Custom Woven End Fold Clothing Main Label – Manhattan Fold Construction for Garment Seams

Custom Woven End Fold Clothing Main Labels

Guystalent has manufactured custom woven end fold labels and garment main labels for global apparel brands for over 20 years. Our end fold woven labels — also known as Manhattan fold labels — are the industry-standard construction for garment main labels: both short ends of the woven strip are folded under and sewn into a seam, creating a secure loop with all raw edges hidden inside the garment construction.

Every label is produced to order: custom weave type, custom thread colors (up to 12), custom width, custom backing. The standard construction for T-shirts, shirts, knitwear, outerwear, trousers, and any garment where the main brand label is sewn into a seam.

Key Product Specifications

Typical Applications

• T-shirts & casual tops — center back neck seam end fold label as primary brand identifier
• Woven shirts & blouses — narrow end fold label sewn into collar stand seam
• Trousers & jeans — waistband seam end fold label for brand and size identification
• Knitwear & sweaters — end fold label sewn into back neck or side seam
• Outerwear & jackets — larger format end fold label in collar or lining seam
• Sportswear & activewear — end fold label in side seam or waistband for performance garments

Why Choose Guystalent for Woven End Fold Labels?

• 20+ years of garment main label manufacturing — end fold construction expertise across all garment categories and seam types
• OEKO-TEX & ISO 9001 certified — eco-friendly materials and quality management independently verified
• Precise fold registration in bulk production — consistent loop width and fold alignment maintained across full order quantities
• Woven strip width calculated for fold allowance — production width accounts for both end fold allowances; finished width matches specification exactly
• Multiple seam position options — neck seam, side seam, waistband, and hem positions all supported; seam allowance specified per garment type
• Artwork approval before production — digital proof emailed for sign-off; physical sewn sample available within 3 business days of approval

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What exactly is an end fold label and how is it constructed?
A: An end fold label (also called a Manhattan fold label) is produced from a woven strip where both short ends are folded under by a set amount (the fold allowance, typically 8–12mm per end). The folded ends are then sewn into a garment seam — one end into each side of the seam — creating a loop that sits inside the garment with the label face visible. The fold hides all raw cut edges inside the seam, producing a clean, finished appearance with no exposed thread ends.

Q: What is the difference between an end fold label and a center fold label?
A: An end fold label folds both short ends under and is sewn into a seam at both ends — the label loop runs perpendicular to the seam. A center fold label folds the label in half lengthwise along its long axis, with the fold sewn into a seam and both halves hanging free — the label hangs parallel to the seam. End fold is the standard construction for main garment labels (neck, waistband, side seam). Center fold is used when the label needs to display content on both sides, or for labels that hang visibly inside a garment rather than being fully sewn in.

Q: How do I specify the finished width vs. the woven strip width?
A: The finished width is the visible label width after folding — this is the dimension you specify (e.g., 25mm finished width). The woven strip is produced wider to account for the fold allowance at both ends (typically 8–12mm per end). When ordering, specify your required finished width; our production team calculates the correct woven strip width automatically.

Q: Which seam positions can an end fold label be sewn into?
A: End fold labels can be sewn into any garment seam: center back neck seam (most common for main labels), side seam (common for size and care labels), waistband seam (trousers, skirts, shorts), collar stand seam (woven shirts), and hem seam. The seam allowance depth at the target position determines the minimum fold allowance required — specify the garment type and seam position when ordering.

Q: What is the difference between end fold and straight cut for a main label?
A: A straight cut label has no fold — it is a flat rectangle sewn directly onto a garment surface (e.g., sewn flat onto a lining or patch-sewn onto a garment exterior). An end fold label is sewn into a seam with both ends hidden. End fold is preferred for main labels because it produces a cleaner interior finish and is more secure than surface-sewn labels. Straight cut is used for patch labels, badge labels, and labels that need to be visible on the garment exterior.

Q: How many colors can a woven end fold label have?
A: Up to 12 thread colors per label, all included at no extra charge. Color blending between adjacent threads allows the visual appearance of additional colors within the 12-color limit.

Q: What file formats do you accept?
A: CDR, EPS, PDF, AI, and SVG are preferred (vector formats). We also accept PSD, JPG, GIF, BMP, TIF, and PNG. Vector formats ensure the most accurate thread color mapping for end fold label production.

Q: What payment methods are accepted?
A: TT (bank transfer), Western Union, and PayPal. 30% deposit required; balance before shipment.

Pricing is order-specific and depends on weave type, thread color count, finished width, quantity, edge finish, and seam position specification. Contact our team for a tailored quote.