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            "content": "Hello,\n\nMy name is Rikke Ullereng, and I am currently developing a new brand called\n*ruerues*.\n\nI am looking for a reliable manufacturing partner and would love the\nopportunity to schedule a meeting with you via Teams or Zoom to learn more\nabout your capabilities and explore whether we could be a good fit for a\nlong-term collaboration.\n\nDuring the meeting, I would like to discuss topics such as:\n\n   - Minimum order quantities (MOQs)\n   - Fabric and textile options\n   - Custom patterns and unique design possibilities\n   - Sampling process and sample pricing\n   - Production timelines\n   - Pricing structure\n   - Communication and collaboration processes\n   - Opportunities for building a long-term partnership\n\nFor me, clear communication, quality, and transparency are very important.\nI would like to better understand what is possible from a production\nperspective and how we could work together to build a strong and lasting\npartnership.\n\nI am also very interested in visiting your facilities in Portugal. I\nbelieve meeting in person is a great way to establish a strong working\nrelationship, and I would be happy to travel to meet your team at a time\nthat is convenient for you.\n\nFor an initial online meeting, I am available on Wednesday or Thursday at\n16:00 Norwegian time (CET), but I am happy to adjust if another time suits\nyou better.\n\nI look forward to hearing from you and learning more about your company.\n\nKind regards,\n\nRikke Ullereng\nFounder, *ruerues*\nrikkeullereng@gmail.com",
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            "content": "Hello Rikke,\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. Product Category: What type of product do you want to develop (e.g., T-shirts, Shoes, Swimwear, etc.)?\n4. Designs: Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us?\n\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. \n\nAt this initial stage, we do not schedule calls. Once we receive all the required details and our technical team approves your project, they will contact you directly to arrange a meeting. \n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for the quick response.\n\n- *Brand*: I am currently developing a new swimwear brand called Ruerues.\nThe website is currently under development and is not yet live. I also plan\nto officially register the company as soon as all the necessary details and\npreparations are finalized.\n- *Location*: I am based in Norway.\n- *Product Category:* Swimwear.\n- *Designs*: I am currently finalizing the designs and will be able to\nprovide Tech Packs shortly. I can also share reference images, inspiration,\nand detailed specifications during our meeting.\n\n\nOn Mon, Jun 8, 2026 at 1:33\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Rikke,\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 Name\n> 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.)?\n> 4. Designs: Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us?\n>\n> Once I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you\n> on the next steps.\n>\n> At this initial stage, we do not schedule calls. Once we receive all the\n> required details and our technical team approves your project, they will\n> contact you directly to arrange a meeting.\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>",
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            "content": "Hello Rikke,\n\nThank you for providing the details.\n\nTo proceed, I need to confirm a couple of important points:\n\n1. **Tech Packs\/Samples**: Since you mentioned that you will be able to provide Tech Packs shortly, please let me know if you have a physical sample (an actual garment) that you can ship to our office in Portugal.\n\n2. **Quantities**: What is the total quantity you intend to produce, and how many styles do you plan to create? Please specify if the quantity is per style or the total for all styles.\n\n3. **Timeline**: What is your desired delivery date?\n\n4. **Target Price**: What is your target production price per style?\n\nOnce I have this information, 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 again,\n\nThank you for your reply.\n\nPlease find my answers below:\n\n   1. Tech Packs \/ Samples:\n\nAt this stage, I do not have a physical sample available to ship. I am\ncurrently finalizing the designs and technical specifications and will be\nable to provide Tech Packs shortly. In the meantime, I would be happy to\nshare reference images, sketches, and design details.\n\nIt would also be helpful to understand your preferred Tech Pack format, as\nI know different manufacturers often work with different templates and\nrequirements.\n\n   2. Quantities:\n\nAs this is a new brand, I am currently evaluating the most suitable\nproduction quantities. My initial collection will consist of a few swimwear\nstyles, and I would appreciate discussing your MOQ requirements and\nrecommendations for a first production run. My goal is to establish a\nlong-term partnership and scale production over time.