Statement Eco-Friendly Wetsuit in Metallic Thread with Feather Trim
Source:Eco-Friendly Wetsuit /
Time:2026-09-30
Statement Eco-Friendly Wetsuit in Metallic Thread with Feather Trim
A Streetwear Collective approached us to develop a statement eco-friendly wetsuit around a single idea: feather trim, executed in metallic thread. The capsule was destined for Spain and needed statement 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
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
- Fabric hand feel changed between production runs
What we specified
| Product | Statement Eco-Friendly Wetsuit |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Streetwear Collective |
| Market | Spain |
| Order volume | 2,400 pieces across 3 colourways |
| Base material | Metallic Thread |
| Signature detail | Feather Trim |
| Size range | 0-14 |
| 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.
- Metallic Thread was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The eco-friendly wetsuit was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Feather 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 8-week window.
- Unit cost held within 2.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a Streetwear Collective 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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