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            "content": "Hello,\n\nMy name is Benjamin Bassford and I am the founder of a new UK outdoor and \nclimbing apparel brand called Nemetona.\n\nI\u2019m looking for a long-term development partner who can help bring my first \ncollection to market.\n\nUnlike many enquiries you may receive, I\u2019m not simply looking for a factory \nto manufacture finished designs. I\u2019m looking for an experienced team that \ncan work with me throughout the entire product development journey.\n\nThe first collection consists of a premium climbing trouser, climbing short \n& chalk bag, designed for outdoor climbing life, hiking and everyday \nadventure. My goal is to create garments that prioritise durability, comfort \nand freedom of movement while using natural and responsibly sourced \nmaterials wherever possible.\n\nThe support I\u2019m looking for includes:\n\n\u2022 Reviewing and refining my current designs.\n\u2022 Technical garment development and construction advice.\n\u2022 Pattern creation and grading.\n\u2022 Fabric sourcing, with a strong preference for natural fibres such as \ncotton, TENCEL\u2122 and hemp where appropriate.\n\u2022 Sourcing trims and components.\n\u2022 Organising sampling and prototype development.\n\u2022 Managing revisions following wear testing.\n\u2022 Preparing the garments for production.\n\u2022 Managing manufacturing and quality control.\n\u2022 Delivering the finished garments to the UK.\n\nI already have garment sketches, reference imagery, construction details and \nhave recently begun ordering fabric samples to evaluate suitable materials. \nMy intention is to build a premium brand rather than compete on price alone, \nso quality, transparency and a collaborative working relationship are \nextremely important to me.\n\nMy initial production target is approximately 1,200 garments across two \nproduct styles (two colourways) and one chalk bag, with future collections \nalready planned & ready for discusstion as well.\n\nIf you feel my project could be a good fit for your team, I would love to \narrange an introductory call to discuss how you work, your development \nprocess, estimated timelines and the next steps.\n\nI\u2019d also be happy to send over my current designs and supporting material \nfor your review.\n\nThank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.\n\nKind regards,\n\nBenjamin Bassford\nFounder | Nemetona",
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            "content": "Hello Benjamin,\n\nThank you for reaching out and providing such a detailed overview of your project. Your vision for Nemetona sounds exciting, and I appreciate your focus on quality and sustainability.\n\nTo proceed, I need to gather a few more specific details to ensure we can align with your needs:\n\n1. **Tech Packs or Physical Samples**: Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample that you can send us? If you require an NDA before sharing your designs, please let me know.\n\n2. **Target Price**: Could you please specify your target production price per style?\n\nRegarding your request for a call, at 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\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. Thank you for considering us as your potential partner.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards.",
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                "content": "Hello,\n\nMy name is Benjamin Bassford and I am the founder of a new UK outdoor and\nclimbing apparel brand called Nemetona.\n\nI\u2019m looking for a long-term development partner who can help bring my first\ncollection to market.\n\nUnlike many enquiries you may receive, I\u2019m not simply looking for a factory\nto manufacture finished designs. I\u2019m looking for an experienced team that\ncan work with me throughout the entire product development journey.\n\nThe first collection consists of a premium climbing trouser, climbing short\n& chalk bag, designed for outdoor climbing life, hiking and everyday\nadventure. My goal is to create garments that prioritise durability,\ncomfort and freedom of movement while using natural and responsibly sourced\nmaterials wherever possible.\n\nThe support I\u2019m looking for includes:\n\n\u2022 Reviewing and refining my current designs.\n\u2022 Technical garment development and construction advice.\n\u2022 Pattern creation and grading.\n\u2022 Fabric sourcing, with a strong preference for natural fibres such as\ncotton, TENCEL\u2122 and hemp where appropriate.\n\u2022 Sourcing trims and components.\n\u2022 Organising sampling and prototype development.\n\u2022 Managing revisions following wear testing.\n\u2022 Preparing the garments for production.\n\u2022 Managing manufacturing and quality control.\n\u2022 Delivering the finished garments to the UK.\n\nI already have garment sketches, reference imagery, construction details\nand have recently begun ordering fabric samples to evaluate suitable\nmaterials. My intention is to build a premium brand rather than compete on\nprice alone, so quality, transparency and a collaborative working\nrelationship are extremely important to me.\n\nMy initial production target is approximately 1,200 garments across two\nproduct styles (two colourways) and one chalk bag, with future collections\nalready planned & ready for discusstion as well.\n\nIf you feel my project could be a good fit for your team, I would love to\narrange an introductory call to discuss how you work, your development\nprocess, estimated timelines and the next steps.\n\nI\u2019d also be happy to send over my current designs and supporting material\nfor your review.\n\nThank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.\n\nKind regards,\n\nBenjamin Bassford\nFounder | Nemetona",
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                "content": "Hello Benjamin,\n\nThank you for reaching out and providing such a detailed overview of your project. Your vision for Nemetona sounds exciting, and we appreciate your focus on quality and sustainability.\n\nTo proceed, I need to gather a few more specific details to ensure our technical team can accurately assess your project:\n\n1. **Tech Packs or Physical Samples**: Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us? If you require an NDA before sharing your designs, please let me know, and we can arrange that.\n\n2. **Target Price**: Could you please specify your target production price per style?\n\n3. **Timeline**: What is your desired delivery date for the first collection?\n\nRegarding your request for a call, at 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\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. Thank you for considering us as your potential partner.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards.",
