Bohemian Kids Aviator Hat in Cashmere with Tonal Embroidery
Bohemian Kids Aviator Hat in Cashmere with Tonal Embroidery
A Wholesale Distributor approached us to develop a bohemian kids aviator hat around a single idea: tonal embroidery, executed in cashmere. The capsule was destined for Hong Kong and needed bohemian 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
- The sample did not match the runway reference
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
- The previous factory could not hold consistency across sizes

What we specified
| Product | Bohemian Kids Aviator Hat |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Wholesale Distributor |
| Market | Hong Kong |
| Order volume | 400 pieces across 4 colourways |
| Base material | Cashmere |
| Signature detail | Tonal Embroidery |
| Size range | XS-XL |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| Delivery window | 10 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.
- Cashmere was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The kids aviator hat was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Tonal Embroidery 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 10-week window.
- Unit cost held within 3.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a Wholesale Distributor 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.



