Chic Long Sleeve Leotard in Organic Denim with Chunky Chain Strap
Source:Long Sleeve Leotard /
Time:2026-09-30
Chic Long Sleeve Leotard in Organic Denim with Chunky Chain Strap
A Surf School approached us to develop a chic long sleeve leotard around a single idea: chunky chain strap, executed in organic denim. The capsule was destined for Portugal and needed chic 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
- Fabric hand feel changed between production runs
- The sample did not match the runway reference
What we specified
| Product | Chic Long Sleeve Leotard |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Surf School |
| Market | Portugal |
| Order volume | 600 pieces across 4 colourways |
| Base material | Organic Denim |
| Signature detail | Chunky Chain Strap |
| Size range | XS-XL |
| Sampling rounds | 3 |
| Delivery window | 6 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.
- Organic Denim 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
- 600 pieces delivered inside the 6-week window.
- Unit cost held within 2.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a Surf School 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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