting-listed-as-a-supplier) for requirements.

Question 7

What can I see without logging in (incognito / guest browsing)?

Accepted Answer

Guests can browse deals, suppliers, categories, the A-Z index, guides, and the blog — with profit calculators and public supplier info visible. Clicking through to supplier websites, contacting Supplier Pro members, saving favorites, and the Weekly Deals Digest all require a free account (no payment). Enquiries to non-Pro suppliers via deal listings and the **per-deal [Review tab](/help/faq?q=review-tabs)** (product-reputation summary) need Standard; enquiries from the full suppliers directory, full contact details, and the **supplier-wide Review tab** need Premium or Premium+; the Daily Deals Digest is Premium+ only. [Register free](/register) to unlock guest-gated features.

Question 8

Is WholesaleUp™ good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — profit calculators on every deal, 40+ filterable categories, and the [Weekly Deals Digest](/help/faq?q=newsletters) make the platform approachable from day one. Premium+ also unlocks [Custom Sourcing](/dashboard/custom-sourcing) from our research team when you need hands-on help finding a specific product.

Question 9

What is WholesaleUp™?

Accepted Answer

WholesaleUp™ is the Web's largest database of verified wholesale, liquidation, and dropship suppliers across the EU, UK, and North America. We connect retailers with verified suppliers across 40+ product categories, providing access to thousands of wholesale deals, supplier contact details, and sourcing tools. With 30,800+ verified suppliers and 100+ registered resellers, we operate a zero-commission model — transactions happen directly between buyers and suppliers.

Question 10

How does WholesaleUp™ work?

Accepted Answer

Buyers browse [deals](/deals) and [suppliers](/suppliers), send enquiries, and negotiate directly. Suppliers list products, respond to enquiries, and manage deals via their [dashboard](/dashboard). WholesaleUp™ facilitates the connection — transactions happen directly between buyer and supplier.

Question 11

Is WholesaleUp™ free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes — creating a [WholesaleUp™ account](/register) is free, and Free-tier buyers can browse all deals, view profit calculations, and contact Supplier Pro members. Paid buyer tiers (Standard, Premium, Premium+) unlock additional features like the full supplier database, directory-wide contact, saved keywords, and custom sourcing support. [View buyer pricing](/retailer-upgrade) for details.

Separately, suppliers can choose between Supplier Free and [Supplier Pro](/pro) memberships, with Pro offering enhanced visibility and priority placement. Buyer and supplier tiers are independent — you can hold both simultaneously.

Question 12

What countries do you cover?

Accepted Answer

We list suppliers from over 150 countries including the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, France, and the USA. Most suppliers ship internationally and many offer dropshipping.

Question 13

What types of suppliers are on the platform?

Accepted Answer

Eight sourcing-relevant types to filter for:

1) Wholesaler — bulk at trade prices
2) Distributor — authorized distribution for established brands
3) Manufacturer — direct from factory
4) Brand Owner — owns and sells its own range
5) Importer — brings goods in from overseas
6) Private Label / White Label — manufactures products you rebrand
7) Liquidator — surplus, returns, and clearance at deep discount
8) Dropshipper — ships directly to your customers

Plus four specialist types (Exporter, Trading Company, Sourcing Agent, Artisan / Maker), all available in the filter sidebar on the [suppliers page](/suppliers).

Question 14

What product categories are available?

Accepted Answer

13 top-level categories with 104 subcategories spanning electronics, fashion, home & garden, health & beauty, toys, automotive, sports, food & drink, pets, office, industrial, and more. Browse the full list on the [categories page](/categories).

Question 15

How do I contact WholesaleUp™ support?

Accepted Answer

Head to the [Contact page](/contact) and fill in the support form — choose a query type (general question, report an issue, billing, etc.) and our team typically responds within 24 hours on business days. Logged-in users can view and continue support conversations from [Dashboard](/dashboard) → [Messages](/dashboard/messages) → Support tab — to start a new one, use the Contact page above.

Before reaching out, check the [FAQ](/help/faq), [Guides](/help/guides), or [ask the AI chat](#open-ai-chat) — your question may already be answered there.

