Custom Hat Straw — Velvet with Tie-Dye Wash
We build hat straw programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Velvet 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, tie-dye 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: long lead times that miss the selling season, or long lead times that miss the selling season. 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 | Velvet |
| Decoration / finish | Tie-Dye Wash |
| Fabric weight | 280-320 gsm |
| Size range | S-4XL |
| Colour options | 24 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 300 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 14 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 30-45 days after approval |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
What you can customise
- Shirring — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
- Piece Dyeing — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
- Care Label — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
- DTF Film Printing — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
- Ruching — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
- Sequin Work — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
- Snow Wash — available on Velvet, 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 Velvet-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with tie-dye wash applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing
Typical applications
- Religious and Community — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Running and Marathon Events — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Outdoor and Hiking — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Security Services — hat straw uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Government and Municipal — 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.
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 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.
Start your hat straw programme
Book a 20-minute call with our merchandising team and get a written quotation within 48 hours.
