Minimalist Adjustable Kids' Mannequin in boucle with Fringe Trim
Minimalist Adjustable Kids' Mannequin in boucle with Fringe Trim
An Influencer-Led Brand approached us to develop a minimalist adjustable kids' mannequin around a single idea: fringe trim, executed in boucle. The capsule was destined for Portugal and needed minimalist finishing that reads designer on the rail while staying repeatable in bulk. This case study records the brief, the specification and the delivery.
The challenge
- The previous factory could not hold consistency across sizes
- Delivery missed the collection launch window
- The sample did not match the runway reference

What we specified
| Product | Minimalist Adjustable Kids' Mannequin |
|---|---|
| Client type | An Influencer-Led Brand |
| Market | Portugal |
| Order volume | 2,400 pieces across 2 colourways |
| Base material | boucle |
| Signature detail | Fringe Trim |
| Size range | Custom grading |
| Sampling rounds | 3 |
| Delivery window | 6 weeks from PO to ex-factory |
| Compliance | GOTS |
How it was built
- Reference garments and moodboards were translated into a measurement spec, not just photos.
- boucle was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The adjustable kids' mannequin was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Fringe Trim was applied in a controlled process to keep every piece consistent.
- Bulk ran with in-line inspection; a photo report was shared before shipment.

Result
- 2,400 pieces delivered inside the 6-week window.
- Unit cost held within 2.0% of the approved quotation.
- The an Influencer-Led Brand launched on schedule and reordered the same specification next season.
What we would repeat
Keep one process owner on both sides. Most delays come from hand-offs, not machines.

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