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            "content": "Dear Portugal Textile,\n\n\nMy name is Frida Klakegg, and I am the founder of Essent Core, a sustainable clothing brand focused on high-quality base garments that everyone needs and can afford in their wardrobe. We are looking for a reliable manufacturing partner in Portugal for long-term collaboration.\n\n\nOne of the key products is a versatile bathrobe. We have prepared a tech pack and would like to know if you are able to produce samples.\n\n\n\nCustom-designed bathrobe:\n\n\nKey details:\n\n\n* Fabrics: An outer and inner layer (feeling and appearance) Soft inside, luxurious on the outside)\n* Construction: Designed with hidden adjustable cuff on sleeves\n* Belt: Separate belt, too belt loops\n* Labels: (main label, care label, hang tag)\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditionally, we are interested in understanding your capabilities regarding: - Fabric samples based on the tech pack before the sample to get the correct fabric from their factory (costs?)- Sample production costs\n- Adding labels, tags, or other branding details\n\n- Minimum order quantities, price per unit at different quantities and lead timesWe are excited about the possibility of working together and would be happy to provide the tech pack and further details upon your reply. Please let us know if you have any questions.\n\nThank you for your time and consideration.\n\nBest regards,\nFrida Klakegg\nFounder, Essent Core\n[Email: ]",
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            "content": "Hello Frida,\n\nThank you for contacting us. It's a pleasure to learn about Essent Core and your focus on high-quality garments.\n\nWe can certainly help with the production of your bathrobe. Regarding your specific questions, please note that any main labels, care labels, or hangtags are sourced and costed separately.\n\nTo provide you with an accurate analysis for your project, I need the following details:\n\n1.  **Brand:** Do you have an established brand website?\n2.  **Location:** What is your country?\n3.  **Designs:** You mentioned you have a Tech Pack prepared. Could you please send it over?\n4.  **Quantities:** What is the quantity you are looking to produce for this bathrobe style?\n5.  **Timeline:** What is your desired delivery date for the production?\n6.  **Target Price:** What is your target production price per bathrobe?\n\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project.",
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            "content": "Dear Matilde,\n\n\nThank you for your reply and for your interest in Essent Core. I=E2=80=99m =\nglad to hear that you can assist with the production of our bathrobe.\n\n\nPlease find the details you requested below:\n\n\n1. Brand Website: We are currently building our website, but I can share ou=\nr brand story and product vision if helpful.\n2. Location: Norway\n3. Designs \/ Tech Pack: I have attached the Tech Pack for the bathrobe to t=\nhis email. This is a draft and will be completed during next week, but can =\ngive you enough impression to answer me the questions and to consider a pos=\nsible collaboration.\n4. Quantities: For first order I would like to request a quote for a small =\ninitial order. Could you please provide pricing and details for producing:\n- 50 units\n- 100 units\n\n\n5. Timeline: Ideally, we aim for production completion by 01.09.2026 but th=\nis is not crucial.\n6. Target Price: We are aiming for a production price around =E2=82=AC35=\n=E2=80=93=E2=82=AC45 per bathrobe, but we are open to your suggestions based o=\nn your capabilities and the quality you can provide.\n\n\nRegarding labels and hangtags, thank you for clarifying =E2=80=93 we unders=\ntand these are separate. Can you say something about what the extra costs f=\nor this will be approximately.\n\n\nBeyond this bathrobe, we have several additional base garments we plan to p=\nroduce, and we are looking for a factory that can support us with both curr=\nent and future products\n\n\nThank you very much for your time and support.\n\n\nBest regards,\nFrida Klakegg\nFounder, Essent Core\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDen torsdag 2. april 2026 15.30.24 +02.00 skrev Matilde Azevedo :\n\n> Hello Frida,\n>=20\n>=20\n> Thank you for contacting us. It's a pleasure to learn about Essent Core a=\nnd your focus on high-quality garments.\n>=20\n>=20\n> We can certainly help with the production of your bathrobe. Regarding you=\nr specific questions, please note that any main labels, care labels, or han=\ngtags are sourced and costed separately.\n>=20\n>=20\n> To provide you with an accurate analysis for your project, I need the fol=\nlowing details:\n>=20\n>=20\n> 1. Brand: Do you have an established brand website?\n> 2. Location: What is your country?\n> 3. Designs: You mentioned you have a Tech Pack prepared. Could you please=\n send it over?\n> 4. Quantities: What is the quantity you are looking to produce for this b=\nathrobe style?\n> 5. Timeline: What is your desired delivery date for the production?\n> 6. Target Price: What is your target production price per bathrobe?\n>=20\n>=20\n> Once I have these details, I can better assess your project.\n>=20\n>=20\n> \n> \n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n>=20\n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: \n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila=\n do Conde\n> \n> Absolutarget  Portugal Textile  Portugal Shoes Novo=\n Projeto\n> \n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (Tech_Pack_ROBE_V1_69ce8b7b2f65b.pdf). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Frida,\n\nThank you for sending over the details and the Tech Pack; I have received the file.\n\nRegarding the quantities, our minimum production for a style like this bathrobe is 200 units. We are unfortunately unable to produce smaller batches of 50 or 100 units due to the minimums required by our fabric suppliers and production lines.