Tailored Chunky Sneaker in Suede with High-Low Hem
Source:Embroidery Beads /
Time:2026-09-30
Tailored Chunky Sneaker in Suede with High-Low Hem
A Gym Chain approached us to develop a tailored chunky sneaker around a single idea: high-low hem, executed in suede. The capsule was destined for Taiwan and needed tailored 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
- Fabric hand feel changed between production runs
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
- The sample did not match the runway reference
What we specified
| Product | Tailored Chunky Sneaker |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Gym Chain |
| Market | Taiwan |
| Order volume | 400 pieces across 3 colourways |
| Base material | Suede |
| Signature detail | High-Low Hem |
| Size range | XS-3XL |
| 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.
- Suede 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.
- High-Low 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
- 400 pieces delivered inside the 12-week window.
- Unit cost held within 3.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a Gym Chain 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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