Who's who ltd

About Who's who ltd

UK Knitwear and Jersey Manufacturer | Established in 1978, In-House Production and Flexible Low-MOQ Manufacturing

Who's Who Ltd is a specialist knitwear and jersey manufacturer based in Leicestershire, England. Established in 1978, the company has over 40 years of experience supplying fashion brands, major high-street retailers, e-commerce businesses, and mail-order companies across the UK and Europe.

One of the company's key strengths is its vertically integrated manufacturing operation. Design, material sourcing, sample development, knitting, sewing, steaming, and finishing are all handled in-house at its Leicestershire facility. In addition to its UK factory, Who's Who Ltd works with manufacturing partners in Romania and Turkey, enabling flexible production arrangements to meet different customer requirements and order volumes.

Its in-house design team develops fashion-forward products and works closely with clients to create styles tailored to their brands. Yarns and fabrics are sourced from the UK and international markets. The company operates advanced Stoll knitting machinery, primarily supporting 3, 5, 7, 10, and 12 gauges, with additional gauges available as required.

Who’s Who Ltd offers a wide range of knitting techniques, including jacquard, intarsia, cable, pointelle, and crochet. Its particular areas of expertise include intarsia, shaping, and fashioning, allowing it to produce a variety of structures, patterns, and detailed knitwear designs.

The company can work from clients' designs and technical packs, as well as support product development from the initial concept stage. Its services cover everything from design proposals and sampling to bulk production. Flexible MOQs make it suitable for small and medium-sized production runs, while its integrated facilities support efficient turnaround times. Standard lead times are approximately 4–6 weeks, with repeat orders often completed faster.

Quality control is incorporated throughout the manufacturing process, with trained technicians overseeing production and inspection. The company is a SEDEX member and undergoes regular SMETA audits, demonstrating its commitment to responsible and ethical trading practices, workplace safety, and appropriate labor standards. Additional safety measures include broken-needle procedures and metal detection.

With its combination of in-house design expertise, advanced knitting technology, integrated production, and flexible manufacturing options, Who's Who Ltd serves as a production partner for fashion brands seeking quality knitwear and jersey products for the UK and international markets. The company also emphasizes the development of more sustainable and environmentally conscious products.

Main Products and Capabilities

- Knitwear and jersey garments
- Fashion knitwear and sweaters
- Jacquard, intarsia, and cable knitting
- Pointelle and crochet techniques
- Shaping and fashioning
- Design and material sourcing
- Sample development
- In-house knitting, sewing, steaming, and finishing
- Small- and medium-sized production runs
- OEM manufacturing and design-led ODM services

Manufacturing and Lead Times

- Established: 1978
- Main manufacturing facility: Leicestershire, United Kingdom
- Manufacturing partners: Romania and Turkey
- Available gauges: 3, 5, 7, 10, and 12 gauge (other gauges available upon request)
- Standard lead time: Approximately 4–6 weeks
- Repeat orders: Often available with shorter lead times
- Quality and ethical standards: SEDEX membership and regular SMETA audits