\n\nIn terms of the timeline, our standard production cycle takes approximately five months from confirmation. This timeframe allows us to maintain the high standards of quality that Portuguese manufacturing is known for. It's also important to note that our factories close for a few weeks in August for the summer holidays. Considering this, the earliest feasible delivery for a new project would be in October 2026.\n\nCould you let me know if you are able to meet the 200-unit minimum and if the October delivery timeline would work for you? Once these points are confirmed, I can better analyze your project.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThe October 2026 delivery timeline works well for me.\n\nRegarding the minimum order quantity of 200 units, this is something I may be able to consider. However, it will depend on the overall pricing, as well as the possibility to review samples and fabric swatches beforehand. Receiving more detailed information on these points will help me properly evaluate the opportunity. As I am currently in contact with several manufacturers, I am in the process of comparing options to find the best fit for my project in terms of quality, pricing, and collaboration.\n\nI would therefore appreciate if you could provide more details regarding pricing, sampling options, and fabric availability.\n\nThank you again, and I look forward to your response.\n\nBest regards,\nFrida\n\n\n\n\nDen torsdag 2. april 2026 17.30.21 +02.00 skrev Matilde Azevedo :\n\n> Hello Frida,\n> \n> \n> Thank you for sending over the details and the Tech Pack; I have received the file.\n> \n> \n> Regarding the quantities, our minimum production for a style like this bathrobe is 200 units. We are unfortunately unable to produce smaller batches of 50 or 100 units due to the minimums required by our fabric suppliers and production lines.\n> \n> \n> In terms of the timeline, our standard production cycle takes approximately five months from confirmation. This timeframe allows us to maintain the high standards of quality that Portuguese manufacturing is known for. It's also important to note that our factories close for a few weeks in August for the summer holidays. Considering this, the earliest feasible delivery for a new project would be in October 2026.\n> \n> \n> Could you let me know if you are able to meet the 200-unit minimum and if the October delivery timeline would work for you? Once these points are confirmed, I can better analyze your project.\n> \n> \n> \n> \n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> \n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: \n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> \n> Absolutarget  Portugal Textile  Portugal Shoes Novo Projeto\n> \n>",
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            "content": "Hello Frida,\n\nThat is completely understandable. The next step is for our technical team to analyze your Tech Pack in detail to provide you with a formal quote, which will include specific pricing.\n\nBefore I forward your project to them, I need to confirm you agree with our standard financial and operational terms:\n\n*   **Development Fees:** Costs depend on the style and complexity, which includes prototyping, sourcing, pattern making, and quality control.\n*   **Prints and embroideries:** Please note that there is an additional initial cost for setting up local and digital prints, all-overs and embroideries.\n*   **Sample Cost:** Charged at 2x (double) the final production price per unit. For example, if the production price is \u20ac40, the sample will cost \u20ac80.\n*   **Payment Terms:** 50% advance payment is required to start, with the remaining 50% due before shipping. This applies to both the development\/sampling stage and the final production order.\n*   **Shipping:** All orders are shipped Ex-Works (EXW), which means the client is responsible for arranging and paying for shipping, insurance, and any related duties from our facility in Portugal.\n*   **Adjustments:** Any adjustments or new samples requested after the initial prototype can only be made after the final production order is placed.\n\nDo you agree to proceed under these terms?",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\n\nBefore moving forward, I would just like to clarify a few points to better understand the process.\nFirstly, if you review my tech pack and provide pricing and further details, would this involve any form of commitment or cost on my side at this stage? I would like to ensure that I fully understand when any financial or production obligations begin.\n\nSecondly, regarding the sampling process \u2014 I understand that adjustments or new samples after the initial prototype are only possible once a production order has been placed. Could you please clarify if there is any flexibility here? For example, would it be possible to request an additional sample round (at an extra cost) before committing to the full production of 200 units?\nThis is important for me to ensure that the final product meets all expectations before moving into bulk production.\n\n\nBest regards,\nFrida Klakegg\nFounder, Essent Core\n[Email: ]\n\n\nDen torsdag 2. april 2026 17.47.10 +02.00 skrev Matilde Azevedo :\n\n> Hello Frida,\n> \n> \n> That is completely understandable. The next step is for our technical team to analyze your Tech Pack in detail to provide you with a formal quote, which will include specific pricing.\n> \n> \n> Before I forward your project to them, I need to confirm you agree with our standard financial and operational terms:\n> \n> \n> \n> Development Fees: Costs depend on the style and complexity, which includes prototyping, sourcing, pattern making, and quality control.  Prints and embroideries: Please note that there is an additional initial cost for setting up local and digital prints, all-overs and embroideries.\n> Sample Cost: Charged at 2x (double) the final production price per unit. For example, if the production price is \u20ac40, the sample will cost \u20ac80.  Payment Terms: 50% advance payment is required to start, with the remaining 50% due before shipping. This applies to both the development\/sampling stage and the final production order.\n> Shipping: All orders are shipped Ex-Works (EXW), which means the client is responsible for arranging and paying for shipping, insurance, and any related duties from our facility in Portugal.  Adjustments: Any adjustments or new samples requested after the initial prototype can only be made after the final production order is placed.\n> \n> Do you agree to proceed under these terms?\n> \n> \n> \n> \n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> \n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: \n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> \n> Absolutarget  Portugal Textile  Portugal Shoes Novo Projeto\n> \n>",
