Build a brief that can be measured

A useful tech pack combines front and back drawings, construction notes and a measurement table. Define each measurement point and its tolerance; size names alone are not enough for a multi-market range. Add the intended fit, yarn preferences, color references, trims, labels and packaging. Identify the style, version and date so the factory and buyer work from the same document.

Resolve the fabric before the whole garment

Where appropriate, review yarn and stitch swatches before committing to a complete sample. Confirm the surface, pattern repeat, colors and intended finish. If an alternative yarn or construction is proposed, record the change and its effect on the brief. Evaluate the sample after the proposed washing and finishing process, rather than relying only on an unfinished knitted panel.

Separate fit comments from appearance comments

Measure the sample using the agreed method and review it on the intended fit reference. Record issues by measurement point, with a clear requested correction. Keep comments on neckline, sleeves, length and ease separate from comments on hand feel, motif placement or color. Annotated photographs can support the review, but retain the actual sample for checks that an image cannot capture.

Close approval with one controlled record

Return one consolidated comment sheet, not several conflicting messages. State what is approved, what must change and which revised sample or document will confirm the correction. Discuss any additional approval stages your order needs, such as a size set, pre-production sample or packaging review. Before production, retain an approved sample and the matching specification version on both sides. Reconfirm commercial terms and timing if later changes affect the agreed product.

Sample review record to prepare

Use this working record with your supplier. It is a buying checklist; the sample stages, responsibilities and schedule are agreed for your project.

Sample review record to prepare
Review pointApproval record
Specification versionRecord the style ID, drawing or tech-pack version and reference size.
Swatch / garment sampleState which yarn, texture, color and fit decisions the sample is approving.
Open commentsList unresolved items, the responsible person and required confirmation.
Approval & changesKeep the dated sample comments; recheck costing and schedule after changes.

Manufacturing information: 2025 company profile. Order specifications and current availability are confirmed for each project. Company facts and supporting documents

Technical references