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            "content": "Hello,\n\nMy name is Sabine, and I am currently developing a new premium women's\nwellness and activewear brand.\n\nThe brand is focused on creating elevated everyday activewear using\npredominantly *certified organic cotton*, with a minimal amount of elastane\nwhere stretch and recovery are required.\n\nThe aesthetic is minimalist, feminine, sophisticated and timeless, inspired\nby premium wellness brands, but with our own original designs, branding and\nspecifications.\n\nWe are currently looking for a *long-term manufacturing partner in\nPortugal* who\ncan assist with fabric sourcing, pattern development, prototyping, sampling\nand eventually production.\nCOLLECTION\n\nOur first collection will focus on a small number of premium pieces:\n\n   1. Full-length fitted tops with built-in sports bra\n   2. Slightly shorter fitted tops with built-in sports bra\n   3. High-waisted biker shorts\n   4. High-waisted leggings\n   5. Flared yoga pants\n   6. Potentially additional relaxed everyday pieces in future collections\n\nThe clothing is intended for Pilates, walking, wellness, travel, everyday\nwear and low-to-medium intensity activities.\nFABRIC DEVELOPMENT\n\nThis is extremely important to us.\n\nFor the activewear pieces, we would like to develop and compare *two fabric\ncompositions*:\n\n*Prototype A:*\n95% certified organic cotton\n5% elastane\/spandex\n\n*Prototype B:*\n92% certified organic cotton\n8% elastane\/spandex\n\nWe would like to compare both versions for:\n\n   - stretch\n   - recovery\n   - softness\n   - opacity\n   - durability\n   - shape retention\n   - comfort\n   - breathability\n   - performance during movement\n   - pilling after washing\n\nOur preferred starting point is a *premium knitted\/interlock fabric*,\napproximately *300\u2013330 GSM*, subject to your technical recommendation.\n\nWe are open to your recommendation regarding the exact GSM, knit\nconstruction, yarn and finishing if you believe another specification would\nprovide a better result.\n\nWe are specifically looking for a fabric that feels *soft, substantial,\npremium and smooth against the skin*, while still allowing movement.\n\nWe do *not* want polyester or nylon in the activewear fabric.\nCERTIFICATION\n\nWe would like to use certified organic cotton wherever possible.\n\nPlease let us know:\n\n   - Which organic cotton certifications you currently work with\n   - Whether the fabric can be GOTS certified\n   - Whether you can provide the relevant certification documentation\n   - Which mill produces the fabric\n   - Whether the certification covers the fabric itself or the finished\n   garment\n   - Whether you can provide fabric composition documentation\n\nWe want to be completely accurate and transparent about our certification\nclaims.\nGARMENT CONSTRUCTION\n\nA very important design requirement for our bottoms is that we *do not want\na vertical center-front seam*.\n\nThe front of the leggings, biker shorts and flared pants should have a\nclean, seamless appearance.\n\nWe would like the pattern to be engineered so that the front remains free\nfrom a conventional center-front rise seam while maintaining:\n\n   - comfort\n   - security\n   - good fit\n   - durability\n   - freedom of movement\n\nWe can provide reference images and technical drawings separately.\nTOPS\n\nOur tops should have an integrated built-in sports bra\/shelf bra.\n\nWe are considering:\n\n   - double-layer construction\n   - internal elastic support\n   - no removable foam cups\n   - clean minimal exterior\n   - supportive but comfortable fit\n\nWe would like your recommendation regarding the best construction for a\ncotton\/elastane fabric.\nDESIGN AESTHETIC\n\nThe overall aesthetic is:\n\n   - minimalist\n   - premium\n   - feminine\n   - understated\n   - wellness-focused\n   - timeless\n   - clean\n   - sophisticated\n\nOur initial colour palette will focus on:\n\n   - Dark navy \/ deep blue\n   - Dark brown \/ espresso\n   - Black\n   - Dark forest green\n   - Dark grey \/ charcoal\n\nWe may also use subtle white or off-white stitching\/details where\nappropriate.\n\nWe prefer *tonal branding* rather than large visible logos.\n\nWe do not currently have our final logo, so the logo\/branding details will\nbe supplied later.\nPROTOTYPES\n\nAt the first stage, we would like to develop prototypes before committing\nto bulk production.\n\nOur intention is to develop *two fabric versions*:\n\n*Prototype 1 \u2014 95\/5*\n\n95% organic cotton\n5% elastane\n\n*Prototype 2 \u2014 92\/8*\n\n92% organic cotton\n8% elastane\n\nWe would like to use the same garment designs in both fabrics wherever\ntechnically possible so that we can make a direct comparison.\n\nWe would then test the prototypes for fit, comfort, opacity, stretch,\nrecovery and washing performance before deciding which composition will\nbecome our main activewear fabric.\nSAMPLING\n\nCould you please let us know:\n\n   1. Do you offer custom pattern development?\n   2. Do you work from technical packs?\n   3. Can you develop patterns from reference images\/sketches?\n   4. Can you produce prototypes before bulk production?\n   5. What is your prototype\/sample cost?\n   6. What is your sample development timeline?\n   7. How many rounds of revisions are included?\n   8. Can you source the organic cotton\/elastane fabric for us?\n   9. Can you develop both the 95\/5 and 92\/8 fabrics?\n   10. What is the minimum order quantity for production?\n   11. Is the MOQ per style, colour or total order?\n   12. Can you accommodate small initial production runs for a new brand?\n   13. What is your approximate production lead time?