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            "content": "Hello The Portugal textile team,\n\nMy name is *Louvkens Piquet*, founder of *=C3=80 Croquer Paris* (France).\nWe are looking for a *direct manufacturer (no intermediaries \/ no agents)* =\nfor\nour first activewear production\n\nOur brand is just getting started, so this initial contact and your offer,\nreliability, and flexibility will be crucial in determining whether we\ncommit to a long-term partnership with you for much larger orders. Because\nyou're going to be hearing a lot about this brand in the future.\n\nProduction Summary *(Total 1008 pcs). *\n\n*Items \/ Quantities:*\n\n   -\n\n   264 sports bras (132 white \/ 132 black) =E2=80=93 sizes XS \/ S \/ M \/ L\n   -\n\n   80 short leggings (40 white \/ 40 black) =E2=80=93 XS \/ S \/ M \/ L\n   -\n\n   80 long leggings (40 white \/ 40 black) =E2=80=93 XS \/ S \/ M \/ L\n   -\n\n   104 skirts with integrated short (52 white \/ 52 black) =E2=80=93 XS \/ S =\n\/ M \/ L\n   -\n\n   80 pairs long socks (40 white \/ 40 black) =E2=80=93 sizes S \/ M \/ L \/ XL\n   -\n\n   80 pairs short socks (40 white \/ 40 black) =E2=80=93 S \/ M \/ L \/ XL\n   -\n\n   80 caps (40 white \/ 40 black) =E2=80=93 one size adjustable\n   -\n\n   80 visors (40 white \/ 40 black) =E2=80=93 one size adjustable\n   -\n\n   80 hair headbands (40 white \/ 40 black) =E2=80=93 one size elastic\n   -\n\n   80 wrist sweatbands (40 white \/ 40 black) =E2=80=93 one size elastic\n\nTechnical Requirements\n\n*Fabrics:*\n\n   -\n\n   Activewear (sports bras, leggings, shorts, skirts):\n   Nylon or polyester with *elastic blend (elasthanne)*\n   Target weight: *230=E2=80=93250 g\/m=C2=B2*\n   Stretch 4 directions, moisture-wicking, durable.\n\n*Sports Bras:*\n\n   -\n\n   Padding *removable*\n   -\n\n   Cross-front design, wide supportive straps\n\n*Elastics:*\n\n   -\n\n   Waistbands and finishing elastics with *embroidered logo text (relief\n   embroidery)*\n\n*Logos:*\n\n   -\n\n   Complete logo embroidered on chest \/ front\n   -\n\n   Illustration logo embroidered on leggings\n   -\n\n   All logos in *high-density embroidery \/ premium stitch*\n\n*Finitions:*\n\n   -\n\n   Neat seams (flatlock \/ coverstitch)\n   -\n\n   Tolerances for logo placement =C2=B1 3 mm\n   -\n\n   Lace detail on certain items (sock tops, bra straps)\n\nRequired from You (please reply with)\n\n   1.\n\n   *MOQ per product, per color*\n   2.\n\n   *Lead times*\n   -\n\n      Prototype timeframe\n      -\n\n      Size set timeframe\n      -\n\n      Bulk production timeframe\n      3.\n\n   *Unit prices (FOB \/ EXW)* by product & color\n   4.\n\n   *Sample costs* (prototype \/ size set \/ PP sample)\n   5.\n\n   *QC \/ AQL approach*\n   6.\n\n   *Photos \/ videos of your production line*\n   7.\n\n   *Direct contacts* (production manager, merch person)\n   =E2=80=94 not agent \/ broker\n\nRequired from You (please reply with)\n\n   1.\n\n   *MOQ per product, per color*\n   2.\n\n   *Lead times*\n   -\n\n      Prototype timeframe\n      -\n\n      Size set timeframe\n      -\n\n      Bulk production timeframe\n      3.\n\n   *Unit prices (FOB \/ EXW)* by product & color\n   4.\n\n   *Sample costs* (prototype \/ size set \/ PP sample)\n   5.\n\n   *QC \/ AQL approach*\n   6.\n\n   *Photos \/ videos of your production line*\n   7.\n\n   *Direct contacts* (production manager, merch person)\n   =E2=80=94 not agent \/ broker\n\nWe can *immediately* share detailed tech packs, visuals, logos, placements,\nand exact dimensions once you confirm.\n\nPlease reply with your most competitive quotation and direct contact\ndetails.\n\nBest regards,\n\n*Louvkens Piquet*\nFounder =E2=80=94 =C3=80 Croquer Paris\n\n$$SYSTEM NOTE: The user provided attached files (10A8BD31-2766-4656-AE45-7878E54280ED_69a6019613018.png). Treat these as the requested Tech Pack \/ files.$$",
