Minimalist Long Sleeve Leotard in Suede with Chunky Chain Strap
Source:Long Sleeve Leotard /
Time:2026-09-30
Minimalist Long Sleeve Leotard in Suede with Chunky Chain Strap
A Shopify DTC Brand approached us to develop a minimalist long sleeve leotard around a single idea: chunky chain strap, executed in suede. The capsule was destined for Nigeria and needed minimalist 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 previous factory could not hold consistency across sizes
- The sample did not match the runway reference
- Fabric hand feel changed between production runs
What we specified
| Product | Minimalist Long Sleeve Leotard |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Shopify DTC Brand |
| Market | Nigeria |
| Order volume | 400 pieces across 4 colourways |
| Base material | Suede |
| Signature detail | Chunky Chain Strap |
| Size range | XS-3XL |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| Delivery window | 8 weeks from PO to ex-factory |
| Compliance | WRAP |
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 long sleeve leotard was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Chunky Chain Strap 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 8-week window.
- Unit cost held within 1.5% 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.
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