\n   14. Can you provide size grading?\n   15. Can you produce custom labels and packaging?\n   16. Can you arrange quality control before shipment?\n   17. Do you ship internationally within Europe?\n\nINITIAL PRODUCTION\n\nWe are planning to start with a relatively small first production run and\nincrease quantities as the brand develops.\n\nWe are looking for a *long-term relationship rather than a one-time order*.\n\nQuality is more important to us than achieving the absolute lowest price.\n\nOur objective is to create a premium product that customers can wear\nrepeatedly and for many years.\nWHAT WE WOULD LIKE FROM YOU\n\nIf this project is within your capabilities, could you please send us:\n\n   - Company profile\n   - Factory location\n   - Photos\/videos of your production facility\n   - Product\/manufacturing capabilities\n   - Relevant certifications\n   - Organic cotton fabric options\n   - Available cotton\/elastane compositions\n   - Fabric GSM options\n   - Fabric swatches, if available\n   - Prototype\/sample pricing\n   - MOQ\n   - Production pricing\n   - Estimated lead times\n   - Pattern development costs\n   - Sampling costs\n   - Custom label options\n   - Packaging options\n   - Payment terms\n   - Shipping options\n\nWe would also be interested to know whether you have experience\nmanufacturing *premium women's activewear, Pilates wear, wellness clothing\nor similar products using organic cotton\/elastane fabrics*.\n\nIf possible, please also let us know whether you can source a *95% organic\ncotton \/ 5% elastane interlock* suitable for premium activewear.\n\nWe are happy to send our full technical package, measurement specifications\nand visual references once we confirm that the project is suitable for your\nfactory.\n\nThank you very much.\n\nI look forward to hearing from you and hopefully developing a long-term\npartnership.\n\nKind regards,\n\nSabine",
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            "content": "Hello Sabine,\n\nThank you for reaching out and providing such detailed information about your brand and project. It sounds like an exciting venture, and we would be delighted to explore the possibility of working together.\n\nTo proceed, I need to gather some specific details to ensure we can meet your requirements:\n\n1. **Tech Pack or Physical Sample:** Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample for the activewear pieces you wish to develop?\n2. **Quantities:** What is the total quantity you intend to produce, and how many styles are you planning to create?\n3. **Desired Delivery Date:** What is your desired delivery date for the initial production run?\n4. **Target Price:** What is your maximum target production price per style?\n\nRegarding your questions about our capabilities:\n\n- We do work from Tech Packs and can develop patterns from reference images\/sketches.\n- We can produce prototypes before bulk production, and the cost of a sample depends on the specific product and complexity of the design.\n- Our minimum order quantity for activewear is 200 units per style.\n- We hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, which guarantees our commitment to environmentally and socially responsible production.\n\nOnce I have the above details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. Please note that shipping instructions and further details will be provided after our technical team reviews and approves the complete project data.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,  \nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you very much for your detailed response. I\u2019m excited to explore the\npossibility of working together.\n\nAt this stage, I have a *mood board and reference images* for the\ncollection rather than finished tech packs or physical samples. I would\nlike to start with *8 activewear styles, designed as matching sets*.\n\nMy priority at this stage is to develop and test the products properly\nbefore committing to bulk production. I would definitely like to\nproduce *samples\/prototypes\nfirst*, so I can evaluate the fabric, quality, fit, construction, finishing\nand overall look of the pieces and make any necessary adjustments.\n\nI also wanted to ask whether it would be possible for me to *visit your\nfactory in person*. I would love to meet the team, see the production\nfacilities, discuss the collection in more detail and look at the fabrics\nand development process. I believe this would be very helpful at this early\nstage.\n\nRegarding the MOQ of 200 units per style, could you please clarify whether\nthis means:\n\n   -\n\n   200 units per individual style\/design\n   -\n\n   or 200 complete sets\n   -\n\n   and whether the MOQ applies per colour as well?\n\nAs we are starting with 8 sets, I would also appreciate knowing whether\nthere is flexibility with the initial MOQ during the development\/launch\nstage.\n\nRegarding the delivery date, I would prefer *not to set a firm delivery\ndate yet*, as this will depend on the sampling and development process.\nOnce I have reviewed the samples, approved the fabrics, fit and final\ndesigns, we can establish a realistic production and delivery timeline\ntogether.\n\nAs the brand will focus on *organic activewear*, could you also please send\nme information about the fabrics you normally use for activewear, including:\n\n   -\n\n   Fabric composition and available options\n   -\n\n   Whether the fabrics themselves are GOTS certified\n   -\n\n   Available fabric weights\n   -\n\n   Stretch\/recovery and performance characteristics\n   -\n\n   Colour options\n   -\n\n   Whether you can provide fabric certificates\/test reports\n   -\n\n   Whether you can source fabrics according to specific references or\n   compositions\n\nI would also like to understand a little more about your sampling process,\nincluding the estimated sample cost, development timeline and how many\nrounds of revisions are normally possible before bulk production.