Custom Fedora — Taffeta with Puff Printing
We build fedora programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Taffeta 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, puff printing 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 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 | Fedora |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Taffeta |
| Decoration / finish | Puff Printing |
| Fabric weight | 140-160 gsm |
| Size range | S-4XL |
| Colour options | 8 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 50 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 12 working days, 4 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-35 days after approval |
| Compliance | WRAP |
What you can customise
- Distressed Finish — available on Taffeta, quoted per position and per colour.
- Bonding Construction — available on Taffeta, quoted per position and per colour.
- Embossing — available on Taffeta, quoted per position and per colour.
- Screen Printing — available on Taffeta, quoted per position and per colour.
- Laser Cutting — available on Taffeta, quoted per position and per colour.
- Custom Drawcord — available on Taffeta, quoted per position and per colour.
- Reflective Printing — available on Taffeta, 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 Taffeta-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with puff printing applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing
Typical applications
- Beauty and Cosmetics — fedora uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Real Estate Agencies — fedora uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Religious and Community — fedora uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Schools and School Districts — fedora uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
- Dental and Veterinary Clinics — fedora 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 fedora 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 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 4 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.
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 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.
Start your fedora programme
Share a reference photo or a sample garment and we will reverse-engineer the specification for your own label.
