Denim Short Customization Program for Surf and Swim Brands with Applique Embroidery
Denim Short Customization Program for Surf and Swim Brands
This programme covers the full path from a denim short concept to repeatable bulk supply for surf and swim brands. The build starts from everyday-casual references — denim short in modal blend — then locks fabric weight, wash behaviour and fit tolerance so every reorder matches the approved sample.
Most denim short buyers arrive with one of these problems: the previous supplier could not hold consistency on reorders, or the fabric felt thinner than the approved sample. The fix is a written spec before bulk: shrinkage allowance, stitch density, colour tolerance and a golden sample kept at the factory.

Specification
| Product | Denim Short |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Modal Blend |
| Decoration | Applique Embroidery |
| Fabric weight | 240-280 gsm |
| Fit options | Custom grading |
| Colour options | 16 wash-stable shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 4 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 30-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
What you can customise
- Ultrasonic Welding — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Flocking — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Dye-Sublimation Printing — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Heat Transfer Printing — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Placement Printing — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Care Label — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Custom Drawcord — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.

How we produce it
- Tech pack review, fabric confirmation and lab dip approval
- Pattern, grading and a Modal Blend-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then pre-production sign-off
- Bulk cutting with applique embroidery applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 check and packing
Quality control
Every bulk lot is compared against the approved sample for shade, hand feel, measurements and wash behaviour. Denim Short reorders stay comparable over time because the spec, the lab dip and the golden sample are all on file.
FAQ
What file formats do you need for artwork?
Vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) give the best print and embroidery results. For raster artwork please supply at least 300 dpi at the final print size. We digitise embroidery files in-house and return a sew-out photo for approval.
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.
Do you provide compliance documents?
We can arrange OEKO-TEX, GOTS, BSCI, WRAP and ISO documentation as well as third-party testing reports for OEKO-TEX Standard 100, and we support REACH, CPSIA and Prop 65 declarations for the relevant markets.
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.
Start your denim short programme
Book a 20-minute call with our merchandising team and get a written quotation within 48 hours.



