Bohemian Ribbed Top in Washed Linen with Hand-Finished Hem
Source:Casual 3/4 Sleeve Pullover Top /
Time:2026-09-29
Bohemian Ribbed Top in Washed Linen with Hand-Finished Hem
A Government Agency approached us to develop a bohemian ribbed top around a single idea: hand-finished hem, executed in washed linen. The capsule was destined for Saudi Arabia and needed bohemian 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
- Fabric hand feel changed between production runs
- Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point
What we specified
| Product | Bohemian Ribbed Top |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Government Agency |
| Market | Saudi Arabia |
| Order volume | 2,400 pieces across 2 colourways |
| Base material | Washed Linen |
| Signature detail | Hand-Finished Hem |
| Size range | Custom grading |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| Delivery window | 12 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.
- Washed Linen was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The ribbed top was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Hand-Finished Hem 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 12-week window.
- Unit cost held within 1.5% of the approved quotation.
- The a Government Agency 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.
