Minimalist Straight-Leg Jean in Satin with Hand-Finished Hem
Source:Casual Plus Size Dresses /
Time:2026-09-29
Minimalist Straight-Leg Jean in Satin with Hand-Finished Hem
A Government Agency approached us to develop a minimalist straight-leg jean around a single idea: hand-finished hem, executed in satin. The capsule was destined for the Netherlands and needed minimalist 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
- Fabric hand feel changed between production runs
- The previous factory could not hold consistency across sizes
What we specified
| Product | Minimalist Straight-Leg Jean |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Government Agency |
| Market | the Netherlands |
| Order volume | 2,400 pieces across 5 colourways |
| Base material | Satin |
| Signature detail | Hand-Finished Hem |
| Size range | XS-XL |
| Sampling rounds | 2 |
| Delivery window | 8 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.
- Satin was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The straight-leg jean 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 8-week window.
- Unit cost held within 2.0% 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.
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