Statement Plus Size Competition Swimsuits in Washed Linen with Padded Shoulder
Statement Plus Size Competition Swimsuits in Washed Linen with Padded Shoulder
A University Athletic Department approached us to develop a statement plus size competition swimsuits around a single idea: padded shoulder, executed in washed linen. The capsule was destined for Ireland and needed statement 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
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
- Unit costs were too high for a boutique price point

What we specified
| Product | Statement Plus Size Competition Swimsuits |
|---|---|
| Client type | A University Athletic Department |
| Market | Ireland |
| Order volume | 120 pieces across 2 colourways |
| Base material | Washed Linen |
| Signature detail | Padded Shoulder |
| Size range | XS-3XL |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| 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.
- Washed Linen was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The plus size competition swimsuits was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Padded Shoulder 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 University Athletic Department 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?
Tell us the quantity, target price and delivery window, and we will build a customisation programme around those three numbers.



