How We Work.

 

  1. Brief 

  • Receive brief from client, mutually identify key needs and requirements.

  • discuss philosophy and range plan. 

  • Establish the critical path.

 

2.Brand Identity & Key Trends

  • Identify current trends , key styles and competitors.

  • Create concept mood boards including leather and textile selection.  

 
 

3. The Idea 

  • Collection concept, what is it and why ?

  • Define Brand assets and re-evaluate if necessary.

  • If necessary present prints for leather or fabric.

  • Search and select fabrics and leathers from relevAnt suppliers.

  • If necessary create a bespoke textile leather emboss repeat.

  • Design products in sketch form then to fine illustrations, & 3d renderings if required.

  • Design hardware components using sketch  through to 3D renderings.

  • Review 1st prototypes in nearest fabric or leather with prototype hardware.

  • Review 2nd / 3rd prototypes for full evaluation, costings and range planning.

  • 4. Brief Manufacturer

    • Research suppliers for materials and components.

    • Identify the manufacturer according to clients desired price and quality level.

  • Build it.

    • GC follows revision of prototypes through to pre production sample.

    • Quality control testing according to clients terms.

  • 6. Final Stages

    • Final selection of materials and product amendments.

    • Conduct detailed review of all prototypes, list the amendments and suggestions from the client/ manufacturer.

    • Setup final selection of products.

    • Define SKU’s and complete range plan.