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            "content": "Dear Team,\n\nI found Portugal Textile through your website and was impressed by your\nend-to-end approach for emerging brands.\n\nMy name is Inge van de Ven, and I am the founder of a new European\nlifestyle brand launching at the end of 2026\/start of 2027. We are focused\non art, wellness and pure living, working exclusively with natural\nmaterials such as linen and organic cotton.\n\nI am reaching out to explore the possibility of working together on our\nfirst collection, which consists of two core products:\n\n=E2=80=94 A loose fit linen boxer brief for men\n=E2=80=94 A linen long gown for men and women\n\nBoth pieces will be produced in 100% European linen, in two colourways\n(ivory-sand undyed + anthracite), and in sizes S=E2=80=93XL.(dual sized S-M=\n \/ M-L \/\nL-XL) For our initial launch, we are looking to produce a small batch of\napproximately 50=E2=80=93100 units per style.\n\nAttached a moodboard for initial reference, I'm happy to share more once I\nhave answers to these questions below.\n[image: Screenshot 2026-05-20 at 09.05.53.png]\nI would love to understand:\n\n1. Whether linen is a material you work with regularly - and if you can\nsend us fabric sourcing in Linen \/ Linen blend with Organic Cottn \/ Organic\nCotton \/ 100% Tencel \/ Seacell Blends.\nAs wel as product samples so we can review workmanship.\n2. If you are vertical set up\n3. Your minimum order quantity for a new private label brand\n4. Your sampling process and lead times\n5. Pricing indication for small batch production\n\nWe are based in the Netherlands and plan to launch our first product at the\nend of 2026.\nI would be happy to schedule a call or share further details about the\nbrand and our vision.\n\n\n*Alongside this new exciting project I work as a Freelance Design Director\nfor several brands worldwide, such as Hunkemoller, Victoria's Secret, and\nCalida, to name a few. It might be interesting to see what you are capable\nof for future reference either way.*\n\nThank you for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you.\n\n\nWarm regards,\n\nInge van de Ven @IMAvandeven\ninfo@imavandeven.com\n+31 6 18521564\n\n--=20\n\n\nKindest Regards,\n\nInge van de Ven * | IMAvandeven*\n\nFashionDesign Consultant Close to Body Fashion\n\nwww.imavandeven.com\n\n*New\nwebsite coming soon\n\n\n\n\nThis email (and\/or attachments) is confidential and may be privileged. Use\nor disclosure of it by anyone other than a designated addressee is\nunauthorized.\nIf you are not an intended recipient, please delete this e-mail from the\ncomputer on which you received it. We thank you for notifying us\nimmediately.\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (Screenshot_2026-05-20_at_09_05_53_6a193f11bb08b.png). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.imavandeven.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Inge,\n\nThank you for contacting us. It's great to hear about your new European lifestyle brand focused on art, wellness, and pure living.\n\nTo provide you with an accurate quotation for your project, I need to gather a few details:\n\n1. **Brand**: Do you have an established brand? If so, please provide the name and website.\n2. **Location**: What is your country?\n3. **Product Category**: What type of product do you want to develop (e.g., T-shirts, Shoes, Swimwear, etc.)? This is essential to apply the correct minimums.\n4. **Quantities**: What is the total quantity and how many styles do you intend to create? \n5. **Timeline**: What is your desired delivery date?\n6. **Target Price**: What is your target production price per style?\n\nRegarding your questions, I can confirm that we work with linen and other natural materials. However, our minimum order quantity for new brands is strictly 200 units per style. \n\nOnce I have the details above, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. \n\nThank you, and I look forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nThanks for getting back to me so quickly and for confirming that you work\nwith linen and natural materials, that is very encouraging.\n\nTo answer your questions:\n\n1. Brand: The brand will be under my business IMAvandeven, launching end\n2026\/start 2027. Website is coming soon.\nTo elaborate a little on my experience: Over the past decade, I have worked\nas an independent consultant and designer for leading intimate apparel and\nfashion brands including Victoria's Secret, Hunkem\u00f6ller, Calida, Agent\nProvocateur, Love Stories Intimates and H&M. This experience has given me a\ndeep understanding of product development, fit, and quality standards\nacross both mass-market and luxury segments. This project is the next step\n- my own brand built on that foundation, with a clear focus on natural\nmaterials, considered design, and the European wellness market.\n2. Location: Netherlands.