Why Working with a Factory in Bogotá Beats Sourcing from Asia

When it comes to launching a clothing brand or expanding a private label line, choosing the right factory partner is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. For years, most brands defaulted to factories in China, Bangladesh, or Vietnam. But times are changing—and many smart brands are now turning to Latin America, especially Bogotá, Colombia, for a better alternative.

Here at BRIV, our factory is based in Bogotá, and we work directly with U.S. brands to deliver handmade, low-MOQ, premium pants for their private label collections. Here’s why working with a factory in Bogotá may be the smarter, faster, and more human-centered choice.

1. Faster Shipping & Lower Lead Times

When you're sourcing from Asia, you're often looking at 30–60 days of ocean freight—and that’s not even including production time. In contrast, air shipments from Bogotá to the U.S. often take 2–5 business days. That means:

Faster inventory restocks

Less cash tied up in transit

More flexibility to test and pivot your product offering

2. Low Minimums, High Craftsmanship

Unlike many high-volume Asian factories, our Bogotá-based factory is built for flexibility. We specialize in handmade pants with low minimum order quantities (MOQs), so even smaller brands can order with confidence. You're not just getting pants—you’re getting craftsmanship passed down through generations.

3. Shared Time Zones & Easier Communication

Working with a factory in Asia often means navigating 12–14 hour time differences, which slows down decision-making and communication. With Colombia, you're usually within 1–3 hours of U.S. time zones, making real-time communication seamless and efficient.

And if you're working with BRIV, our bilingual team (English & Spanish) ensures nothing gets lost in translation.

4. Ethical & Transparent Production

Consumers today care about how their products are made. Many Asian factories still lack transparency around working conditions. In Bogotá, our team works in safe, clean, and fair environments, where people are paid well and treated with dignity.

For your brand, that means a stronger story to tell—and more credibility with modern shoppers.

5. Better for Nearshoring & Sustainability

Shipping products across the globe has a huge carbon footprint. With Bogotá, you’re not only closer to your final customer—you’re also making a more sustainable choice.
Nearshoring with BRIV reduces emissions and supports a growing regional economy committed to ethical manufacturing.

6. Real Relationships, Not Just Transactions

At BRIV, we aren’t a middleman. We own the relationship with the factory and communicate daily with our team in Bogotá. That means:

You get real visibility into what’s being made

You can request customizations or changes with confidence

We stand behind every product that ships

It’s more than just pants—it’s a partnership.

So, Why Bogotá?

If you’re a U.S. brand looking for:

 Faster timelines

Smaller order flexibility

Handmade quality

Ethical sourcing

Easier communication

A team that actually cares...

Then Bogotá > Asia. And BRIV is ready to help you launch, scale, and grow—with pants your customers will actually love.