How many shirt models should I first determine for my collection?
First, let's think about what shirts your customer will actually wear. Pattern, fabric and quantity of classic and daily models may be different. Prepare a starting list; Let's evaluate each model with its sample and order distribution.
Check out shirt productionHow many models should the collection start with?
First, tell your customer which shirt you will offer: a classic model for the working day or a more comfortable everyday model? There may be several collar and fabric alternatives; However, each alternative should be viewed as a separate model and quantity. Thus, the sample and production scope are understood at the first meeting.
How to decide on pattern and size range?
A reference shirt is a good start. However, you should try your target customer's shoulder, chest, waist and arm comfort in the main size and also check the measurement transition in other sizes. When the fabric changes, the same pattern may look different; Provide pattern confirmation with selected fabric sample.
- Target customer and intended use
- Main size and measurement chart
- pattern comfort and movement
- Approximate order distribution by size
When to finalize fabric and product details?
Collar, cuff, pocket, button and label decision should be seen together on the sample. The expected appearance of the same fabric may be different in classic and daily models. Leave open the points in the technical file that you have not yet decided on; Do not present it as confirmed by assumption.
What information should be given in the first message to the manufacturer?
Share the number of models, fabric direction for each model, color and size distribution, approximate total quantity and target period. If you do not have a technical file, you can start with reference products and images. While discussing your men's shirt collection with Erten Tekstil, we can sort out the open decisions together and evaluate the sample route.
Preparation for the production meeting
Need a tech pack?
Have a product idea? Record the style, fabric, colors and estimated quantity. You can finalize unknown measurements during sampling.See the same in the table before deciding.
Classic or daily use and number of models
Main body, posture and movement comfort
Fabric, collar, cuffs and accessories
Model-color-size distribution and target period
How do we approach this issue at Erten?
Men's shirt collection discussions can start with reference products and approximate quantities; Decisions based on production are verified in the sample.
Content review area: Shirt product development approach. Commercial suitability is also evaluated based on product and order information.Frequently asked questions about this topic
Can the entire collection be approved with a single sample?
For models with varying fabric, pattern or product details, a single sample does not represent all decisions. Record separately which model was approved with which reference.
Do I need to know the exact body distribution at the first meeting?
No. Approximate distribution is useful to start with; Exact quantities are verified when the offer and production plan are finalized.
Let's talk about your product.
Share your model ideas, target customer and approximate quantities; Let's determine the first sample path together.
It is not necessary to have all the details ready at the initial consultation.