\n\nAt this point, I\u2019m still in the development and evaluation stage, so I\nwould like to first see the quality of the samples and understand how you\nwork before making any commitments regarding the full production quantity.\n\nPlease let me know if there is any other information you need from me at\nthis stage. I\u2019m happy to share my mood board and reference images for the\ncollection.\n\nLooking forward to hearing from you and hopefully arranging a visit to the\nfactory.\n\nBest regards,\nSabine\n\nOn Wed, Aug 26, 2026 at 5:43\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sabine,\n>\n> Thank you for reaching out and providing such detailed information about\n> your brand and project. It sounds like an exciting venture, and we would be\n> delighted to explore the possibility of working together.\n>\n> To proceed, I need to gather some specific details to ensure we can meet\n> your requirements:\n>\n> 1. *Tech Pack or Physical Sample:* Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical\n> Sample for the activewear pieces you wish to develop?\n> 2. *Quantities:* What is the total quantity you intend to produce, and\n> how many styles are you planning to create?\n> 3. *Desired Delivery Date:* What is your desired delivery date for the\n> initial production run?\n> 4. *Target Price:* What is your maximum target production price per style?\n>\n> Regarding your questions about our capabilities:\n>\n> - We do work from Tech Packs and can develop patterns from reference\n> images\/sketches.\n> - We can produce prototypes before bulk production, and the cost of a\n> sample depends on the specific product and complexity of the design.\n> - Our minimum order quantity for activewear is 200 units per style.\n> - We hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, which\n> guarantees our commitment to environmentally and socially responsible\n> production.\n>\n> Once I have the above details, I can better assess your project and guide\n> you on the next steps. Please note that shipping instructions and further\n> details will be provided after our technical team reviews and approves the\n> complete project data.\n>\n> Looking forward to your response.\n>\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 Sabine,\n\nThank you for your detailed response and for sharing more about your project. It sounds like you have a clear vision for your brand, and we're excited to potentially be a part of it.\n\nRegarding your questions:\n\n1. **Tech Pack or Physical Sample:** Since you have a mood board and reference images, we can work from these to start the development process. However, having a Tech Pack or Physical Sample will be necessary as we move forward to ensure precise production.\n\n2. **MOQ Clarification:** The minimum order quantity of 200 units applies per individual style\/design, not per complete set. This means 200 units per style, and the MOQ applies per colour as well.\n\n3. **Factory Visit:** At this initial stage, we do not arrange factory visits. Once we receive all the required details and our technical team approves your project, they will contact you directly to arrange a meeting if necessary.\n\n4. **Flexible Delivery Date:** It's perfectly fine to keep the delivery date flexible at this stage. We can establish a realistic timeline once the samples are reviewed and approved.\n\n5. **Fabric Information:** We can provide information about the fabrics we use for activewear, including composition, certification, weights, and performance characteristics, once we have a clearer understanding of your specific needs.\n\n6. **Sampling Process:** The cost of a sample depends on the specific product and complexity of the design. The exact sample cost can only be confirmed after our team evaluates the mood board and reference images. Typically, the development timeline for samples is 6\u20138 weeks.\n\nTo proceed, could you please provide your maximum target production price per style? This will help us evaluate the project alignment before moving forward with technical costing.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,  \nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for clarifying everything and for your detailed response.\n\nI completely understand that your technical team needs to review the\nproject before confirming exact costs and fabric options. I\u2019m happy to\nprovide my mood board, reference images and the details of the collection\nso your team can properly assess it.\n\nAt the same time, as this is the beginning of the relationship and I am\nplanning to build the brand for the long term, I would really appreciate a\nlittle more information about your previous work before moving into a 6\u20138\nweek sampling process.\n\nWould it be possible for you to share some examples or photographs of\n*activewear\nthat you have previously produced*, particularly projects using organic,\nGOTS-certified, sustainable or non-toxic materials?\n\nI completely understand if you cannot disclose the names of your clients or\nany confidential information. Even examples of the types of activewear you\nhave manufactured, the fabrics used, and the quality\/finishing would be\nvery helpful for me to understand your capabilities and whether your\nproduction is aligned with the quality level I am looking for.