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            "content": "Hello,\n\nI am currently developing Formant, a London-based premium women's\nsportswear brand focused on elevated essentials made from natural materials.\n\nWe are currently looking for a sock manufacturing partner and would be\ninterested in developing two styles for women:\n\n\u2022 A classic mid-crew sports sock in black, with a clean and minimal\naesthetic. Ideally this would be made from a high percentage of cotton with\nonly a small amount of elastane for recovery, preferably bio-based if\navailable.\n\n\u2022 A second version of the same sock with a Pilates grip sole, also in black.\n\nCould you please share some information on your development process, lead\ntimes and minimum order quantities?\n\nI would be happy to provide further information on the brand and product\ndirection if helpful.\n\nI look forward to hearing from you.\n\nWarm regards,\n\nSarah\n\n-- \nSarah von Rueti\nFounder\n\n*Formant*\nformantsport.com\nStillForm Ltd.",
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            "content": "Hello Sarah,\n\nThank you for contacting us. \n\nTo provide you with an accurate quotation for your project, I need the following 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. **Tech Packs\/Samples**: Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us?\n4. **Quantities**: What is the total quantity and how many styles?\n5. **Target Price**: What is your target production price per style?\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.",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for your prompt reply.\n\nPlease find the information below:\n\n   1. Brand: Formant. We are currently in development and our website is\n   not yet live.\n   2. Location: London, United Kingdom.\n   3. Tech Packs\/Samples: We do not yet have a tech pack for the socks. At\n   this stage, we are looking to develop two styles:\n   =E2=80=A2 A classic black mid-crew sports sock with a clean, minimal aes=\nthetic.\n   =E2=80=A2 The same silhouette with a Pilates grip sole.\n\nIdeally, both styles would be made from a very high percentage of cotton\nwith only a small amount of elastane for recovery, preferably bio-based if\navailable.\n\nOne of the most important points for us is understanding whether you have\nexperience developing socks with an almost 100% cotton composition, as this\nis a key requirement for the brand.\n\nI have attached a reference image below to give an indication of the design\nand quality level we are aiming for.\n\n   4. Quantities: We are still determining initial quantities and would be\n   interested to understand your minimum order quantities for this type of\n   product.\n   5. Target Price: We are primarily focused on achieving the right quality\n   and composition and would appreciate an indication of your typical prici=\nng\n   based on the above specification.\n\nPlease let me know if you require any additional information.\n\nBest regards,\n\nSarah\n[image: Screenshot 2026-06-03 at 20.22.13.png]\n\nOn Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 20:19, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sarah,\n>\n> Thank you for contacting us.\n>\n> To provide you with an accurate quotation for your project, I need the\n> following 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. *Tech Packs\/Samples*: Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to\n> send us?\n> 4. *Quantities*: What is the total quantity and how many styles?\n> 5. *Target Price*: What is your target production price per style?\n>\n> Once I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you\n> on the next steps.\n>\n> Looking 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\nSarah von Rueti\nFounder\n\n*Formant*\nformantsport.com\nStillForm Ltd.\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (Screenshot_2026-06-03_at_20_22_13_6a20717f0abd0.png). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Sarah,\n\nThank you for the information and for sharing the reference image.\n\nRegarding your inquiry about developing socks, I want to clarify that our minimum order quantity for socks is 1,000 units per style and per color. This is a strict requirement, and I hope you can accommodate this for your project.\n\nAs for the composition, we do have experience in developing socks with a high percentage of cotton, and we can certainly explore options for bio-based elastane as well.\n\nTo proceed further, could you please confirm that you are willing to meet the minimum order quantity of 1,000 units per style? Additionally, please provide your target production price per style, as this will help us in the next steps.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for your response.\n\nThe MOQ is potentially workable for us.\n\nTo start, we are likely looking to develop a single everyday sock suitable\nfor both sport and daily wear.\n\nIdeally, we are looking to develop something similar to the German brand\nGr\u00f6do, using organic cotton as the primary fibre with approximately 2\u20134%\nelastane for recovery. We would also require support with sourcing the\nyarns and materials for the project.\n\nOur goal is a simple, elegant black sock with a premium hand feel. Ideally,\nthe materials used would be Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified.\n\nIn terms of pricing, we do not yet have a fixed target production price and\nare currently focused on achieving the right quality and composition. Based\non the reference image shared, would you be able to provide a rough\nindicative price range for this type of product?