\n\n   3. Timeline:\n\nI am currently targeting a launch for the Spring\/Summer season next year,\nbut I am flexible and would like to discuss realistic development and\nproduction timelines with your team.\n\nIdeally, I would like to begin the sampling process as soon as possible so\nthat I have sufficient time to properly test the products and refine the\ndesigns. My ambition is to introduce several new styles throughout next\nyear, and I believe that using the coming months efficiently will help\ncreate a smoother and less stressful process for both your team and mine.\n\n   4. Target Price:\n\nAt this stage, I am still assessing production costs and would appreciate\nyour guidance based on the product specifications, fabrics, and quantities.\nMy focus is on achieving a high-quality product while maintaining\ncompetitive pricing.\n\nAs mentioned previously, I would also welcome the opportunity to arrange an\nintroductory Teams or Zoom meeting and, if possible, visit your facilities\nin Portugal to discuss the project in more detail.\n\nI look forward to hearing from you.\n\nKind regards,\n\nRikke Ullereng\nFounder, Ruerues\n\nOn Mon, Jun 8, 2026 at 1:39\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Rikke,\n>\n> Thank you for providing the details.\n>\n> To proceed, I need to confirm a couple of important points:\n>\n> 1. *Tech Packs\/Samples*: Since you mentioned that you will be able to\n> provide Tech Packs shortly, please let me know if you have a physical\n> sample (an actual garment) that you can ship to our office in Portugal.\n>\n> 2. *Quantities*: What is the total quantity you intend to produce, and\n> how many styles do you plan to create? Please specify if the quantity is\n> per style or the total for all styles.\n>\n> 3. *Timeline*: What is your desired delivery date?\n>\n> 4. *Target Price*: What is your target production price per style?\n>\n> Once I have this information, I can better assess your project and guide\n> you 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>",
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            "content": "Hello Rikke,\n\nThank you for your detailed response.\n\nRegarding the points you've raised:\n\n1. **Tech Packs\/Samples**: I understand that you do not have a physical sample at this stage. Please feel free to share your Tech Packs once they are ready. As for the format, we typically work with standard Tech Packs that include detailed specifications, materials, and construction details. \n\n2. **Quantities**: Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for swimwear is 200 units per style. If you are considering fewer than this, we can discuss options, but please note that our minimums are non-negotiable. Could you confirm if you are willing to meet this MOQ?\n\n3. **Timeline**: Given your target for the Spring\/Summer season next year, we typically require a minimum of 5 months for the entire production cycle, including sampling and production. This timeline accounts for the high standards of Portuguese textile production. If you are looking to start the sampling process soon, we can aim for a feasible timeline based on your launch date.\n\n4. **Target Price**: I appreciate your focus on quality and competitive pricing. However, I need to know your target production price per style to better assist you.\n\nOnce I have confirmation on the quantities and your target price, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. \n\nAt this initial stage, we do not schedule calls. Once we receive all the required details and our technical team approves your project, they will contact you directly to arrange a meeting.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hello again,\n\nThank you for your reply and for providing more information about your\nrequirements.\n\nRegarding the MOQ of 200 units per style, I understand and respect your\nproduction requirements. Producing around 200 units per style may certainly\nbe possible, but it will depend largely on the final unit cost and the\noverall investment required to launch the collection. As a new brand, it is\nimportant for me to fully understand the financial commitment before making\nany final decisions regarding quantities.\n\nThe reason I initially requested a meeting is that I would like to discuss\nthe overall timeline, development process, production plan, and strategy.\nAs I am in the early stages of building the brand, it is important for me\nto understand the costs involved, what is realistically achievable in the\nbeginning, and how we can best structure the project for long-term success.\n\nMy main focus for Ruerues is fit and functionality. I want to create a\nswimwear brand with an exceptional fit, and one of the concepts I would\nlike to offer is the possibility for customers to choose different sizes\nfor the top and bottom while still purchasing them as a complete set. For\nexample, a customer may choose a size Small top and a size Medium bottom\nwithin the same bikini set.