Chris WalkerGarment Production for Fashion Start-ups: with Chris Walker based in Vietnam (Apparel Production in Vietnam)

The book is thoughtful, well written and extremely helpful to anyone interested in learning more about producing garments in Vietnam. We are a small family business with plans to eventually scale and this book has provided invaluable information. The personal stories scattered throughout the book were a nice addition. I highly recommend this book and we look forward to meeting Chris in Vietnam next month!

Entrepreneurs: If you are considering garment production in Vietnam, this should be your first book and handy reference guide. Whether you have experience in the garment industry or just a dream of a fashion-line, this book explains the nuts and bolts of garment manufacture in Vietnam. The book is written in a manner that answers the questions Chris had when he came to Vietnam 10 years ago. He learned on the job the hard way and is passing on his extensive knowledge to the reader. Additionally, the book provides culture and business tips to a travelers in Vietnam so they are able to put their best foot--or shirt-forward. Even if this book doesn't answer all of your questions, it gives you the questions YOU, the entrepreneur, should be asking.

this book is truly helpful. it gave us so much information in an accessible and organized way. chris walker is really knowledgable about every step of the process. after reading this we feel much more familiar with the different aspects of producing in vietnam and more confident about communicating with the vietnamese factories

This author provides a comprehensive look at the many things to consider when manufacturing your new dream apparel designs overseas. The process is far more complicated than you might think, and this information can save you months of wasted time and thousands of dollars in costly mistakes. The author roadmaps each step enabling the reader to avoid myriad potential pitfalls. He consolidates years of experience into the pages of this book which truly is a Guide to Producing Garments whether in Vietnam or China. Chris provides numerous weblinks to valuable resources and access to a team of industry professionals assist in sourcing factories. As an entrepreneur reinventing myself after retirement, I’ve found comfort in relying on the authors experience to light the path ahead as I start this new journey. The book reads like a “how to”. You will find it informative, not entertaining.

This book explained everything I needed to know in great detail! I love that it was direct, to th point and easy to follow/ exciting to read! The way the book is written makes it so easy and fun to read and also go back and refer to when you need it!! I strongly recommend it!!!!

I tried to do a lot of research online about sourcing and producing garments in Vietnam but nothing was nearly as informative as this book. If your planning to produce in Vietnam I would make sure to read this (if not twice as I have!).

This book is very easy to follow and very instructive for beginner to know about the vietnam Garment industry. It definitely helps you to know what you will need to do manufacturing in Vietnam as a beginner with insider knowledge. Highly recommended!

Very helpful!Actual and detailed. A lot of links and references.

Havent finish reading yet, but good so far.

Doesn't contain so much information

I am a social science researcher, and bought this book to assist my understanding of the garment industry in Vietnam from a buyer's perspective. I wasn't disappointed. The book contains lots of useful information and details, which will be invaluable to anybody considering getting garments made in the country.