Explore print, embroidery, wash, knit and construction details for your next apparel brief. These are options to discuss; the suitable process, factory route, sample and price are confirmed against your fabric and artwork.
01
Print & AOP
Choose the surface effect, artwork and hand feel first. The print route is then assessed against fabric, colours, repeat size, quantity and sampling.
Pigment print
Plastisol print
Rubber-effect print
Puff print
High-density print
Flock print
Glitter print
Gel / gloss effect
Discharge print
Heat-transfer print
Digital print
All-over print (AOP)
For your brief For AOP, provide the repeat dimensions, direction, colours and fabric width. Flat-screen, rotary-screen or digital fabric printing may suit different briefs; they are production routes rather than separate garment types.
02
Embroidery & appliqué
Develop texture and placement around the garment, fabric and intended customer.
Flat embroidery
Chenille / towel embroidery
Appliqué
Raised embroidery
Sequin embellishment
For your brief Share artwork size, placement, thread colours, backing and the required wash appearance. Attachment and comfort are reviewed at sampling; age suitability matters for childrenswear.
03
Wash & fabric feel
Agree the shade, surface and handle with a physical reference before bulk.
Rinse / normal wash
Enzyme wash
Stonewash effect
Tinting / overdye
Brushed finish
Peached / sueded handle
Soft-hand finish
For your brief Denim wash development and knit fabric finishing require different routes. Confirm shade consistency, shrinkage, fabric strength and wash appearance against an approved sample.
04
Sweater & knit design
Define the weight, yarn, structure and seasonal use together.
Lightweight fine-gauge knit
Heavier / chunky-gauge knit
Plain knit
Rib structure
Cable knit
Jacquard
Intarsia
Cardigan construction
For your brief Send yarn composition, target gauge or reference weight, stitch pattern, size chart and colour layout. Assess pilling, dimensional stability, hand feel and fit during development.
05
Shape, fit & neckline
Start with the silhouette your customer needs, then agree the fit block.
Regular / fitted / relaxed fit
A-line silhouette
Straight hem
Crew / round neck
V-neck
Mock neck
Turtleneck
Boat neck
Mandarin collar
For your brief A neckline or silhouette change can affect the pattern, fabric consumption, fit and price. A reference photo or tech pack helps define the intended result.
06
Sleeves, shoulders & pockets
Use construction details to support comfort, appearance and function.
Sleeveless / cap sleeve
Short / three-quarter / long sleeve
Set-in shoulder
Drop shoulder
Raglan sleeve
Kangaroo pocket
Patch pocket
Flap pocket
Concealed pocket
Welt pocket
For your brief Specify sleeve and shoulder measurements, pocket size, placement, closure and construction. Confirm any functional or safety requirements for the intended wearer.
Choose your base styles, then add preferred necklines, sleeves, pockets, artwork effects, knit structure and finish in the optional enquiry details. Include a reference or tech pack when you contact the team.
