One card per category: who it suits, what to confirm before ordering, where to look in the QC photos, and the trap beginners fall into. Read the card, then decide.
← Back to overviewOrdered by what to check before buying — not by popularity.
Good for: Hype pairs, runners and daily trainers.
Confirm: Exact EU/US size, colourway code, and box/accessories.
QC focus: Stitching around the logo, midsole paint, and the size tag.
Trap: Ordering your usual size — China sizing often runs small; measure and check the seller's chart.
Good for: Football, basketball and retro sports jerseys.
Confirm: Team, season, and the name/number print; fan vs player fit.
QC focus: Badge and sponsor logos, stitched vs printed numbers, and the mesh fabric.
Trap: Player-issue sizing runs slim — size up and confirm the exact season.
Good for: Heavyweight, boxy and graphic hoodies.
Confirm: Fit (oversized vs true-to-size) and GSM/weight if listed.
QC focus: Print alignment, drawcord tips, and cuff ribbing.
Trap: Chasing a 'trending' drop without reading the weight number — light and heavyweight feel very different.
Good for: Basics, boxy tees and printed shirts.
Confirm: Length and shoulder width, not just S/M/L.
QC focus: Print edges, collar rib, and hem stitching.
Trap: Sizing up out of habit — boxy cuts are already generous.
Good for: Fragrances, gift sets and testers.
Confirm: Bottle size in ml and concentration (EDT vs EDP).
QC focus: Seal, cellophane wrap, cap fit, and label print.
Trap: Liquids and aerosols face shipping restrictions — confirm they can ship before ordering.
Good for: Denim, cargos and trousers.
Confirm: Waist in cm and inseam length.
QC focus: Rivets, wash consistency, and stitching colour.
Trap: Trusting the label size — measure a pair you own flat and compare.
Good for: Totes, shoulder bags and backpacks.
Confirm: Dimensions in cm and hardware colour.
QC focus: Zip pulls, lining, and strap stitching.
Trap: Judging size from photos — always read the listed measurements.
Good for: Fashion and homage watches.
Confirm: Case diameter, movement type, and strap size.
QC focus: Dial printing, crown, and bracelet links.
Trap: Expecting luxury accuracy from a low-cost movement — ask about tolerance and warranty first.
Good for: Sunglasses and frames.
Confirm: Lens category and frame width.
QC focus: Hinge quality, lens tint, and logo placement.
Trap: Skipping UV info — confirm lens protection with the seller.
Good for: Chains, rings and small accessories.
Confirm: Material (steel vs plated) and exact size.
QC focus: Clasp, plating evenness, and weight.
Trap: Assuming it's waterproof — plating wears; ask about care.
Good for: Caps, beanies and bucket hats.
Confirm: Adjustable vs fitted, and head circumference.
QC focus: Embroidery, brim shape, and closure.
Trap: Buying 'one size' when your head size sits at the edge — measure first.
Good for: Belts, socks, small goods and extras.
Confirm: Length/size and material.
QC focus: Buckle, edges, and print quality.
Trap: Forgetting these add weight to your parcel — group them into one order.
Good for: Sneakers, boots, loafers and flats — from daily trainers to limited hype drops.
Confirm: Exact EU/US size, colourway code, and whether the box + spare laces are included.
QC focus: Stitching around the logo, midsole paint, and the size tag inside the tongue.
Trap: China sizing often runs small — measure your foot and check the seller's chart before ordering.
Good for: Down, puffer, denim and technical shells — winter warmth to light rain layers.
Confirm: Fill power, length (hip vs knee), and whether it packs into its own pocket.
QC focus: Down leakage at seams, zipper brand, and the stitch density of the baffles.
Trap: A high 'down percentage' means little without fill power — 90% at 550FP traps less heat than 80% at 800FP.
Good for: Knit, cable, turtleneck and cardigans in wool, cotton and blends.
Confirm: Fiber composition, gauge (thickness), and whether it's pre-shrunk.
QC focus: Even cable pattern, no dropped stitches, and a clean neckline rib.
Trap: '100% cashmere' at fast-fashion prices is almost always a blend — real fibers feel warm without itching and don't pile after one wash.
Good for: Cotton, printed, oversized and performance tees — basics to graphic drops.
Confirm: Fabric weight (gsm), print method (screen vs DTG), and shrinkage rate.
QC focus: Print alignment, no ink cracks, and collar that doesn't curl after wash.
Trap: A '240gsm heavy tee' that feels thin is usually mislabeled — real heavyweight holds its shape and feels dense in the hand.
Good for: Sport, denim, cargo and swim shorts — from gym to beach.
Confirm: Inseam length, stretch percentage, and whether the liner is built in.
QC focus: Even hem, functional zippers, and pocket depth that won't eat your phone.
Trap: A 5-inch inseam reads very short on taller frames; check the measured length, not the style name, before ordering.
Field notes are general pointers, not guarantees — check the row notes and SilkRoadSupply's policy pages before you order.