Chic Chunky Sneaker in Tulle with Mother-of-Pearl Buttons
Source:Casual Plus Size Dresses /
Time:2026-09-29
Chic Chunky Sneaker in Tulle with Mother-of-Pearl Buttons
A Private Clinic approached us to develop a chic chunky sneaker around a single idea: mother-of-pearl buttons, executed in tulle. The capsule was destined for Japan and needed chic 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
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
- The previous factory could not hold consistency across sizes
- Delivery missed the collection launch window
What we specified
| Product | Chic Chunky Sneaker |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Private Clinic |
| Market | Japan |
| Order volume | 240 pieces across 4 colourways |
| Base material | Tulle |
| Signature detail | Mother-of-Pearl Buttons |
| Size range | XS-3XL |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| Delivery window | 6 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.
- Tulle was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The chunky sneaker was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Mother-of-Pearl Buttons 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
- 240 pieces delivered inside the 6-week window.
- Unit cost held within 3.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a Private Clinic launched on schedule and reordered the same specification next season.
What we would repeat
Approve the hand feel on the actual bulk fabric — proto cloth always behaves differently.
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.
