Warehouse Storage & Consolidation Guide for Winter Outerwear
Warehouse Basics for Premium Outerwear
Kakobuy's warehouse system allows international shoppers to store purchased items while continuing to shop. For winter jackets and premium outerwear, understanding storage limits and timing is essential for cost-effective shipping.
Storage Duration and Limits
Free storage lasts 90 days from item arrival. Premium outerwear like down jackets and wool coats requires careful timing—store summer purchases for October-November consolidation. Storage extensions are available but incur additional fees.
Spreadsheet Organization for Winter Outerwear
Create a dedicated spreadsheet column system tracking essential winter jacket data. This prevents item mismanagement during consolidation periods.
Essential Tracking Columns
- Item arrival date and 90-day deadline
- Jacket weight and dimensions
- Filling material (down, synthetic, wool)
- Special care requirements
- Purchase price and declared value
- Down-filled: Store uncompressed until shipping
- Leather/Shearling: Climate-controlled areas
- Technical fabrics: Avoid direct stacking pressure
- Fur components: Separate protective wrapping
- Confirm all ordered items arrived
- Verify sizing and color accuracy
- Check for storage-related damage
- Confirm consolidation packaging method
- Validate shipping address details
Consolidation Strategies for Bulk Outerwear
Winter outerwear consolidation requires strategic planning due to bulky nature and seasonal timing needs.
Timing Considerations
Coordinate multiple jacket arrivals within a 2-3 week window. This minimizes storage fees while allowing sufficient shopping time. Late September to early October consolidation ensures winter delivery.
Packaging Optimization
Request vacuum compression for down-filled items. This reduces shipping volume by up to 60% for multiple jackets. Remove retail packaging unless necessary for collector items.
Special Handling for Premium Materials
High-end winter outerwear requires specific warehouse attention to maintain quality during storage.
Material-Specific Protocols
Cost Calculation and Declaration
Consolidation savings become significant with multiple winter jackets. Calculate shipping costs based on actual weight post-compression.
Declaration Best Practices
Premium outerwear often requires higher declared values. Maintain spreadsheet records of actual purchase prices for accurate customs declarations. Group similar-value items in single shipments.
Quality Verification Before Shipping
Request warehouse photos before consolidation finalization. Verify winter jacket condition after storage period, checking for compression damage or moisture issues.