Lingerie Sampling: Enhancing Quality Every Step of the Way

When making clothes, samples are super important. They help ensure the final product is top-notch before making it in bulk. In the lingerie industry, we utilize different types of samples at various stages of manufacturing to refine design, fit, and functionality. This article will walk you through the various types of samples used in lingerie production and how they elevate the quality of the final product.

TYPES OF SAMPLES

Sample Type	Description	Purpose	Differences	Order
Concept/Sample Development	This entails generating ideas and drafting multiple design concepts.	To research design concepts and set the groundwork for the initial design trajectory.	N/A	01
Design/Proto Sample	This entails crafting a prototype garment with fundamental features and design elements.	To enhance the design and develop a prototype of the garment.	Creating a proto sample involves refining concepts to bring them closer to the final product than initial concept samples.	02
Pattern Sample	This entails generating a flat pattern based on the design prototype sample.	To make a pattern based on the proto sample.	Pattern samples are technical drafts, refining from proto samples, used to create the final garment pattern.	03
* Fit Sample	This entails crafting a prototype garment utilizing the pattern and ensuring its proper fit.	To verify the garment’s fit on a model or mannequin.	Fit samples are crafted to assess how well the garment fits on either a model or a mannequin.	04
Pre-Production (PP) Sample	This entails making a prototype garment with the final materials and checking its quality and construction	To verify the quality, construction, and precision of the end garment.	PP samples are created with actual fabric refining fit samples and trim to assess the quality, construction, and accuracy of the final apparel.	05
Sales Sample	This entails crafting a prototype garment in various sizes and presenting it at showrooms or trade events to secure orders.	To display the apparel to potential buyers and accept orders.	Sales samples come in various sizes refining PP samples and are used to showcase clothing to potential buyers and secure orders.	06
Photo Sample	This entails crafting a prototype garment for capturing in photographs and utilizing in advertising and promotional campaigns.	To create visuals for ads and promotions.	Photo samples are crafted refining sales samples to generate images for advertising and promoting products.	07
Size Set Sample	This entails crafting a prototype garment in various sizes to assess the fit and span of sizes for the final product.	To check the final garment fits well and comes in a variety of sizes.	Factory craft samples in various sizes to ensure the final garment fits well and covers a wide range of sizes.	08
Bulk Production Sample	This entails making a sample garment in large quantities to ensure the quality and precision of the bulk production.	To ensure the final production is top-notch and accurate.	Factory creates bulk production samples to verify the quality and precision of the final production.	09
Shipment Sample	This entails crafting a sample garment from the shipment to assess both its quality and precision.	To ensure the final shipment’s quality and accuracy.	Samples from the final shipment are taken to ensure its quality and accuracy.	10

* Fit samples are likewise test versions of the product to check fit and make adjustments. After receiving them from the factory, developer identically review them and provide feedback for corrections, typically over 2 to 3 rounds. Developer also assess costs and consider potential design modifications if necessary after making the corrections. These may not precisely match the intended fabric or trim colors but will utilize available components. Upon approval of the fit sample, the final step involves subsequently the creation of a Pre-Production Sample (PPS).

Lingerie samples are certainly essential for successful production, each type serving a unique purpose. Understanding these differences identically empowers entrepreneurs and start-ups to make informed decisions, ensuring high-quality garments that meet customer needs. Prioritizing the creation and approval of samples not only saves time, money, and resources but also guarantees the final product aligns with expectations, fostering customer satisfaction. Happy sampling!

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