\n3. Product Category: Underwear\/Loungewear (Boxer brief & Gown).\n4. Quantities: We are looking for 50-100 units per style for the initial\nlaunch.\nRegarding minimum order quantities, I note your standard requirement of 200\nunits per style.\nBefore committing to any production volumes, I would like to first see and\napprove samples.\nThis is standard practice in my experience and ensures both parties are\naligned on quality and fit before moving forward.\n5. Timeline: Target delivery end 2026.\n6. Target Price: Still determining this, but we are looking for pricing\nindication for small batch production.\nRegarding target production price, we are aiming for:\n- Linen boxer brief: \u20ac10\u201312 per unit\n- Linen midi gown: \u20ac20\u201330 per unit\n\nCould you please share:\n- Your sampling process and timeline\n- Sample costs for both styles as i'd like to see qualities as well as\nworkmanship.\n- Whether samples can be produced in linen specifically\n\nOnce I have reviewed and approved the samples, I am happy to discuss\nproduction volumes and next steps.\n\nThank you again and I look forward to your response.\n\n\nBest regards,\n\nInge\n\nOn Fri, May 29, 2026 at 9:24\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Inge,\n>\n> Thank you for contacting us. It's great to hear about your new European\n> lifestyle brand focused on art, wellness, and pure living.\n>\n> To provide you with an accurate quotation for your project, I need to\n> gather a few details:\n>\n> 1. *Brand*: Do you have an established brand? If so, please provide the\n> name and website.\n> 2. *Location*: What is your country?\n> 3. *Product Category*: What type of product do you want to develop (e.g.,\n> T-shirts, Shoes, Swimwear, etc.)? This is essential to apply the correct\n> minimums.\n> 4. *Quantities*: What is the total quantity and how many styles do you\n> intend to create?\n> 5. *Timeline*: What is your desired delivery date?\n> 6. *Target Price*: What is your target production price per style?\n>\n> Regarding your questions, I can confirm that we work with linen and other\n> natural materials. However, our minimum order quantity for new brands is\n> strictly 200 units per style.\n>\n> Once I have the details above, I can better assess your project and guide\n> you on the next steps.\n>\n> Thank you, and I look forward to your response.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n-- \n\n\nKindest Regards,\n\nInge van de Ven * | IMAvandeven*\n\nFashionDesign Consultant Close to Body Fashion\n\nwww.imavandeven.com\n\n*New\nwebsite coming soon\n\n\n\n\nThis email (and\/or attachments) is confidential and may be privileged. Use\nor disclosure of it by anyone other than a designated addressee is\nunauthorized.\nIf you are not an intended recipient, please delete this e-mail from the\ncomputer on which you received it. We thank you for notifying us\nimmediately.\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.imavandeven.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Inge,\n\nThank you for your detailed response and for sharing more about your brand and experience. It's exciting to see your vision for IMAvandeven.\n\nRegarding your inquiries:\n\n1. **Sampling Process and Timeline**: Our sampling process typically takes about 6-8 weeks. This includes the time needed for prototyping and quality checks to ensure that the samples meet our high standards.\n\n2. **Sample Costs**: The cost of samples depends on the complexity of each design. I will need to evaluate the Tech Pack or physical sample to provide a proper quotation for the samples of both styles.\n\n3. **Linen Samples**: Yes, we can produce samples in linen specifically, as we work with this material regularly.\n\nAs for the minimum order quantity, I must reiterate that our strict minimum is 200 units per style. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate the initial batch of 50-100 units you mentioned. However, once you have reviewed and approved the samples, we can discuss production volumes that meet our minimum requirements.\n\nPlease let me know if you have a Tech Pack or a physical sample to send us, as this will help us move forward with the sampling process. \n\nThank you again, and I look forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Dear Matilde,\n\nGreat.\nAs a next step I would like to request an initial price quotation for two\nstyles from our upcoming linen collection.\nPlease find the concept technical packs for both pieces attached. I can\nalso share physical samples showing the direction I'd like to head in;\nplease keep me posted if that's truly needed or if this is fine for initial\nprice quotes. *Pls note these are concepts for initial price quoting, not\nall measurements are final but it's an estimate.