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            "content": "Dear Team at Portugal Textile,\n\nI am Maria, founder of a new handbag brand Kalista Arden based in the UK.\nWe are looking for a manufacturing partner to develop and produce the first\nbatch of our design in 3 colours.\n\nWe want to exclusively use plant based material that is very similar to\nleather. Our preferred material would be EORI. It is 100% plastic free. Or\nsimilar material if available.\n\nWould you be open to such a partnership?\n\nMany thanks,\n\nMaria",
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            "content": "Hello Maria,\n\nThank you for contacting us and introducing your brand, Kalista Arden. We would be happy to explore the possibility of partnering with you for the development and production of your handbags.\n\nTo proceed, I need a few details about your project:\n\n1. **Designs:** Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us?\n2. **Quantities:** What is the total quantity you intend to produce per style and per colour?\n3. **Desired delivery date:** What is your desired delivery date?\n4. **Target Price:** What is your maximum target production price per style?\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": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for your reply!\n\nPlease see my answer below:\n\n1. *Designs:* Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us? -->\nI am currently working on the 2 D design and look of a cross body hand bag.\n2. *Quantities:* What is the total quantity you intend to produce per style\nand per colour? --> For the first batch I intend to produce 500\/ colour. 3\nColours.\n3. *Desired delivery date:* What is your desired delivery date? --> 2027\n4. *Target Price:* What is your maximum target production price per\nstyle?  --> As\nthis is our first product, we'd appreciate your guidance on the most\nappropriate production cost for a handcrafted luxury handbag in Portugal.\nOur objective is to achieve the highest level of craftsmanship while\nremaining commercially viable.\n\nThe aim is that the bags will be handcrafted in Portugal using EORI or a\nsimilar  next-generation plant-based material, together with premium\nhardware and luxury finishing. I am looking for a long-term manufacturing\npartner with expertise in producing high-end handbags to an exceptional\nstandard.\n\nCould you also let me know whether you have experience working with EORI or\nother premium plant-based materials, and whether you offer support during\nthe prototyping and development stage?\n\nI look forward to hearing from you.\n\nKind regards,\n\nMaria\nFounder, Kalista Arden\n\n\n\nOn Thu, 3 Sept 2026 at 18:47, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Maria,\n>\n> Thank you for contacting us and introducing your brand, Kalista Arden. We\n> would be happy to explore the possibility of partnering with you for the\n> development and production of your handbags.\n>\n> To proceed, I need a few details about your project:\n>\n> 1. *Designs:* Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us?\n> 2. *Quantities:* What is the total quantity you intend to produce per\n> style and per colour?\n> 3. *Desired delivery date:* What is your desired delivery date?\n> 4. *Target Price:* What is your maximum target production price per style?\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$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Maria,\n\nThank you for providing more details about your project. \n\nRegarding your handbag design, it's great to hear that you're working on the 2D design. Once you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample, we can proceed further with the development.\n\nFor the quantities, producing 500 units per colour across 3 colours is feasible.\n\nAs for the desired delivery date in 2027, this gives us ample time to ensure high-quality production.\n\nRegarding the target production price, I understand that you are seeking guidance. However, to evaluate the project's alignment with our capabilities, we need a maximum target production price per style that you would realistically be able to work with. This helps us ensure that the project is commercially viable from both sides.\n\nRegarding your questions about materials and support during prototyping, I cannot provide specific technical details at this stage. These aspects will be addressed by our production team once we have completed your commercial file. However, I can assure you that we are committed to high-quality craftsmanship and sustainability.\n\nPlease let me know your maximum target production price per style, and we can proceed from there.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hello Matile,\n\nthank you for your email.\n\nThe target price for production is 80-120 euro.\n\nDo you work with different workshops or do you have an inhouse workshop?\n\nWould the quality be artisanal and handmade?\n\nWhat is your average duration for sample production and mass production?\n\nMany thanks\nMaria\n\nOn Thu, 3 Sept 2026 at 21:01, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Maria,\n>\n> Thank you for providing more details about your project.\n>\n> Regarding your handbag design, it's great to hear that you're working on\n> the 2D design. Once you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample, we can\n> proceed further with the development.\n>\n> For the quantities, producing 500 units per colour across 3 colours is\n> feasible.\n>\n> As for the desired delivery date in 2027, this gives us ample time to\n> ensure high-quality production.\n>\n> Regarding the target production price, I understand that you are seeking\n> guidance. However, to evaluate the project's alignment with our\n> capabilities, we need a maximum target production price per style that you\n> would realistically be able to work with. This helps us ensure that the\n> project is commercially viable from both sides.\n>\n> Regarding your questions about materials and support during prototyping, I\n> cannot provide specific technical details at this stage. These aspects will\n> be addressed by our production team once we have completed your commercial\n> file. However, I can assure you that we are committed to high-quality\n> craftsmanship and sustainability.