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            "content": "Dear Portugal Textile team,\n\nI\u2019m developing a new running accessories brand called Wren, and I\u2019m looking for a Portuguese manufacturer that could help produce a premium sweatband\/wristband for running.\n\nI\u2019m particularly interested in creating a wrist sweatband with a raised, plush\/textured pattern rather than a standard flat knitted or printed design. The idea is for certain sections of the band to have a noticeably soft, rounded, tactile raised surface, while the rest of the band can remain smoother.\n\nI have attached concept examples showing the type of patterns and colour combinations I\u2019m exploring. These include zig-zags, waves, cross-hatching, stripes, overlapping circles and other geometric textures.\n\nFor the first prototype, I\u2019d like to explore:\n\nSoft, comfortable material suitable for running and heavy perspiration\nA plush\/raised 3D texture integrated into the wristband\nDifferent heights\/thicknesses of the raised areas\nOne-colour and multi-colour versions\nThe Wren logo incorporated into the design\nA comfortable stretch and secure fit around the wrist\nGood moisture absorption and quick drying\nA premium finish suitable for a high-end women's running brand\nProduction in Portugal, if possible\nCould you let me know:\n\nWhether this type of raised\/plush construction is something you can manufacture?\nWhat manufacturing techniques you would recommend for achieving the raised texture?\nWhat materials and fibre compositions you would suggest?\nWhat are your minimum order quantities (MOQs) for prototypes and production?\nWhat would the approximate sample\/prototype cost be?\nWhat would the approximate production price be at different quantities?\nHow long would sampling and production normally take?\nWhether you can develop the pattern and construction from supplied artwork\/concepts, or whether you would need a technical specification from me?\nI\u2019d be very happy to start with a small number of prototypes to test the look, softness, stretch, absorbency and durability before moving into production.\n\nPlease let me know if this is a product you would be interested in developing, and what you would need from me to begin.\n\nMany thanks,\n\nChevaun\n\n\nFounder, Wren\nUS 9175921858\nchevauntarrach@yahoo.com\n\n\n\ufffc\ufffc\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (wren-tech-pack-v8_copy_6a95e84606e3d.pdf, wren-thickness-profile-1to1_copy_6a95e84607b8c.pdf). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Chevaun,\n\nThank you for contacting us and sharing your exciting project for Wren. I have received your Tech Pack files.\n\nTo proceed with evaluating your project, I need a bit more information:\n\n1. **Quantities:** What is the total quantity you intend to produce, and how many styles or variations are you planning?\n2. **Desired Delivery Date:** What is your desired delivery date for the prototypes and production?\n3. **Target Price:** What is your maximum target production price per style?\n\nRegarding your questions about the raised\/plush construction and materials, we have our own production facilities for some product categories and work closely with a network of specialized manufacturing partners for others. The production setup always depends on the specific product category, construction, materials, and type of design required.\n\nFor your specific technical requirements and machinery, I cannot confirm this at my level. I have gathered your project details and will forward them to our technical team. They will analyze your requirements and confirm directly with you how we will handle the development of your product.\n\nOnce I have the additional 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": "\ufffc\n\nAn updated tech pack is attached.\n\nDear Matilde,\n\nThank you for the quick response. Let me answer your three questions, though I want to be straightforward about where we are first.\n\n1. Quantities\n\nThis first stage is samples only. I want to see and wear the product before discussing production volumes, and I would rather say that plainly than imply a commitment I am not yet ready to make.\n\nI would like to proceed in three small steps:\n\nSwatches first. Before any band is made, could you send swatches of the plush terry you would propose (organic-cotton-rich, 500\u2013600 GSM) alongside the flat knit for the slim half? That is the quickest way for us both to see whether the hand feel is right.\nThen two sample bands \u2014 colourways 01 (Zig Zag, Ink base with Raspberry raised) and 13 (Vertical Stripe, Burgundy base with Blush raised), each as a wristband and matching thumb band.\nThen the fuller sample round of six colourways set out in section 7 of the tech pack, once we know the construction works.\nWe will pay your standard sample and shipping charges at every step, I am not asking for free samples.\n\nOn production: our first run will be small, realistically a few hundred units across three colourways, and we will confirm the quantity only once samples are approved. We intend to repeat and grow through 2027 as we move into US retail. If a first order of that size is below your workable minimum, please tell me now , I would rather know immediately than take up your technical team's time.\n\n2. Timing\n\nSwatches: as soon as convenient.\nSample bands: within four to six weeks of swatch approval.\nProduction: scheduled after sample approval.\n\nWe would like to launch before the holiday season if the timeline allows, but we would rather get the product right than hold you to a date. Please quote your realistic lead times rather than the ones you think we want.\n\n3. Target price\n\nI would prefer you quote against the specification rather than price to a target, because the specification is the product. The plush construction \u2014 500\u2013600 GSM, minimum 3 mm relief, organic-cotton-rich \u2014 is not a feature we can trim to reach a number; it is the reason the product exists.\n\nPlease quote sample costs separately from production unit pricing, and give production pricing at 300 \/ 500 \/ 1,000 units per SKU so I can see how volume moves it. If your quotation comes in above what a new brand would expect, quote it anyway and tell me what would improve it. We would rather pay more and keep the specification than meet a price by reducing it.\n\nOne request before we go further\n\nThe gating question for us is technical rather than commercial, so before we go deeper on terms, could your technical team confirm in writing:\n\nCan you knit a 76 mm wide seamless tube band in which one half of the circumference is a raised terry-loop pattern standing 3\u20134 mm proud of a flat low-pile ground, and the other half is a slim 2 mm flat knit carrying a jacquard logo?\n\nSpecifically:\n\n(a) the maximum relief height achievable in terry;\n(b) whether the raised pattern can be knit as terry loop against a flat ground, rather than as a difference between two pile heights;\n(c) how many colours you can carry per pattern row;\n(d) whether the band would be seamless circular knit or joined panels.\n\nAnd a question about structure\n\nYou mention your own facilities for some categories and partner manufacturers for others. Could you tell me which would apply here \u2014 and if a partner, where they are based and whether we would be able to name them publicly?