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            "content": "Hi,\n\n\nMy name is Apollonia and I run a clothing brand in Wales called Happy\nDragon. We're looking for a manufacturing partner to produce custom hoodies\nwith rhinestone prints\/designs, and your factory came up as a strong fit\nfor creating hoodies.\n\n\nWould a rhinestoning service be something you'd be able to do?\n\n\nIf this is something you would be able to work on, let me know and we can\ntalk further on quantities and samples.\n\n\nThank you,\n\n\nApollonia.",
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            "content": "Hello Apollonia,\n\nThank you for contacting us and considering us for your custom hoodie production. We can certainly explore the possibility of incorporating rhinestone prints\/designs into your hoodies.\n\nTo proceed, I would need a bit more information to better understand your project:\n\n1. **Designs:** Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample for the hoodies?\n2. **Quantities:** What is the total quantity you are looking to produce, and how many styles do you have in mind?\n3. **Desired delivery date:** What is your desired delivery date for the hoodies?\n4. **Target Price:** What is your maximum target production price per hoodie?\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,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\n\nThank you for getting back to us so quickly.\n\n\nIn answer to your questions:\n\n\n\n   1. *Designs* - We don=E2=80=99t have a tech pack at the moment or physic=\nal\n   sample. We have an image reference which I have attached to this email. =\nLet\n   us know if this type of adding rhinestones would be something which woul=\nd\n   be able to be included in the process?\n   2. *Quantities *- We are looking to produce around 30-50 hoodies to\n   begin with in 1-2 styles.\n   3. *Delivery Date* - ASAP, if you could let me know about realistic\n   timelines that would be great. We are ideally looking for around October\n   time.\n   4. *Target Price* - We're still finalising our budget, but we're\n   comparing quotes from a few manufacturers for this style. Could you prov=\nide\n   pricing tiers based on quantity (e.g., 30 \/ 50 \/ 100 units) so we can se=\ne\n   how price scales?\n\n\nLooking forward to hearing back from you,\n\n\nApollonia.\n\nOn Tue, Sep 8, 2026 at 4:29=E2=80=AFPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Apollonia,\n>\n> Thank you for contacting us and considering us for your custom hoodie\n> production. We can certainly explore the possibility of incorporating\n> rhinestone prints\/designs into your hoodies.\n>\n> To proceed, I would need a bit more information to better understand your\n> project:\n>\n> 1. *Designs:* Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample for the\n> hoodies?\n> 2. *Quantities:* What is the total quantity you are looking to produce,\n> and how many styles do you have in mind?\n> 3. *Desired delivery date:* What is your desired delivery date for the\n> hoodies?\n> 4. *Target Price:* What is your maximum target production price per\n> hoodie?\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>\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> [image: Matilde Azevedo]\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com\n> www.portugaltextile.com \n> [image: Facebook]  [image:\n> Instagram]  [image: LinkedIn]\n> \n> [image: GOTS Certified] \n>\n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget Group]  [image:\n> Portugal Textile]  [image: Portugal\n> Shoes]  [image: Top SME Award]\n>  [image:\n> Export Award]\n> \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (Screenshot_2026-09-08_at_17_20_29_6aa1321e8ed55.png). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Apollonia,\n\nThank you for providing the additional details and the image reference. Regarding the rhinestone application, we can certainly consider this as part of the production process.\n\nHowever, I must inform you that our minimum order quantity for custom hoodies is 200 units per style. Unfortunately, the quantities you mentioned (30-50 units) are below our minimum requirement. If you are able to increase your order to meet our MOQ, we would be happy to proceed with further discussions.\n\nRegarding the delivery timeline, considering the current date of 8 September 2026, the earliest realistic delivery would be around February 2027. This accounts for our production lead times and the upcoming holiday closures in December.\n\nAs for the Target Price, we need a specific maximum target production price per hoodie to evaluate the project. If you can provide this information, it would help us assess the viability of your project.\n\nPlease let me know if you can adjust the quantities or if you have any flexibility in your budget.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nThat sounds great.\n\nWe can do a higher minimum order of 200 hoodies and thank you for letting\nme know delivery timelines.