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            "content": "Hello Louvkens,\n\nThank you for contacting us and for the detailed overview of your project for \u00c0 Croquer Paris. I appreciate you sharing your vision with us.\n\nI have also received your attached files.\n\nBefore we can move forward to a full analysis and quotation, I need to clarify our minimum order quantities (MOQs), as your requested numbers are below our factory thresholds. Our minimums are essential to maintain the high standards of production we are known for.\n\nFor your product categories, our minimums are as follows:\n*   **Activewear** (sports bras, leggings, skirts): 200 units per style.\n*   **Socks**: 1,000 units per style and per color.\n*   **Caps and Visors**: 500 units per style.\n*   **Accessories** (headbands, wristbands): 100 units per style.\n\nPlease let me know if you are able to adjust your quantities to meet these requirements. Once this is confirmed, I can better assess your project and provide the information you requested.",
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            "content": "Hello Matilde,\n\nThank you for your detailed response and for outlining your minimum order\nquantities. We fully understand the importance of maintaining your\nproduction standards and the constraints associated with MOQs.\n\nThat said, as we are currently preparing our initial launch, some of the\nrequired quantities are difficult for us to reach across all product\ncategories at this stage.\n\nWe are, however, open to adjusting quantities on certain items where it\nmakes sense and where we see strong initial demand potential. For other\ncategories, we would appreciate some flexibility in order to initiate the\ncollaboration under viable conditions for both sides.\n\n\u00c0 Croquer Paris is a young brand, but it is built with a clear premium\npositioning, strong identity, and long-term ambition. Our objective is not\na one-time production, but to establish a lasting partnership with a\nmanufacturer capable of supporting our growth.\n\nIf the first drop performs as expected, we are planning significantly\nlarger production volumes in the near future. In that context, we also see\nthis initial collaboration as a mutual investment and a foundation for a\nlong-term relationship.\n\nWe believe that a certain level of flexibility at this stage would reflect\na shared commitment and trust between both parties.\n\nPlease let us know if there is room for adjustment on specific categories\nso we can move forward efficiently.\n\nLooking forward to your feedback.\n\nBest regards,\n\nMr PIQUET Louvkens.\n\n\u00c0 Croquer Paris\n\nLe lun. 2 mars 2026 \u00e0 22:31, Matilde Azevedo  a\n\u00e9crit :\n\n> Hello Louvkens,\n>\n> Thank you for contacting us and for the detailed overview of your project\n> for \u00c0 Croquer Paris. I appreciate you sharing your vision with us.\n>\n> I have also received your attached files.\n>\n> Before we can move forward to a full analysis and quotation, I need to\n> clarify our minimum order quantities (MOQs), as your requested numbers are\n> below our factory thresholds. Our minimums are essential to maintain the\n> high standards of production we are known for.\n>\n> For your product categories, our minimums are as follows:\n>\n> * Activewear (sports bras, leggings, skirts): 200 units per style. *\n> *Socks*: 1,000 units per style and per color.\n>\n> * Caps and Visors: 500 units per style. * *Accessories* (headbands,\n> wristbands): 100 units per style.\n>\n> Please let me know if you are able to adjust your quantities to meet these\n> requirements. Once this is confirmed, I can better assess your project and\n> provide the information you requested.\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 Mr. Piquet,\n\nThank you for your response. I appreciate your ambition for \u00c0 Croquer Paris and your desire to build a long-term partnership.\n\nI understand your position as a new brand launching its first collection. However, the minimums I provided are firm requirements set by our production facilities. These are not flexible, as they are directly linked to the sourcing of raw materials and the setup of the production lines, which is essential to maintain the high quality we are committed to. We apply these standards consistently for all our partners to guarantee the best results.\n\nPlease review your production plan and let me know if you are able to adjust your quantities to meet these thresholds. If you can, I would be very happy to proceed with a full analysis of your project.",
