Sculptural Cycling Short in Tulle with Fringe Trim
Source:Cycling Short /
Time:2026-09-30
Sculptural Cycling Short in Tulle with Fringe Trim
A Shopify DTC Brand approached us to develop a sculptural cycling short around a single idea: fringe trim, executed in tulle. The capsule was destined for Italy and needed sculptural 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 sample did not match the runway reference
- Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point
What we specified
| Product | Sculptural Cycling Short |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Shopify DTC Brand |
| Market | Italy |
| Order volume | 2,400 pieces across 2 colourways |
| Base material | Tulle |
| Signature detail | Fringe Trim |
| Size range | 0-14 |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| Delivery window | 12 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.
- Tulle was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The cycling short was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Fringe Trim 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 2.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a Shopify DTC Brand 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.
