01 — CAPABILITIES

Development

We translate blue-sky ideas into reality — from sketch table to production-feasible tech file, pattern, mock-up and prototype.

We translate a blue-sky idea into reality

Starting a collection means settling four things: the colour story, the design functionality, the technical package and the garment patterns.

Our fully equipped design and development studio in Chattogram is set up to take all four from concept to a prototype — so a designer can walk in with an idea and walk out with a production-feasible tech file.

The sketch table — October4 development studio

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The sketch table

Development process starts at the sketch table while working with the respective designers.

We work with the brand's team to compile the tech file:

  • BOM
  • Construction and technical details
  • Measurement spec
  • Workmanship guideline
Merchandising analysis — October4 development studio

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Merchandising analysis

The merchandising team analyses the file.

From the analysis, the team:

  • Develops and sources appropriate fabrics and materials
  • Prepares the costing
Pattern — October4 development studio

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Pattern

From the tech file, the pattern team carries out the information.

The pattern team:

  • Builds the pattern
  • Develops the features with mock-ups
Prototype — October4 development studio

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Prototype

After finalising the pattern, the style becomes a garment.

The sample team:

  • Builds the prototypes
  • Makes consumption

The whole route

Development is the first half of the journey. The same team carries the style through sourcing and onto the production line.

  1. Sketch

    Development starts at the sketch table, working with the brand's designers.

  2. Tech file

    The team compiles the tech file: BOM, construction and technical details, measurement spec and workmanship guideline.

  3. Merchandising

    The merchandising team analyses the file, develops and sources appropriate fabrics and materials, and prepares the costing.

  4. Pattern

    The pattern team carries the information out of the tech file and builds the pattern.

  5. Mock-up

    Features are developed and proven with mock-ups.

  6. Prototype

    Once the pattern is final, prototypes are built and consumption is calculated.

  7. Production

    The style moves to a production line matched to its construction.

  8. Inspection

    In-line technical inspection and final inspection before shipment.

Product developed

SELECTED STYLES