Elevated Blue Down Jacket in Washed Linen with Open Back
Source:Blue Down Jacket /
Time:2026-09-29
Elevated Blue Down Jacket in Washed Linen with Open Back
A Brewery and Taproom approached us to develop a elevated blue down jacket around a single idea: open back, executed in washed linen. The capsule was destined for Italy and needed elevated 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
- Delivery missed the collection launch window
- The sample did not match the runway reference
- Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point
What we specified
| Product | Elevated Blue Down Jacket |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Brewery and Taproom |
| Market | Italy |
| Order volume | 120 pieces across 2 colourways |
| Base material | Washed Linen |
| Signature detail | Open Back |
| Size range | Custom grading |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| Delivery window | 8 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.
- Washed Linen was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The blue down jacket was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Open Back 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 8-week window.
- Unit cost held within 1.5% of the approved quotation.
- The a Brewery and Taproom 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.
Planning a similar capsule?
Send us your tech pack or even a rough sketch — we will come back with fabric options, a costed sample plan and a realistic production calendar.