\n\n1. Linen Gown =E2=80=93 Relaxed unisex gown, shawl collar, patch pockets,\nself-fabric belt & loops, French seams throughout, long to mid-calf length\n2. Linen Boxer =E2=80=93 Relaxed tailored boxer, self-fabric tunnel waistba=\nnd with\nhidden elastic, decorative fly, French seams throughout\n\nBoth styles share the same fabric specification:\n=E2=80=A2 100% European Linen\n=E2=80=A2 Sandwashed finish, garment washed\n=E2=80=A2 210 GSM =C2=B15%\n=E2=80=A2 Natural slub texture\n=E2=80=A2 Colourways: Oatmeal, Stone (Light Brown), Anthracite\n\nFor this initial quote, could you please provide:\n=E2=80=A2 Ex-works unit price per style (indicate MOQ per style\/colourway)\n=E2=80=A2 Lead time for sampling and bulk production\n=E2=80=A2 Availability of the fabric specification above, or closest altern=\native\nyou can source pls send samples to\n*IMAvandeven *\n*Grotestraat 149*\n*5141 JP Waalwijk *\n*The Netherlands*\n\nNote: This is a concept stage enquiry, we are evaluating production\npartners before confirming development.\n\nLooking forward to hearing from you, and thanks for the quick responses so\nfar!\n\nMy best,\n\nInge van de Ven\n\n\n\n\nOn Fri, May 29, 2026 at 9:46=E2=80=AFAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Inge,\n>\n> Thank you for your detailed response and for sharing more about your bran=\nd\n> and experience. It's exciting to see your vision for IMAvandeven.\n>\n> Regarding your inquiries:\n>\n> 1. *Sampling Process and Timeline*: Our sampling process typically takes\n> about 6-8 weeks. This includes the time needed for prototyping and qualit=\ny\n> checks to ensure that the samples meet our high standards.\n>\n> 2. *Sample Costs*: The cost of samples depends on the complexity of each\n> design. I will need to evaluate the Tech Pack or physical sample to provi=\nde\n> a proper quotation for the samples of both styles.\n>\n> 3. *Linen Samples*: Yes, we can produce samples in linen specifically, as\n> we work with this material regularly.\n>\n> As for the minimum order quantity, I must reiterate that our strict\n> minimum is 200 units per style. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate the\n> initial batch of 50-100 units you mentioned. However, once you have\n> reviewed and approved the samples, we can discuss production volumes that\n> meet our minimum requirements.\n>\n> Please let me know if you have a Tech Pack or a physical sample to send\n> us, as this will help us move forward with the sampling process.\n>\n> Thank you again, and I look forward to your response.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n--=20\n\n\nKindest Regards,\n\nInge van de Ven * | IMAvandeven*\n\nFashionDesign Consultant Close to Body Fashion\n\nwww.imavandeven.com\n\n*New\nwebsite coming soon\n\n\n\n\nThis email (and\/or attachments) is confidential and may be privileged. Use\nor disclosure of it by anyone other than a designated addressee is\nunauthorized.\nIf you are not an intended recipient, please delete this e-mail from the\ncomputer on which you received it. We thank you for notifying us\nimmediately.\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (CONCEPT-TechPacks_IMAvandeven-Gown-Boxer_6a196c89eb9d7.pdf). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.imavandeven.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Inge,\n\nThank you for providing the concept technical packs for both styles. I appreciate the clarity in your specifications.\n\nTo proceed with your request for an initial price quotation, I will need to evaluate the Tech Pack you provided. Please note that accurate pricing can only be given after our technical team analyzes the details and confirms the final quantities.\n\nAs a reminder, our minimum order quantity is strictly 200 units per style. Once I have reviewed the Tech Pack, I will provide you with the following information:\n\n1. Ex-works unit price per style, indicating the MOQ per style\/colourway.\n2. Lead time for sampling and bulk production.\n3. Availability of the specified fabric or the closest alternative.\n\nRegarding the shipping of physical samples, I must inform you that I cannot provide our physical address at this stage. However, once our technical team reviews your information and approves the project, they will contact you with the exact shipping instructions.\n\nThank you for your understanding, and I look forward to getting back to you with the requested information soon.",
