Custom Hat Straw — Linen with Snow Wash
We build hat straw programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Linen 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, snow wash 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: color drift between lab dips and bulk fabric, 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 | Hat Straw |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Linen |
| Decoration / finish | Snow Wash |
| Fabric weight | 340-400 gsm |
| Size range | S-4XL |
| Colour options | 16 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 300 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 7 working days, 4 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 30-35 days after approval |
| Compliance | BSCI |
What you can customise
- Enzyme Wash — available on Linen, quoted per position and per colour.
- Placement Printing — available on Linen, quoted per position and per colour.
- Ribbed Cuff and Hem — available on Linen, quoted per position and per colour.
- Ultrasonic Welding — available on Linen, quoted per position and per colour.
- Heat Transfer Printing — available on Linen, quoted per position and per colour.
- Tie-Dye Wash — available on Linen, quoted per position and per colour.
- Sequin Work — available on Linen, 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 Linen-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with snow wash applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing
Typical applications
- Cycling and Triathlon — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Photography Studios — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Wholesale and Distribution — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Spas and Salons — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Dance and Ballet Schools — hat straw 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 hat straw batches stay comparable over time. Inspection photos and the measurement report are sent before the balance payment is due.
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.
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.
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.
Start your hat straw programme
Book a 20-minute call with our merchandising team and get a written quotation within 48 hours.
