Modern Summer Maxi Dress in Suede with Asymmetric Closure
Source:Summer Maxi Dress /
Time:2026-09-30
Modern Summer Maxi Dress in Suede with Asymmetric Closure
A Bridal Studio approached us to develop a modern summer maxi dress around a single idea: asymmetric closure, executed in suede. The capsule was destined for Argentina and needed modern 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
- Decoration durability failed after two washes
What we specified
| Product | Modern Summer Maxi Dress |
|---|---|
| Client type | A Bridal Studio |
| Market | Argentina |
| Order volume | 2,400 pieces across 4 colourways |
| Base material | Suede |
| Signature detail | Asymmetric Closure |
| Size range | 0-14 |
| Sampling rounds | 4 |
| Delivery window | 12 weeks from PO to ex-factory |
| Compliance | BSCI |
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 summer maxi dress was prototyped on the fit model, then revised twice before pre-production.
- Asymmetric Closure 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
- 2,400 pieces delivered inside the 12-week window.
- Unit cost held within 1.5% of the approved quotation.
- The a Bridal Studio 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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