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            "content": "Hello,\n\nI'm developing a small technical sportswear line for padel and I'm looking\nfor a Portuguese production partner. I'm based in Set\u00fabal and already run\nan e-commerce brand selling into the EU, so I'm familiar with the\ncommercial side \u2014 this would be my first apparel production.\n\nThe first product is a men's technical padel short, with a women's version\nto follow. The construction I need is close to standard performance shorts,\nwith one significant difference: a purpose-built pocket in the inner short\ndesigned to hold a padel ball securely during play. I have reference\ngarments from existing brands that I can send you.\n\nAt this stage I'd like to understand a few things:\n\n1. Do you produce technical performance shorts of this type in-house, or\nthrough partner units?\n2. What is your minimum order quantity per style and per colourway, and how\nmany sizes can be covered within that minimum?\n3. What does sampling cost and how long does a sampling round typically\ntake?\n4. As a rough indication, what would unit cost look like at your MOQ for a\ntwo-layer technical short in a polyester\/elastane performance fabric?\n\nI'd also be glad to hear whether this kind of project fits how you prefer\nto work.\n\nThank you \u2014 I look forward to hearing from you.\n\nBest regards,\nTamara Micallef",
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            "content": "Hello Tamara,\n\nThank you for reaching out to us. It's great to hear about your interest in developing a technical sportswear line for padel. Let me address your questions:\n\n1. We have our own production facilities for some product categories, and we also work closely with a network of specialised manufacturing partners for others. The production setup always depends on the specific product category, construction, materials, and type of design required. Regarding your specific technical requirements and machinery, I cannot confirm this at my level. I have gathered your project details and will forward them to our technical team. They will analyze your requirements and confirm directly with you how we will handle the development of your product.\n\n2. For general clothing, including technical performance shorts, our minimum order quantity is typically 200\u2013300 units per style, with a minimum of 100 units per colour. The number of sizes that can be covered within that minimum depends on the specific style and design.\n\n3. The cost of a sample depends entirely on the product and the complexity of the design. Sampling typically takes about 6\u20138 weeks.\n\n4. Accurate production pricing depends on the technical specifications, materials, construction, and final quantities, so our technical team needs to evaluate the project before confirming a quotation. Could you please provide your maximum target production price per style?\n\nAdditionally, do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample for the men's technical padel short that you can send us? This will help us better understand your design and provide more accurate feedback.\n\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for the quick and clear response \u2014 much appreciated.\n\nOn the tech pack: I don't have one yet. I'm currently sourcing reference \ngarments from existing brands in the category, and once they arrive I'll be \nable to send you a physical sample together with the specific construction \nchanges I need. I'd expect to be in a position to do that within a few \nweeks.\n\nOn target price \u2014 I'd rather give you a considered number once I've handled \nthe reference garments, but for context I'm working towards a retail price \nin the region of \u20ac65\u201375, so production cost would need to sit accordingly. \nIf that's obviously unrealistic for this construction, I'd welcome you \nsaying so now.\n\nIn the meantime, three questions that would help me plan:\n\n1. Within the 200\u2013300 unit style minimum, is the size curve flexible? I'd \nwant to weight the run towards the middle sizes rather than split evenly, to \nreduce dead stock on a first product.\n\n2. Would you consider a smaller pilot run at a higher unit cost, against a \ncommitment to a full production run once the product is proven? I'm not \nlooking to negotiate your standard MOQ down \u2014 I'd rather pay more per unit \non a first, smaller batch.\n\n3. Roughly what should I budget for sampling on a two-layer technical short, \neven as a range? I understand it depends on complexity, but a ballpark helps \nme plan.\n\nI'd also be glad to hear back from your technical team on whether this \nconstruction is something you'd produce in-house.\n\nThank you again \u2014 I'll come back to you with the sample and specifications \nshortly.\n\nBest regards,\nTamara Micallef",
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            "content": "Hello Tamara,\n\nThank you for your detailed response and for providing more context about your project.\n\n1. Within the 200\u2013300 unit minimum per style, the size curve can indeed be flexible. You can allocate more units to the middle sizes to better match your expected demand and reduce potential dead stock.\n\n2. We understand the need for a smaller pilot run to test the market. However, our minimum order quantities are non-negotiable. We do not offer smaller runs at a higher unit cost. We can only proceed with the standard MOQ.\n\n3. As for sampling costs, while I can't provide a specific range without evaluating the Tech Pack or Physical Sample, I can assure you that the cost will depend on the complexity of the design and materials used. Once you have the sample and specifications ready, our team will be able to provide a more accurate quotation.\n\nRegarding the production setup for your specific construction, I have noted your interest, and our technical team will analyze your requirements. They will confirm directly with you how we will handle the development of your product.\n\nPlease feel free to reach out once you have the physical sample and specifications ready. We look forward to assisting you further.\n\nBest regards,",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you \u2014 that's clear on all three points.\n\nI'll come back to you once I have the physical sample and specifications \nready.\n\nIn the meantime, I'd still be glad to hear from your technical team on \nwhether the construction is something you'd produce in-house, as that will \nhelp me plan.\n\nBest regards,\nTamara Micallef",
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            "content": "Hello Tamara,\n\nThank you for your understanding. I've forwarded your project details to our technical team, and they will analyze your requirements. They will get back to you directly regarding whether the construction can be produced in-house or through our specialized partners.\n\nWe look forward to receiving your physical sample and specifications when you're ready.\n\nBest regards,",
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