Fabric Development & Sourcing
We support B2B customers with fabric sourcing and development for workwear and apparel, from material selection and fabric development through sampling and production preparation. Our Suzhou team manages fabric and material development, coordinating with suppliers to meet European customer requirements.
Our fabric and material development covers a broad range of options, including functional fabrics with waterproof, water-repellent, breathable, wind-resistant and stretch properties, as well as recycled and other sustainable materials.
FABRIC & MATERIAL DEVELOPMENT
Fabric & Material Selection
Selection of suitable fabrics and materials according to customer, product and project requirements.
Fabric Development
Development support for woven, knitted and functional fabrics according to specific project requirements.
Color & Appearance
Support for color, appearance and material requirements during fabric development and sourcing.
Functional & Sustainable Materials
Functional options such as water-repellent, breathable and stretch fabrics, alongside recycled and other sustainable materials. Where required, we can also source fabrics meeting bluesign® requirements.
Fabric and material development support for tailored workwear and apparel projects.
Fabric Development Support
Our Suzhou team supports fabric development and material sourcing, coordinating material requirements with customer projects and garment development.
Fabric Options for Workwear & Apparel
A broad range of fabric and material options developed and sourced to meet the requirements of workwear and apparel projects.
Natural Fibres
A range of natural and cellulosic fabric options for workwear and apparel, selected according to product requirements, appearance, comfort and performance needs.
Technical Fabrics
Functional and technical fabric options for workwear and apparel, including water-repellent, breathable, wind-resistant and stretch constructions according to project requirements.
Recycled Materials
Recycled and sustainable material options for workwear and apparel, with a focus on recycled polyester. We support the sourcing and development of Textile-to-Textile (T2T) Recycled Fabrics, including T2T recycled polyester solutions for workwear and apparel.
Looking for specific fabric or material requirements?
Our Suzhou team can discuss fabric development, material sourcing and project-specific requirements with you.
Learn more about our broader approach to sustainable sourcing.
Our Development Process
From fabric requirements and material selection to development, sampling and production support.
Fabric Requirements & Material Sourcing
UNDERSTANDING REQUIREMENTS & SELECTING SUITABLE MATERIALS
We review customer requirements such as fabric composition, weight, construction, appearance and performance needs. Our Suzhou team works with fabric and material suppliers to identify suitable options for workwear and apparel projects.
- Fabric composition & weight requirements
- Material selection & sourcing
- Functional, sustainable & bluesign® material options
Fabric Development & Sampling
DEVELOPMENT BEFORE PRODUCTION
We coordinate fabric development and sampling with our material and fabric suppliers based on customer requirements. Development samples can be reviewed and refined before moving forward to production.
- Fabric development & sampling
- Color, appearance & hand-feel review
- Development coordination with suppliers
Production Preparation & Quality Support
FROM DEVELOPMENT TO PRODUCTION
Once fabric and material requirements are confirmed, we coordinate with suppliers and production teams to support sampling, production preparation and quality control throughout the project.
- Production preparation & coordination
- Quality requirements & inspection support
- Production follow-up
FABRIC DEVELOPMENT & SOURCING
Have a specific fabric requirement?
Share your fabric composition, weight, construction or material requirements with our team and we can discuss suitable development and sourcing options.