Uniforms · Karnataka
Shell & MOP Buttons for Mangaluru (Mangalore) Garment Factories
On the Karavali coast people already know shell from the beach, and a shell button is that idea at its most refined.
The Mangaluru trade at a glance
- Mostly makes
- Uniforms · Tailoring · Export shirts · Hospitality wear
- Buyer areas
- Mangaluru city, Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Manipal
- Trim demand peaks
- School-year start and festive tailoring season
Local note
Why natural shell buttons in Mangaluru
On the Karavali coast people already know shell from the beach, and a shell button is that idea at its most refined. Uniform makers and tailors in Mangaluru, Udupi and Manipal benefit from a button that does not melt under a hot iron.
We manufacture the buttons ourselves and dispatch to Mangaluru by courier or transport. We have no office in Mangaluru — orders are handled directly by phone, WhatsApp and email, with samples sent for approval before production.
Areas buyers order from
- Mangaluru city
- Dakshina Kannada
- Udupi
- Manipal
Where to start
Buttons we would suggest first for Mangaluru
| For | Size | Spec |
|---|---|---|
| School & hospitality shirts | 16L–18L | 4-hole white MOP |
| Blazers | 24L–28L | natural or white |
| Tailored shirts | 14L–18L | 2/4-hole |
Full range 14L–36L (about 9–23 mm), 2-hole and 4-hole, white MOP, natural cream and mixed shades. Always follow your buyer’s own specification — custom sizes on bulk orders.
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Read More →Questions from Mangaluru buyers
Will shell buttons survive daily pressing?
Yes — shell does not soften under a hot iron the way some plastics do.
Can tailors buy a mixed starter pack?
Retail packs are on our shop; ask about a wholesale assortment.
Do you offer samples before a bulk order?
Yes. Samples of your chosen size, hole type and shade are sent before production starts, so you can check them on your own fabric and machines.
What is the minimum order?
Stock sizes usually start at 500 to 1,000 pieces per size for wholesale pricing; the exact figure is confirmed in your quote. Retail packs are available on our online shop.
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Running a unit in Mangaluru?
Send size, hole type and quantity — or a photo of your sample button. We reply with price, samples and lead time.