Minimalist Neoprene Surfing Wetsuit in Cupro with Sculptural Draping
Source:Neoprene Surfing Wetsuit /
Time:2026-09-30
Minimalist Neoprene Surfing Wetsuit in Cupro with Sculptural Draping
A National Retail Chain approached us to develop a minimalist neoprene surfing wetsuit around a single idea: sculptural draping, executed in cupro. The capsule was destined for Italy 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
- Delivery missed the collection launch window
- Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point
- The sample did not match the runway reference
What we specified
| Product | Minimalist Neoprene Surfing Wetsuit |
|---|---|
| Client type | A National Retail Chain |
| Market | Italy |
| Order volume | 120 pieces across 5 colourways |
| Base material | Cupro |
| Signature detail | Sculptural Draping |
| Size range | XS-XL |
| Sampling rounds | 3 |
| Delivery window | 8 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.
- Cupro 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.
- Sculptural Draping 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
- 120 pieces delivered inside the 8-week window.
- Unit cost held within 3.0% of the approved quotation.
- The a National Retail Chain launched on schedule and reordered the same specification next season.
What we would repeat
Lock the colour standard before grading; every downstream approval depends on it.
Planning a similar capsule?
Tell us the quantity, target price and delivery window, and we will build a customisation programme around those three numbers.
