For many fashion brands, especially independent brands, the first production order may be relatively small. A smaller order allow a brand to test a new style or collection without starting with a very large quantity.
From Sample to Production
Once the sample is approved, the production details need to be confirmed. This normally includes the fabric, trims, measurements, construction and finishing details. The approved sample is kept as a reference for production.
At this stage, the production team also needs to check whether the materials are ready and whether any details need to be clarified before cutting starts.
Preparing a Small Production Order
The production steps are going to be organised.
Fabric needs to be checked and prepared.Patterns and cutting need to follow the approved specifications.The sewing process needs to follow the construction of the sample.
For production, careful preparation is important.
Keeping the Production Consistent
During production, the garments can be checked against the approved sample.
Measurements, fabric, stitching and finishing should remain consistent with the approved version.
Quality Checks During Production
Quality control is not only about checking finished garments. Some checks can be made during production as well.
For example, the first finished pieces can be checked before continuing with the full quantity.This gives the production team an opportunity to identify problems with measurements, construction or finishing.
This can help prevent the same problem from being repeated across the order.
From One Sample to Production Order
The purpose of the production process is to reproduce the approved sample as consistently as possible.
The sample represents one finished garment.The production order requires that standard to be repeated across the whole batch.This is where good production preparation and quality control become important.
At MAG Fashion, we work with fashion brands on sample development, small production orders and bulk manufacturing, moving approved samples into consistent production.
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