Question 16

How do I contact a supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any deal or supplier profile to open the message panel (up to 5 attachments, 10MB each). Your [Buyer Profile](/dashboard/buyer-profile) must be complete before sending. Contact access by tier: **Guests** can't enquire; **Free** can only contact Supplier Pro members; **Standard** adds enquiries on any supplier via a deal listing, but not directly from a non-Pro supplier's standalone profile in the [Suppliers directory](/suppliers); **Premium and Premium+** have full contact access everywhere plus visible phone / email / LinkedIn. [Compare plans](/retailer-upgrade).

Question 17

What is the Enquiry List?

Accepted Answer

A batch enquiry tool — add multiple deals to your enquiry list, then send them all as a single message to the relevant supplier. Access it from [Dashboard](/dashboard) → [Enquiry List](/dashboard/enquiry-list). Useful when you want to enquire about several products from the same supplier at once.

Question 18

Why can't I contact some suppliers?

Accepted Answer

Contact access depends on your buyer tier, and your [Buyer Profile](/dashboard/buyer-profile) must be complete before enquiries will send:

• **Guest** (not logged in) — can't send enquiries at all. [Register free](/register) to unlock the Free tier.
• **Free** — can only contact **Supplier Pro members** (on any Supplier Pro deal or profile, at no cost). Non-Pro supplier buttons show "Upgrade to Contact" with a lock icon.
• **Standard** — adds enquiries on **any supplier via its deal listings** (Pro or non-Pro). The Send Enquiry button on a standalone non-Pro profile in the [Suppliers directory](/suppliers) still requires Premium.
• **Premium / Premium+** — full contact access everywhere; phone, email, and LinkedIn details also unlock on non-Pro profiles.

Supplier Pro members' contact details are visible to every logged-in buyer tier regardless of the gates above. [Upgrade your tier](/retailer-upgrade), or see [How do I contact a supplier?](/help/faq?q=send-enquiry) for the full enquiry-panel walkthrough.

Question 19

Can I send files in messages?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can attach up to 5 files per message (PDF, DOCX, XLSX, JPG, PNG) with a 10MB limit per file. Attachments are shared within the conversation thread and can be previewed or downloaded by both parties.

Question 20

Why does it say "Complete Profile to Send"?

Accepted Answer

Both your account profile (basic details) and buyer profile (sourcing preferences) must be sufficiently complete before you can send enquiries. This ensures suppliers receive meaningful context about your business. Go to [Dashboard](/dashboard) → [Buyer Profile](/dashboard/buyer-profile) to fill in the required fields.

Question 21

Can I negotiate prices with suppliers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many deals are marked as "Negotiable". Use the enquiry form to discuss pricing, MOQs, shipping arrangements, and payment terms directly with the supplier. Before enquiring, check the [supplier profile](/suppliers) and [deal page](/deals) — MOQs, lead time, payment terms, Incoterms, free-shipping threshold, transit/shipping insurance, and pre-dispatch quality-inspection defaults are declared there, so you can anchor your negotiation on what the supplier has already stated. WholesaleUp™ facilitates the introduction — the negotiation and transaction happen between you and the supplier.

Question 22

How do I get access to supplier contact details?

Accepted Answer

Three steps: [register free](/register) (you can already contact [Supplier Pro](/pro) members at no cost), complete your [Buyer Profile](/dashboard/buyer-profile), then [buy an access package](/retailer-upgrade). Standard adds deal-listing enquiries on any supplier; Premium unlocks every non-Pro supplier profile plus their phone, email, and LinkedIn. One-month / six-month / twelve-month packages, pay once via Stripe / PayPal / bank transfer, no auto-renewal.

Question 23

How do I contact a wholesale cosmetics supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (marketplace, retail, salon, beauty subscription), target SKU lines, and any compliance constraints (organic, vegan, MAP-policy adherence). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any cosmetics supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access — phone, email, and website URLs visible across all cosmetics supplier profiles.

