Custom Ribbon — Silk with Knitted Structure
We supply ribbon to garment factories and brands, built in Silk with knitted structure for uniform and corporate programmes. On a trim like this the specification that decides the outcome is width tolerance, which decides whether it feeds the machine, so that is agreed in writing before bulk — not discovered when the first carton is opened on the line. Programmes start at 3000 pieces per style per finish.
The failures here are predictable: colour drift between the approved sample and the bulk trim, or shade variation within one carton. We lock material, finish, dimension and tolerance before bulk, and prepare UKCA and REACH documentation so the shipment clears instead of sitting at port while your selling season passes.
Specification
| Product | Ribbon |
|---|---|
| Width | 3 mm |
| Type | satin ribbon |
| Base material | Silk |
| Finish / process | Knitted Structure |
| Colour options | 12 Pantone-matched shades |
| Packing | carded |
| MOQ | 3000 pieces per style per finish |
| Sampling | 12 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-50 days after approval |
| Compliance | UKCA and REACH documentation; REACH nickel-release test for metal findings |
| Ship to | Felixstowe (the United Kingdom) |
What buyers can customise
- Beaded Detail — available on Silk, quoted per position and per colour.
- Pantone Colour Matching — available on Silk, quoted per position and per colour.
- Heat Transfer Printing — available on Silk, quoted per position and per colour.
- Sequin Stitching — available on Silk, quoted per position and per colour.
- Hot Foil Stamping — available on Silk, quoted per position and per colour.
- Tassel Finish — available on Silk, quoted per position and per colour.
- Piece Dyeing — available on Silk, quoted per position and per colour.
How we produce it
- Drawing or reference sample review, with size and finish confirmed
- Material selection and a finish sample or strike-off
- Prototype made to the agreed width
- Fit and wash test on the actual garment fabric, then a pre-production sample
- Bulk run with knitted structure applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing to your ratio
Where it is used
- Denim and workwear — hard-wearing finishes that survive industrial washing
- Outerwear and tailoring — matched to the shell fabric so it drapes with the garment
- Childrenswear and schoolwear — tested to the destination's safety standard
- Bridal and eveningwear — small runs with hand-finished detail
- Uniform and corporate programmes — repeatable spec held on file for reorders
Packing, testing and delivery
Trims are packed to the ratio you specify — by size, by colour or by garment set — with barcodes applied where the line needs them. Test reports for REACH nickel-release test for metal findings are prepared for the destination market. We ship to Felixstowe with the commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin, and hold the approved reference so reorders reproduce the same material, the same finish and the same width tolerance.
FAQ
Do you ship to our forwarder?
Yes. We deliver to your nominated forwarder or quote landed cost under the agreed Incoterm.
How long does sampling take?
A first sample takes 12 working days, and each revision about 5 days.
What packing options are available?
Bulk packed, carded, or packed to your own size and design ratio with barcodes applied.
Can you match a reference sample?
Yes. Send the trim and we match material, finish and shade, then confirm on a pre-production sample before bulk.
Start your ribbon programme
If you already have a supplier, send us the last problem you had with them. That is usually where we start.
