Capsule Adjustable Kids' Mannequin in Tencel with Lace Inset
Source:Adjustable Kids' Mannequin /
Time:2026-09-29
Capsule Adjustable Kids' Mannequin in Tencel with Lace Inset
A Military Supply Unit approached us to develop a capsule adjustable kids' mannequin around a single idea: lace inset, executed in tencel. The capsule was destined for South Africa and needed capsule 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
- Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
What we specified
| Product | Capsule Adjustable Kids' Mannequin |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Military Supply Unit |
| Market | South Africa |
| Order volume | 120 pieces across 5 colourways |
| Base material | Tencel |
| Signature detail | Lace Inset |
| Size range | XS-XL |
| Sampling rounds | 3 |
| Delivery window | 12 weeks from PO to ex-factory |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
How it was built
- Reference garments and moodboards were translated into a measurement spec, not just photos.
- Tencel 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.
- Lace Inset 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
- 120 pieces delivered inside the 12-week window.
- Unit cost held within 1.5% of the approved quotation.
- The a Military Supply Unit 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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