1、Market Research and Positioning:
Get an in-depth understanding of hipster market trends, consumer preferences, competitors' products and design styles.
Identify your target audience and define your brand concept and design positioning.
2、Design conceptualization and sketching:
Based on the results of market research, conceptualize a unique and attractive design concept.
Translate the design concept into a sketch, including elements such as pattern, color, and layout.
The sketches need to depict in detail the front and back of the T-shirt as well as possible sleeve designs.
3、Fabric and Accessories Selection:
According to the design requirements and brand positioning, choose suitable fabrics. Common fabrics for hipster T-shirts include cotton, polyester, blends and so on.
Consider the fabric's texture, color, thickness, elasticity and other factors to ensure they can support your design and achieve the desired visual effect.
Choose accessories that match the fabric, such as zippers, buttons, and printing materials.
4、Technical drawing production:
Convert sketches into technical drawings, including details such as dimensions, pattern, sewing stitches, etc.
Technical drawings need to be accurate to the millimeter level to ensure the precision of sample production.
5、Patternmaking & Cutting:
Based on the technical drawings, cut lines are drawn on the fabric and cut.
Ensure that the cut fabric matches the size and pattern on the drawing.
6、Printing or embroidery process:
If the design has printing or embroidery elements, you need to choose the appropriate printing or embroidery process.
The pattern is printed or embroidered on the fabric according to the design requirements.
The printing or embroidery process needs to be precise and detailed to ensure clarity and color reproduction.
7、Sewing and Assembly:
The cut fabric is sewn and assembled into the initial form of the T-shirt.
Pay attention to the uniformity and flatness of the sewing seam, as well as the size and proportions of the parts.
Add accessories such as zippers and buttons as needed.
8、Sample Inspection and Adjustment:
The finished samples are inspected to check the degree of conformity with the design drawings, the texture of the fabrics, and the suitability of the pattern.
According to the inspection results, make necessary adjustments to the samples, such as modifying the size, replacing fabrics, etc.
9、Final sample confirmation:
Confirm the final T-shirt samples after several inspections and adjustments.
Ensure that the samples meet the design requirements and can show the brand characteristics and seasonal fashion elements.
10、Display and Promotion:
Show the final samples to target customers, partners or investors.
Promote and publicize through social media, fashion blogs, industry exhibitions and other channels.