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                "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nThank you for getting back to me regarding this enquiry. Please provide an\nNDA for me to review. I would be delighted to send across some of my ideas\nand see what your thoughts are regarding this project.\n\nKindest Regards,\nBenjamin.\n\nOn Sun, 26 Jul 2026 at 16:35, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Benjamin,\n>\n> Thank you for reaching out and providing such a detailed overview of your\n> project. Your vision for Nemetona sounds exciting, and we appreciate your\n> focus on quality and sustainability.\n>\n> To proceed, I need to gather a few more specific details to ensure our\n> technical team can accurately assess your project:\n>\n> 1. *Tech Packs or Physical Samples*: Do you have a Tech Pack or a\n> Physical Sample to send us? If you require an NDA before sharing your\n> designs, please let me know, and we can arrange that.\n>\n> 2. *Target Price*: Could you please specify your target production price\n> per style?\n>\n> 3. *Timeline*: What is your desired delivery date for the first\n> collection?\n>\n> Regarding your request for a call, at this initial stage, we do not\n> schedule calls. Once we receive all the required details and our technical\n> team approves your project, they will contact you directly to arrange a\n> meeting.\n>\n> Once I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you\n> on the next steps. Thank you for considering us as your potential partner.\n>\n> Looking forward to your response.\n>\n> Best regards.\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 Benjamin,\n\nThank you for your understanding regarding the NDA. Our team is more than happy to sign an NDA before you share your designs. However, before we proceed with that, I still need to gather some additional details to ensure our technical team can accurately assess your project:\n\n1. **Target Price**: Could you please specify your target production price per style?\n\n2. **Timeline**: What is your desired delivery date for the first collection?\n\nOnce I have this information, we can move forward with the NDA process and further discussions. Thank you for your cooperation, and I look forward to your response.\n\nKindest regards.",
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                "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nI have currently been given a wide frange of potential cost from various\nsuppliers. So I am keeping an open mind regarding the target production\nprice. If I can compete with current companies in this sector I will be\nhappy to see what the possible production cost via yourselves may be.\n\nRegarding the timeline, as soon as possible would be ideal. I would like to\nhave our first production run out before the end of this year. I am open to\nswapping the technical tees and shorts to my first drop. if this would\ncreate a swifter path to market, it would give more time for the climbing\ntrouser range to be underway, without my brand looking stagnant.\n\nKindest Regards,\nBenjamin.\nNemetona Active.\n\n\n\nOn Mon, 27 Jul 2026 at 12:27, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Benjamin,\n>\n> Thank you for your understanding regarding the NDA. Our team is more than\n> happy to sign an NDA before you share your designs. However, before we\n> proceed with that, I still need to gather some additional details to ensure\n> our technical team can accurately assess your project:\n>\n> 1. *Target Price*: Could you please specify your target production price\n> per style?\n>\n> 2. *Timeline*: What is your desired delivery date for the first\n> collection?\n>\n> Once I have this information, we can move forward with the NDA process and\n> further discussions. Thank you for your cooperation, and I look forward to\n> your response.\n>\n> Kindest regards.\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 Benjamin,\n\nThank you for your flexibility regarding the target production price. To proceed, it's essential for our technical team to have a specific target price per style to evaluate your project accurately. Could you please provide an estimate or range that you are considering?\n\nRegarding the timeline, given our standard production cycle, it typically takes a minimum of 5 months from the start of the process to delivery. Since we are currently in July, the earliest feasible delivery would be around December. However, please note that this timeline might be affected by the holiday closures in August and December. If you are open to adjusting the product lineup for a quicker path to market, we can certainly discuss that further once we have all the necessary details.\n\nOnce I have your target price, we can proceed with the NDA and further discussions. Thank you for your understanding.\n\nKindest regards.",
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                "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nFor the climbing trousers\/shorts & chalk bag to be a viable option, they\nmust hit the market at a price similar to other brands. I would aim for\nproduction costs around the following ranges.\n\nClimbing Trousers: \u00a318 - \u00a325\nClimbing Shorts: \u00a312 - \u00a318\nChalk Bags: \u00a34 - \u00a37\n\nTraining Tee: \u00a38 - \u00a312\nRunning Shorts: \u00a312 - \u00a318\n\nI hope this is a suitable base to work from.\n\nThank you,\nBenjamin.\n\nOn Mon, 27 Jul 2026 at 12:42, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Benjamin,\n>\n> Thank you for your flexibility regarding the target production price. To\n> proceed, it's essential for our technical team to have a specific target\n> price per style to evaluate your project accurately. Could you please\n> provide an estimate or range that you are considering?\n>\n> Regarding the timeline, given our standard production cycle, it typically\n> takes a minimum of 5 months from the start of the process to delivery.\n> Since we are currently in July, the earliest feasible delivery would be\n> around December. However, please note that this timeline might be affected\n> by the holiday closures in August and December. If you are open to\n> adjusting the product lineup for a quicker path to market, we can certainly\n> discuss that further once we have all the necessary details.\n>\n> Once I have your target price, we can proceed with the NDA and further\n> discussions. Thank you for your understanding.\n>\n> Kindest regards.\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 Benjamin,\n\nThank you for providing the target price ranges for your products. This information is very helpful for our assessment.\n\nYour project and request will now be analyzed in detail by our team, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and for considering us as your potential partner.\n\nKindest regards.",
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