Chic Neoprene Surfing Wetsuit in Suede with Chunky Chain Strap
Source:Neoprene Surfing Wetsuit /
Time:2026-09-30
Chic Neoprene Surfing Wetsuit in Suede with Chunky Chain Strap
A Coffee Roaster Chain approached us to develop a chic neoprene surfing wetsuit around a single idea: chunky chain strap, executed in suede. The capsule was destined for Taiwan 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
- The sample did not match the runway reference
- Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
What we specified
| Product | Chic Neoprene Surfing Wetsuit |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Coffee Roaster Chain |
| Market | Taiwan |
| Order volume | 1,500 pieces across 4 colourways |
| Base material | Suede |
| Signature detail | Chunky Chain Strap |
| Size range | XS-XL |
| Sampling rounds | 3 |
| Delivery window | 10 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 neoprene surfing wetsuit 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
- 1,500 pieces delivered inside the 10-week window.
- Unit cost held within 1.5% of the approved quotation.
- The a Coffee Roaster 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.
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.
