Online shopping has become increasingly convenient, but some brands—especially boutique labels like Maison Kitsuné—can be harder to source directly from China. That’s where Mulebuy, a China-based forwarding and procurement platform, comes in. This article will guide you through using Mulebuy to purchase Maison Kitsuné products from 1688.com, Alibaba’s wholesale marketplace.
Unlike traditional overseas shopping services, Mulebuy tailors its platform to help international buyers navigate Chinese wholesale sites with ease. Key features include:
1688 is a wholesale platform with lower prices but requires a Chinese phone number for registration. Search "Maison Kitsuné" (狐狸之家 in Chinese) using keywords like "Maison Kitsuné jacket""Kitsuné sweater wholesale".
For a curated list of verified sellers, check this product spreadsheet guide, which includes item codes, pricing, and seller ratings.
Create a Mulebuy account, then paste 1688 product links into their order form. Specify size/color quantities in the remarks. Pro tip: Use their Google Translate integration
Mulebuy calculates fees in two stages:
They support PayPal and credit cards, avoiding China’s native payment barriers.
Typical delivery takes 10–18 days, including:
Many 1688 suppliers manufacture overruns or "original factory"
Note: Mulebuy isn’t limited to 1688—it also supports Taobao, Tmall, and Douyin purchases. Their spreadsheet resource