This women’s knit mini skirt features a large ruffle design that creates volume and movement. The combination of stretch foil fabric and a full ruffle gives the skirt its distinctive appearance.

Fabric and Fit

The skirt is made from stretch knit fabric with a foil finish. The fabric combines flexibility with a metallic surface appearance.

When developing this style, fabric behaviour and the overall shape of the skirt need to be considered together to achieve the intended look and fit.

Garment Construction

The amount of fabric used for the ruffle needs to be carefully considered. Too little fullness may make the ruffle look flat, while too much can create excessive bulk.

The internal support material also needs to be selected and applied appropriately to help the ruffle maintain its intended shape.

Pattern Making and Sample Development

During sample development, attention is given to the ruffle proportions, fabric volume and the way the ruffle falls.

The amount of fullness and the internal support need to work together to achieve the right balance between shape, movement and overall appearance.

Sample adjustments help confirm the final proportions before bulk production.

Finishing and Quality Control

Production quality depends on consistent workmanship throughout the garment.

Attention is given to stitching, seam finishing, fabric handling, ruffle attachment and overall garment appearance.

The fabric also requires appropriate handling during production to protect its surface finish.

MAG Fashion provides sample development and garment manufacturing for fashion brands.

We work from customer designs and specifications to develop samples and coordinate bulk production, including fabric and trims sourcing, production management and quality control.