Effortless Carhartt Beanie in Ribbed Jersey with Chunky Chain Strap
Source:Carhartt Beanie /
Time:2026-09-29
Effortless Carhartt Beanie in Ribbed Jersey with Chunky Chain Strap
A Cycling Team approached us to develop a effortless carhartt beanie around a single idea: chunky chain strap, executed in ribbed jersey. The capsule was destined for Italy and needed effortless 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
- Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point
- Delivery missed the collection launch window
- The sample did not match the runway reference
What we specified
| Product | Effortless Carhartt Beanie |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Cycling Team |
| Market | Italy |
| Order volume | 1,500 pieces across 2 colourways |
| Base material | Ribbed Jersey |
| Signature detail | Chunky Chain Strap |
| Size range | XS-3XL |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| Delivery window | 6 weeks from PO to ex-factory |
| Compliance | BSCI |
How it was built
- Reference garments and moodboards were translated into a measurement spec, not just photos.
- Ribbed Jersey was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The carhartt beanie was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Chunky Chain Strap 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
- 1,500 pieces delivered inside the 6-week window.
- Unit cost held within 1.5% of the approved quotation.
- The a Cycling Team 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.