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            "content": "Thank you for your clear explanation and for outlining your production\nrequirements. I fully understand the importance of maintaining your\nstandards and the constraints related to your MOQs.\n\nBefore making a final decision on how to structure our production, I would\nfind it very helpful to have a clearer understanding of the pricing based\non your MOQ levels.\n\nWould it be possible for you to provide an estimated quotation based on\nyour minimum quantities for the key product categories (sports bras,\nleggings, skirts)? This would allow us to properly evaluate how we can\nalign our production plan accordingly.\n\nWe are currently structuring our first drop with a long-term vision, and\nhaving this visibility would help us assess how to potentially scale with\nthe right partners from the beginning.\n\nLooking forward to your feedback, and thank you again for your time and\ntransparency.\n\nMr PIQUET.\n\u00c0 Croquer Paris.\n\n\nLe jeu. 19 mars 2026 \u00e0 20:48, Matilde Azevedo  a\n\u00e9crit :\n\n> Hello Mr. Piquet,\n>\n> Thank you for your response. I appreciate your ambition for \u00c0 Croquer\n> Paris and your desire to build a long-term partnership.\n>\n> I understand your position as a new brand launching its first collection.\n> However, the minimums I provided are firm requirements set by our\n> production facilities. These are not flexible, as they are directly linked\n> to the sourcing of raw materials and the setup of the production lines,\n> which is essential to maintain the high quality we are committed to. We\n> apply these standards consistently for all our partners to guarantee the\n> best results.\n>\n> Please review your production plan and let me know if you are able to\n> adjust your quantities to meet these thresholds. If you can, I would be\n> very happy to proceed with a full analysis of your project.\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": "Hello Mr. Piquet,\n\nI understand that having a price estimate would be helpful. However, before our technical team can perform a detailed analysis and provide a quotation, I need to gather all the necessary project details first.\n\nTo provide you with an accurate analysis for your project, I need the following details:\n\n1.  **Quantities**: Can you confirm that you are able to meet our minimum of 200 units per style for the activewear items (sports bras, leggings, skirts) you wish to produce?\n2.  **Timeline**: What is your desired delivery date for this collection?\n3.  **Target Price**: What is your target production price per style, indicated separately for each 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": "Thank you for your message and for outlining the required information.\n\nPlease find below the details for our project:\n\n1. Quantities\n\nAt this stage, we are structuring our initial launch carefully. While\nreaching 200 units per style across all items may be challenging, we are\ncurrently evaluating how to align with your MOQ on our core products\n(sports bras, leggings, and skirts).\n\n2. Timeline\n\nOur target timeline for delivery is within 10 to 12 weeks from order\nconfirmation, depending on development and production lead times.\n\n3. Target Price\n\nAs we are positioning \u00c0 Croquer Paris as a premium brand, we are targeting\nthe following production price ranges:\n\n\n   -\n\n   Sports bras: 15\u201322\u20ac\n   -\n\n   Leggings: 20\u201325\u20ac\n   -\n\n   Skirts: 28\u201336\u20ac\n\nThese ranges are based on our current benchmarks for high-quality\nactivewear production.\n\nWe remain open to your guidance based on your expertise and production\ncapabilities, and we are ready to adjust where necessary to ensure the\nright balance between quality, pricing, and long-term collaboration.\n\nLooking forward to your feedback.\n\nBest regards,\n\nPIQUET Louvkens.\n\n\u00c0 Croquer Paris\n\nLe jeu. 19 mars 2026 \u00e0 21:16, Matilde Azevedo  a\n\u00e9crit :\n\n> Hello Mr. Piquet,\n>\n> I understand that having a price estimate would be helpful. However,\n> before our technical team can perform a detailed analysis and provide a\n> quotation, I need to gather all the necessary project details first.\n>\n> To provide you with an accurate analysis for your project, I need the\n> following details:\n>\n> 1. *Quantities*: Can you confirm that you are able to meet our minimum of\n> 200 units per style for the activewear items (sports bras, leggings,\n> skirts) you wish to produce?