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            "content": "Thank you!\n\nOn Wed, Apr 1, 2026 at 17:00 Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Perfect! I have added your project to our system. Our technical team will\n> review your request and we will contact you shortly via email with the next\n> steps, including the shipping address for your sample. Thank you for\n> choosing Portugal Textile.\n>\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": "Dear Portugal Textile Team,\n\nMy name is Sarah Tarabay, and I am currently developing a women\u2019s\nactivewear brand based in Europe.\n\nI am looking for a manufacturing partner to develop a seamless sculpt short\nas the first product of the brand, with a focus on combining performance\nshaping with comfort and adaptability to different body types.\nProduct Overview\n\nWe would like to develop a seamless gym short with the following\ncharacteristics:\n\n   -\n\n   High-waisted seamless construction (approx. 10\u201312 cm waistband, until\n   belly button)\n   -\n\n   Glute-enhancing shaping with subtle contouring and scrunch detail\n   -\n\n   Soft matte hand feel (not overly compressive or shiny)\n   -\n\n   Squat-proof, including in light pastel colors\n\nKey Differentiation (Important)\n\nWe would like to introduce two levels of waistband compression within the\nsame sizes (only for XS-S-M):\n\n   -\n\n   *Sculpt Fit:* higher compression, shaping support\n   -\n\n   *Adapt Fit:* reduced compression (approx. 15\u201320% less), allowing comfort\n   and less pressure on the abdomen while remaining secure\n\nThe garment measurements remain the same \u2014 only the waistband knit tension\nchanges.\nMaterial Direction\n\n   -\n\n   Seamless circular knitting (Santoni or equivalent)\n   -\n\n   Target composition: approx. 90% polyamide \/ 10% elastane (but I am very\n   open to your recommendation) -> these are the characteristics of the ones\n   our competitor has.\n   -\n\n   Medium to strong compression with strong recovery and durable\n   -\n\n   Matte finish suitable for pastel dyeing\n   -\n\n   Breathable and comfortable for extended wear\n\nSustainability & Safety\n\nWe aim to develop a responsible product and would prefer:\n\n   -\n\n   OEKO-TEX\u00ae Standard 100 certified materials\n   -\n\n   REACH-compliant processes\n   -\n\n   Recycled polyamide (ECONYL\u00ae or equivalent) if available\n   -\n\n   No PFAS\/PFC coatings or heavy chemical finishes\n\nInitial Launch\n\n   -\n\n   1 core short model\n   -\n\n   2 colors: light pastel pink and light pastel green\n   -\n\n   Sizes XS\u2013L\n   -\n\n   Target retail price: approx. \u20ac50\n\nNext Steps\n\nCould you please let me know:\n\n   -\n\n   if this type of seamless development fits your expertise and if you have\n   similar models you've worked on in the past?\n   -\n\n   your sampling process and timelines\n   -\n\n   Approximate unit price range based on the described products\n   -\n\n   Your MOQ per style and per color\n   -\n\n   Any factors that would significantly affect pricing (e.g. compression\n   complexity, fabric choice, colors\n\n   At this stage, we are looking for an initial estimate to understand\n   feasibility and align development decisions.\n\nI would be happy to share references on the market and discuss the project\nfurther.\n\nThank you very much for your time, and I look forward to your reply.\n\nKind regards,\n\nSarah Tarabay",
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                "content": "Hello Sarah,\n\nThank you for contacting us and for providing such a detailed overview of your activewear brand. The concept of the seamless sculpt short with dual compression fits is quite innovative and falls well within our production capabilities here in Portugal.\n\nRegarding your questions about sustainability, we hold the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, which guarantees our commitment to environmentally and socially responsible production.\n\nTo provide you with an accurate analysis for your project, I need the following details:\n\n1.  **Country:** What is your country in Europe?\n2.  **Designs:** Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample of the shorts to send us?\n3.  **Quantities:** What is the quantity you are looking to produce per style? Please note that your 'Sculpt Fit' and 'Adapt Fit' would be considered two separate styles.\n4.  **Timeline:** What is your desired delivery date?\n5.  **Target Price:** You mentioned a retail price; what is your target production price per style?\n\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps.",
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                "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nHi,\n\nThank you for your prompt reply and for confirming this falls within your\ncapabilities.\n\nTo answer your questions:\n\n1. Country: I'm based in Spain but the company is incorporated in Cyprus.\n\n2. Designs: I don't have a tech pack at this stage. However, I have a\nphysical sample from a competitor that closely represents the construction\nand aesthetic I'm targeting. I can send this to you as a development\nreference. My version will adapt the silhouette with my own design identity\n- same core principles (scrunch detail, contour shaping, ribbed waistband)\nbut distinct enough to stand on its own and fix the issues I see in this\ndesign.\n\nOne thing worth clarifying here: I referenced seamless\/Santoni construction\nin my initial brief, but I am open to cut-and-sew if that better serves the\ncompression level and contouring I'm after. I'd welcome your recommendation\non which construction route makes more sense for this specific product.\n\n3. Quantities: For the initial run I'm targeting under 100 units per style\ncause I really need to validate fit and this might mean some trials and\nerrors. I understand this may be below your standard MOQ - happy to discuss\nwhether there is flexibility or a sampling-first arrangement that works for\nboth sides.