Quince

Quince, fashion and home goods with a direct-from-factory model

Quince is an e-commerce brand that sells clothing, accessories, jewelry, beauty items, and home products. Its approach is built around a direct-from-factory sales model, without intermediaries in the traditional supply chain, which according to the company itself allows it to offer materials considered luxurious at lower prices than those of conventional luxury brands.

The company states that its catalog is aimed at men, women, children, and babies, and includes categories such as travel, bags and accessories, jewelry, beauty and wellness, and gifts. The store operates with free shipping and returns for 365 days, according to the information published on its site.

Materials and featured products

Among the materials the company highlights are Mongolian cashmere, Italian leather, Turkish cotton, European linen, washable silk, alpaca wool, and recycled polyester. The catalog includes cashmere knitwear, sweaters, skirts, dresses, coats, pants, T-shirts, swimwear, underwear, activewear, and outerwear such as puffer jackets and jackets.

In the home section, the offering includes European linen and bamboo bedding, rugs, furniture, kitchen and tabletop items, bath items, and decor. It also sells bags, sunglasses, jewelry, and beauty and wellness products.

Pricing model and supply chain

The company explains that it keeps prices low by avoiding the costs of the traditional supply chain, which includes sourcing agents, warehousing, wholesale, distribution, and physical stores. According to the breakdown it publishes, the total cost of a product may include materials, manufacturing, packaging, freight and handling, credit card fees, and tariffs, taxes, and duties.

Quince states that it only works with factories that meet or exceed global labor safety and fair wage standards, and that its network of partner factories applies responsible production practices aimed at reducing water, energy, and hazardous chemical consumption.

Sustainability and manufacturing practices

The company notes that, whenever possible, it uses eco-friendly dyes and materials, such as cashmere, alpaca wool, organic cotton, organic linen, and 100% recycled polyester. It states that it reduces its carbon emissions by shipping directly from manufacturers and that it uses minimal packaging, with compostable bags and recycled plastic mailers.

The company presents itself as the opposite of disposable fast fashion and states that it designs with a classic, timeless aesthetic, with products made to last. It also states that it is working to completely eliminate the use of virgin plastics, with 100% compostable packaging and recycled mailers.

Wholesale and business solutions

Quince has a business line aimed at companies that includes corporate solutions, corporate gifting, interior design, white label, branded storefronts, uniforms, and services for the hospitality sector. This division is presented as Quince Business.

Presence and operation

The store operates primarily in the United States, with prices in US dollars, and offers the option to change country. The company publishes educational content about its materials, such as guides on cashmere, cookware, leather, silk, bedding, and luggage.