\n\nIn addition, I would like to develop unique bottom silhouettes and fits\nthat cater to different body types and preferences. Is this something your\nteam has experience with, and would it be possible to develop such a\nconcept together?\n\nTo help move things forward, please feel free to send me any questions,\nrequirements, or information you need from my side. I will set aside time\nthis afternoon to go through everything carefully and provide as much\ndetail as possible.\n\nMy goal is to gather enough information to begin budgeting properly and\nunderstand the expected costs for sampling, development, and production. If\nyour team is able to provide any preliminary pricing estimates or price\nranges based on the information available, that would be extremely helpful\nand would allow me to move forward with the budgeting process and return to\nyou with a more detailed plan.\n\nRegarding pricing, my target retail price is approximately NOK 800 for a\ncomplete bikini set (top and bottom). I understand that many factors\ninfluence the final production cost, but I wanted to provide this\ninformation to help give context to the positioning of the brand and the\nproduct.\n\nI am currently finalizing the designs and Tech Packs and will share these\nwith you as soon as they are ready.\n\nThank you again for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing\nfrom you and hopefully exploring the possibility of working together.\n\nKind regards,\n\nRikke Ullereng\nFounder, Ruerues\n\nOn Mon, Jun 8, 2026 at 1:56\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Rikke,\n>\n> Thank you for your detailed response.\n>\n> Regarding the points you've raised:\n>\n> 1. *Tech Packs\/Samples*: I understand that you do not have a physical\n> sample at this stage. Please feel free to share your Tech Packs once they\n> are ready. As for the format, we typically work with standard Tech Packs\n> that include detailed specifications, materials, and construction details.\n>\n> 2. *Quantities*: Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for swimwear is 200\n> units per style. If you are considering fewer than this, we can discuss\n> options, but please note that our minimums are non-negotiable. Could you\n> confirm if you are willing to meet this MOQ?\n>\n> 3. *Timeline*: Given your target for the Spring\/Summer season next year,\n> we typically require a minimum of 5 months for the entire production cycle,\n> including sampling and production. This timeline accounts for the high\n> standards of Portuguese textile production. If you are looking to start the\n> sampling process soon, we can aim for a feasible timeline based on your\n> launch date.\n>\n> 4. *Target Price*: I appreciate your focus on quality and competitive\n> pricing. However, I need to know your target production price per style to\n> better assist you.\n>\n> Once I have confirmation on the quantities and your target price, I can\n> better assess your project and guide you on the next steps.\n>\n> At this initial stage, we do not schedule calls. Once we receive all the\n> required details and our technical team approves your project, they will\n> contact you directly to arrange a meeting.\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>",
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            "content": "Hello Rikke,\n\nThank you for your thoughtful response and for sharing your vision for Ruerues.\n\nI appreciate your understanding of our MOQ of 200 units per style. It\u2019s essential to ensure that the financial commitment aligns with your brand's goals. \n\nRegarding your concept of offering different sizes for the top and bottom of bikini sets, our team does have experience in developing unique silhouettes and fits that cater to various body types. We can certainly explore this concept together once we have your Tech Packs and designs finalized.\n\nAs for preliminary pricing estimates, I must clarify that accurate pricing can only be provided after our technical team analyzes your Tech Pack or physical sample and confirms the final quantities. However, knowing your target retail price of NOK 800 for a complete bikini set helps us understand your positioning.\n\nTo move forward, I still need to confirm the following:\n\n1. **Quantities**: Are you willing to meet the MOQ of 200 units per style?\n2. **Target Price**: What is your target production price per style?\n\nOnce I have this information, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. \n\nThank you for your time, and I look forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Thank you for your response and for confirming that your team has\nexperience developing custom fits and silhouettes. That is very encouraging\nto hear, as fit is one of the most important aspects of the Ruerues concept.\n\nRegarding the MOQ of 200 units per style, I am open to meeting this\nrequirement if the overall cost structure aligns with my budget and\nbusiness plan. However, as I am still in the early stages of development,\nit is difficult for me to commit to a specific quantity before I have a\nclearer understanding of the expected production costs, sampling costs, and\ndevelopment costs.