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            "content": "Subject: New UK sleepwear brand \u2013 enquiry re: sleepwear brand development\nservice\n\nDear Portugal Textile\n\nMy name is Laurie Alexander Balla, founder of a new UK-based sleepwear\nbrand currently in development. I came across Portugal Textile's Sleepwear\nBrand Development service and it looks like a strong fit for where we are \u2014\nI have a clear product concept and design direction, and I'm looking for a\nmanufacturing partner who can take this from concept through to a\nproduction-ready first run.\n\nA brief overview of the project:\n\n- A two-piece pyjama set in cotton jersey \u2014 a 3\/4-length cropped trouser\nand a matching non-cropped top with cap or short sleeves\n- A striped design with contrast piping detail\n- This will be the founding product for a new UK brand, targeting the UK\nmarket, with potential for additional colourways and styles depending on\nhow the first collection performs\n\nGiven your process, I'd expect to come to you with a tech pack\/reference\nand visual brief for the first style, and would value your team's input on\ntechnical specification, pattern development, and fabric sourcing within\nyour network.\n\nA few specific questions to help me understand fit before I put together\nthe full brief:\n\n- For a first run of one style across 2-3 colourways, what kind of MOQ\nrange would we be looking at?\n- Roughly how does your process flow from initial tech pack\/reference\nthrough to sample, and sample to production \u2014 timelines at each stage?\n- For packaging, I'd be looking for something simple but elevated rather\nthan standard polybags \u2014 happy to share more detail, but keen to understand\nwhat's possible within your branding\/packaging service\n- Any indicative cost ranges at this stage (even rough) would be very\nuseful for planning\n\nI'm keen to build a long-term relationship with the right partner rather\nthan a one-off run, so I'd love to understand how you typically work with\nsmaller emerging brands in the early stages.\n\nLooking forward to hearing from you, and happy to jump on a call if useful.\n\nBest regards,\nLaurie Alexander Balla\n\nROAN STUDIO",
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            "content": "Hello Laurie,\n\nThank you for contacting us. \n\nTo provide you with an accurate quotation for your project, I need the following details:\n\n1. Brand: Do you have an established brand? If so, please provide the Name and Website.\n2. Location: What is your country?\n3. Product Category: What type of product do you want to develop (e.g., T-shirts, Shoes, Swimwear, etc.)? This is essential to apply the correct minimums.\n4. Designs: Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us?\n\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. \n\nAt this initial stage, we do not schedule calls. Once we receive all the required details and our technical team approves your project, they will contact you directly to arrange a meeting. \n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,I just wanted to follow up on my email from before the weekend \u2014 please do let me know if you received it and whether you need anything further from me at this stage.Looking forward to hearing from you.Best regards,Laurie Laurie Alexander BallaFounder, Roan StudioROAN STUDIOBRAND CONCEPT & CREATIVE DIRECTIONlaurie@roanstudio.co.ukroanstudio.co.ukOn 12 Jun 2026, at 09:44, Matilde Azevedo <info@portugaltextile.com> wrote:\ufeffHello Laurie,\n\nThank you for contacting us. \n\nTo provide you with an accurate quotation for your project, I need the following details:\n\n1. Brand: Do you have an established brand? If so, please provide the Name and Website.\n2. Location: What is your country?\n3. Product Category: What type of product do you want to develop (e.g., T-shirts, Shoes, Swimwear, etc.)? This is essential to apply the correct minimums.\n4. Designs: Do you have a Tech Pack or a Physical Sample to send us?\n\nOnce I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. \n\nAt this initial stage, we do not schedule calls. Once we receive all the required details and our technical team approves your project, they will contact you directly to arrange a meeting. \n\nLooking forward to your response.\n    \n        Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n        Matilde Azevedo\n        Commercial Assistant\n        \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 do Conde",
