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BESPOKE CLOTHING

“When some things are non- negotiable, when you can’t find that exact colour or fit you need, or are seeking a one-stop shop for decorated, labelled and packed product to your exact requirements, it’s time to consider bespoke,” says Mantis World . “The Mantis World bespoke team are dedicated solution providers and well-versed in the world of Pantones, garment specifications, production planning, care labelling and fabric testing – and all to their exacting ‘Well Made’ standards.” Using Mantis’s network of ethical- manufacturing partners, the team will handle sampling and delivery – and everything in between. “From plain polos to embroidered-at-source hoodies; jackets to jersey tees; poly bags to printed packaging – the world of bespoke could indeed provide the answer to you garment desires,” suggests the brand. Mantis explains that its breadth of experience includes the development and delivery of specially-designed garments to large multinationals, the personalisation of products from Mantis World’s own range of men’s, women’s, kids’ and babywear ranges, to custom colours for babywear boutiques, and all with minimum quantity requirements that may well come as a pleasant surprise. www.mantisworld.com

Papini says it is “renowned for its bespoke service”. The company works with clients to produce design ranges for a wide number of businesses including blue chip companies, explains CEO Gary Fisher, adding: “As we work as a third party, we keep information about clients confidential. The bespoke business is continually

growing and we are proud of the repeat orders and customers we have worked with. This proves that

the first experience with Papini is hassle-free, delivered to high expectations and is accompanied by exceptional digital design ranges.”

During the past five years, Papini has increased its bespoke service so that customers can now place orders with minimum quantities of only 150 polycotton polos or 200 polycotton hoodies. This quick and easy ‘Design It Yourself’ service for polos and hoodies allows customers to easily create new colour combinations by choosing the colour of the hoodie or polo, the contrast lining and panelling, before seeing the final design on a Papini hoodie or polo. www.papini.co.uk

According to Make It British, there are 1,500 garment manufacturing businesses in Leicester, employing more than 10,000 people. [Source: www.makeitbritish.co.uk]

Livingstone International is a global sourcing organisation specialising in the procurement of value-added apparel for clients based in the UK, Europe and North America. Established in 2001, the company’s international network encompasses offices and affiliates in China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Pakistan, UAE, Turkey and the USA, along with a head office in the UK. “Through our international network we develop ‘best-fit’ solutions for our clients, ensuring that products are delivered on time and to the quality standards expected in their design briefs,” explains Livingstone International. The company notes that it works with clients that have a range of experience in sourcing: “Regardless of whether you are brand new to overseas sourcing or highly experienced, we are able to create a tailor-made solution to meet your requirements.” Livingstone International says that enquiries can be handled from all stages of development, and that the team can work from original garments or technical drawings to help clients create their final product design.

requirements based upon quantity, lead-time, product specifics and price points,” the company continues. “Quality control and the monitoring of your program are integral to our service. All production is inspected by our own staff before the goods leave the factory. “We handle all aspects of transport and logistics to ensure you have a seamless service from order to final delivery. Use Livingstone International as an extension of your own purchasing department and let us open the world of sourcing to you.” www.livingstoneinternational.co.uk

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