Custom Sports Wear for the European Market — Tencel Cotton Blend with Applique Embroidery
We supply sports wear to European buyers built for continental winters well below freezing. Cloth weight, fibre composition and finish are specified for the season and the standard before price: Tencel Cotton Blend at 340-420 gsm, with restricted-substance screening and documentation prepared for the destination market. Programmes start at 500 pieces per style per colour and ship to Felixstowe or Dublin.
European programmes fail on paperwork more often than on product: inconsistent sizing between production runs, and suppliers who disappear once the deposit is paid. We fix the specification first — fabric weight, shrinkage, stitch density and measurement tolerance — then prepare UKCA marking and UK REACH registration so the goods clear customs and pass buyer audit without a second round of testing.

Specification
| Product | Sports Wear |
|---|---|
| Market | the United Kingdom and Ireland |
| Base fabric | Tencel Cotton Blend (340-420 gsm) |
| Decoration / finish | Applique Embroidery |
| Climate notes | Built for continental winters well below freezing |
| Size range | EU kids 92-176 |
| Colour options | 8 Pantone-matched shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 4 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 30-50 days after approval |
| Compliance | UKCA marking and UK REACH registration; Bluesign approved inputs |
| Labelling | Multilingual fibre composition and care labelling |
| Ship to | Felixstowe or Dublin |
What European buyers can customise
- Hangtag and Packaging — available on Tencel Cotton Blend, quoted per position and per colour.
- Chenille Embroidery — available on Tencel Cotton Blend, quoted per position and per colour.
- Beading and Embroidery — available on Tencel Cotton Blend, quoted per position and per colour.
- Custom Zip Puller — available on Tencel Cotton Blend, quoted per position and per colour.
- Garment Dyeing — available on Tencel Cotton Blend, quoted per position and per colour.
- Piping and Binding — available on Tencel Cotton Blend, quoted per position and per colour.
- Stone Wash — available on Tencel Cotton Blend, quoted per position and per colour.

How we produce it
- Tech pack review and fabric confirmation for continental winters well below freezing
- Restricted-substance screening against REACH, then lab dips for approval
- Tencel Cotton Blend-spec prototype graded to EU kids 92-176
- Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk cutting with applique embroidery applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing to EU carton specification
Sustainability and documentation
European buyers are asked for evidence, not assurances. We can supply Bluesign approved inputs documentation, recycled-content claims with transaction certificates where the fibre qualifies, and test reports from accredited labs. Fibre composition, care symbols and country of origin are printed in the languages your market requires, and the technical file is held for reorders.

Delivery, duty and VAT
Shipments move to Felixstowe or Dublin under EXW, FOB, CIF or DDP. For EU and UK destinations we quote landed cost including duty and import VAT, and provide the commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin needed for clearance. Reorders draw on the approved specification held on file, which keeps sports wear batches consistent across seasons.
FAQ
How long does sampling take?
A first prototype is typically ready in 10 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.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard programmes start at 500 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.
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 European 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.