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            "content": "Hello Laurie,\n\nThank you for your follow-up. \n\nI\u2019m sorry, but I don't see the attachment or link in your previous email. Could you please send it again? \n\nOnce I have the necessary details, I can better assess your project and guide you on the next steps. \n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde Please find our previous conversation via email below.Do let me know if you need further information.Kind regardsLaurieLaurie Alexander BallaFounder, Roan StudioROAN STUDIOBRAND CONCEPT & CREATIVE DIRECTIONlaurie@roanstudio.co.ukroanstudio.co.ukBegin forwarded message:From: Laurie Alexander Balla <laurie@roanstudio.co.uk>Date: 12 June 2026 at 09:51:47 BSTTo: Matilde Azevedo <info@portugaltextile.com>Subject: Re: New UK sleepwear brand \u2013 enquiry re: sleepwear brand development service\ufeffHi Matilde,Thank you for the quick reply \u2014 happy to provide these details.1. Brand: This is a new brand currently in development, not publicly launched, so there's no live website yet, but it is called Tarry, trading under Heat House Ltd.2. Location: England, United Kingdom.3. Product Category: Pyjamas\/sleepwear \u2014 specifically a two-piece set in cotton jersey (3\/4-length cropped trouser and a matching non-cropped top with cap or short sleeves), in a striped design with cross-stitch collar finish.4. Designs: I don't yet have a formal tech pack or physical sample. I have a clear visual and design reference brief I have put together that I could share \u2014 would that be sufficient at this stage, or is a tech pack a strict requirement before you're able to assess the project?Let me know what would be most useful to move things forward, and I'll get it over to you.Best regards,Laurie Alexander Balla",
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            "content": "Hello Laurie,\n\nThank you for providing the details.\n\nSince you mentioned that you do not have a formal Tech Pack yet, I would like to know if you have a physical sample (an actual garment) that you can ship to our office in Portugal. This would help us assess your project more effectively.\n\nOnce I have this information, I can better guide you on the next steps.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hi MatildeWe don=E2=80=99t yet have a sample - we=\n=E2=80=99d be looking to use your services through from pattern design to fi=\nnished manufacturing.I have attached the design br=\nief, hopefully this will be useful for you to understand if you can work wit=\nh us (I think the project is very much something you excel at).Kind regardsLaurie=\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (Tarry_Design_Brief_v1_6a323499aa436.pdf). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Laurie,\n\nThank you, I\u2019ve received your files. \n\nNow, could you please provide the total quantity you are looking to produce and how many styles you intend to create? This information is essential to apply the correct minimums.\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.",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,Thank you for confirming receipt.To answer your questions: I'm looking to produce one style (the two-piece set) in three colourways. For an initial run I'd be looking at approximately 50 units per colourway \u2014 150 units in total \u2014 though I'm open to discussing this if your minimums sit differently.Please do let me know what the correct minimums would be for a project of this type, and what the next steps look like from here.Best regards,LaurieLaurie Alexander BallaFounder, Roan StudioROAN STUDIOBRAND CONCEPT & CREATIVE DIRECTIONlaurie@roanstudio.co.ukroanstudio.co.ukOn 17 Jun 2026, at 06:46, Matilde Azevedo <info@portugaltextile.com> wrote:\ufeffHello Laurie,\n\nThank you, I\u2019ve received your files. \n\nNow, could you please provide the total quantity you are looking to produce and how many styles you intend to create? This information is essential to apply the correct minimums.\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    \n        Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n        Matilde Azevedo\n        Commercial Assistant\n        \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 do Conde",
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            "content": "Hello Laurie,\n\nThank you for your response. \n\nUnfortunately, the quantity you are looking to produce is below our minimum order quantity. For this type of product, our minimum is 200 units per style. Therefore, I cannot proceed with the project at the current quantity of 50 units per colourway.\n\nPlease let me know if you are able to increase your order to meet the minimum quantities, and we can discuss the next steps from there.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,Thank you for clarifying \u2014 that\u2019s helpful.200 units per style is within range for me. Could you share an indicative unit cost for a cotton jersey two-piece set at that quantity? Once I have that, I\u2019ll be in a position to come back to you with a clear answer.Best regards,LaurieLaurie Alexander BallaFounder, Roan StudioROAN STUDIOBRAND CONCEPT & CREATIVE DIRECTIONlaurie@roanstudio.co.ukroanstudio.co.ukOn 17 Jun 2026, at 07:22, Matilde Azevedo <info@portugaltextile.com> wrote:Hello Laurie,\n\nThank you for your response. \n\nUnfortunately, the quantity you are looking to produce is below our minimum order quantity. For this type of product, our minimum is 200 units per style. Therefore, I cannot proceed with the project at the current quantity of 50 units per colourway.\n\nPlease let me know if you are able to increase your order to meet the minimum quantities, and we can discuss the next steps from there.\n\nLooking forward to your response.\n    \n        Os melhores cumprimentos \/ Best regards,\n        Matilde Azevedo",
