Romantic Bikini in Tencel with Gathered Sleeves
Source:Bodycon Dress /
Time:2026-09-29
Romantic Bikini in Tencel with Gathered Sleeves
A Construction Firm approached us to develop a romantic bikini around a single idea: gathered sleeves, executed in tencel. The capsule was destined for Sweden and needed romantic 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
- The sample did not match the runway reference
What we specified
| Product | Romantic Bikini |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Construction Firm |
| Market | Sweden |
| Order volume | 120 pieces across 4 colourways |
| Base material | Tencel |
| Signature detail | Gathered Sleeves |
| Size range | XS-XL |
| Sampling rounds | 2 |
| 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.
- Tencel was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The bikini was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Gathered Sleeves 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 6-week window.
- Unit cost held within 3.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a Construction Firm 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?
Tell us the quantity, target price and delivery window, and we will build a customisation programme around those three numbers.
