Step 2: make the sample
Inevitable but vital in the development of a clothing line, sampling is another one of the services we offer often preceded by pattern creation. The quality of sampling is as important as getting your patterns right as it affects not only your revenue and attraction for potential buyers but the whole manufacturing process. Low-quality samples will compromise on the quality of the entire production whilst high standard samples enable you to set the standard for the future mass manufacturing process.
When quoting sample prices, we always include high-end finishings as standard to ensure your end product is the best quality to impress you, your buyers and to be followed by the future manufacturing team.
Samples* made from patterns** created by us:
- Made in accordance with the pattern and any changes applied during the toile fitting
- 'Shell' garment fitting may be required (depending on the type of garment we are making) and we will inform you of this in advance so you can arrange the time and date convenient to you and/or your fit model
- Your garment is ready to wear, shoot, present to stores, send to mass manufacturers to follow the quality or any other purposes you had it made for
* We do not keep stock of ready-made samples for you to choose designs from. Each and every sample is made to order from your designs.
Samples made from your patterns on a CMT basis (cut, make, trim)
Often used if you already have your patterns the fit of which you are satisfied with but need a garment made to high standards.
- We revise the existing pattern and assess your requirements for changes if any. Note that changes are subject to additional fees if you need your patterns to be altered.
- We cut and made the sample in accordance with your tech pack requirements. If you are not sure what type of finishing works best for your garment, feel free to ask and we will advise you on all options available.
Made to order garment
Who is this service for?
For small and/or independent brands who do not want to keep excess stock of pre-manufactured garments but prefer to manufacture after they have received an order from their client.
Example: you are already selling your garments via an e-commerce site. You have sold a garment, received funds from the client, noted the size and style of the garment you need to ship to your client. You place an order for this garment with us and we will work around your deadline so your client receives the garment in a timely manner.
Note: you will need to arrange delivery to your customer yourself.