garment sample development process for apparel manufacturing and clothing production

Sampling + Production

Bringing Your Designs to Life

Your Vision. Our Production Expertise.

From factory introductions to hands-on sample management, we help bridge the gap between design and production. Whether you need sourcing guidance, sample oversight, or full-service development support, we have the experience, relationships, and tools to get your product ready for market.

Manufacture Network Access

You need the right factory before anything else. We connect you directly with vetted manufacturing partners we've built relationships with over 15 years - many facilities we've visited in person and worked with firsthand. This is a warm introduction, not a directory. Ideal for brands ready to manage development independently once the right partner is in place.

$1,500

Sourcing + Sampling Consultant

For brands who want senior-level guidance through development while staying hands-on day to day. We help identify and vet the right factory, review pricing and MOQs, guide sampling strategy, provide technical feedback, and support revisions throughout the process. You stay in the driver's seat and manage communications with the manufacturer - we make sure you're making the right calls.

$2,500 monthly retainer

Full-Service Development Support

We manage the entire development process so you can stay focused on your brand. From factory sourcing and material coordination to sample management, technical revisions, production guidance, quality control oversight, and shipping coordination - we handle it start to finish. One point of contact, senior oversight throughout, and a team behind us when the work demands it.

$5,000+ monthly retainer

About the Sampling Process

Sampling is a critical part of bringing your product to life and it requires time, flexibility, and a commitment to the process. On average, it takes a minimum of three rounds of sampling to finalize a product for production.

The full process can take anywhere from 3 months to over a year, depending on factors like the number of products, complexity of design edits, manufacturer location, client feedback turnaround, and budget.

We encourage clients to come prepared for:

  • Ongoing communication and decision-making

  • Manufacturer challenges that may arise (and that we’ll help resolve)

  • Regular review meetings and approvals at key stages

Manufacturing isn’t easy, there are inevitable challenges, but with our experience and guidance, we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible for every client.

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