\nOn Target Price, we'd like you to give us an idea of what the cost would be\nper hoodie if that's possible?\n\nLooking forward to hearing back from you.\n\nA\n\n\nOn Wed, Sep 9, 2026 at 11:17\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Apollonia,\n>\n> Thank you for providing the additional details and the image reference.\n> Regarding the rhinestone application, we can certainly consider this as\n> part of the production process.\n>\n> However, I must inform you that our minimum order quantity for custom\n> hoodies is 200 units per style. Unfortunately, the quantities you mentioned\n> (30-50 units) are below our minimum requirement. If you are able to\n> increase your order to meet our MOQ, we would be happy to proceed with\n> further discussions.\n>\n> Regarding the delivery timeline, considering the current date of 8\n> September 2026, the earliest realistic delivery would be around February\n> 2027. This accounts for our production lead times and the upcoming holiday\n> closures in December.\n>\n> As for the Target Price, we need a specific maximum target production\n> price per hoodie to evaluate the project. If you can provide this\n> information, it would help us assess the viability of your project.\n>\n> Please let me know if you can adjust the quantities or if you have any\n> flexibility in your budget.\n>\n>\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> [image: Matilde Azevedo]\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com\n> www.portugaltextile.com \n> [image: Facebook]  [image:\n> Instagram]  [image: LinkedIn]\n> \n> [image: GOTS Certified] \n>\n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget Group]  [image:\n> Portugal Textile]  [image: Portugal\n> Shoes]  [image: Top SME Award]\n>  [image:\n> Export Award]\n> \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Apollonia,\n\nThank you for confirming that you can meet the minimum order quantity of 200 hoodies. Regarding the Target Price, I understand you're looking for an idea of the cost per hoodie. However, at this stage, we need to know your maximum target production price per hoodie to evaluate the project accurately.\n\nAccurate 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 the maximum amount per unit you would realistically be able to work with?\n\nOnce we have this information, we can proceed with the next steps.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nIdeally it would be between \u20ac10 - \u20ac23 per unit.\nPlease could you advise if premium quality is possible at this price?\n\nThank you\n\nOn Wed, Sep 9, 2026 at 4:33\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Apollonia,\n>\n> Thank you for confirming that you can meet the minimum order quantity of\n> 200 hoodies. Regarding the Target Price, I understand you're looking for an\n> idea of the cost per hoodie. However, at this stage, we need to know your\n> maximum target production price per hoodie to evaluate the project\n> accurately.\n>\n> Accurate production pricing depends on the technical specifications,\n> materials, construction, and final quantities, so our technical team needs\n> to evaluate the project before confirming a quotation. Could you please\n> provide the maximum amount per unit you would realistically be able to work\n> with?\n>\n> Once we have this information, we can proceed with the next steps.\n>\n>\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> [image: Matilde Azevedo]\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com\n> www.portugaltextile.com \n> [image: Facebook]  [image:\n> Instagram]  [image: LinkedIn]\n> \n> [image: GOTS Certified] \n>\n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget Group]  [image:\n> Portugal Textile]  [image: Portugal\n> Shoes]  [image: Top SME Award]\n>  [image:\n> Export Award]\n> \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "<DEBUG>\nProduct: Hoodie\nTarget: \u20ac23\nReference: \u20ac24\nCutOff: \u20ac12\nMath: Is Target <= CutOff? No\nRule: Rule B\nWarning: I must NEVER reveal the Reference price, CutOff price, or explain the math in the email body.\n<\/DEBUG>\n\nHello Apollonia,\n\nThank you for providing your target price range. Your target price of up to \u20ac23 per hoodie is close to our internal reference for premium quality production. However, I would like to ask if there is any flexibility to slightly increase your budget per unit to ensure we can meet your quality expectations, especially with the addition of rhinestone designs.\n\nPlease let me know if this is possible, and we can proceed with the next steps.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nYes, if you give us a quote for how much more at a premium quality that\nwould be great.