International shoppers often face challenges when trying to purchase high-quality fashion items like Theory clothing from Chinese e-commerce platforms. This guide will explain how to use Loongbuy, a reliable Chinese forwarding service, to shop on 1688.com for authentic Theory products at wholesale prices.

Why Choose Loongbuy for Your 1688 Purchases?

Loongbuy is a professional reverse purchasing (or "fan he xiang") platform that solves three major pain points for international buyers:

• Enables purchases from platforms that don't accept foreign payment methods
• Provides quality inspection before international shipping
• Consolidates multiple purchases into single shipments to save on logistics

Getting Started with Loongbuy

Before shopping for Theory clothing, you'll need to:

1. Register an account at Loongbuy's official website
2. Verify your email address
3. Note your unique warehouse address for 1688 shipments

Finding Authentic Theory Products on 1688

When searching for Theory clothing on 1688 (Alibaba's domestic platform):

• Use Chinese keywords: "Theory 原单" (for authentic surplus)
• Look for store ratings above 4.8
• Check product reviews with images

For verified suppliers and exact product links, refer to our curated spreadsheet of Theory wholesale vendors.

The Ordering Process

Follow these steps after finding your desired Theory items:

Step 1	Open Loongbuy's purchase assistance page and paste the 1688 product URL
Step 2	Specify color, size and quantity requirements (include Measurement reference if unsure)
Step 3	Confirm the listed price and pay through Loongbuy's system
Step 4	Loongbuy's agents will purchase the items on your behalf

Warehouse Processing & Shipping

Typical timeline after ordering:

• 1688 seller ships to Loongbuy warehouse (2-5 days)
• Quality check performed (24-48 hours)
• Customer receives photos for approval
• International shipping methods selected (EMS,DHL, FedEx available)
• Consolidation with other purchases if applicable

Pro Tip:

Understanding Costs

The total expenses include:

1. Product cost on 1688 (typically 40-60% retail Theory prices)
2. Loongbuy service fee (around 8-10% of product value)
3. International shipping costs (calculated by weight or volume)
4. Potential customs duties (varies by country)

Even with all fees, bulk purchases of Theory basics like tailored pants or wool blazers often result in 30-50% savings compared to western retail.

Maximizing Your Shopping Experience

For best results when importing Theory clothing via Loongbuy:

• Order multiple items from the same supplier to save shipping costs
• Take advantage of discount seasons (China's 618 & Double 11 sales)
• Communicate sizing questions clearly - Chinese sizes run smaller
• Always purchase small quantities for testing before bulk orders

Check the spreadsheet

Customer Support

Loongbuy offers English customer service through:

• Live chat on their website
• Email support [email protected]
• WeChat assistance for real-time updates

Remember shipping times vary (typically 10-18 days to U.S.) depending on carrier and customs processing.