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            "content": "Hello Frida,\n\nThank you for your questions. I am happy to clarify.\n\nThere is absolutely no cost or commitment involved in having our team review your Tech Pack and provide you with a quote. Any financial obligation would only begin if you approve our quotation and decide to proceed with the sampling stage.\n\nRegarding the sampling, our policy is that the first prototype is for you to approve the fit, fabrics, and overall construction based on your Tech Pack. Any notes or minor adjustments you have are then applied to the final bulk production order once it has been placed. We do not offer additional sample rounds before the production order is confirmed. This approach ensures an efficient transition from development to bulk manufacturing.\n\nI hope this clarifies these points. Please let me know if you agree to these standard terms so I can forward your project for a detailed quotation.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you very much for your clarifications \u2014 I really appreciate it.\n\nAt this stage, as I am in the early startup phase of my clothing brand and planning to start with fewer units, I need to be mindful of costs and would like to take some time to consider my options.\n\nI hope this is okay, and I would be happy to get back in touch once I am ready to proceed and it becomes relevant.\nThank you again for your time and transparency. I really appreciate it, and I look forward to potentially collaborating in the future.\n\n\n\nBest regards,\nFrida Klakegg\nFounder, Essent Core\n[Email: ]\nDen torsdag 2. april 2026 18.01.16 +02.00 skrev Matilde Azevedo :\n\n> Hello Frida,\n> \n> \n> Thank you for your questions. I am happy to clarify.\n> \n> \n> There is absolutely no cost or commitment involved in having our team review your Tech Pack and provide you with a quote. Any financial obligation would only begin if you approve our quotation and decide to proceed with the sampling stage.\n> \n> \n> Regarding the sampling, our policy is that the first prototype is for you to approve the fit, fabrics, and overall construction based on your Tech Pack. Any notes or minor adjustments you have are then applied to the final bulk production order once it has been placed. We do not offer additional sample rounds before the production order is confirmed. This approach ensures an efficient transition from development to bulk manufacturing.\n> \n> \n> I hope this clarifies these points. Please let me know if you agree to these standard terms so I can forward your project for a detailed quotation.\n> \n> \n> \n> \n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> \n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: \n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> \n> Absolutarget  Portugal Textile  Portugal Shoes Novo Projeto\n> \n>",
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            "content": "Hello Frida,\n\nI understand completely. It's wise to be thorough when starting a new brand, and we respect you taking the time to evaluate all your options.\n\nUnfortunately, the terms I outlined are our mandatory company policies, which allow us to maintain our standards of quality and service for all our partners.\n\nWe appreciate your interest in working with us. If you decide to reconsider in the future, please know that we are here to help. We wish you the very best with the launch of Essent Core.",
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            "content": "Hello,\n\nThank you very much for your understanding \u2014 I really appreciate it.\n\nI completely respect your company policies and the standards you maintain for all partners. I will certainly keep your team in mind for future projects as Essent Core develops.\n\nThank you again for your time and for your transparency. I wish you all the best as well, and I hope we may have the opportunity to collaborate at a later stage.\n\n\n\nBest regards,\nFrida Klakegg\nFounder, Essent Core\n[Email: ]\n\n\n\nDen torsdag 2. april 2026 19.49.08 +02.00 skrev Matilde Azevedo :\n\n> Hello Frida,\n> \n> \n> I understand completely. It's wise to be thorough when starting a new brand, and we respect you taking the time to evaluate all your options.\n> \n> \n> Unfortunately, the terms I outlined are our mandatory company policies, which allow us to maintain our standards of quality and service for all our partners.\n> \n> \n> We appreciate your interest in working with us. If you decide to reconsider in the future, please know that we are here to help. We wish you the very best with the launch of Essent Core.\n> \n> \n> \n> \n> Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n> Matilde Azevedo\n> Commercial Assistant\n> \n> tel: +351 915 085 106 \n> email: \n> address: Rua da Zona Industrial de Alto de Pega 105 Loja F, 4480-761 Vila do Conde\n> \n> Absolutarget  Portugal Textile  Portugal Shoes Novo Projeto\n> \n>",
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            "content": "Hello Frida,\n\nThank you for your kind words and complete understanding. We also hope to have the opportunity to work together as your brand grows.\n\nWe wish you all the success with Essent Core.",
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