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            "content": "Dear Matilde,\n\nThank you for your detailed response and for outlining the next steps.\n\nI completely understand that an accurate quotation can only be provided\nafter your technical team has reviewed the Tech Packs and assessed the\nconstruction details, materials, and quantities.\n\nThe MOQ of 200 units per style is noted. I would appreciate receiving the\nfollowing once your review is complete:\n\n   - Ex-works pricing per style and colourway at MOQ\n   - Sampling and bulk production lead times\n   - Confirmation of fabric availability or suitable alternatives\n\nRegarding sample shipment, I understand your process and will await the\nshipping instructions once the project has been reviewed and approved by\nyour technical team.\n\nThank you again for your support. I look forward to hearing your feedback\nand receiving the quotation.\n\nKind regards,\n\nOn Fri, May 29, 2026 at 12:38\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Inge,\n>\n> Thank you for providing the concept technical packs for both styles. I\n> appreciate the clarity in your specifications.\n>\n> To proceed with your request for an initial price quotation, I will need\n> to evaluate the Tech Pack you provided. Please note that accurate pricing\n> can only be given after our technical team analyzes the details and\n> confirms the final quantities.\n>\n> As a reminder, our minimum order quantity is strictly 200 units per style.\n> Once I have reviewed the Tech Pack, I will provide you with the following\n> information:\n>\n> 1. Ex-works unit price per style, indicating the MOQ per style\/colourway.\n> 2. Lead time for sampling and bulk production.\n> 3. Availability of the specified fabric or the closest alternative.\n>\n> Regarding the shipping of physical samples, I must inform you that I\n> cannot provide our physical address at this stage. However, once our\n> technical team reviews your information and approves the project, they will\n> contact you with the exact shipping instructions.\n>\n> Thank you for your understanding, and I look forward to getting back to\n> you with the requested information soon.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n-- \n\n\nKindest Regards,\n\nInge van de Ven * | IMAvandeven*\n\nFashionDesign Consultant Close to Body Fashion\n\nwww.imavandeven.com\n\n*New\nwebsite coming soon\n\n\n\n\nThis email (and\/or attachments) is confidential and may be privileged. Use\nor disclosure of it by anyone other than a designated addressee is\nunauthorized.\nIf you are not an intended recipient, please delete this e-mail from the\ncomputer on which you received it. We thank you for notifying us\nimmediately.\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.imavandeven.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Thank you for your understanding, Inge. I appreciate your patience as we review the technical packs.\n\nOnce our technical team has completed their evaluation, I will ensure to provide you with the following information:\n\n- Ex-works pricing per style and colourway at the minimum order quantity.\n- Lead times for sampling and bulk production.\n- Confirmation of fabric availability or suitable alternatives.\n\nI will keep you updated on the progress and will reach out as soon as I have the requested details. Thank you again for your support, and I look forward to continuing our conversation.",
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            "content": "Thank you for the update.\n\nOn Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 8:58\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Thank you for your understanding, Inge. I appreciate your patience as we\n> review the technical packs.\n>\n> Once our technical team has completed their evaluation, I will ensure to\n> provide you with the following information:\n>\n> - Ex-works pricing per style and colourway at the minimum order quantity.\n> - Lead times for sampling and bulk production.\n> - Confirmation of fabric availability or suitable alternatives.\n>\n> I will keep you updated on the progress and will reach out as soon as I\n> have the requested details. Thank you again for your support, and I look\n> forward to continuing our conversation.\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: matilde@portugaltextile.com\n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila\n> do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget]  [image: Portugal\n> Textile]  [image: Portugal Shoes]\n> \n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n\n-- \n\n\nKindest Regards,\n\nInge van de Ven * | IMAvandeven*\n\nFashionDesign Consultant Close to Body Fashion\n\nwww.imavandeven.com\n\n*New\nwebsite coming soon\n\n\n\n\nThis email (and\/or attachments) is confidential and may be privileged. Use\nor disclosure of it by anyone other than a designated addressee is\nunauthorized.\nIf you are not an intended recipient, please delete this e-mail from the\ncomputer on which you received it. We thank you for notifying us\nimmediately.\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.imavandeven.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Thank you for your message, Inge. \n\nIf you have any further questions or need additional information while we await the technical team's review, please feel free to reach out. I appreciate your patience and look forward to providing you with the details soon.",
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