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            "content": "Dear Portugal Textile team,\nMy name is Asha Henrard, founder of Two Souls by AH, a western equestrian fashion brand based in Belgium. I am currently developing my debut collection ? Arena ? focused on high-quality western riding apparel with a strong aesthetic identity.\nI came across Portugal Textile while researching premium denim specialists in Europe, and your expertise in selvedge and sustainable denim aligns perfectly with what I am looking for.\nI am seeking a manufacturing partner able to produce:\n\n  *   Western riding jeans in premium denim (98?100% cotton, 400?480 g\/m?, yarn-dyed)\n  *   Potentially woven shirts (cotton twill \/ chambray)\n  *   Small series to start ? 50 to 100 pieces per style\n\nI currently have tech packs in progress with a pattern maker and will be ready to share them shortly.\nCould you let me know whether you work with small brands at this stage, and if so, what your minimum order quantities and typical lead times look like?\nI would love to schedule a call or exchange more details by email.\nThank you for your time,\nAsha Henrard\nFounder ? Two Souls by AH\nashahrd@outlook.com",
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            "content": "Hello Asha,\n\nThank you for reaching out to us and for your interest in Portugal Textile. Your brand, Two Souls by AH, sounds exciting, and we appreciate your focus on high-quality western riding apparel.\n\nRegarding your inquiry, our minimum order quantities (MOQs) for general clothing, including denim jeans and woven shirts, are typically 200\u2013300 units per style. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate quantities as low as 50 to 100 pieces per style.\n\nOur lead times for production are approximately 10\u201314 weeks after order placement, with an overall project cycle of at least 5 full calendar months from the current date. This timeline ensures we maintain the high standards of Portuguese textile production.\n\nAt this initial stage, we conduct all project evaluations directly through this channel to assess the commercial viability before any meetings or calls. If you have any further questions or need clarification, feel free to let me know.\n\nIf you are able to meet our minimum order quantities, please provide the following details to proceed:\n\n1. **Tech Pack Status:** Once your tech packs are ready, please let us know.\n2. **Quantities:** Confirm if you can meet the MOQ of 200\u2013300 units per style.\n3. **Target Price:** Your maximum target production price per style.\n4. **Desired Delivery Date:** Your desired delivery timeline.\n\nThank you for considering us for your manufacturing needs.\n\nBest regards,  \nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Dear Matilde,\nThank you for your prompt and detailed reply.\nI understand that your MOQ of 200?300 units per style is beyond what I can commit to at this stage. As a new brand, I am starting with prototype and small-series production (50?100 pieces) before scaling up.\nThat said, I am genuinely interested in building a long-term relationship with a quality manufacturer in Portugal. A few questions:\n\n  *   Do you offer a sampling or prototype service before committing to full production quantities?\n  *   Would you consider a smaller initial run (100?150 pieces) for a first collaboration, with the intention to scale?\n  *   If not, could you recommend any partner manufacturers in Portugal who specialise in small series for emerging brands?\n\nI want to be transparent: my brand is at an early stage, but my commitment to quality and Portuguese manufacturing is real and long-term.\nThank you again for your time.\nAsha Henrard\nFounder ? Two Souls by AH\nashahrd@outlook.com\n\n________________________________\nDe : Matilde Azevedo \nEnvoy? : jeudi 8 octobre 2026 17:35\n? : ashahrd@outlook.com \nObjet : Re: Collaboration ? Jean western & denim premium \/ Small series\n\nHello Asha,\n\nThank you for reaching out to us and for your interest in Portugal Textile. Your brand, Two Souls by AH, sounds exciting, and we appreciate your focus on high-quality western riding apparel.\n\nRegarding your inquiry, our minimum order quantities (MOQs) for general clothing, including denim jeans and woven shirts, are typically 200?300 units per style. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate quantities as low as 50 to 100 pieces per style.\n\nOur lead times for production are approximately 10?14 weeks after order placement, with an overall project cycle of at least 5 full calendar months from the current date. This timeline ensures we maintain the high standards of Portuguese textile production.\n\nAt this initial stage, we conduct all project evaluations directly through this channel to assess the commercial viability before any meetings or calls. If you have any further questions or need clarification, feel free to let me know.\n\nIf you are able to meet our minimum order quantities, please provide the following details to proceed:\n\n1. Tech Pack Status: Once your tech packs are ready, please let us know.\n2. Quantities: Confirm if you can meet the MOQ of 200?300 units per style.\n3. Target Price: Your maximum target production price per style.\n4. Desired Delivery Date: Your desired delivery timeline.\n\nThank you for considering us for your manufacturing needs.\n\n\n\n\nOs melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n\n[Matilde Azevedo]\nMatilde Azevedo\nCommercial Assistant\n+351 915 085 106\ninfo@portugaltextile.com\nwww.portugaltextile.com\n[Facebook]   [Instagram]         [LinkedIn] \n[GOTS Certified]\nPortugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\nRua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n[Absolutarget Group]     [Portugal Textile]    [Portugal Shoes]        [Top SME Award]          [Export Award]\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 Asha,\n\nThank you for your understanding and for sharing more about your brand's vision and commitment to quality. I appreciate your interest in establishing a long-term relationship with a manufacturer in Portugal.\n\nRegarding your questions:\n\n1. **Sampling or Prototype Service:** We do offer a sampling service, but please note that the cost of a sample depends on the specific product and complexity of the design. We only develop one sample per style for initial approval.\n\n2. **Smaller Initial Run:** Unfortunately, our minimum order quantities are non-negotiable, and we cannot accommodate a smaller initial run of 100\u2013150 pieces per style at this time.\n\n3. **Partner Manufacturers:** I am unable to recommend other manufacturers or partners. However, for smaller quantities, you might consider exploring options that specialize in small series production for emerging brands.\n\nIf you decide to scale up in the future and meet our MOQ, we would be delighted to discuss a potential collaboration. Your commitment to quality and Portuguese manufacturing is truly appreciated.\n\nThank you again for considering us, and I wish you the best of luck with your brand's development.\n\nBest regards,  \nMatilde Azevedo",
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