Question 24

How do I contact a wholesale jewelry supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (e-commerce, boutique retail, marketplace, gift-shop), target sub-vertical (fashion / fine / bridal / gemstone), expected monthly piece-count, and any compliance constraints (responsible-sourcing certifications, hallmark requirements). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any jewelry supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access — phone, email, and website URLs visible across all jewelry profiles.

Question 25

How do I contact a wholesale perfume supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (marketplace + brand-gating posture, retail, gift, e-commerce), target brand portfolios, projected monthly volume, and shipping requirements (perfume ships as Class 3 flammable; freight-class verification matters). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any perfume supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access. For Amazon / eBay marketplace resale, prioritise authorised-distributor profiles for the cleanest brand-gating compliance.

Question 26

How do I contact a wholesale shoes supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (marketplace, retail, sport-goods, school-uniform), target sub-vertical (athletic / lifestyle / formal / kids / safety), projected monthly pair-count, sizing-system requirements (EU vs UK vs US), and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any shoes supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access — phone, email, and website URLs visible across all shoes profiles.

Question 27

How do I contact a wholesale sunglasses supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (marketplace + brand-gating posture, retail, optical, gift), target portfolios (designer / sport / fashion), projected monthly pair-count, and any compliance constraints (UV-rating documentation, polarised-lens verification). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any sunglasses supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access. For Amazon / eBay marketplace resale, prioritise authorised-distributor profiles for cleanest brand-gating compliance.

Question 28

How do I contact a wholesale bag supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (marketplace, retail, sport-goods, school-uniform, gift), target sub-vertical (backpack / tote / sport / travel / kids), projected monthly piece-count, material requirements (canvas / leather / PU / technical), and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any bag supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access — phone, email, and website URLs visible across all bag profiles.

Question 29

How do I contact a wholesale handbag supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (designer boutique, fashion retail, marketplace, gift), target tier (designer / premium leather / fashion / casual), projected monthly piece-count, leather-grade requirements, and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any handbag supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access. For Amazon / eBay marketplace resale of designer handbags, prioritise authorised-distributor profiles for cleanest brand-gating compliance.

Question 30

How do I contact a wholesale leggings supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (athleisure boutique, fashion retail, marketplace, fitness-channel), target sub-vertical (athletic / fashion / shapewear / kids / maternity / plus-size), projected monthly pair-count, sizing-system requirements (US vs UK vs EU), fabric-spec requirements, and any compliance constraints (REACH, OEKO-TEX). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any leggings supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 31

How do I contact a wholesale skincare supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (pharmacy, drugstore, marketplace, beauty-subscription, salon), target sub-vertical (treatment / cleansing / SPF / K-beauty), projected monthly volume, regulatory constraints (CPNP for EU, FDA for US), and any specialist requirements (vegan / cruelty-free / organic certifications). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any skincare supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access. For Amazon / eBay marketplace resale, prioritise authorised-distributor profiles for cleanest brand-gating compliance.

Question 32

How do I contact a wholesale toy supplier?

Accepted Answer

Click **Send Enquiry** on any of the supplier's deal listings or its profile. Include channel mix (toy retail, marketplace, gift-shop, school / classroom, online), target sub-vertical (pre-school / construction / dolls / plush / educational / outdoor), age-band requirements, projected monthly volume + Q4-seasonal ramp expectations, and any compliance constraints (EN 71 for EU, CPSIA for US, brand-of-record for licensed-IP). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any toy supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access. For Amazon / eBay marketplace resale of licensed-IP toys, prioritise authorised-distributor profiles for cleanest brand-gating compliance.

Question 33

How do I contact a wholesale t-shirt supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (printer / DTG / branded-merch / fashion-retail), target GSM weight + fabric mix, and any compliance constraints (organic, recycled, Fairtrade). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any t-shirt supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access — phone, email, and website URLs visible across all t-shirt supplier profiles.

