Custom Graduation Dresses — Faux Shearling with Shirring
We build graduation dresses programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Faux Shearling version is developed for brands that need a repeatable specification: the same cloth, the same hand feel and the same fit on every reorder. Fabric, trims, shirring and packaging are all specifiable, so the garment stays consistent across seasons and across production runs.
Most buyers come to us after one of these problems: no reliable way to track a order once it enters production, or minimum order quantities far above what a growing brand can absorb. Our response is to fix the specification first — fabric weight, shrinkage allowance, stitch density and tolerance — before a single bulk metre is cut.

Specification
| Product | Graduation Dresses |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Faux Shearling |
| Decoration / finish | Shirring |
| Fabric weight | 280-320 gsm |
| Size range | 2-12Y kids |
| Colour options | 24 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 18-35 days after approval |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
What you can customise
- Embossing — available on Faux Shearling, quoted per position and per colour.
- Laser Cutting — available on Faux Shearling, quoted per position and per colour.
- Flocking — available on Faux Shearling, quoted per position and per colour.
- Seam Sealing — available on Faux Shearling, quoted per position and per colour.
- Acid Wash — available on Faux Shearling, quoted per position and per colour.
- 3D Puff Embroidery — available on Faux Shearling, quoted per position and per colour.
- Pantone Color Matching — available on Faux Shearling, quoted per position and per colour.

How we produce it
- Tech pack review and fabric confirmation
- Lab dips or print strike-off for approval
- Pattern making, grading and a Faux Shearling-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with shirring applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing
Typical applications
- Running and Marathon Events — graduation dresses uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Music Bands and Touring — graduation dresses uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Dance and Ballet Schools — graduation dresses uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Retail Store Staff — graduation dresses uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Hospitality and Hotels — graduation dresses uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes

Quality control
Every bulk order is checked against the approved sample for shade, hand feel, measurements and workmanship. We record shrinkage, colour fastness and seam strength on the first bulk lot and hold the data as the reference for reorders, so graduation dresses batches stay comparable over time. Inspection photos and the measurement report are sent before the balance payment is due.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Start your graduation dresses programme
Share a reference photo or a sample garment and we will reverse-engineer the specification for your own label.







