Parisian Latex Swimming Cap in Metallic Thread with Hand-Finished Hem
Source:Latex Swimming Cap /
Time:2026-09-30
Parisian Latex Swimming Cap in Metallic Thread with Hand-Finished Hem
A Film Production House approached us to develop a parisian latex swimming cap around a single idea: hand-finished hem, executed in metallic thread. The capsule was destined for Taiwan and needed parisian 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
- Delivery missed the collection launch window
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
What we specified
| Product | Parisian Latex Swimming Cap |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Film Production House |
| Market | Taiwan |
| Order volume | 1,500 pieces across 5 colourways |
| Base material | Metallic Thread |
| Signature detail | Hand-Finished Hem |
| Size range | XS-XL |
| Sampling rounds | 3 |
| Delivery window | 10 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 latex swimming cap 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
- 1,500 pieces delivered inside the 10-week window.
- Unit cost held within 3.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a Film Production House 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?
Send us your tech pack or even a rough sketch — we will come back with fabric options, a costed sample plan and a realistic production calendar.