Question 34

How do I contact a wholesale hoodie supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (printer / branded-merch / school + sports + corporate uniform / fashion-retail), target GSM weight + construction (fleece-back / loopback / French terry), and any compliance constraints (organic, recycled, children's-hoodie BS EN 14682 drawcord ban). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any hoodie supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 35

How do I contact a wholesale jeans supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (department-store / boutique / e-commerce / marketplace), target tier (premium-authorised / mid-private-label / value), preferred fit-blocks and wash-finishes, and any compliance constraints (organic, recycled, Bluesign-certified finish). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any jeans supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access. For premium-tier authorised allocations, expect to provide trade references and channel-account paperwork.

Question 36

How do I contact a wholesale shirt supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (department-store / boutique / e-commerce / marketplace / corporate-uniform), target tier (premium-authorised / mid-private-label / value), preferred fabric-spec (poplin / twill / end-on-end / Egyptian-cotton / Pima), preferred fit-block (US / EU / UK / Italian fit-norm), and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any shirt supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 37

How do I contact a wholesale sweatshirt supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (printer / branded-merch / school + sports + corporate-uniform / fashion-retail / licensed-apparel), target GSM weight + construction, and any compliance constraints (organic, recycled, licensed-IP authorisation). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any sweatshirt supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access. For licensed-apparel programmes, expect to provide your licensee-of-record documentation up-front.

Question 38

How do I contact a wholesale jacket supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (fashion-retail / outdoor-specialty / branded-merch / school + corporate-uniform / marketplace), target sub-vertical (lightweight / mid-weight / heavyweight winter / technical-performance / leather), and any compliance constraints (RDS down, Bluesign, organic, recycled, BS EN 14682 children's-jacket drawcord ban). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any jacket supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 39

How do I contact a wholesale sweatpants supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (printer / branded-merch / athleisure / school + sports + corporate-uniform / fashion-retail / licensed-apparel), target GSM weight + cut (classic open-bottom vs tapered jogger vs track pant vs heavyweight streetwear), and any compliance constraints (organic, recycled, licensed-IP authorisation, BS EN 14682 children's drawstring compliance). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any sweatpants supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 40

How do I contact a wholesale shorts supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (athletic-specialty / fashion-retail / branded-merch / surf-skate / workwear-specialty), target sub-vertical (athletic / chino / cargo / denim / board+swim / tailored / workwear), preferred inseam length (5" / 7" / 9" / 11"), fabric-spec, and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any shorts supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 41

How do I contact a wholesale pants supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (smart-casual fashion / formalwear / workwear-specialty / women's specialty / corporate-uniform), target sub-vertical (chinos / dress / workwear / cargo / casual / women's), preferred fabric-spec (cotton-twill / wool / wool-poly / lightweight summer / heavyweight winter), preferred fit-block (US Slim / EU Tapered / British Drape / Italian Slim — these differ subtly), and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any pants supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 42

How do I contact a wholesale trousers supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (formalwear specialty / menswear / business + corporate-uniform / department-store / women's specialty), target tier (premium-authorised / mid-private-label / value), preferred fabric-spec (Super 100s+ wool, wool-blend, cotton poplin, wool-poly), preferred fit-block (US Classic / EU Tapered / British Drape / Italian Slim — these differ noticeably), and any compliance constraints (Wool Mark, Made-in-Italy, Pure New Wool). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any trousers supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 43

How do I contact a wholesale dress supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (fast-fashion / department-store / boutique / online-DTC / bridal-specialty / occasion-wear), target sub-vertical (casual / occasion / bridal / workwear / maxi-boho / maternity / children's), preferred sizing (UK 6-22 / US 2-18 / EU 32-52), fabric-spec, and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any dress supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 44

How do I contact a wholesale skirt supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (fast-fashion / department-store / formalwear / school-uniform / sports-specialty), target sub-vertical (mini / midi / maxi / pencil / pleated / sport / school-uniform), preferred fabric-spec, length, fit-block, and any compliance constraints. School-uniform programme tendering typically requires colour-fastness lab-test commitment up-front. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any skirt supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 45

