For retailers, brand owners and footwear resellers, samples are the critical checkpoint before placing large wholesale orders of kids shoes. A verified sample helps you confirm material quality, workmanship, size fitting, safety details and final appearance, avoiding costly mistakes in mass production.
Many buyers overlook small details in footwear sampling, which may lead to mismatched colors, poor sole flexibility or non-compliant materials after bulk production. Our factory has rich experience in custom kids footwear sampling for global clients across Africa, Europe and North America.
1. Pre-production sample (PP Sample)
This is the official sample made exactly according to your design, artwork, material and color requirements. It serves as the quality standard for the whole bulk order once approved.
2. Sales sample
Simple finished shoes for your offline shop display or marketing photos. It is made from existing shoe lasts and standard materials, with shorter lead time and lower cost.
3. Size run sample
Full set of sizes from toddler to big kids, used to test the fit consistency across the whole size range. Recommended for large retail brands.
Sample lead time normally takes 7–12 working days after confirming all design details. Custom designs with special accessories or complex printing may need extra time.
Sample fees cover raw materials, manual work and mold adjustment. The sample cost can be partially deducted from your bulk order payment once the order quantity meets our minimum requirement. Shipping cost for samples is borne by the buyer.
Check upper material softness, especially for toddler shoes, avoid hard fabric that hurts children’s skin
Test sole flexibility and anti-slip performance
Verify color matching against your color chart
Check stitching strength and no sharp edges
Confirm safety compliance for your target market
To get an accurate sampling quotation, please prepare your design drawing, reference photos, material request, target size range and required quantity. Send us your requirements, and our team will prepare the sample plan for you quickly.
We support OEM & ODM custom kids sandals, boots, casual sneakers and party shoes. Contact us to discuss your custom footwear sample project today.