\n\n4. Timeline: I'm in early development and am flexible. Quality and getting\nthe fit right take priority over speed. This will be very important for the\nsuccess of the brand.\n\n5. Target Price: I'd prefer to hear your assessment first based on the\nfabric spec and construction, rather than anchor on a number prematurely.\nFor context, the target retail price is max \u20ac50 and ideally 45, so I'm\ntrying to understand what's realistic at production level for this quality\ntier.\n\nI'm happy to send the reference sample if needed.\n\nLooking forward to your thoughts.\n\nKind regards,\nSarah Tarabay\n\nOn Wed, Apr 1, 2026 at 4:28\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sarah,\n>\n> Thank you for contacting us and for providing such a detailed overview of\n> your activewear brand. The concept of the seamless sculpt short with dual\n> compression fits is quite innovative and falls well within our production\n> capabilities here in Portugal.\n>\n> Regarding your questions about sustainability, we hold the GOTS (Global\n> Organic Textile Standard) certification, which guarantees our commitment to\n> environmentally and socially responsible production.\n>\n> To provide you with an accurate analysis for your project, I need the\n> following details:\n>\n> 1. *Country:* What is your country in Europe?\n> 2. *Designs:* Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample of the shorts\n> to send us?\n> 3. *Quantities:* What is the quantity you are looking to produce per\n> style? Please note that your 'Sculpt Fit' and 'Adapt Fit' would be\n> considered two separate styles.\n> 4. *Timeline:* What is your desired delivery date?\n> 5. *Target Price:* You mentioned a retail price; what is your target\n> 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> 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 Sarah,\n\nThank you for clarifying those points. It is perfectly fine to work from a physical sample, and we can certainly use that as a reference for our technical team.\n\nRegarding the quantities, our minimum production for a style like shorts is 200 units. For a smaller initial run of under 100 units, you might find that a service like www.privatelabelclothes.com is better suited for your needs. Of course, should you decide to proceed with our minimum of 200 units per style (meaning 200 for the 'Sculpt Fit' and 200 for the 'Adapt Fit'), we would be very happy to move forward with your project.\n\nTo give you an idea of our production cycle, the process from sampling to the final delivery takes around six months to ensure the high quality that Portuguese manufacturing is known for, especially considering the factory holiday closures in August.\n\nTo proceed with an analysis from our side, I would still need your target production price per style. Even a preliminary figure is essential for our technical team to assess the project's feasibility from the start.\n\nLet me know how you would like to proceed.",
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                "content": "Hi,\n\nThank you for the clarity on MOQ and timelines, it's very helpful.\n\nRegarding target production price, I would be realistically working with a\nrange of \u20ac15\u201320 per unit for this style. I understand the final figure will\ndepend on fabric choice, construction complexity and finishing, so I'm\nsharing this as a working reference rather than a hard ceiling. I'm open to\nyour assessment of course.\n\nI'd also like to understand the sampling process better:\n\n- What does your sampling process look like from proto to pre-production\nsample?\n- What is the sampling fee per round, and is it deductible from the bulk\norder if we proceed?\n- How many revision rounds are typically included before additional costs\napply?\n\nKind regards,\nSarah Tarabay\n\nOn Wed, Apr 1, 2026 at 4:38\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sarah,\n>\n> Thank you for clarifying those points. It is perfectly fine to work from a\n> physical sample, and we can certainly use that as a reference for our\n> technical team.\n>\n> Regarding the quantities, our minimum production for a style like shorts\n> is 200 units. For a smaller initial run of under 100 units, you might find\n> that a service like www.privatelabelclothes.com is better suited for your\n> needs. Of course, should you decide to proceed with our minimum of 200\n> units per style (meaning 200 for the 'Sculpt Fit' and 200 for the 'Adapt\n> Fit'), we would be very happy to move forward with your project.\n>\n> To give you an idea of our production cycle, the process from sampling to\n> the final delivery takes around six months to ensure the high quality that\n> Portuguese manufacturing is known for, especially considering the factory\n> holiday closures in August.\n>\n> To proceed with an analysis from our side, I would still need your target\n> production price per style. Even a preliminary figure is essential for our\n> technical team to assess the project's feasibility from the start.\n>\n> Let me know how you would like to proceed.\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>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.privatelabelclothes.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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                "content": "Hello Sarah,\n\nThank you, the target price range you provided is a helpful reference for our team.\n\nYour questions about the sampling process are very relevant. Before I forward your project to our technical team for a formal quote and analysis, I need to confirm you agree with our standard financial and operational terms, as this covers how we manage development and sampling.\n\nDevelopment Fees: Costs depend on style (includes prototyping, sourcing, patterns, QC).\n\nPrints and embroideries: Please note that there is an additional initial cost for setting up local and digital prints, all-overs and embroideries.\n\nSample Cost: Charged at 2x (DOUBLE) the production price (e.g., if production is \u20ac20, sample is \u20ac40).\n\nPayment Terms: 50% Advance \/ 50% Before Shipping (for both development and production).\n\nShipping: Ex-Works (Client manages\/pays shipping & insurance).\n\nAdjustments: Can only be made after placing final order.\n\nDo you agree to proceed under these terms?",
