Aviator Customization Program for Boutique and Independent Labels with Bonding Construction
Aviator Solution for Boutique and Independent Labels
This programme covers the full path from a aviator concept to a repeatable bulk supply for boutique and independent labels. Instead of buying whatever a catalogue happens to stock, you specify the cloth, the fit block, the decoration method and the packing, and we hold that specification so every reorder matches the last one.
The most common failure we see in boutique and independent labels sourcing is not price — it is drift. Fabric changes supplier, the shade moves, sizing shifts half a grade and the programme quietly stops looking like the brand. We prevent that with a written spec, an approved counter sample and a golden sample retained at the factory.
Recommended fabrics
- Pique Knit — chosen when the garment needs to hold shape after repeated laundering
- Brushed Fleece — best balance of comfort, cost and wash stability
- Slub Cotton — best balance of comfort, cost and wash stability
- Mulberry Silk — chosen when the garment needs to hold shape after repeated laundering
Decoration and finishing
The default method for this programme is Bonding Construction, but we routinely combine processes on one garment. Placement, colour count and position drives cost more than the garment itself, so we quote decoration separately and show you the trade-off before sampling.
- DTF Film Printing
- Hangtag and Packaging
- Quilting
- Snow Wash
- Piping and Binding
- Dye-Sublimation Printing
Programme parameters
| Garment | Aviator |
|---|---|
| Target sector | Boutique and Independent Labels |
| Primary process | Bonding Construction |
| Fabric options | Pique Knit, Brushed Fleece, Slub Cotton |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per style |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-50 days |
| Size set | XS-3XL |
| Compliance | GOTS |
| Delivery terms | EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP |
Why buyers choose this route
- Flexible MOQ programmes that scale with your forecast
- Transparent costing with every trim and process itemized
- In-line and final inspection with photo reports before payment
- Colour management that keeps bulk within tolerance of the approved lab dip
- A dedicated merchandiser who answers within one working day
How the programme runs
- Discovery call: quantity, target price, delivery window and compliance needs
- Fabric and trim proposal with costed alternatives
- Tech pack build or reverse engineering from your sample
- Prototype, fit revision and pre-production sample
- Bulk production with in-line inspection and photo reporting
- Packing, documentation and shipment under the agreed Incoterm
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
A first prototype is typically ready in 7 working days after the tech pack is confirmed, including fabric sourcing if the base cloth is not in our stock library. Revisions add about 3 days each.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard programmes start at 500 pieces per style and colour. We can split sizes across a size set, and for first orders we often accept a mixed-colour run to help you test the market.
How is shipping handled?
We quote EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP. Consolidated sea freight is the default for bulk programmes, with air or express options when a launch date is at risk.
Can you match a specific colour?
Yes. Send us a Pantone TCX reference or a physical swatch. We return lab dips for approval and hold bulk shade within the agreed tolerance band before cutting.
Quote and next steps
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.