\n> 2. *Timeline*: What is your desired delivery date for this collection?\n> 3. *Target Price*: What is your target production price per style,\n> indicated separately for each style?\n>\n> Once I have these details, I can better assess your project and guide you\n> on the next steps.\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": "Hello Mr. Piquet,\n\nThank you for providing the target prices for your collection.\n\nRegarding the quantities, I need a clear confirmation that you can meet the 200-unit minimum per style for the items you wish to produce. While I understand you are evaluating the options, our system requires this confirmation before we can send the project to our technical team for a proper analysis.\n\nI also need to clarify the timeline. Your requested delivery of 10-12 weeks is unfortunately not feasible. Our standard production cycle, from confirming the technical details to final delivery, takes a minimum of 5 months. This ensures we can maintain the high standards of quality that Portuguese manufacturing is known for. Given the current date, and also accounting for our annual factory closures in August, the earliest we could realistically have your collection ready for shipment would be in September 2026.\n\nPlease let me know if you can confirm the minimum quantities and if this revised timeline works for you.",
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            "content": "Thank you for your detailed response and for the clarification regarding\nboth quantities and timeline. I fully understand your production standards\nand the requirements behind them.\n\nAt this stage of our launch, committing to 200 units per style across all\nproducts would significantly impact the structure and flexibility of our\ninitial drop. As a young brand, we are prioritizing a controlled and\nstrategic launch to validate the market before scaling production volumes.\n\nHowever, for our core products, producing 200 units is indeed feasible.\n\nRegarding the timeline, I also understand your production cycle and quality\nstandards.\n\nHowever, a delivery in September 2026 does not align with our current\nlaunch schedule, which is planned on a  shorter timeframe.\n\nGiven these elements, it seems that the current production conditions may\nnot be fully aligned with our initial phase.\n\nThat said, I truly appreciate your transparency and professionalism.\n\nThank you again for your time and consideration.\n\nBest regards,\n\nPIQUET Louvkens.\n\n\u00c0 Croquer Paris\n\n\nLe jeu. 19 mars 2026 \u00e0 21:30, Matilde Azevedo  a\n\u00e9crit :\n\n> Hello Mr. Piquet,\n>\n> Thank you for providing the target prices for your collection.\n>\n> Regarding the quantities, I need a clear confirmation that you can meet\n> the 200-unit minimum per style for the items you wish to produce. While I\n> understand you are evaluating the options, our system requires this\n> confirmation before we can send the project to our technical team for a\n> proper analysis.\n>\n> I also need to clarify the timeline. Your requested delivery of 10-12\n> weeks is unfortunately not feasible. Our standard production cycle, from\n> confirming the technical details to final delivery, takes a minimum of 5\n> months. This ensures we can maintain the high standards of quality that\n> Portuguese manufacturing is known for. Given the current date, and also\n> accounting for our annual factory closures in August, the earliest we could\n> realistically have your collection ready for shipment would be in September\n> 2026.\n>\n> Please let me know if you can confirm the minimum quantities and if this\n> revised timeline works for you.\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": "Hello Mr. Piquet,\n\nThank you for your transparency. I completely understand your position. Our production model is indeed better suited for brands that can accommodate longer lead times and higher volumes, which I recognize is not always ideal for a first launch.\n\nI truly appreciate you considering us, and I hope you will keep us in mind for future collections.\n\nWe wish you the very best with the launch of \u00c0 Croquer Paris.",
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