Seasonal ProgramsSwimwear Collection Development in China
One team to keep your styles, materials, samples and suppliers connected across a season.
A season is not a single order. Styles, materials, samples and suppliers depend on each other, and a late decision on one can move the rest. Seasonal development gives your collection one team that keeps those decisions connected from the first brief to the repeat order.
- Best for
- Brands running several styles and suppliers each season
- How it starts
- One product group or one order cycleThere is no need to move every supplier or hand over your whole supply chain at once.
- You keep
- Approval of suppliers, spending, material changes and shipment releaseUnless specific authority is agreed in writing.
- Fees
- Agreed by project in a written proposalCharged separately from tech pack membership.
How a season runs
Share the current picture.
Tell us what you make, which suppliers are involved, your next production or development target, and where coordination is breaking down.
Define the assignment.
Agree the work, access, responsible parties, records, approval boundaries, fees and communication cadence.
Develop and sample.
Run sample rounds against the brief, record fit comments and agreed revisions, and compare materials and suppliers against the same requirements.
Approve before bulk.
Confirm the approved sample, specifications, allowed tolerances and packaging requirements before bulk production starts.
Follow production and release.
Follow milestones, flag exceptions, check against the agreed requirements and document the shipment release decision.
Review and carry forward.
Close the season with the records and lessons that the next order or collection starts from.
What we coordinate across a season
| Workstream | What we coordinate | Read more |
|---|---|---|
| Product development | Design requirements, tech pack clarification, sample rounds, fit comments, and agreed revisions. | Sample Making |
| Materials and components | Fabric, lining, trims, branding, and packaging options; sample requests; availability and substitution discussions. | Material Sourcing |
| Factory sourcing and coordination | Existing or proposed suppliers, product fit, relevant capability checks, quotation comparison, responsibilities, and capacity discussions. | Supplier Sourcing & Coordination |
| Production follow-up | Material readiness, sample approval, production milestones, changes, and delays across the agreed suppliers. | Production Orders |
| Quality management | Agreed specifications, inspection checkpoints, defect evidence, corrective-action follow-up, and third-party inspection or testing coordination where needed. | Quality Control & Inspection |
| Shipment and stock coordination | Packing requirements, shipment readiness, consolidation, stock records, storage, and dispatch arrangements within the agreed scope. | Fulfillment & Dispatch |
Factory cooperation and access must be agreed. Site visits, independent inspections, laboratory testing, storage, freight, and duties are specified and priced separately where applicable.
Decisions that stay with you
| Decision point | What needs to be clear |
|---|---|
| Before committing to a supplier | Product capability, quotation scope, material assumptions, MOQ, timing, and who is responsible for each part of the work. |
| Before bulk production | The approved sample or reference, confirmed specifications, allowed tolerances, packaging requirements, and any unresolved development issues. |
| During production | Whether the work follows the approved requirements, what has changed, and whether corrective action is needed. |
| Before shipment | Inspection findings, outstanding defects, quantities, packing, documents, and the agreed release decision. |
You retain approval of suppliers, spending, material substitutions, specification changes, and shipment release unless specific authority is agreed in writing. Our role is to surface issues, coordinate action, and document decisions, not silently make commercial commitments for your brand.
What you receive each season
A clear project brief
The styles, suppliers, quantities, markets, target dates, quality requirements, and decisions covered by the assignment.
Comparable options
Material and supplier options assessed against the same requirements, with differences in specifications, MOQ, lead time, and cost made visible.
A record of approvals and changes
The current technical references, sample comments, approved choices, and changes that affect cost or timing.
Updates with actions attached
What is complete, what is blocked, what evidence is available, who needs to act, and which decision needs your approval.
The format and update frequency are agreed before work begins.
Ways to start
A specific development or sourcing assignment
Bring a collection, a material challenge, or a supplier decision. Define the deliverables and start with a manageable scope.
Coordination for an upcoming production run
Keep your factories and add support for approvals, milestones, quality follow-up, and shipment preparation, subject to supplier cooperation.
Ongoing support across collections
Discuss a continuing arrangement when new styles, repeat orders, and multiple suppliers create recurring management work. Coverage, communication, resources, and fees are agreed around the workload.
Planning reference points
| Item | Reference |
|---|---|
| Samples | $80–150 per style, depending on complexity. 7–15 days, plus shipping. |
| Minimum order | 60 pieces per style per color, mixed across 1–4 sizes |
| First order for a new brand | As low as 20–30 pieces per style for a first order, at a slightly higher unit price |
| Bulk production | 15–25 days after sample confirmation |
| Bulk order payment | 50% deposit, with the remaining 50% before delivery. Confirm on your invoice. |
| Seasonal program fee | Charged by project and agreed in a written proposal before work starts. |
Physical-service prices, quantities, and timelines are project references. Confirm the selected materials, scope, and current quotation before committing.
Common questions
Can I start with one product group instead of a full season?
Yes. You can begin with one product group or one order cycle. There is no need to move every supplier or delegate your whole supply chain at once.
Do I have to produce in your factory?
No. Keep your existing suppliers, develop new ones, or combine both. You do not have to move production to our factory.
Who approves suppliers, materials and changes?
You do. You retain approval of suppliers, spending, material substitutions, specification changes and shipment release unless specific authority is agreed in writing.
How is a seasonal program priced?
Agency services are charged by project and negotiated according to the agreed work, separately from tech pack membership. Confirm the fee basis, payment milestones, third-party costs and change arrangements in the written proposal before work starts.
What if samples or a tech pack are already in progress?
Share what you have. The first step is understanding the current picture: what you make, which suppliers are involved, your next target and where coordination is breaking down.
Do you guarantee the lowest price or defect-free production?
No. We help compare options, follow agreed quality requirements, and address issues with evidence. Final outcomes depend on the product, supplier execution, approvals, and service scope. Price, inspection standards, remedies, and responsibilities belong in the agreement.
Planning your next season?
Share your product category, styles, supplier locations, target dates and the issue taking the most time. We will discuss whether a seasonal program is a fit and what a useful first scope could cover.