\n>\n> Please let me know your maximum target production price per style, and we\n> can proceed from there.\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$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "<DEBUG>\nProduct: Handbag\nTarget: \u20ac120\nReference: Not available\nCutOff: Not available\nMath: Not applicable\nRule: Not applicable\nWarning: I must NEVER reveal the Reference or CutOff price in the email.\n<\/DEBUG>\n\nHello Maria,\n\nThank you for providing your target production price range of \u20ac80-\u20ac120. This information is helpful for us to assess the commercial viability of your project.\n\nRegarding your questions:\n\n1. **Workshops:** We collaborate with a network of skilled workshops to ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship, tailored to the specific needs of each project.\n\n2. **Quality:** Our focus is on delivering artisanal and handmade quality, especially for high-end products like luxury handbags.\n\n3. **Sample and Production Duration:** The average duration for sample production is approximately 6\u20138 weeks. Mass production typically takes 10\u201314 weeks after the order is placed. Please note that these timelines can vary based on the complexity of the design and the materials used.\n\nIf you agree with our standard terms and are ready to proceed, please let me know, and I will forward your project to our technical team for further evaluation.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nthank you for this information. Sounds good to me.\n\nIn terms of material used - it should be plant based and similar to EORI -\na smooth leather look. The material should be durable and wear reistant as\nmuch as posssible. Maybe there is a similar product produced in Europe, I\ndo not know?\n\nMany thanks!\nMaria\n\n\n\nOn Thu, 3 Sept 2026 at 21:57, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Maria,\n>\n> Thank you for providing your target production price range of \u20ac80-\u20ac120.\n> This information is helpful for us to assess the commercial viability of\n> your project.\n>\n> Regarding your questions:\n>\n> 1. *Workshops:* We collaborate with a network of skilled workshops to\n> ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship, tailored to the specific needs\n> of each project.\n>\n> 2. *Quality:* Our focus is on delivering artisanal and handmade quality,\n> especially for high-end products like luxury handbags.\n>\n> 3. *Sample and Production Duration:* The average duration for sample\n> production is approximately 6\u20138 weeks. Mass production typically takes\n> 10\u201314 weeks after the order is placed. Please note that these timelines can\n> vary based on the complexity of the design and the materials used.\n>\n> If you agree with our standard terms and are ready to proceed, please let\n> me know, and I will forward your project to our technical team for further\n> evaluation.\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$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Maria,\n\nThank you for confirming your interest in using plant-based materials similar to EORI for your handbags. While I cannot provide specific technical details about material availability at this stage, our production team will explore suitable options that meet your requirements for durability and a smooth leather-like appearance once your project is under review.\n\nIf you agree with our standard financial and operational terms, please let me know, and I will forward your project to our technical team for further evaluation.\n\nLooking forward to your confirmation.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\ncan you kindly know what your standard financial and operational terms are?\n\nMany thanks\nMaria\n\n\n\nOn Thu, 3 Sept 2026 at 22:04, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Maria,\n>\n> Thank you for confirming your interest in using plant-based materials\n> similar to EORI for your handbags. While I cannot provide specific\n> technical details about material availability at this stage, our production\n> team will explore suitable options that meet your requirements for\n> durability and a smooth leather-like appearance once your project is under\n> review.\n>\n> If you agree with our standard financial and operational terms, please let\n> me know, and I will forward your project to our technical team for further\n> evaluation.\n>\n> Looking forward to your confirmation.\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 Maria,\n\nThank you for your interest. 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:** There is an additional initial cost for setting up local and digital prints, all-overs, and embroideries.\n- **Sample Cost:** 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 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\nPlease let me know if you agree to proceed under these terms, and I will forward your project to our technical team for further evaluation.\n\nLooking forward to your confirmation.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nthank you - I do agree to these terms.\n\nBest regards\nMaria\n\nOn Thu, 3 Sept 2026 at 22:07, Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Maria,\n>\n> Thank you for your interest. Here are our standard financial and\n> operational terms:\n>\n> - *Development Fees:* Costs depend on style (includes prototyping,\n> sourcing, patterns, QC).\n> - *Prints and Embroideries:* There is an additional initial cost for\n> setting up local and digital prints, all-overs, and embroideries.\n> - *Sample Cost:* The cost of a sample depends on the specific product and\n> complexity of the design. The exact sample cost can only be confirmed after\n> our team 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> Please let me know if you agree to proceed under these terms, and I will\n> forward your project to our technical team for further evaluation.\n>\n> Looking forward to your confirmation.\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 Maria,\n\nPerfect! I have added your project to our system. Our technical team will review your request, and we will contact you shortly via email with the next steps. Thank you for choosing Portugal Textile.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMatilde Azevedo",
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