Sampling Kit: Bring Your Designs to Life With Seamless Sampling & Production
The Sampling Kit, your comprehensive solution for transforming your design concepts into fully realized apparel collections. Designed for fashion entrepreneurs and designers seeking to bring their vision to market, our Sampling Kit provides end-to-end support throughout the sampling and production process.
Loungewear
If you've ever dreamt of creating cozy and fashionable loungewear that people can't wait to slip into, you've come to the right place..
Whether you want to create chic pajama sets, luxurious robes, or trendy athleisure wear, we've got the expertise and resources to make it happen. Don't wait any longer – let's start crafting your dream loungewear collection today!
Swimwear
Our process begins by understanding your vision and gathering inspiration. We encourage clients to share their beginner sketches, mood boards, and reference images to provide a foundation for our collaboration. These initial ideas act as a starting point for our experienced fashion designers, who will work closely with you to refine and develop your concepts.
Ready To Wear
Are you ready to bring your fashion vision to life?
Let's turn your fashion dreams into a tangible and marketable reality. Join us on this exciting journey to develop your Ready to Wear line and make a lasting impact in the fashion world. Together, we'll create a collection that leaves a lasting impression and sets you apart in the industry.
With the ApparelKit Sampling Kit, you'll benefit from a range of services tailored to meet your specific needs. Let's explore what our Sampling Kit has to offer:
A Collaborative Journey from Design to Production
Our Sampling Kit provides a dedicated project manager who will guide you through each step of the production process, ensuring a seamless and successful experience. From fabric sourcing to sample development and production setup, our expert team will be by your side, offering valuable insights, expertise, and industry connections.
Dedicated Project Manager:
Your dedicated project manager will act as your primary point of contact, overseeing the entire production process. They will onboard the ideal manufacturer based on your product category, pricing preferences, quality standards, and location. With their expertise, they will negotiate prices, manage timelines, and communicate design and fit revisions to ensure your vision is translated accurately.
Fabric Sourcing:
Our team of experts will assist you in selecting the perfect fabrics for your collection. Utilizing your design direction and tech packs, we will source 1-2 fabric swatch options per fabric type, considering factors such as minimum order quantities (MOQ), availability, and your preferences. We will send fabric swatches directly to your chosen address for review, and one revision per fabric type is included. We'll manage fabric orders and oversee custom fabric development if needed, ensuring high-quality materials that align with your vision.
Pattern & Sample Development:
Included in our Sampling Kit is pattern development and sample development for one style. Our skilled pattern makers will create precise patterns based on your design specifications, and our experienced sample makers will bring those patterns to life, crafting a high-quality sample that showcases the craftsmanship of your garments. Additional styles can be accommodated at an additional cost based on materials and cut & sew labor.
Fitting:
We understand the importance of achieving the perfect fit for your garments. Our team will review photos and videos of the first prototype before it ships, providing initial feedback. We'll then host a virtual fitting session where we review design details, quality, and fit. Fit notes will be recorded, and one round of design revisions and one round of tech pack revisions are included based on the product review and fit session. We'll pass on the updates to the manufacturer to finalize the next sample, ensuring your garments meet your exact specifications.
Production:
As you near the final stages of the production process, our team will review the final samples and assist with the approval process for production. We'll manage the design and layout for final labels and logos, as well as assist with packaging and hangtag design and placement. Additionally, we'll provide recommendations for unit breakout, inventory purchase order, fulfillment centers, and even connect you with resources for marketing and selling your products, such as web developers, photographers, models, studio spaces, and social media experts.
At ApparelKit, we are committed to providing a seamless and efficient sampling and production experience. Our Sampling Kit empowers you to focus on your creative vision while we handle the intricate details, ensuring that your apparel collections are brought to life with precision and professionalism.
At ApparelKit, we have strategically established our manufacturing capacity locally and abroad, taking advantage of its numerous benefits. Our company boasts a robust manufacturing infrastructure, bolstered by an extensive network of material suppliers and cutting-edge technology. We have access to state-of-the-art factories, to ensure top-notch production capabilities. Our skilled labor force and professional administration enable us to excel in the fashion industry. From fabric research and development to garment construction and styling, we have in-house experts well-versed in the latest technology and trends. At ApparelKit, we are committed to delivering exceptional manufacturing solutions for your apparel collections.
FAQ's - The Sampling Kit
Here are some commonly asked questions about our ApparelKit Sampling Kit. If you have any additional queries, please feel free to reach out to our team for further assistance. 1. What is The Sampling Kit? The Sampling Kit is a comprehensive service offered by ApparelKit that assists you in the sampling and production phase of your apparel collection. It provides dedicated project management, fabric sourcing, pattern and sample development, fitting, production set-up, and more. 2. What is the timeline for The Sampling Kit? The Sampling Kit typically has a timeline of 3 months, which includes various stages of development, from fabric sourcing to final production set-up. 3. What does the Dedicated Project Manager do? The Dedicated Project Manager plays a crucial role in The Sampling Kit. They onboard the ideal manufacturer based on your product category, negotiate prices and timelines, communicate design details, oversee fabric orders, manage fitting sessions, and ensure that the project progresses smoothly. 4. How does fabric sourcing work with The Sampling Kit? Our team uses your design direction and tech packs to source 1-2 fabric swatch options per fabric type. We consider your preferred minimum order quantity (MOQ), availability, and ship fabric swatches for your review. We also manage fabric selection and negotiate prices, quantities, and timelines. 5. Are fabric swatch costs included in The Sampling Kit? Yes, all fabric swatch costs are included within The Sampling Kit quote. However, please note that once fabric is approved, the cost of the fabric yardage needed for sample development will be an additional cost based on yardage amount, weight, and shipping location. 6. What is included in the Pattern and Sample Development? The Sampling Kit includes pattern development for one style and sample development for one style. Additional styles will be billed separately based on materials and cut & sew labor. 7. How does the fitting process work? The fitting process involves reviewing photos and videos of the first prototype before shipping and providing initial feedback. We also conduct a virtual fitting session to review design details, quality, and fit. Fit notes are recorded, and one round of design and tech pack revisions is included based on the product review and fit session. 8. What assistance is provided during the production phase? During the production phase, we review final samples, assist with the approval process, manage the design and layout of labels and logos, provide guidance on packaging and hangtag design, and assist with the final inventory purchase order (PO) and recommendations for fulfillment centers. 9. Can ApparelKit help with marketing and selling my products? Yes! As part of The Sampling Kit, we provide contacts, connections, and resources for marketing and selling your products. This includes recommendations for web developers, photographers, models, studio spaces, social media experts, and more. 10. How can I get started with The Sampling Kit? To get started with The Sampling Kit or to learn more about our services, please contact our support team at hello@apparelkit.com or through our website's live chat feature. We will be happy to assist you and guide you through the process. If you have any further questions or need additional information, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to make your apparel development journey a success with The Sampling Kit from ApparelKit!