Custom Chef Shoes — Hemp with Shirring
We build chef shoes programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Hemp 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 color drift between lab dips and bulk fabric. 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 | Chef Shoes |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Hemp |
| Decoration / finish | Shirring |
| Fabric weight | 340-400 gsm |
| Size range | 2-12Y kids |
| Colour options | 6 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 300 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 12 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-35 days after approval |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
What you can customise
- Flat Embroidery — available on Hemp, quoted per position and per colour.
- Garment Dyeing — available on Hemp, quoted per position and per colour.
- Enzyme Wash — available on Hemp, quoted per position and per colour.
- Laser Engraving — available on Hemp, quoted per position and per colour.
- Yarn Dyeing — available on Hemp, quoted per position and per colour.
- Chenille Embroidery — available on Hemp, quoted per position and per colour.
- Beading and Embroidery — available on Hemp, 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 Hemp-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 — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Promotional Marketing — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Cleaning and Janitorial — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Theater and Performance — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Golf Clubs — chef shoes 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 chef shoes batches stay comparable over time. Inspection photos and the measurement report are sent before the balance payment is due.
FAQ
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard programmes start at 300 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.
How long does sampling take?
A first prototype is typically ready in 12 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.
Start your chef shoes programme
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.