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            "content": "Hello Laurie,\n\nI appreciate your understanding regarding the minimum quantities.\n\nHowever, I must clarify that I cannot provide indicative unit costs at this stage. Accurate pricing can only be provided after our technical team analyzes your Tech Pack and confirms the final quantities.\n\nCould you please share your target production price per style? This will help us understand your budget as we move forward.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde,\n\nThank you for explaining your process \u2014 that's clear.\n\nIn terms of target price, I'm looking to come in under \u00a335 per unit for the\ntwo-piece set at 200 units.\n\nRegarding the tech pack \u2014 I don't currently have one. I'm at design brief\nstage and am in conversation with manufacturers about whether they work\nfrom briefs or require a formal tech pack before sampling. Could you\nconfirm whether Portugal Textile is able to assist with tech pack\ndevelopment as part of your service, or whether that needs to come from me\nbefore you can progress the project?\n\nKind regards\n\nLaurie\n\n\nOn Wed, Jun 17, 2026 at 7:36\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Laurie,\n>\n> I appreciate your understanding regarding the minimum quantities.\n>\n> However, I must clarify that I cannot provide indicative unit costs at\n> this stage. Accurate pricing can only be provided after our technical team\n> analyzes your Tech Pack and confirms the final quantities.\n>\n> Could you please share your target production price per style? This will\n> help us understand your budget as we move forward.\n>\n> Looking forward to your response.\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 Laurie,\n\nThank you for your response and for sharing your target price.\n\nRegarding the Tech Pack, we do not assist with the development or creation of Tech Packs. It is essential for you to provide a formal Tech Pack or a physical sample before we can progress with the project. This ensures that our technical team can accurately assess your design and provide the necessary support.\n\nOnce you have your Tech Pack ready, please share it with us, and we can move forward from there.\n\nLooking forward to your response.",
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            "content": "Good morning Matilde\n\nPlease find attached my tech packs for both the top and bottoms of the\npyjama set.\n\nI'll look forward to hearing from you about the next steps.\n\nAll the best\n\nLaurie\n\n\n\nOn Wed, Jun 17, 2026 at 10:22=E2=80=AFAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Laurie,\n>\n> Thank you for your response and for sharing your target price.\n>\n> Regarding the Tech Pack, we do not assist with the development or creatio=\nn\n> of Tech Packs. It is essential for you to provide a formal Tech Pack or a\n> physical sample before we can progress with the project. This ensures tha=\nt\n> our technical team can accurately assess your design and provide the\n> necessary support.\n>\n> Once you have your Tech Pack ready, please share it with us, and we can\n> move forward from there.\n>\n> Looking forward to your response.\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>\n> [image: Novo Projeto]\n>\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (TARRY_Pyjamas_Top_UPDATED_6a4249a281637.ai, TARRY_Pyjamas_Bottom_UPDATED_copy_6a4249a883a5b.pdf). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Laurie,\n\nThank you, I\u2019ve received your Tech Packs for both the top and bottoms of the pyjama set.\n\nBefore I forward your project to our technical team for a formal quote, I need to confirm you agree with our standard financial and operational terms:\n\n- Development Fees: Costs depend on style (includes prototyping, sourcing, patterns, QC).\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 production price (e.g., if production is \u20ac20, sample is \u20ac40).\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\nDo you agree to proceed under these terms?\n\nLooking forward to your confirmation.",
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            "content": "Hi Matilde\n\nYes I agree to proceed under these terms.\n\nMany thanks\n\nLaurie\n\nOn Mon, Jun 29, 2026 at 11:32\u202fAM Matilde Azevedo \nwrote:\n\n> Hello Laurie,\n>\n> Thank you, I\u2019ve received your Tech Packs for both the top and bottoms of\n> the pyjama set.\n>\n> Before I forward your project to our technical team for a formal quote, I\n> need to confirm you agree with our standard financial and operational terms:\n>\n> - Development Fees: Costs depend on style (includes prototyping, sourcing,\n> patterns, QC).\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> - Sample Cost: Charged at 2x (DOUBLE) the production price (e.g., if\n> production is \u20ac20, sample is \u20ac40).\n> - Payment Terms: 50% Advance \/ 50% Before Shipping (for both development\n> and production).\n> - Shipping: Ex-Works (Client manages\/pays shipping & insurance).\n> - Adjustments: Can only be made after placing the final order.\n>\n> Do you agree to proceed under these terms?\n>\n> Looking forward to your confirmation.\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. Thank you for choosing Portugal Textile.\n\nAll the best, Laurie!",
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