\n\nCould you please let me know how many sizes the 1,000-unit MOQ can be split\nacross?\n\nAdditionally, do you have experience producing Pilates grip socks? If we\nwere to produce 1,000 identical socks, would it be possible to apply a\nPilates grip to only a portion of the production run (for example 300\npairs), while leaving the remaining pairs as standard socks?\n\nFinally, do you have any existing private label black cotton socks that may\nbe similar to what we are looking for? If so, I would be interested in\nseeing them.\n\nMany thanks, and I look forward to hearing from you.\n\nBest regards,\n\nSarah\n\nOn Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 20:25, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sarah,\n>\n> Thank you for the information and for sharing the reference image.\n>\n> Regarding your inquiry about developing socks, I want to clarify that our\n> minimum order quantity for socks is 1,000 units per style and per color.\n> This is a strict requirement, and I hope you can accommodate this for your\n> project.\n>\n> As for the composition, we do have experience in developing socks with a\n> high percentage of cotton, and we can certainly explore options for\n> bio-based elastane as well.\n>\n> To proceed further, could you please confirm that you are willing to meet\n> the minimum order quantity of 1,000 units per style? Additionally, please\n> provide your target production price per style, as this will help us in the\n> next steps.\n>\n> Looking 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-- \nSarah von Rueti\nFounder\n\n*Formant*\nformantsport.com\nStillForm Ltd.",
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            "content": "Hello Sarah,\n\nThank you for your detailed response.\n\nRegarding your questions:\n\n1. **Sizes**: The 1,000-unit MOQ can be split across different sizes. However, please note that the minimum per size would typically be 50 units if you are offering multiple sizes. This means you could produce a variety of sizes while still meeting the overall MOQ.\n\n2. **Pilates Grip Socks**: Yes, we do have experience producing Pilates grip socks. It is indeed possible to apply the grip to a portion of the production run, such as 300 pairs, while leaving the remaining pairs as standard socks.\n\n3. **Private Label Options**: Unfortunately, we do not have existing private label black cotton socks that match your specifications. However, we can develop a custom solution based on your requirements.\n\nRegarding pricing, I must clarify that I cannot provide a rough indicative price range at this stage. Accurate pricing can only be determined after our technical team analyzes your Tech Pack and confirms the final quantities. \n\nCould you please confirm your willingness to proceed with the MOQ of 1,000 units per style? Additionally, if you have any further details about the desired specifications or any other questions, feel free to share.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for your response.\n\nYes, the MOQ of 1,000 units is something we would be willing to proceed\nwith.\n\nAs we are still at an early stage of development, I also wanted to ask\nwhether you are able to assist with the technical development of the sock\nand preparation of the Tech Pack. Our design team has extensive experience\ndeveloping apparel, but limited experience with socks specifically, so we\nwould appreciate some guidance on the technical specifications and\nconstruction.\n\nWe would also be interested in understanding how you typically approach\nyarn sourcing for projects such as this.\n\nI look forward to hearing from you.\n\nBest regards,\n\nSarah\n\n\n\nOn Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 00:03, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sarah,\n>\n> Thank you for your detailed response.\n>\n> Regarding your questions:\n>\n> 1. *Sizes*: The 1,000-unit MOQ can be split across different sizes.\n> However, please note that the minimum per size would typically be 50 units\n> if you are offering multiple sizes. This means you could produce a variety\n> of sizes while still meeting the overall MOQ.\n>\n> 2. *Pilates Grip Socks*: Yes, we do have experience producing Pilates\n> grip socks. It is indeed possible to apply the grip to a portion of the\n> production run, such as 300 pairs, while leaving the remaining pairs as\n> standard socks.\n>\n> 3. *Private Label Options*: Unfortunately, we do not have existing\n> private label black cotton socks that match your specifications. However,\n> we can develop a custom solution based on your requirements.\n>\n> Regarding pricing, I must clarify that I cannot provide a rough indicative\n> price range at this stage. Accurate pricing can only be determined after\n> our technical team analyzes your Tech Pack and confirms the final\n> quantities.\n>\n> Could you please confirm your willingness to proceed with the MOQ of 1,000\n> units per style? Additionally, if you have any further details about the\n> desired specifications or any other questions, feel free to share.\n>\n> Looking 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-- \nSarah von Rueti\nFounder\n\n*Formant*\nformantsport.com\nStillForm Ltd.",