How do I contact a wholesale jumpsuit supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (fast-fashion / occasion-wear / workwear-specialty / athleisure / children's-sleepwear), target sub-vertical (casual / occasion / playsuit / coverall / athletic / maternity / children's-onesie), preferred sizing, fabric-spec, leg-length, and any compliance constraints (BS 5722 for sleepwear, flame-retardant for workwear). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any jumpsuit supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 46

How do I contact a wholesale baby clothes supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass children's-retail / supermarket-private-label / online-DTC / gift-shop / specialty-organic), target sub-vertical (bodysuits / sleepwear / outerwear / tops / bottoms / dresses + sets / footed-pyjamas / accessories / gift-set), age-band coverage (Newborn / 0-3m / 3-6m / 6-12m / 12-18m / 18-24m / Tiny Baby premature), preferred fabric-spec (cotton-jersey / organic-cotton / bamboo-blend), and any compliance constraints (especially BS 5722 for sleepwear + GOTS for organic). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any baby clothes supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 47

How do I contact a wholesale kids clothing supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass children's-retail / supermarket-private-label / school-uniform-programme tendering / online-DTC / specialty-organic / licensed-IP-merchandise), target sub-vertical (basics / school-uniform / fashion + occasion / outerwear / athletic / pyjamas / gift-set / licensed-IP), age-band coverage, and any compliance constraints. School-uniform programme tendering typically requires colour-fastness lab-test commitment + embroidery sample approval up-front. Licensed-IP programmes require licensee-of-record documentation up-front. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any kids clothing supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 48

How do I contact a wholesale bikini supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (fast-fashion swim / festival-channel / online-DTC summer / boutique-resort / athletic-specialty), target sub-vertical (triangle / bandeau / sport / high-waist / Brazilian / underwire + push-up / mix-and-match / children's), preferred sizing, fabric-spec, and any compliance constraints (UPF 50+, GRS Econyl, Bluesign, EN 71-3 children's). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any bikini supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 49

How do I contact a wholesale swimsuit supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass swim / online-DTC / boutique-resort / athletic-specialty / competition-swim / modest-fashion specialty), target sub-vertical (women's one-piece / men's briefs + jammers / modest-swim / performance + competition / maternity + mastectomy / children's), preferred sizing, fabric-spec, and any compliance constraints (FINA-approval for competition, GRS Econyl, Bluesign, modesty-rating for modest-swim). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any swimsuit supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 50

How do I contact a wholesale underwear supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass / supermarket-private-label / online-DTC / specialty-organic / period-wear specialty / premium-branded), target sub-vertical (men's vs women's vs period-wear vs maternity + nursing vs mastectomy vs children's), preferred multi-pack format (single piece vs 3-pack vs 5-pack vs 7-pack), fabric-spec (100% cotton vs cotton-elastane stretch vs cotton-modal vs bamboo-cotton vs organic-GOTS), and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any underwear supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 51

How do I contact a wholesale lingerie supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass intimates / specialty intimates boutique / online-DTC / department-store premium / bridal-specialty / designer-resale), target sub-vertical (coordinated sets / basques + corsets / bodysuits + teddies / bridal-specialty / eco-luxury / designer-tier / niche-burlesque), preferred fabric (lace / jersey / satin / silk-blend / sustainable specialty), set composition, and any compliance constraints. Bridal-lingerie + designer programmes typically require longer planning lead times. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any lingerie supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 52

How do I contact a wholesale bra supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass intimates / specialty fit boutique / online-DTC / department-store / sports-channel / nursing + maternity specialty / mastectomy specialty), target sub-vertical (everyday vs sports vs nursing + maternity vs mastectomy vs bridal-specific vs curve-and-fuller-bust specialty vs lounge + bralette + wireless vs children's), preferred cup + band sizing range, fabric-spec, and any compliance constraints (sports-bra impact-test certification, mastectomy MDR, OEKO-TEX Class I, GOTS organic). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any bra supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 53

