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            "content": "Dear Team, My name is Julis Benning, and I am developing a streetwear brand called MORTAL . I am looking for a manufacturing partner who can support me with technical development, sampling and subsequent production. For the first collection, I am planning a unisex zip hoodie and a matching cap, both in Washed Black and Warm Beige . Design mockups and measurements from a reference hoodie are available. 1. MORTAL Zip Hoodie Desired specifications: Relaxed, oversized fit with dropped shoulders, using my existing size L Karl Kani hoodie as a fit reference. Preferred composition: 80% cotton and 20% polyester. Heavyweight fabric with a soft, brushed interior. My initial target is approximately 450 GSM, but I would like to compare fabric swatches around 400 and 450 GSM before making a final decision. Colours: Washed Black and Warm Beige. Exact shades and wash finishes are to be approved using physical samples. Full-length front zipper with a custom metal pull shaped like the MORTAL \u201cM\u201d and broken halo. White, non-reflective piping following the curved lines across the body and sleeves. Split kangaroo pockets, ribbed cuffs and a ribbed bottom hem. Embroidery details: Chest: the \u201cMORTAL\u201d wordmark combined with the broken halo. The separate large \u201cM\u201d should be removed from the chest embroidery only. Back: a large \u201cM\u201d with the broken halo, with \u201cMAN AMONG GODS\u201d underneath. Sleeves: a laurel wreath with \u201cMMXXVI\u201d, plus \u201cLIMITED IN TIME\u201d and three small white bars, as shown in the design. These bars must also be non-reflective. Clean, high-quality embroidery. Please advise on the best technique for the large back design to avoid puckering or excessive stiffness. Some attached mockups still show reflective piping and the previous chest logo. Please follow the updated written specifications above. 2. Reference Hoodie Measurements These measurements were taken from my existing, worn and washed Karl Kani hoodie in size L. They should serve as the starting point for the first fit sample. All measurements are in centimetres. Widths are measured flat, not as circumferences. Measurement cm Chest width, armpit to armpit 70 Body length, highest shoulder point to bottom edge, including ribbed hem 67 Shoulder width, seam to seam 64 Sleeve length from shoulder seam, including cuff 62 Side neck point over shoulder to sleeve end 83 Upper arm width 32 Cuff opening width 10.5 Bottom hem width 66 Bottom rib height 6 Hood front measurement, as shown in reference photo 36 Hood back height, as shown in reference photo 25 Hood width, measured flat 27 Total reference kangaroo pocket width 32 Reference kangaroo pocket height 18.5 Please review the measurement points alongside the attached documents and clarify any uncertainties before developing the pattern. The reference kangaroo pocket will need to be adapted into two pockets for the zip hoodie. The final size range and grading are still to be agreed. 3. MORTAL \u201cBroken Halo\u201d Cap Colours matching the hoodies: Washed Black and Warm Beige. Classic six-panel construction with a curved visor and an adjustable fabric strap. Front: high-quality embroidery of the \u201cM\u201d with the broken halo. Side: embroidered laurel wreath with \u201cMMXXVI\u201d. Back: embroidered \u201cMORTAL\u201d wordmark. Metal adjustment buckle featuring the MORTAL logo, if feasible at the intended order quantity. Light embroidery on the black version and dark embroidery on the beige version, as shown in the mockups. Please recommend a suitable, durable fabric and construction. Fabric weight, head circumference and adjustment range are still to be agreed. 4. Development Support and Quotation Could you support pattern development and sampling based on these specifications? I would also need assistance with preparing a production-ready tech pack, defining embroidery dimensions and placement, and converting the logo artwork into suitable files for embroidery and custom metal components. Please provide information on: Any additional files or specifications you require. Sample costs for the hoodie and cap, including what is covered. Separate charges for pattern development, embroidery digitisation and custom metal tooling. Minimum order quantities per style and colour. Indicative unit prices for quantities such as 25 and 50 pieces per style, per colour, if feasible. Lead times for fabric swatches, first samples and bulk production. Charges for sample revisions. Manufacturing location and shipping costs to Germany. Please specify whether your quotation includes VAT and shipping. Final order quantities will be decided after reviewing the samples and quotation. Thank you for your time. I look forward to hearing whether this project would be a good fit for your company. Kind regards, Julis Benning MORTAL\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (Broken_Halo_Cap_6aa2a8e277310.png, Zipper_6aa2a8e2782d7.png, Karl_kani_Ref__purpel_6aa2a8e46fb4f.pdf). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Julis,\n\nThank you for reaching out and providing detailed information about your brand MORTAL and the upcoming collection. I have received the attached files, which will be helpful for our review.\n\nTo proceed with your project, I need to gather some additional information:\n\n1. **Quantities:** What is the total quantity you plan to produce per style and per colour for both the zip hoodie and the cap?\n\n2. **Target Price:** What is your maximum target production price per style for the zip hoodie and the cap?\n\n3. **Desired Delivery Date:** What is your desired delivery date for the first samples and the bulk production?\n\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. Please note that our minimum order quantities are 200 units per style for clothing and 500 units per style for caps. Let me know if you can meet these minimums.