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After testing Dear-Lover for 18+ months as a boutique supplier, here’s my brutally honest 2025 review. Low MOQ, 30+ new styles daily, plus-size inclusive, and dropshipping support – but are there hidden drawbacks? Full breakdown inside.
Dear-Lover Reviews 2025 – My 18-Month Real-World Experience as a Boutique Owner
If you run an online boutique, dropshipping store, or brick-and-mortar shop, you’ve almost certainly heard the name Dear-Lover thrown around in Facebook groups and wholesale forums.
Since 2007 (operating as Quanzhou Shiying Clothes Co., Ltd.), Dear-Lover has grown into one of the biggest China-based wholesale women’s clothing platforms on the planet. They release 30+ brand-new styles every single day, offer true factory-direct pricing, and have a 4.9/5 Trustpilot rating from hundreds of verified boutique owners.
I’ve been ordering from them consistently since early 2024 (mix of wholesale packs and dropshipping), so here’s my updated, no-fluff Dear-Lover review for 2025.
What Exactly Is Dear-Lover?
Dear-Lover is a manufacturer + wholesaler that specializes in trendy women’s fashion. Their catalog is massive:
- Dresses, tops, bodysuits, rompers
- Activewear, swimwear, lingerie
- Plus-size collection (up to 4XL)
- Outerwear, loungewear, clubwear, and more
Because they own their factories and work directly with 650+ fabric suppliers, they cut out middlemen and pass the savings on. That’s why you’ll frequently see the phrase “factory-direct prices” on their site – and it’s actually true.
The Biggest Reasons Boutique Owners Love Dear-Lover in 2025
- No (or Extremely Low) Minimum Order Quantity Most items have zero MOQ or a 1–3 piece minimum. Perfect for testing new trends without risking thousands of dollars.
- Open-Pack Wholesale System Unlike suppliers that force you into pre-packed dozens, you can mix sizes, colors, and even completely different SKUs in one order.
- Full Dropshipping Support They store, pack, and ship directly to your customer. No inventory headaches. Many sellers use them with Shopify, WooCommerce, and even TikTok Shop.
- Private Label & Customization Options Want your own brand tags or hangtags? They’ll do small runs (usually 50–100 pieces per style) without insane minimums.
- 30+ Fresh Styles Dropped Daily Their design team keeps pace with global fast-fashion trends. If something blows up on TikTok or Instagram Reels, chances are Dear-Lover has it (or a version of it) within days.
- Strong Plus-Size Offering Real plus-size styles up to 4XL – not just extended regular sizes. A huge selling point for inclusive boutiques.
- Reliable Quality Control After hundreds of units, I’ve had very few defects. Fabric feels good, stitching is clean, and sizing is surprisingly consistent for overseas wholesale.
Pricing & Shipping Reality Check (2025 Update)
- Wholesale prices typically range from $4–$18 per piece depending on style and complexity.
- Shipping: Yes, it’s from China. Expect 8–20 days via ePacket/air or 35–60 days by sea for bulk. They work with DHL, FedEx, and UPS if you need it faster (at a cost).
- Customs & duties: Factor these in if you’re in the US, EU, UK, or Australia.
The Few Drawbacks You Need to Know
No supplier is perfect. Here are the honest cons I’ve experienced:
- Shipping Times – If you’re used to US-based wholesalers, the wait can feel long (especially during peak seasons or Chinese holidays).
- Occasional Sizing Inconsistencies – About 1 in 20 styles runs slightly smaller or larger than advertised. Always order samples first.
- Photo vs Reality – Some product photos are heavily edited or use professional models. Real-life fit can differ slightly (again – samples solve this).
- Customer Service Response Time – Usually fast, but during CNY or big sales events, replies can take 24–48 hours.
Dear-Lover vs Competitors (Alibaba, FashionGo, Shein Wholesale, CC Wholesale, etc.)
Feature | Dear-Lover | Shein Wholesale | FashionGo | Alibaba Suppliers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Daily new arrivals | 30+ | 100+ | Weekly | Varies |
True low/no MOQ | Yes | Sometimes | Higher | Usually 100+ pcs |
Dropshipping support | Yes | Limited | No | Rarely |
Plus-size up to 4XL | Yes | Yes | Limited | Varies |
Private label (small run) | Yes (50–100 pcs) | No | Yes | Yes (high MOQ) |
Trustpilot rating | 4.9/5 | Mixed | N/A | Varies |
Final Verdict – Is Dear-Lover Still Worth It in 2025?
Yes – especially if you are:
- A small or growing boutique that can’t afford huge MOQs
- A dropshipper wanting fresh, trendy inventory without stocking it yourself
- An inclusive brand needing reliable plus-size options
- Someone wanting to launch their own private-label line on a budget
If you need 3–5 day domestic shipping or exclusively made-in-USA clothing, then no – Dear-Lover isn’t for you.
But for 95% of online fashion retailers in 2025? Dear-Lover remains one of the smartest, most flexible, and highest-value wholesale platforms available.
Ready to Try Dear-Lover?
Head over to https://www.dear-lover.com and create a free wholesale account. My tip: order 5–10 sample pieces first (they’re cheap) to test sizing and quality for your specific audience.
Have you ordered from Dear-Lover before? Drop your experience in the comments – I read every single one!
Founder & Editor-in-chief at Daisi Jo Reviews
Daisi is the Founder and Editor-in-chief of Daisi Jo Reviews, a blog dedicated to sharing honest product reviews and provides practical beauty and fashion solutions that truly work to help busy, independent women feel their most authentic, confident selves – cutting through the hype to recommend only what will make the biggest impact.
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