How do I contact a wholesale socks supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass / supermarket-private-label / online-DTC / specialty-organic / sports-channel / dress-business / school-uniform / compression-medical), target sub-vertical (multi-pack mass / dress + business / athletic + sports / novelty + character-print / thermal + ski / school-uniform / bamboo + organic-cotton specialty / compression + medical-grade / tights + stockings / children's), preferred multi-pack format (single pair vs 3-pack vs 5-pack vs 7-pack vs 10-pack), fabric-spec, and any compliance constraints (Wool Mark, OEKO-TEX Class I, FDA + EU MDR for compression-grade). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any socks supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 54

How do I contact a wholesale sneakers supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (specialty-sports / lifestyle-fashion / online-DTC / department-store / sneaker-resale platform / running-specialty / basketball-specialty / skate-specialty / children's), target sub-vertical (lifestyle + heritage / performance running / gym + training / basketball / skate / tennis + court / designer-tier / children's), preferred sizing range, brands sought, and any compliance constraints. For premium + heat-led grail SKUs, expect to provide trade references and demonstrate authentication capability. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any sneakers supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 55

How do I contact a wholesale sandals supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass fashion / online-DTC / department-store / specialty footwear / outdoor-specialty / boutique-resort / athletic-specialty / children's), target sub-vertical (slide / gladiator / fisherman + closed-toe / sport + athletic / espadrille + rope-sole / wedge + heeled / Birkenstock-specialty / vegan + sustainable / children's), preferred materials (rubber / EVA / leather / suede / canvas / jute), preferred sizing, and any compliance constraints (LWG leather, vegan + sustainable specialty, EN 71-3 children's). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any sandals supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 56

How do I contact a wholesale flip-flops supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass fashion / supermarket-private-label / online-DTC / specialty-recovery footwear / boutique-resort + cruise / sustainable + vegan-fashion / children's), target sub-vertical (rubber thong / EVA + foam-cushioned / leather + suede / branded + designer / recovery + athletic / embellished + jewelled / wedge + platform / sustainable + vegan / children's), preferred materials (rubber / EVA / leather / canvas), preferred sizing, and any compliance constraints (recovery-test certification, LWG leather, FSC natural-rubber, EN 71-3 children's). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any flip-flops supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 57

How do I contact a wholesale leather bag supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass fashion / online-DTC / department-store / specialty-leather boutique / business-attire formalwear / designer-leather specialty / sustainable + vegan-leather / children's), target sub-vertical (women's handbag / men's satchel + messenger / briefcase / backpack / laptop-leather / travel + duffel / wallets + small-leather-goods / designer-leather / sustainable + vegan / Italian + heritage specialty / children's), target leather-grade tier (full-grain / top-grain / split / bonded), preferred Made-in-region (Italy / Spain / India / China / Pakistan), and any compliance constraints (LWG audit, Made-in-Italy ICEC + Pelle Italiana, sustainable specialty materials certification). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any leather bag supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 58

How do I contact a wholesale watch supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass fashion / department-store / specialty watch boutique / online-DTC / luxury authorised-dealer / smart-watch tech-channel / sport-specialty / pre-owned / children's), target sub-vertical (analog quartz fashion / digital / smart-watch + wearable / automatic + mechanical / luxury + designer / fashion-accessory / children's / vintage + pre-owned), preferred movement type (quartz / automatic / mechanical / smart), brands sought, and any compliance constraints (Swiss Made for Swiss-luxury, COSC for chronometer claims, Made-in-Japan for Seiko + Citizen + Casio, authorised-dealer for premium + luxury). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any watch supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 59

How do I contact a wholesale belt supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass fashion / online-DTC / department-store / formalwear / menswear-specialty / designer-leather / sustainable + vegan / tactical-military / children's), target sub-vertical (dress + business leather / casual leather + western / fabric + canvas + nylon / woven + embellished women's / designer-luxury / tactical + military + workwear / sustainable + vegan-leather / children's), target leather-grade tier (full-grain / top-grain / split / bonded), preferred Made-in-region (Italy / Spain / India / China / Pakistan), and any compliance constraints (LWG audit, ICEC + Pelle Italiana for Made-in-Italy, sustainable specialty materials certification). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any belt supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 60