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                "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nNo prints or embroideries at this stage, so no additional setup costs\nanticipated\n\nI have two points of clarification needed:\n\n1. Development fees: Could you provide an estimated range for the\ndevelopment fee for a style like this? I want to make sure I'm budgeting\ncorrectly before we proceed.\n\n2. Adjustments: Could you clarify what \"adjustments can only be made after\nplacing the final order\" refers to specifically? I want to ensure there is\nstill opportunity to address fit feedback between sampling rounds before\ncommitting to bulk production. It's essential to get the right fit, this\nwill be the competitive advantage.\n\nThanks\n\nBest,\n\nSarah\n\nOn Wed, Apr 1, 2026 at 4:44\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sarah,\n>\n> Thank you, the target price range you provided is a helpful reference for\n> our team.\n>\n> Your questions about the sampling process are very relevant. Before I\n> forward your project to our technical team for a formal quote and analysis,\n> I need to confirm you agree with our standard financial and operational\n> terms, as this covers how we manage development and sampling.\n>\n> Development Fees: Costs depend on style (includes prototyping, sourcing,\n> patterns, QC).\n>\n> Prints and embroideries: Please note that there is an additional initial\n> cost for setting up local and digital prints, all-overs and embroideries.\n>\n> Sample Cost: Charged at 2x (DOUBLE) the production price (e.g., if\n> production is \u20ac20, sample is \u20ac40).\n>\n> Payment Terms: 50% Advance \/ 50% Before Shipping (for both development and\n> production).\n>\n> Shipping: Ex-Works (Client manages\/pays shipping & insurance).\n>\n> Adjustments: Can only be made after placing final order.\n>\n> Do you agree to proceed under these terms?\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 Sarah,\n\nThose are excellent questions, and I'm happy to clarify.\n\nRegarding the development fees, I can't provide a specific range just yet. The final cost is determined by our technical team once they've had a chance to physically analyze your reference sample and understand the full scope of the construction and sourcing required. It's a bespoke cost based on the complexity of your unique design.\n\nAs for the adjustments, I can see how that point could be confusing. Please let me reassure you, the entire purpose of the prototyping and sampling stage is to perfect the fit and construction *before* you commit to the bulk order. You will receive samples, provide feedback, and we will make the necessary changes. The phrase \"adjustments can only be made after placing the final order\" refers to minor logistical changes to the bulk production run itself, not the creative and technical development of the garment. Getting the fit right is just as important to us as it is to you.\n\nWith these clarifications, are you comfortable proceeding under the terms I sent over?",
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                "content": "Okay makes sense!\n\nI'm happy to proceed under the terms as outlined.\n\nCould you confirm the shipping address for the reference sample so I can\nsend it over as soon as possible?\n\nThanks\n\nSarah\n\nOn Wed, Apr 1, 2026 at 4:49\u202fPM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Sarah,\n>\n> Those are excellent questions, and I'm happy to clarify.\n>\n> Regarding the development fees, I can't provide a specific range just yet.\n> The final cost is determined by our technical team once they've had a\n> chance to physically analyze your reference sample and understand the full\n> scope of the construction and sourcing required. It's a bespoke cost based\n> on the complexity of your unique design.\n>\n> As for the adjustments, I can see how that point could be confusing.\n> Please let me reassure you, the entire purpose of the prototyping and\n> sampling stage is to perfect the fit and construction *before* you commit\n> to the bulk order. You will receive samples, provide feedback, and we will\n> make the necessary changes. The phrase \"adjustments can only be made after\n> placing the final order\" refers to minor logistical changes to the bulk\n> production run itself, not the creative and technical development of the\n> garment. Getting the fit right is just as important to us as it is to you.\n>\n> With these clarifications, are you comfortable proceeding under the terms\n> I sent over?\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": "Perfect! 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, including the shipping address for your sample. Thank you for choosing Portugal Textile.",
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        "brand_name": "Sarah Tarabay Activewear (brand name not specified)",
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        "client_name": "Matilde Azevedo",
        "country": "Spain (based) \/ Cyprus (incorporated)",
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        "price": "Target production price: \u20ac15\u201320 per unit. Target retail price: approx. \u20ac50.",
        "product": "Pending",
        "quantity": "Initial target was under 100 units per style, but is proceeding with manufacturer's MOQ of 200 units per style (200 for 'Sculpt Fit' and 200 for 'Adapt Fit'). 2 colors, sizes XS-L.",
        "requests": "Client is looking for a manufacturing partner and has a physical sample from a competitor to use as a development reference. Inquired about sampling process, timelines, pricing, and MOQs. Requested clarification on development fees and the process for making fit adjustments during sampling.",
        "terms_accepted": "YES",
        "timeline": "Client is flexible, prioritizing quality over speed. Manufacturer has indicated a six-month production cycle."
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