\n\nCountry of manufacture and traceability are part of what we promise our customers; we intend to say openly where our products are made and by whom. So this matters to us beyond logistics, and I would rather raise it at the start than late.\n\nKind regards,\nChev\nWren \u00b7 \n\nWeston, Connecticut\n\n\n\n\n> On Aug 31, 2026, at 4:47\u202fPM, Matilde Azevedo  wrote:\n> \n> Hello Chevaun,\n> \n> Thank you for contacting us and sharing your exciting project for Wren. I have received your Tech Pack files.\n> \n> To proceed with evaluating your project, I need a bit more information:\n> \n> 1. Quantities: What is the total quantity you intend to produce, and how many styles or variations are you planning?\n> 2. Desired Delivery Date: What is your desired delivery date for the prototypes and production?\n> 3. Target Price: What is your maximum target production price per style?\n> \n> Regarding your questions about the raised\/plush construction and materials, we have our own production facilities for some product categories and work closely with a network of specialized manufacturing partners for others. The production setup always depends on the specific product category, construction, materials, and type of design required.\n> \n> For your specific technical requirements and machinery, I cannot confirm this at my level. I have gathered your project details and will forward them to our technical team. They will analyze your requirements and confirm directly with you how we will handle the development of your product.\n> \n> Once I have the additional details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps.\n> \n> Looking forward to your response.\n> \n> \n> \n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> \t\n> Matilde Azevedo \n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com \n> www.portugaltextile.com \n>  \t \t \t \n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (wren-tech-pack-v9_copy_6a95f4ede9830.pdf). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$\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 Chevaun,\n\nThank you for the detailed information and for providing the updated Tech Pack. I understand your approach to starting with samples and swatches before committing to production volumes.\n\nRegarding your questions:\n\n1. **Quantities:** Since you are focusing on samples initially, we can proceed with developing the swatches and sample bands as you described. For production, our minimum order quantity for accessories like wristbands is typically 100 units per style and per colour. If your initial production run is below this MOQ, please let me know if you can adjust to meet this requirement.\n\n2. **Timing:** We will aim to provide swatches as soon as possible. Sample bands can typically be developed within 6\u20138 weeks after swatch approval. Production lead times are generally 10\u201314 weeks after sample approval. Considering your launch timeline, please keep in mind the factory closure periods in August and December, which may affect scheduling.\n\n3. **Target Price:** I understand your preference for a quotation based on the specification rather than a target price. Our technical team will need to evaluate the Tech Pack and your specific requirements to provide accurate pricing for samples and production at different quantities.\n\nRegarding your technical questions and the structure of our manufacturing setup, I will forward your detailed requirements to our technical team. They will analyze your project and confirm the feasibility of the raised terry-loop pattern and other specifications. As for the manufacturing location, we will clarify whether this project would be handled in-house or with a partner, and provide information on traceability and public naming once confirmed.\n\nThank you for your patience and understanding. We will get back to you with more detailed information after our technical team reviews your project.\n\nKind regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nThank you for your email. I look forward to hearing from you when you hear back from you respective teams. Regarding the swatches and sample bands, are these something you can provide and mail soon or do you need to hear back internally before hand? \n\n> On Aug 31, 2026, at 5:41\u202fPM, Matilde Azevedo  wrote:\n> \n> Hello Chevaun,\n> \n> Thank you for the detailed information and for providing the updated Tech Pack. I understand your approach to starting with samples and swatches before committing to production volumes.\n> \n> Regarding your questions:\n> \n> 1. Quantities: Since you are focusing on samples initially, we can proceed with developing the swatches and sample bands as you described. For production, our minimum order quantity for accessories like wristbands is typically 100 units per style and per colour. If your initial production run is below this MOQ, please let me know if you can adjust to meet this requirement.\n> \n> 2. Timing: We will aim to provide swatches as soon as possible. Sample bands can typically be developed within 6\u20138 weeks after swatch approval. Production lead times are generally 10\u201314 weeks after sample approval. Considering your launch timeline, please keep in mind the factory closure periods in August and December, which may affect scheduling.\n> \n> 3. Target Price: I understand your preference for a quotation based on the specification rather than a target price. Our technical team will need to evaluate the Tech Pack and your specific requirements to provide accurate pricing for samples and production at different quantities.\n> \n> Regarding your technical questions and the structure of our manufacturing setup, I will forward your detailed requirements to our technical team. They will analyze your project and confirm the feasibility of the raised terry-loop pattern and other specifications. As for the manufacturing location, we will clarify whether this project would be handled in-house or with a partner, and provide information on traceability and public naming once confirmed.\n> \n> Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will get back to you with more detailed information after our technical team reviews your project.\n> \n> \n> \n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> \t\n> Matilde Azevedo \n> Commercial Assistant\n> +351 915 085 106 \n> info@portugaltextile.com \n> www.portugaltextile.com \n>  \t \t \t \n> Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group\n> Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\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 Chevaun,\n\nThank you for your patience. Regarding the swatches and sample bands, we first need to confirm the technical feasibility and material availability with our team. Once they review your project details and confirm the requirements, we can proceed with providing the swatches and sample bands.\n\nI will ensure that your request is prioritized, and we will update you as soon as we have confirmation from our technical team. Thank you for your understanding.\n\nKind regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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