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Matias Santos, Founder
Source Fashion London is Europe's biggest fashion sourcing trade show, and for large retail buyers, it does its job. But if you're an independent clothing brand founder trying to find verified Portuguese manufacturers, go direct, and move fast, the trade show model is the wrong tool. This post breaks down exactly what Source Fashion offers, who it's actually built for, and why platforms like NovaSupplier are replacing it for the founders who care about speed, relationships, and margins.
Apr 27, 2026
Matias Santos, Founder
If you've been trying to find a manufacturer in Portugal, you already know the problem. The good factories don't come up on Google. Trade directories lead nowhere. And every time you ask someone for help, they point you to a sourcing agent who charges 10–15% on every order, forever. This guide covers why Portugal is worth the effort, why finding manufacturers there is harder than it should be, and the specific methods that actually work, without going through an intermediary.
Apr 22, 2026