Business Details
42 Years
experience
Custom Clothing Manufacturing in Allentown, PA
Monalisa Fashions was established in 1984 by Nagib and Mona Najm, a husband-and-wife team driven by the American Dream. Over 41 years, we have grown into a full-service clothing manufacturer in Allentown, PA, offering development, production, and shipping capabilities under one roof. Our expertise spans contemporary knitwear, t-shirts, dresses, medical garments, and niche markets like organic lines and garment dye production. We provide tailored solutions, from cut-and-sew services to full-package production, supported by a network of trusted suppliers and pattern makers. Our commitment to quality, quick turnaround times, and competitive pricing ensures our clients' success. As a family-owned business, we prioritize collaboration, transparent communication, and continuous process improvements to deliver optimal manufacturing methods.Our team, led by CEO Mereille Ziade and COO Robert Ziade, combines decades of industry experience with technical innovation to meet the evolving needs of designers and brands. We take pride in producing high-quality garments in the USA, serving both domestic and international markets. Our integrated quality control system minimizes defects while maximizing efficiency, saving clients time and resources. With a legacy built on reliability and craftsmanship, we remain dedicated to advancing the art of American manufacturing.
Services
Cut & Sew Manufacturing
Pattern Development
Fabric Sourcing
Sample Production
Packaging & Labeling
Supply Chain Development
Prototyping
Fit Samples
Salesman Samples
Post-Production Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Over 41 years of U.S.-based clothing manufacturing expertise.
- Full-service development, production, and shipping under one roof.
- Tailored production packages to meet each client's specific needs.
- Family-owned business prioritizing collaboration and quality control.
- Extensive supplier network for cost-effective, reliable material sourcing.
Services
Cut & Sew Manufacturing
Our cut-and-sew services specialize in creating high-quality garments from knit and woven fabrics. We handle everything from small-batch orders to large-scale production runs, ensuring precision and consistency. Clients benefit from our in-house capabilities, which include block fusing, trimming, and 100% inspections to maintain rigorous quality standards.
Pattern Development
We develop custom patterns tailored to client specifications, ensuring accurate fit and design execution. Our team collaborates closely with designers to refine prototypes, offering expertise in marker printing and adjustments for optimal production efficiency and garment performance.
Fabric Sourcing
We source high-quality fabrics, labels, and trims at competitive prices through our trusted supplier network. This service streamlines production by ensuring access to reliable materials while meeting clients' budget and sustainability goals for their apparel lines.
Sample Production
We produce fit samples, sales samples, and prototypes to validate designs before full production. This process includes client collaboration and iterative adjustments, ensuring the final product meets exact specifications and market requirements.
Packaging & Labeling
Our packaging solutions include tagging, bagging, flat packing, and hanger assembly to prepare garments for retail or distribution. We also handle rework and alterations, ensuring finished products meet quality standards and client branding needs.
People
Mona Najm
Founder
Mona Najm co-founded Monalisa Fashions in 1984, leveraging her expertise in garment production to build a U.S.-based manufacturing legacy. She remains integral to the company's operations, ensuring quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction through hands-on leadership.
Nagib Najm
Founder
Nagib Najm, alongside his wife Mona, established Monalisa Fashions in 1984. His dedication to precision and innovation in clothing manufacturing has helped the company thrive for over four decades, adapting to industry challenges while maintaining U.S. production.
Mereille Ziade
CEO
Mereille Ziade, a Lehigh University Engineering graduate, leads Monalisa Fashions as CEO. She oversees client relations, sample production, and business strategy, blending technical expertise with a passion for fashion to drive the company's vision and growth.
Robert Ziade
COO
Robert Ziade, Monalisa's COO, brings a tech-industry background to streamline operations and business development. His focus on efficiency and design innovation supports the company's mission to deliver high-quality, U.S.-made apparel solutions.
Questions
What types of garments does Monalisa Fashions produce?
We manufacture a wide range, including t-shirts, dresses, activewear, medical garments, maternity clothing, and accessories like scarves and blankets, using both knit and woven fabrics.
Do you offer full-package production services?
While primarily a CMT contractor, we tailor packages to client needs, offering options from product development to full-package production, including fabric sourcing and logistics.
How does Monalisa Fashions ensure product quality?
Our integrated quality control process includes 100% inspections, defect minimization, and continuous process improvements, ensuring high standards from cutting to final packaging.
Can you assist with fabric and material sourcing?
Yes, we leverage an extensive network of suppliers to source fabrics, labels, trims, and other materials at competitive prices while maintaining quality and reliability.
What is your production lead time?
Lead times vary by project scope, but we prioritize quick turnaround while maintaining U.S.-based production efficiency and client communication throughout the process.