\n\nThe same applies to the target production price. Since I have not yet\nfinalized the fabrics, trims, and technical details, I do not feel I can\nprovide a realistic target production price at this stage. My goal is to\ncreate a premium-quality swimwear brand with a retail price of\napproximately NOK 800 per set, but I understand that the final production\ncost will depend on several factors.\n\nTo help me move forward, would it be possible for you to provide some\ngeneral guidance based on your experience? For example:\n\n   - Typical production price ranges for premium swimwear sets manufactured\n   in Portugal\n   - Estimated sample and development costs\n   - Any additional costs I should be aware of when starting a new swimwear\n   brand\n\nThis would help me understand the level of investment required and allow me\nto create a realistic budget before committing to quantities.\n\nIn the meantime, please feel free to send over any additional questions or\nrequirements you may have. I will dedicate time to reviewing everything\ncarefully and gathering as much information as possible from my side so\nthat we can move the project forward efficiently.\n\nI am currently finalizing the designs and Tech Packs and expect to send you\nTech Packs for two bikini styles and one swimsuit either later this evening\nor tomorrow morning. This should give your technical team a better\nunderstanding of the collection and hopefully allow for a more accurate\nevaluation of the project.\n\nThank you again for your time and support. I look forward to hearing from\nyou.\n\nBest regards,\n\nRikke Ullereng\n\nman. 8. juni 2026 kl. 14:09 skrev Matilde Azevedo :\n\n> Hello Rikke,\n>\n> Thank you for your thoughtful response and for sharing your vision for\n> Ruerues.\n>\n> I appreciate your understanding of our MOQ of 200 units per style. It\u2019s\n> essential to ensure that the financial commitment aligns with your brand's\n> goals.\n>\n> Regarding your concept of offering different sizes for the top and bottom\n> of bikini sets, our team does have experience in developing unique\n> silhouettes and fits that cater to various body types. We can certainly\n> explore this concept together once we have your Tech Packs and designs\n> finalized.\n>\n> As for preliminary pricing estimates, I must clarify that accurate pricing\n> can only be provided after our technical team analyzes your Tech Pack or\n> physical sample and confirms the final quantities. However, knowing your\n> target retail price of NOK 800 for a complete bikini set helps us\n> understand your positioning.\n>\n> To move forward, I still need to confirm the following:\n>\n> 1. *Quantities*: Are you willing to meet the MOQ of 200 units per style?\n> 2. *Target Price*: What is your target production price per style?\n>\n> Once I have this information, I can better assess your project and guide\n> you on the next steps.\n>\n> Thank you for your time, and I look forward to your response.\n>\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>",
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            "content": "Hello Rikke,\n\nThank you for your detailed response and for your commitment to finalizing the Tech Packs. \n\nI understand your position regarding the MOQ and target production price, and I appreciate your openness to meeting the MOQ of 200 units per style, depending on the overall cost structure.\n\nWhile I cannot provide specific pricing estimates at this stage, I can share some general guidance based on our experience:\n\n1. **Typical Production Price Ranges**: For premium swimwear sets manufactured in Portugal, production prices can vary significantly based on design complexity, fabric choices, and additional features. Generally, you might expect production prices to start around \u20ac15-\u20ac25 per unit, but this can fluctuate based on your specific requirements.\n\n2. **Estimated Sample and Development Costs**: Sample costs typically range from \u20ac50 to \u20ac150 per style, depending on the complexity of the design and materials used. Development costs can vary, but you should budget for additional fees related to prototyping and sourcing.\n\n3. **Additional Costs**: Be aware of potential costs for prints, embroideries, and any special finishes you may want to include. These can add to the overall production cost. Additionally, shipping and insurance will be your responsibility once the goods leave our factory.\n\nOnce you provide your Tech Packs for the two bikini styles and one swimsuit, our technical team will be able to give you a more accurate evaluation and help you understand the investment required for your project.\n\nPlease let me know if you have any further questions or if there\u2019s anything else you would like to discuss. I look forward to receiving your Tech Packs and continuing our conversation.\n\nThank you for your time and consideration.",
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