Custom Ribbon in Velvet with Distressed Finish for Corporate Buyers

Custom Ribbon — Velvet with Distressed Finish

We build ribbon 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, distressed finish 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 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

What you can customise

• Embossing — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
• Satin Printed Label — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
• Custom Zip Puller — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
• Chain Stitch Embroidery — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
• Reflective Printing — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
• Tie-Dye Wash — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.
• Pleating — available on Velvet, quoted per position and per colour.

How we produce it

1. Tech pack review and fabric confirmation
2. Lab dips or print strike-off for approval
3. Pattern making, grading and a Velvet-spec prototype
4. Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
5. Bulk cutting with distressed finish applied under controlled settings
6. In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing

Typical applications

• Warehousing and Logistics — ribbon uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Ski and Snowboard Resorts — ribbon uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Construction Sites — ribbon uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Kids and Toddlerwear — ribbon uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Schools and School Districts — ribbon 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 ribbon 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 14 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.

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.

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 ribbon programme

Book a 20-minute call with our merchandising team and get a written quotation within 48 hours.