For Project-based work, including consultations, tech-pack projects, fitting consultations, sampling reports, or process/system training, we charge AUD $150-$180+GST per hour. We require a minimum of 1-hour time frame for remote consultations and a 2-hour minimum for in-office consultations.

For our Retainer Service, the price varies depending on your service selection. It ranges from AUD $180 to AUD $200+GST per hour, with no minimum requirements for consultation time or bookings.

We provide flexible payment terms, including installment options, tailored to the scope of work and selected services.

For a detailed price list and payment terms, book a discovery call with us. We’ll create a customized service proposal designed specifically for your brand or project.

The total cost of your collection can vary significantly based on several factors, including design complexity, materials, production methods, and quantity. It's difficult to provide an accurate estimate without understanding your specific designs. Once you complete the design development with us and provide detailed information about your collection, we can offer a more precise quote. It’s essential to factor in costs for sampling, production, logistics, and any additional branding services you may require.

The lead time can vary greatly depending on the complexity of your designs and the production process. On average, it can take anywhere from 7 to 12 months from the initial design phase to final production. Here’s an approximate timeline:

• Design Brief, Range Plan, Preparing for Techpacks: 2-6 weeks
• Tech Packs: 1-2 weeks
• Sourcing Suppliers or Fabric/Trims: 1-2 weeks (If required)
• Sampling: 30-90 days (depending on the number of samples required, number of sample rounds, and country of manufacturing)
• Production & QC: 1-3 months (depending on country of manufacture, time of year and customisations)
• Logistics / Freight of Bulk: 2-6 weeks depending if air or sea freight

Please note that we are not able to control unforseen delays with custom manufacturing's essential to plan accordingly and build flexibility into your timeline.

Yes, we offer flexibility in our service proposals, allowing you to choose the level of assistance you need. We have options like an End-to-End Retainer, which is suitable for startups needing comprehensive support, as well as a Build Your Fashion Brand Program that offers more DIY elements. If you prefer, you can also engage with us on a project-by-project basis for specific tasks such as tech packs or sampling.

Yes, even though Spec to Sample represents your brand, all final decisions remain in your hands. If you prefer, you can stay in the loop at all times by being CC'd on our communications.

We are here to guide you, offering suggestions and options to help you make the most feasible and commercially viable decisions for your business.

Yes, we do. However, this offering is exclusively available for clients with an established brand or industry background. The one-time connect package includes a referral to our trusted factories, along with a minimum number of retainer hours if required.

For new brands, this ensures you receive ongoing guidance from our team of experts, helping you successfully navigate the entire process while leveraging our extended supplier network.

The One-Time Connect service provides you with direct access to our trusted factories. Upon payment of the fee, we facilitate an introduction email, allowing you to communicate directly with the factories for your manufacturing needs. This service streamlines the process of finding reliable suppliers, saving you time and effort while ensuring a smoother experience.

Our white label service provides you with pre-developed tech packs and specification sheets at a more competitive price than custom-designed options. This service allows you to incorporate ready-made designs into your collection, keeping costs lower as you scale your brand. If you’re on a retainer with us, you can also make minor design amendments or change the fabric within the white label designs as part of your agreement.

Yes. Once the quotation is accepted, our manufacturers will provide samples to ensure the product meets your expectations before proceeding with bulk production. However, if you’re requesting customized trims, hardware, or materials, the samples may use substitute colours until you're ready to place a deposit for bulk production.

Manufacturing costs are influenced by several factors, including fabric selection, trims, labour, and Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs). These costs typically cover design development, fabric sourcing, sampling rounds, production, and logistics (freight). Sampling costs, in particular, can fluctuate based on the number of rounds required to perfect your product.

Additional expenses may include custom packaging, labelling, and testing requirements. We’ll provide a clear breakdown of these costs to help you budget effectively. Ultimately, costs can vary widely depending on the complexity of your design, the materials used, and the country of production.

Yes, when the production costs are quoted, these typically include the estimated bulk fabric and trim costs. This is calculated based on the specifications provided in your tech pack. However, additional costs such as shipping or custom labels may be quoted separately.

This genuinely comes down to trust between yourself and the manufacturer. We have long-standing relationships with our suppliers and all of them take cofidentiality very seriously as on-selling designs can also ruin their reputation.

Spec to Sample provides an in-house fabric library to streamline material selection. Additionally, our manufacturers offer a wide variety of fabrics, including silk, Tencel, modal, cotton, viscose, and blends, depending on their garment and manufacturing specialties.

When choosing materials, consider your garment's intended use, feel, and cost. Reviewing swatches is needed to ensure the options align with your budget and vision.

Yes, our suppliers can accommodate custom sizes and fits. This is especially valuable for niche markets like plus-size or petite collections.

We work closely with the supplier to meet your specific fit requirements, including adjusting grading across sizes and ensuring accurate silhouettes and proportions for each size range.

Our suppliers manage quality control through multiple stages. This includes sampling submissions for feedback, material testing before production, and regular inspections during mid-production and final production stages.

With dedicated quality assurance teams, they thoroughly manage the process and provide detailed information about their inspection procedures.

While issues are rare, our manufacturers provide detailed trading terms and conditions. This document outlines how they address concerns, such as defective items or deviations from the agreed purchase order. Depending on the circumstances, they may offer solutions like rework, credit, or refunds.

To support any claims, your technical documents must be accurate and reflect the requirements for bulk production.

Reference samples are not intended for copying designs but act as a visual guide to communicate your desired fit, silhouette, and construction techniques. They assist our designers and manufacturers in understanding your vision more clearly.

We emphasize the importance of using reference samples appropriately and ethically to maintain originality in your designs.

Yes, you can provide your technical drawings for us to review. We will ensure that they meet the industry standards required for tech packs. If necessary, we may adjust them to include all essential details for production, such as construction specifications, materials, and measurements.

A brand style guide serves as a comprehensive rulebook that defines every aspect of your brand's visual identity, including logo usage, colour schemes, typography, and tone of voice. Having a well-defined brand style guide ensures that your branding is consistent across all platforms and materials, which helps build brand recognition and trust with your audience.

Yes, we can facilitate the sourcing and production of your custom packaging solutions. Our team has expertise in various packaging materials and techniques.

We work with trusted partners to deliver high-quality packaging that meets your brand's standards and needs.

If the fabric, trim, or product you were interested in is out of stock, reach out to your supplier to explore alternative options. Additionally, checking with other suppliers may yield similar items.

If necessary, consider other alternatives or options that may fit your design specifications to keep your project on schedule.

Yes, it’s highly recommended to request both sampling and production quotes from the factories you contact.

Be sure to share details about your desired production units per style or color. This enables them to provide accurate quotes tailored to your needs.

All of our factories sign NDAs with us to protect our clients' designs. For external suppliers, it’s your choice to request an NDA.

However, some suppliers may only agree to this after formal sampling or production begins. It’s worth discussing with them to ensure your intellectual property is protected.

Yes, going through the sampling report process is necessary as it helps ensure effective communication with the factory.

Most factories require these reports to document any changes made during the sampling rounds. This helps to avoid mistakes in production.