Editorial Rhinestone Bodysuit in Tulle with Hand-Finished Hem
Source:Rhinestone Bodysuit /
Time:2026-09-30
Editorial Rhinestone Bodysuit in Tulle with Hand-Finished Hem
A Surf School approached us to develop a editorial rhinestone bodysuit around a single idea: hand-finished hem, executed in tulle. The capsule was destined for the United Arab Emirates and needed editorial 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
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
What we specified
| Product | Editorial Rhinestone Bodysuit |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Surf School |
| Market | the United Arab Emirates |
| Order volume | 400 pieces across 2 colourways |
| Base material | Tulle |
| Signature detail | Hand-Finished Hem |
| Size range | XS-3XL |
| Sampling rounds | 2 |
| Delivery window | 6 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.
- Tulle was confirmed with lab dips and a hand-feel approval before grading.
- The rhinestone bodysuit was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Hand-Finished Hem 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 6-week window.
- Unit cost held within 1.5% 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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