EKA SOURCING

A boutique production consultancy for modern European brands. Istanbul–based, Europe–focused. We translate design ambition into precise, reliable and commercially sharp production through a curated network of top–tier Turkish manufacturers.

KNITWEAR · JERSEY · WOVEN SHIRTS · PRODUCTION CONSULTANCY
Contact Based in Istanbul · Working with European brands

About

EKA Sourcing works as an external production office for design–driven European brands that value precision, clarity and premium execution.

We focus on knitwear, jersey and woven shirt programs, combining technical judgment, material understanding and on–the–ground management. The result: fewer surprises, faster decisions and better garments.

Services

End-to-end support from first sketch and costing to final shipment and feedback.


Product Development

Trend and material proposals, yarn and fabric sourcing, proto samples, lab dips, fit alignment and SMS coordination.

Supplier Matchmaking

Selecting the right factory for each project based on target price, quality level, construction, capacity and lead time.

Production Management

Daily follow-up, issue resolution, timeline tracking, inline checks, final inspection and shipment monitoring.

Sustainability Guidance

Options for eco materials, certified yarns and more responsible sourcing, aligned with each brand’s standards and expectations.

Textile Mood

A visual language rooted in knitwear, jersey and clean, modern construction.

Factory Capabilities

A curated network of export-oriented factories in Istanbul, Izmir and Bursa.


Product Groups
Flat knitwear (crewneck, V-neck, cardigans, half-zip, polo)
Circular jersey (T-shirts, polos, sweatshirts, sweat jackets)
Woven shirts and hybrid fabric + knit constructions
Development & Production
Prototypes and SMS for small capsules up to full collections.
Production from smaller drops to larger volume programs.
Indicative Lead Times
Proto: 2–3 weeks · SMS: 3–5 weeks · Bulk: 6–10 weeks

Workflow

A clear, structured process to keep both brand and manufacturer aligned.


01 · Brief & Alignment
Brand shares mood, specs, target price and delivery expectations.
02 · Factory & Material Match
We identify the most suitable factory and propose yarns, fabrics and constructions.
03 · Development & Sampling
Prototypes, lab dips, prints and trims are developed and aligned with the brand’s comments.
04 · Order Confirmation
Prices, lead times, quantities and delivery terms are confirmed.
05 · Production Monitoring
Daily communication, issue resolution and timeline control with the factory.
06 · Quality & Shipment
Final checks, packaging control and shipment coordination including documents.
07 · After-Sales
Feedback is collected and used to improve the next collection round.

Founder


Ece Karacaoglu
Founder & Production Consultant

Ece is a sourcing and production specialist with nearly a decade of experience managing knitwear, jersey and woven shirt programs for European fashion brands. She has worked closely with design, technical and buying teams across Germany, Italy and Northern Europe, leading each step of the development and production cycle with precision and structure.


Her expertise spans factory selection, price engineering, technical resolution, risk management, quality control and end-to-end production monitoring. EKA Sourcing reflects her execution-focused, detail-driven and calm approach to manufacturing in Turkey.

Contact


For project enquiries or collaboration, you can reach EKA Sourcing at:

📧 info@ekasourcing.com
📍 Istanbul, Turkey
LinkedIn: Ece Karacaoglu