1. Client Background
Client Type: Concept Store / Multi-Brand Retailer
Market: Europe
Positioning: Curated lifestyle retail, minimalist aesthetics, natural-fiber focus
Product Category: OEM Linen Apparel Capsule
The client is a European concept store known for curated brands, design-led selections, and a strong lifestyle
identity. They planned to launch a small in-house linen capsule alongside their multi-brand assortment, aiming
for a refined, neutral aesthetic that fits their store visual merchandising.
Their biggest concerns were consistent hand feel and color continuity across multiple styles, stable sizing for
retail returns control, and a reliable OEM partner who could manage sampling, production, and QC for boutique-level
presentation—without requiring large initial quantities.
2. Project Objective
- Develop an OEM linen capsule collection for EU concept-store retail
- Achieve a cohesive “collection look” across multiple silhouettes and neutral tones
- Start with low MOQ to test sell-through and expand bestsellers
- Standardize measurement tolerance and shrink control for consistent sizing
- Build a repeatable workflow for seasonal refreshes and restocks
3. Product Overview
Product Types: Relaxed shirts, easy pull-on pants, minimal dresses, light layering tops
Target Channels: EU concept store retail + online shop
Season: Spring / Summer (capsule launch + in-season restock)
Key Focus: Neutral palette, consistent fabric feel, clean finishing for boutique pricing
4. Custom Requirements
The capsule was developed with OEM controls to meet concept-store retail standards:
- Linen fabric selection with stable finishing route (pre-wash / optional garment wash)
- Neutral color palette management (lab dips + bulk shade continuity across styles)
- Pattern making and EU size grading for consistent fit across the capsule
- Collection-level QC tolerance standards (measurements + workmanship consistency)
- Private label trims: woven main label, size label, care label
- Merchandising-friendly folding and packing standard (on request)
- MOQ: 60 pcs per style
- Total Styles: 6 styles for first in-house collection
5. Linenwind OEM Manufacturing Solution
Linenwind managed the project with a “collection-first” OEM approach: we confirmed fabric specs and finishing
standards first, then locked the palette and key measurements before sampling. This ensured the capsule looks
cohesive in-store and avoids shade mismatch between styles.
Two sampling rounds refined fit balance and silhouette details (collar shape, sleeve width, hip ease, hem shape).
We also aligned measurement tolerance targets based on the concept store’s return-control needs, then confirmed
shrink behavior after finishing to stabilize final size outcomes.
In bulk production, inline inspections focused on stitching neatness, topstitch consistency, label accuracy,
and shade continuity. Final inspection verified measurement tolerance and overall appearance consistency across
all styles before packing.
6. Production Details
| Fabric |
Linen (pre-washed / optional garment wash for softer hand feel) |
| Customization |
Colorways, fit adjustments, private label trims, packing standard |
| MOQ |
60 pcs per style |
| Sampling Time |
8–12 days (2 rounds) |
| Bulk Lead Time |
28–35 days (depending on styles, trims, and color approvals) |
| Quality Control |
Inline inspection + final inspection (shade, measurements, workmanship, labels) |
7. Results & Feedback
The concept-store linen capsule launched smoothly across retail and online channels.
- Cohesive neutral palette supported strong visual merchandising in-store
- Stable sizing and shrink control reduced fit-related returns
- Clean finishing improved perceived value for boutique pricing
- Best-selling styles moved into restock planning with new seasonal color updates
“We needed the capsule to feel cohesive and premium across all pieces. Linenwind managed color continuity and
fit consistency well, and the collection launched on time.”
8. Why This Case Matters
- Shows how concept stores can build in-house OEM linen collections with low MOQ (60 pcs/style)
- Highlights collection-level color continuity control across multiple silhouettes
- Demonstrates shrink control + measurement tolerance standards for retail performance
- Creates a repeatable model for seasonal refreshes and restocks
9. Related Linen Manufacturing Capabilities
- OEM Linen Capsule Collection Development
- Color Management (Lab Dips) & Shade Continuity Control
- Pattern Making, Sampling & EU Size Grading
-
Linen clothing OEM&ODM
10. Start Your OEM Linen Collection
If you’re a concept store or retailer planning an in-house linen capsule, Linenwind can support OEM development,
low-MOQ production, and consistent QC for boutique-ready launches and repeat restocks.