CUSTOM ACID WASH SHORTS MANUFACTURER
Garment-washed acid wash shorts with a mottled, worn-in finish, manufactured and dyed in-house with a low minimum order of 50 pieces per style.
Custom Acid Wash Shorts Manufacturing
Star Faith International manufactures acid wash shorts for streetwear labels that want a genuine, drum-dyed vintage finish rather than a printed distressed effect. Cutting, sewing, and the wet-process wash stage all happen inside the same facility, giving consistent colour control from batch to batch.
The mottled acid-wash look comes from tumbling finished garments with a bleaching agent in industrial drums, which lifts colour unevenly across the fabric surface. Because shorts have less surface area than a hoodie or jacket, we adjust drum load size and wash timing specifically for shorts to keep the mottling proportional to the garment rather than overwhelming it.
Why Brands Choose Our Acid Wash Shorts
- Genuine garment-dye process — the mottled effect comes from real drum washing, not a printed distressed patter
- Consistent base colour control — we calibrate wash time and agent concentration so batches land within an approved colour range.
- Heavyweight fleece construction — 300-400 GSM brushed fleece holds structure through the wash process without excessive shrinkage
- Low minimum order — 50 pieces per design and colourway, workable for seasonal capsule drops.
- Additional decoration after wash — embroidery, DTG, or puff print can be applied post-wash so graphics sit on the finished, faded base.
Fabric, Fit, and Customization Options
Acid wash shorts are built on 240-320 GSM cotton twill or fleece, pre-shrunk before dyeing to control finished measurements. We offer elastic-waist, drawcord, or belted waistband options, in above-knee, mid-thigh, or knee-length silhouettes.
Because every batch is dyed to order, we can produce wash intensities from subtle to heavy-mottled, along with tie-dye variations using the same drum process. Embroidered patches, DTG graphics, and woven waistband labels can all be added post-wash.
Specifications at a Glance
- Fabric:Â 300-400 GSM brushed-back fleece, 80/20 or 100% cotton
- Finish:Â Genuine drum acid wash, pre-shrunk before dyeing
- Fits available: Regular, oversized
- Standard features:Â Drawcord hood, kangaroo pocket, rib-knit cuffs
- Decoration options:Â Embroidery, DTG, puff print, applied post-wash
- Size range:Â XS-4XL, custom grading available
- Minimum order:Â 50 pieces per design, per colourway
- Lead time:Â 12-16 working days after sample approval, wash process included
From Artwork to Shipment
After your colourway and wash intensity are confirmed on a lab-dip sample, we cut and sew the blank shorts, then run a small test batch through the acid wash drums for your approval. Once the finish is signed off, the full run is dyed, any post-wash decoration is applied, and orders ship within 12-16 working days to any of the 35+ countries we export to.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the acid wash effect printed or real dye?
It is a genuine drum-wash process calibrated for the smaller garment size, not a printed pattern.
Will the mottling look the same on every pair?
Slight variation between units is expected and part of the authentic finish, though we control the overall colour range.
What waistband options are available?
Elastic, drawcord, and belted waistband styles are all available on the acid wash short block.
Can graphics be added after the wash process?
Yes, embroidery and DTG printing are applied post-wash so artwork sits cleanly on the faded base.
What is your minimum order quantity?
50 pieces per design, per colourway.
How long does the wash process add to lead time?
Acid wash hoodies ship in 12-16 working days after sample approval, slightly longer than an unwashed hoodie to allow for the dye and dry cycle.
Get a Quote on Acid Wash Shorts
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