How do I contact a wholesale wallet supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass fashion / online-DTC / department-store / specialty-leather boutique / business-attire formalwear / designer-leather specialty / sustainable + vegan-leather / RFID-blocking tech-channel / children's), target sub-vertical (men's bifold + trifold / men's cardholder / travel-wallet / women's wallet + clutch / women's purse + small-leather-goods / designer-luxury / RFID-blocking specialty / sustainable + vegan-leather / Italian + heritage specialty / children's), target leather-grade tier, preferred Made-in-region, and any compliance constraints (LWG audit, RFID-blocking lab-test certification, Made-in-Italy ICEC + Pelle Italiana, sustainable materials certification). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any wallet supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 61

How do I contact a wholesale scarf supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass fashion / online-DTC / department-store / specialty-fashion boutique / modest-fashion specialty / outdoor + military / cashmere + heritage specialty / designer-luxury / sustainable + ethical / children's), target sub-vertical (winter + thermal / silk + lightweight / bandana + head-wrap / pashmina + shawl / religious + modesty hijab / infinity + circular / keffiyeh + shemagh / designer + luxury / sustainable + ethical / children's), preferred materials (cotton / silk / cashmere / wool / acrylic-blend / viscose-blend), preferred Made-in-region (Italy + Scotland + Iran + India + China + Turkey heritage clusters), and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any scarf supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 62

How do I contact a wholesale tie supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (formalwear specialty / menswear specialty / business-attire / school-uniform / wedding + bridal-party / online-DTC / designer-luxury / children's first-tie), target sub-vertical (classic silk necktie / knit tie / bow tie / skinny tie / wide tie / designer + luxury / school-uniform / specialty + occasion + wedding / sustainable + ethical / children's + first-tie), preferred construction-tier (single-fold + 3-fold mass-trade vs 5-fold mid-tier vs 7-fold premium Italian-heritage), preferred silk-grade + momme-weight, preferred width specification, and any compliance constraints (Made-in-Italy ICEC + Pelle Italiana, BS 7907 school-uniform colour-fastness, OEKO-TEX, GOTS organic-silk). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any tie supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 63

How do I contact a wholesale backpack supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass children's-retail / supermarket-private-label / online-DTC kids / school-supply specialty / specialty-tech laptop + commute / outdoor + hiking / travel + cabin-luggage / athletic-channel / women's-fashion specialty / tactical-military / sustainable + recycled / designer-luxury / children's), target sub-vertical, capacity tier (15-25L day-pack / 30-50L trekking / 50-80L+ alpine / 40L cabin-luggage), preferred materials, and any compliance constraints. Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any backpack supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

Question 64

How do I contact a wholesale tote bag supplier?

Accepted Answer

Open any of the supplier's deal listings — or its profile — and click **Send Enquiry**. Include your projected monthly volume, channel mix (mass + supermarket-private-label / online-DTC promo / branded-merchandise agency / conference + event / specialty-fashion boutique / department-store / sustainable + eco specialty / designer-luxury / wedding + bridal-party / children's), target sub-vertical (canvas + cotton / printed + branded / leather + premium / eco + recycled + jute + sustainable / reusable shopping + grocery / conference + corporate-merchandise / wedding + bridal-party / children's), preferred materials (cotton GSM weight + jute + leather grades + sustainable specialty), and any compliance constraints (LWG, GOTS organic, GRS recycled, FSC jute, Fairtrade). Free buyers can contact every Supplier Pro member; [Standard+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers can enquire on any tote bag supplier through its deal listings (a non-Pro supplier's standalone directory profile still needs Premium); Premium and [Premium+](/retailer-upgrade) buyers also get full directory contact access.

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Ready to Increase YourReseller Profits?

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Ready to Increase YourReseller Profits?

Retailers FAQs

How do I get started as a buyer?

What are the buyer membership tiers?

What can I do with a free account?

Can I be both a buyer and a supplier?

Getting Started

WholesaleUp™ Directory

Affiliate Program

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