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            "content": "Hello Sarah,\n\nThank you for confirming your willingness to proceed with the MOQ of 1,000 units.\n\nRegarding your questions about technical development and yarn sourcing, I want to clarify that we do not provide design services or create Tech Packs. However, we can certainly guide you on the technical specifications and construction aspects based on your requirements. Our team can assist in ensuring that your design aligns with manufacturing capabilities.\n\nAs for yarn sourcing, we typically work closely with trusted suppliers to source high-quality materials that meet your specifications, including organic cotton and elastane. We can help facilitate this process to ensure you receive the best materials for your project.\n\nPlease let me know if you have any further questions or if there are specific details you would like to discuss regarding the technical aspects of your sock development.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for your response.\n\nThat sounds great and it is helpful to know that you can assist with the\ntechnical specifications, construction and yarn sourcing.\n\nBefore moving forward, I would be interested to see whether you have any\nexamples of premium organic cotton socks that you have previously developed\nwhich may be similar to what we are looking for. If possible, it would be\ngreat to see the compositions and any reference images.\n\nWould it also be possible to receive a sample of a premium cotton sock that\nyou feel is representative of the quality and construction you are able to\nachieve? I think this would be very helpful in assessing whether we are\naligned before beginning development.\n\nI would also be interested to understand what the next steps in the\ndevelopment process would typically look like from your side.\n\nMany thanks and I look forward to hearing from you.\n\nBest regards,\n\nSarah\n\nOn Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 00:09, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sarah,\n>\n> Thank you for confirming your willingness to proceed with the MOQ of 1,000\n> units.\n>\n> Regarding your questions about technical development and yarn sourcing, I\n> want to clarify that we do not provide design services or create Tech\n> Packs. However, we can certainly guide you on the technical specifications\n> and construction aspects based on your requirements. Our team can assist in\n> ensuring that your design aligns with manufacturing capabilities.\n>\n> As for yarn sourcing, we typically work closely with trusted suppliers to\n> source high-quality materials that meet your specifications, including\n> organic cotton and elastane. We can help facilitate this process to ensure\n> you receive the best materials for your project.\n>\n> Please let me know if you have any further questions or if there are\n> specific details you would like to discuss regarding the technical aspects\n> of your sock development.\n>\n> Looking 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-- \nSarah von Rueti\nFounder\n\n*Formant*\nformantsport.com\nStillForm Ltd.",
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            "content": "Hello Sarah,\n\nThank you for your continued interest.\n\nUnfortunately, we do not have any existing examples of premium organic cotton socks that we can share at this stage. However, we can assure you that our production capabilities allow us to create high-quality socks that meet your specifications.\n\nRegarding samples, I must clarify that we do not send out samples until we have received a Tech Pack or physical sample for evaluation. Once we have that, we can discuss the next steps, including the possibility of sending you a sample that represents the quality and construction we can achieve.\n\nThe typical development process from our side involves the following steps:\n\n1. **Tech Pack Evaluation**: Once we receive your Tech Pack or physical sample, our technical team will review it to ensure it aligns with our manufacturing capabilities.\n2. **Quotation**: After the evaluation, we will provide you with a formal quote based on your specifications and quantities.\n3. **Production Planning**: Upon agreement on the terms, we will begin planning the production timeline and sourcing materials.\n4. **Sample Development**: We will create a sample for your approval before proceeding with the full production run.\n\nPlease let me know if you have any further questions or if there are specific details you would like to discuss regarding the development process.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nOne additional question that came to mind.\n\nAre there any brands you currently work with, or have worked with in the\npast, that you are able to share? It would be great to get a better\nunderstanding of the type of projects and quality level you typically\nsupport.\n\nMany thanks,\n\nSarah",
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            "content": "Hello Sarah,\n\nThank you for your question.\n\nUnfortunately, I cannot disclose specific brands or clients we work with due to confidentiality agreements. However, I can assure you that we have extensive experience in producing high-quality textile products, including socks, for various clients across different markets.\n\nOur focus is always on maintaining high standards of quality and craftsmanship, and we are committed to supporting our clients in achieving their desired outcomes.\n\nIf you have any further questions or need additional information, please feel free to ask.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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