\n\nThank you\n\nOn Wed, Sep 9, 2026 at 6:19\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Apollonia,\n>\n> Thank you for providing your target price range. Your target price of up\n> to \u20ac23 per hoodie is close to our internal reference for premium quality\n> production. However, I would like to ask if there is any flexibility to\n> slightly increase your budget per unit to ensure we can meet your quality\n> expectations, especially with the addition of rhinestone designs.\n>\n> Please let me know if this is possible, and we can proceed with the next\n> steps.\n>\n>\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> [image: Matilde Azevedo]\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com\n> www.portugaltextile.com \n> [image: Facebook]  [image:\n> Instagram]  [image: LinkedIn]\n> \n> [image: GOTS Certified] \n>\n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget Group]  [image:\n> Portugal Textile]  [image: Portugal\n> Shoes]  [image: Top SME Award]\n>  [image:\n> Export Award]\n> \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Apollonia,\n\nThank you for your willingness to consider adjusting your budget. At this stage, I am unable to provide a specific quote. Accurate pricing can only be confirmed after our technical team evaluates the complete project details, including the Tech Pack or physical sample, materials, and design complexity.\n\nIf you agree to proceed under our standard terms, I can forward your project to our technical team for a formal quote. Here are our standard financial and operational terms:\n\n- **Development Fees:** Costs depend on style (includes prototyping, sourcing, patterns, QC).\n- **Prints and Embroideries:** Additional initial cost for setting up local and digital prints, all-overs, and embroideries.\n- **Sample Cost:** Depends on the specific product and complexity of the design. The exact sample cost can only be confirmed after our team evaluates the Tech Pack or physical sample.\n- **Payment Terms:** 50% Advance \/ 50% Before Shipping (for both development and production).\n- **Shipping:** Ex-Works (Client manages\/pays shipping & insurance).\n- **Adjustments:** Can only be made after placing the final order.\n\nDo you agree to proceed under these terms?\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hey Matilde,\n\nIf we worked with a blank that a manufacturer provided which they could\nthen add rhinestones too would this speed up the process?\nWe are not necessarily looking for a factory to create a hoodie from\nscratch.\n\nLet us know if this is possible,\n\nA\n\nOn Wed, Sep 9, 2026 at 6:46\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Apollonia,\n>\n> Thank you for your willingness to consider adjusting your budget. At this\n> stage, I am unable to provide a specific quote. Accurate pricing can only\n> be confirmed after our technical team evaluates the complete project\n> details, including the Tech Pack or physical sample, materials, and design\n> complexity.\n>\n> If you agree to proceed under our standard terms, I can forward your\n> project to our technical team for a formal quote. Here are our standard\n> financial and operational terms:\n>\n> - *Development Fees:* Costs depend on style (includes prototyping,\n> sourcing, patterns, QC).\n> - *Prints and Embroideries:* Additional initial cost for setting up local\n> and digital prints, all-overs, and embroideries.\n> - *Sample Cost:* Depends on the specific product and complexity of the\n> design. The exact sample cost can only be confirmed after our team\n> evaluates the Tech Pack or physical sample.\n> - *Payment Terms:* 50% Advance \/ 50% Before Shipping (for both\n> development and production).\n> - *Shipping:* Ex-Works (Client manages\/pays shipping & insurance).\n> - *Adjustments:* Can only be made after placing the final order.\n>\n> Do you agree to proceed under these terms?\n>\n>\n>\n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> [image: Matilde Azevedo]\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com\n> www.portugaltextile.com \n> [image: Facebook]  [image:\n> Instagram]  [image: LinkedIn]\n> \n> [image: GOTS Certified] \n>\n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> [image: Absolutarget Group]  [image:\n> Portugal Textile]  [image: Portugal\n> Shoes]  [image: Top SME Award]\n>  [image:\n> Export Award]\n> \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Apollonia,\n\nThank you for your suggestion. If you are considering using blank hoodies provided by a manufacturer and then adding rhinestones, this could potentially streamline the process. However, please note that our production process typically involves creating garments from scratch, and we do not provide blank garments for customization.\n\nIf you are looking for a service that can supply blanks and add customizations like rhinestones, you might want to explore options that specialize in blank apparel and customization services.\n\nIf you decide to proceed with custom production from scratch, we are here to assist you with that process.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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