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,  \nMatilde Azevedo  \nPortugal Textile",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde, Thank you very much for your reply and for reviewing our project. At this stage, MORTAL is a new brand and this would be our first collection, so we would like to start with a smaller production run in order to test the market and customer demand. For the zip hoodie, we are currently planning two colourways. Ideally, we would like to start with approximately 50 units per colour, so around 100 units in total. For the cap, we would also prefer a much smaller initial quantity, approximately 50\u2013100 units. Therefore, the MOQ of 200 units for clothing and especially 500 units for caps is unfortunately quite high for our first production. Could you please let us know: whether the 200-unit MOQ for the zip hoodie can be split between two colours, whether a smaller first production run would be possible, and whether you offer lower quantities for caps or perhaps have another solution for new brands? We are definitely interested in producing in Portugal and would be happy to continue the project if we can find a suitable solution for the initial quantities. Regarding samples, we would first like to develop and approve the samples before confirming the bulk production quantity and delivery date. Thank you very much and I look forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Julis Benning MORTAL Matilde Azevedo  schrieb am 10. Sept. 2026 um 14:56: Hello Julis, Thank you for reaching out and providing detailed information about your brand MORTAL and the upcoming collection. I have received the attached files, which will be helpful for our review. To proceed with your project, I need to gather some additional information: 1. Quantities: What is the total quantity you plan to produce per style and per colour for both the zip hoodie and the cap? 2. Target Price: What is your maximum target production price per style for the zip hoodie and the cap? 3. Desired Delivery Date: What is your desired delivery date for the first samples and the bulk production? Once I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. Please note that our minimum order quantities are 200 units per style for clothing and 500 units per style for caps. Let me know if you can meet these minimums. Looking forward to your response. Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards, Matilde Azevedo Commercial Assistant +351 915 085 106 info@portugaltextile.com www.portugaltextile.com Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\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 Julis,\n\nThank you for your detailed response and for sharing your plans for MORTAL's first collection. I understand your need to start with smaller quantities to test the market.\n\nUnfortunately, our minimum order quantities are non-negotiable, with 200 units per style for clothing and 500 units per style for caps. We cannot split the MOQ between different colours for the zip hoodie, and we do not offer lower quantities for caps.\n\nHowever, for smaller production runs of basic apparel items like T-Shirts, Hoodies, Shorts, and Sweatpants, you might consider our Private Label service, which can accommodate lower quantities. You can visit [www.privatelabelclothes.com](http:\/\/www.privatelabelclothes.com) for more information.\n\nIf you decide to proceed with the minimum quantities, or if you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out.\n\nBest regards,  \nMatilde Azevedo  \nPortugal Textile",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde, Thank you very much for your time, your detailed information, and for reviewing our project. For our first collection, the required minimum order quantities are currently too high for us, as we would like to start with a smaller production run and test the market first. For this reason, we have decided not to proceed with production at this stage. We really appreciate your support and the information you provided. We would be happy to get back in touch in the future once MORTAL has grown and larger production quantities become suitable for us. Thank you again. Best regards, Julis Benning MORTAL Matilde Azevedo  schrieb am 10. Sept. 2026 um 15:08: Hello Julis, Thank you for your detailed response and for sharing your plans for MORTAL's first collection. I understand your need to start with smaller quantities to test the market. Unfortunately, our minimum order quantities are non-negotiable, with 200 units per style for clothing and 500 units per style for caps. We cannot split the MOQ between different colours for the zip hoodie, and we do not offer lower quantities for caps. However, for smaller production runs of basic apparel items like T-Shirts, Hoodies, Shorts, and Sweatpants, you might consider our Private Label service, which can accommodate lower quantities. You can visit www.privatelabelclothes.com for more information. If you decide to proceed with the minimum quantities, or if you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out. Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards, Matilde Azevedo Commercial Assistant +351 915 085 106 info@portugaltextile.com www.portugaltextile.com Portugal Textile - Absolutarget Group Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided general web links (www.privatelabelclothes.com, www.portugaltextile.com). Use these for the Brand Website question. Do NOT assume they are Tech Packs unless explicitly stated by the user.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Julis,\n\nThank you for your understanding and for considering us for your production needs. I completely understand your decision to start with smaller quantities to test the market. We would be delighted to work with MORTAL in the future as your brand grows and larger production runs become feasible.\n\nPlease feel free to reach out whenever you're ready to explore production options again. We wish you the best of luck with your brand launch and look forward to the possibility of collaborating with you down the line.\n\nBest regards,  \nMatilde Azevedo  \nPortugal Textile",
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