Garment development and wet processing
A washed hoodie is developed around the fabric, pattern, construction, and process together. Fenalt coordinates cut-and-sew production within the agreed order scope, using trial results and a representative washed sample to guide the intended hand-feel, shade, and dimensions.
Example buyer-selected weights include 500 GSM French terry or 320 GSM cotton. The final material and finish are confirmed against mill swatches, the approved tech pack, and sample results.
Direct answer
The process is selected for the actual fabric, trims, garment construction, and order. Agree whether technical review, wash or process selection, CAD or pattern work, quality planning, and specialized inspection stages are included. A finish name does not guarantee a specific appearance.
Confirm the proposed wash and quality-control scope, label specification, barcode requirements, packaging materials, and shipment terms in the order. Agree the inspection stage, sampling plan, defect definitions, and acceptance criteria. If an AQL is selected, record its standard edition and parameters; it describes an acceptance plan, not a guaranteed defect rate.
Silhouette and pattern
Develop seam allowances, reinforcement, rib recovery, hood construction, and zipper compatibility against the proposed process. Inspect the washed sample for distortion and shape.
A widened chest, dropped shoulder seams, extended sleeves, and shorter waistband rib create a boxy profile. Review proportions and seam allowances on a representative washed sample.
Choose the sleeve construction for the intended movement and clean line, then check fit and distortion after the proposed wash.
Full-zip and quarter-zip finishes are buyer-selected. Check zipper-tape and garment dimensions together, agree the assembly sequence, and inspect the sample for waviness.
Base cloth
The weights and compositions below are illustrative buyer-selected options, not universal standards or a statement of availability. Confirm the final fabric against a mill swatch and approved tech pack.
| Fabric | Example composition | Illustrative weight | Review after finishing | Example use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy French terry | 100% combed compact cotton | 420–500 GSM | Fleece hand, drape, and shape after the proposed wash. | Luxury streetwear and boxy oversized vintage hoodies. |
| Brushed-back fleece | 100% cotton or 80/20 cotton/poly blend | 350–450 GSM | Surface and interior hand; specify thermal goals for the end use. | Cold-weather classics and heavily distressed vintage cuts. |
| Medium loopback | 100% ring-spun cotton | 300–350 GSM | Loop condition and face appearance after finishing. | Year-round core collections and retail drops. |
| Slub fleece and specialty knits | 100% carded or open-end cotton | 320–400 GSM | Slub texture and color effect on a representative processed sample. | Heritage athletic wear and vintage capsules. |
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Wash development
These are possible finish directions, not guaranteed effects or fixed recipes. Agree the intended appearance and a suitable processor-proposed route for the actual fabric, trims, construction, and order.
| Possible finish | What to agree | What the sample can reveal |
|---|---|---|
| Garment dye | Coloration system suited to garment fibers, preparation, trims, and target shade. | Shade and tonal variation at seams, pocket joins, and ribbing. |
| Stone wash | Desired pumice-based abrasion appearance and placement. | Effect severity and placement on the processed garment. |
| Acid or snow finish | The intended mottled or contrasting appearance and a processor's suitable proposal. | The proposed appearance on the actual garment; the commercial name is not one fixed recipe. |
| Cellulase biopolishing | Cellulase acts on exposed cellulose and can reduce surface fuzz on cotton-containing fabrics. | Review appearance, pilling, dimensional change, and relevant strength. Excessive treatment can reduce fabric weight or strength. |
| Pigment coloration | A route intended to develop the requested worn-surface effect. | Shade, rubbing, and durability on the sample. |
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Wash routes impose different mechanical, chemical, and thermal conditions. Do not infer a single result from a process name or fiber composition alone.
Construction and decoration
Evaluate the selected construction after washing rather than assuming one seam, thread, or trim rule will work for every order.
Armholes, pocket perimeters, shoulder joins, and hood attachments may use twin-needle coverstitch or four-needle, six-thread flatlock seams. Stitch type and density follow construction and the approved specification; 10–12 SPI is an example only, subject to sample approval. Select and test sewing thread with the fabric and dye system. Even a thread in the same fiber family may contrast with the body after dyeing.
Cuffs and waistbands may use 2x2 or 1x1 cotton/elastane rib. A 380–450 GSM rib is an optional specification example. Choose composition, weight, hand, and recovery for the garment, then approve it in a sample. Neck tape, pocket reinforcement, and bartacks should match the agreed construction and be reviewed after processing.
If labeling is in scope, agree the method and approved composition and care information for the product and destination. Specify cord and hardware in the tech pack and confirm material, finish, and availability for the order. Confirm post-wash finishing, folding, packaging material, barcode or SKU tagging, and packing requirements. Do not assume a packaging material or recyclability claim.
Development and approval
Confirm which development and approval stages are in scope. The quote or order record should identify the work, samples, approvals, and schedule that apply.
Agree whether CAD or pattern work is included. Base pattern allowances on measured changes from the proposed fabric and wash sample, not automatic scaling.
Review fit, appearance, hand, shade, and relevant post-wash measurements. This is the first approval stage.
Where requested, review color samples under agreed viewing conditions. Use D65 only when the buyer specifies that illuminant.
Record the approved appearance, measurement tolerances, viewing conditions, and acceptance criteria. Approve the representative pre-production sample before the agreed bulk-release milestone. This is the second approval stage.
Order planning and quality
Materials, approvals, facility capacity, and shipment route affect planning. Confirm the applicable scope and schedule in the quotation for the specific style and order.
Agree inspection stages, sample selection, defect definitions, and acceptance criteria. Assess the process on representative samples and apply the agreed criteria to any bulk checks.
Managed production, as agreed
Fenalt may coordinate technical review, material or process selection, sampling and approvals, production checks, finishing, labeling, packing, and dispatch within the agreed order scope. Confirm which activities apply to the actual order.
Next step
Share the silhouette, base cloth, proposed finish, and sample requirements so the scope and approvals can be discussed for your order.