Christmas is only about two weeks away, and year-end shipments are already in full swing. For many of our partners in Europe and the Americas, this period is not only the busiest sales season, but also the most challenging time for logistics. Vessel space is tight, air freight is heavily booked, and both sea and air freight rates are trending upward week by week. At RUNTONG & WAYEAH, we understand how critical on-time deliveries are for your shoe care and foot care assortments on the shelves.
As a specialized exporter with over 20 years in shoe care and foot care products, we are working closely with our long-term logistics partners to coordinate year-end capacity. Whether you are replenishing shoe polish, sneaker cleaners, retail insoles, or SEBS foot-care accessories, early planning can make a big difference in cost, lead time, and inventory stability. If you foresee any urgent demand during the Christmas period, this is the right moment to reach out to our sales team and discuss the most suitable shipping plan.
Why Early Orders Matter for Shoe Care and Insoles
When freight rates are rising and capacity is tightening, place-and-pray is never a safe strategy. For shoe care and insole ranges, which are closely tied to seasonal demand and retail promotions, early orders help you:
- Lock in more favorable sea freight or air freight options before further rate increases.
- Reserve container or air space during the peak shipping window.
- Avoid last-minute air express costs that eat into your margin.
- Keep shelves well-stocked with core shoe care and insole items when shoppers arrive.
As an OEM/ODM supplier serving supermarkets, brands, agents, and pharmacies, we see a clear pattern every year: partners who share their forecast early enjoy smoother deliveries and better logistics pricing. Even a rough estimate of your replenishment needs allows us to arrange production and shipping slots more efficiently and offer you tailored logistics solutions between sea, air, and combined modes.
Sea vs. Air: Choosing the Right Mode for Your Orders
Different product mixes and sales plans call for different logistics strategies. For example, base stock for shoe polish, creams, and universal insoles can usually be shipped by sea, as long as you plan far enough ahead. On the other hand, last-minute top-up orders for sneaker cleaners, high-value sports supports, or special insole collections for promotions may justify partial air shipments. The key is not to choose one mode only, but to design a flexible combination.
We often help partners break down their orders into segments: core replenishment for sea freight, and sensitive or high-margin items for air. This way, you avoid overpaying for air on every SKU while still enjoying the security of having key items arrive on time. If you share your target landing dates and promotion schedule with us, our team can provide practical suggestions based on our long-term export experience in shoe care, insoles, and sports supports.
Looking Beyond Christmas: Prepare Your Next Season
While Christmas is the immediate focus, forward-looking buyers are already thinking about the next season. Many partners take advantage of the post-holiday period—when freight rates often stabilize—to place trial orders for new insole models, refreshed shoe care packaging, or upgraded sports supports. This allows them to test new assortments in Q1–Q2 while enjoying more favorable logistics conditions.
If you are considering expanding your shoe care or sports support categories in 2026, now is a good time to start discussing OEM/ODM options, packaging designs, and target price ranges. contact us and you can easily reach our team, get product catalogs, and receive tailored proposals that fit your market positioning.
We wish you a successful year-end season, with smooth sailings and flights, and stable supply across all your shoe care and foot care ranges. Whenever you need support—from product selection to logistics planning—RUNTONG & WAYEAH is here to cooperate with you as a reliable OEM/ODM partner.
Post time: Dec-11-2025