\n\nI would also be interested to know whether you have previously worked\nwith *international\nor European activewear brands*, particularly brands focused on\nsustainability, organic materials or non-toxic production.\n\nRegarding the MOQ, thank you for clarifying that it is 200 units per style\nand per colour. Since I am starting with 8 styles, this is something I will\nneed to plan carefully. For the initial launch, I would potentially like to\nstart with a limited number of colours and sizes, depending on the sampling\nand final development.\n\nRegarding the target price, I don't want to give you a fixed maximum before\nunderstanding exactly what is possible with the fabrics, construction,\nquality and details I am looking for. I would rather make sure the product\nis right first rather than choose materials or construction based only on\nachieving a certain price.\n\nThat said, I am aiming for a *premium activewear product*, with\nhigh-quality fabrics, excellent fit, durability and sustainable\/non-toxic\nmaterials. I would be happy to discuss an indicative target price once your\nteam has seen the mood board and understands the level of product I am\nlooking to create.\n\nI am also happy to share the mood board and reference images with you at\nthis stage.\n\nOne other point I would appreciate clarification on: when you mention that\na Tech Pack or physical sample will be necessary as we move forward,\nis the *Tech\nPack something your team can develop for us based on our mood board and\nreferences*, or would I need to have this prepared externally before the\nsampling stage?\n\nI am very open and transparent about my project, including the collection,\nquantities and vision, and I would like to establish the same level of\ntransparency from the beginning with the manufacturing partner I choose.\nSince I am looking to develop a long-term relationship rather than simply\nplace a one-time order, understanding your capabilities, fabrics and\nprevious experience is very important to me.\n\nOnce I have a better understanding of these points, I will be happy to send\nover the full mood board and collection details for your technical team to\nreview.\n\nThank you again, and I look forward to hearing from you.\n\nBest regards,\nSabine\n\nOn Wed, Aug 26, 2026 at 5:48\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sabine,\n>\n> Thank you for your detailed response and for sharing more about your\n> project. It sounds like you have a clear vision for your brand, and we're\n> excited to potentially be a part of it.\n>\n> Regarding your questions:\n>\n> 1. *Tech Pack or Physical Sample:* Since you have a mood board and\n> reference images, we can work from these to start the development process.\n> However, having a Tech Pack or Physical Sample will be necessary as we move\n> forward to ensure precise production.\n>\n> 2. *MOQ Clarification:* The minimum order quantity of 200 units applies\n> per individual style\/design, not per complete set. This means 200 units per\n> style, and the MOQ applies per colour as well.\n>\n> 3. *Factory Visit:* At this initial stage, we do not arrange factory\n> visits. Once we receive all the required details and our technical team\n> approves your project, they will contact you directly to arrange a meeting\n> if necessary.\n>\n> 4. *Flexible Delivery Date:* It's perfectly fine to keep the delivery\n> date flexible at this stage. We can establish a realistic timeline once the\n> samples are reviewed and approved.\n>\n> 5. *Fabric Information:* We can provide information about the fabrics we\n> use for activewear, including composition, certification, weights, and\n> performance characteristics, once we have a clearer understanding of your\n> specific needs.\n>\n> 6. *Sampling Process:* The cost of a sample depends on the specific\n> product and complexity of the design. The exact sample cost can only be\n> confirmed after our team evaluates the mood board and reference images.\n> Typically, the development timeline for samples is 6\u20138 weeks.\n>\n> To proceed, could you please provide your maximum target production price\n> per style? This will help us evaluate the project alignment before moving\n> forward with technical costing.\n>\n> Looking forward to your response.\n>\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 Sabine,\n\nThank you for your understanding and for sharing more about your project. I appreciate your interest in learning about our previous work and capabilities.\n\nRegarding your request for examples of activewear we have produced, I will forward your inquiry to our technical team. They will be able to provide you with more information about our experience with similar projects, particularly those involving organic and sustainable materials. Please note that while we can share general information about our capabilities, we must respect the confidentiality agreements with our clients.\n\nAs for the Tech Pack, we do not develop Tech Packs internally. You would need to have this prepared externally before the sampling stage. However, we can work from detailed mood boards and reference images to start the development process.\n\nRegarding the target price, I understand your position. However, to proceed with the evaluation, our technical team requires a maximum target production price per style. This helps us ensure that the project aligns with your budget and our production capabilities. Could you please provide an indicative range or maximum amount you would be comfortable working with?\n\nOnce we have this information, along with your mood board and reference images, we can proceed with a more detailed assessment of your project.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,  \nMatilde Azevedo",
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