Chapter 7 Production Sample Process (Apparel) I. Fit Approval Process... 2 a. Requirements for A Fit Sample Submission... 2 b. Fit Sample Submission Timeline... 2 c. Fit Approval Process Categories and Base Size of Fit Sample... 2 d. Fit Sample Checklist Forms... 3 II. Pre-Production Sample Process... 5 a. Pre-requisites... 5 b. Requirements for Pre-Production Sample Submission... 5 III. Size Set Sample Process... 5 IV. TOP Sample... 5 V. Mannequin (Alvaform) Requirements... 7
I. Fit Approval Process The fit approval process is in place to confirm Design aesthetic, the fit intent, and the garment construction of the final product. Fit sample requests are initiated by an agent/vendor and a base size fit sample must be submitted to Talbots Technical Design Team for an evaluation. Agent/vendor will repeat the fit sample submission until the fit sample is approved by Talbots Technical Design Team. a. Requirements for A Fit Sample Submission Agent/vendor sample checklist Sample measurements specifications in sample evaluation worksheet A net paper pattern with proper information (0% shrinkage) All fit samples must be made in the lightest color on order when available If the fit sample is NOT approved, fit comments and recommendations for pattern adjustments must be sent to the Agency/Vendor for use in the submittal for the next fit sample. Talbots is not responsible for developing bulk patterns. b. Fit Sample Submission Timeline A fit sample should be submitted within 10 days of fit comments received. If a sample is internally rejected, the Agency/Vendor must notify Talbots Sourcing and Technical Design Team and must resubmit a sample within five (5) days. It is the responsibility of the Agency/Vendor to maintain the production schedule, allowing time for original number of fit rounds. c. Fit Approval Process Categories and Base Size of Fit Sample Fit Approval Process Categories Base Size Missy Petite Women s 8/Medium 8P/Medium 18W/2X 2
d. Fit Sample Checklist Forms SMPL INFO Talbots Vendor Sample Check List - Woven Sample Send Style No.: Agency Dept. Season: Factory Sample Size Paper Pattern Country of Origin LP/1ST 4TH 2ND 3RD PPS TOP TNY Tech Agent Merch Agent Tech Tech Sample Color FAD PPS FAD Cut date FABRIC Fabric Content: INFO Garment Finish / Wash: YES ( ) NO ( ) TRIM Bulk ( ) / Sample Yardage ( ) SPI: CPI: Item # Accessories: Avail Actual Item # Accessories: Avail Actual Label Lining Button Interlining Zipper Reinforcement Tape Drawstring Stay Tape Thread Sleeve Head Hook & Eye ****High Risk Callout****: Shoulder Pads RISK Fabric: Construction: Trim: Comments by Factory: Wash / Care: Pack/Shipping: Other: FTY Comments by Agency: AGENCY Sample Evaluated By: Additional Comments / Images 3
SMPL INFO Talbots Sample Send Style No.: Agency Dept. Season: Factory Sample Size Paper Pattern Country of Origin Sample Color FAD PPS FAD LP/1ST 4TH 2ND 3RD Vendor Sample Check List - KNIT / SWEATER PPS TOP TNY Tech Agent Merch Agent Tech Tech Cut date YARN/ Fabric / Yarn Content: FAB Fabric/Garment Wt: INFO Garment Finish / Wash: YES ( ) NO ( ) Guage: Bulk ( ) / Sample Yardage ( ) No of Ends: SPI: CPI: TRIM Accessories: Avail Actual Item # Accessories: Avail Actual Label Lining Button Interlining Zipper Mobilon Tape Drawstring Thread Other Other ****High Risk Callout****: Item # RISK Fabric / Yarn: Construction: Trim: Comments by Factory: Wash / Care: Pack/Shipping: Other: FTY Comments by Agency: AGENCY Sample Evaluated By: Additional Comments / Images 4
II. Pre-Production Sample Process The pre-production sample is a measure of the agreed standard of quality between Talbots and Agency/Vendor. Production should not commence without Talbots team s approval. Agency/Vendor must undergo risk analysis and review for bulk and inform Talbots of any potential issues in bulk execution, accompanied by a solution. It is Agency/Vendor s responsibility to maintain the production delivery by managing the timeline and execution for a PPS sample to Talbots. a. Pre-requisites BULK Fabric/Yarn and Trims Fit approval comments have been followed Correct fit approval pattern used Measurements meet specification Meets requested construction and Talbots quality standard Overall quality of workmanship meets Talbots standard Appearance on mannequin is satisfactory b. Requirements for Pre-Production Sample Submission One (1) pre-production sample of base size Agent/vendor sample checklist Sample measurements specifications in sample evaluation worksheet A paper pattern with proper information (Net Pattern 0% shrinkage) III. Size Set Sample Process Size set samples must be submitted for any styles that are requested by Talbots Technical Design Team along with Pre-Production Sample. Production should not commence without Talbots team s approval. IV. TOP Sample Agency/Vendor is required to pull the base size from the bulk production three (3) weeks prior to X-factory date unless specified. Bulk production cannot be shipped without Talbots team s approval. TOP samples are true bulk production goods that must be accurately labeled and sent to Talbots as the bulk production is packed and shipped. 5
PP Label Ref PPT - Tag can be ordered through local Nexgen office. (Please refer to Chapter 6 for Nexgen contact information). Tag Colors for Fit Process All Fit Samples White All PP Samples Green All TOP Samples Yellow All Remaining Samples (LP or Ref Samples, etc.) White TALBOTS PP SAMPLE Approval date: Style #: Season: Agent: Agents Office: Agent QA: Entity: Agent TD: Description: Factory: Size: C/O: Status APPROVED AS SAMPLE 5 inches log Status APPROVED WITH COMMENTS Signature Comments 3 ½ inches wide PP Approval Lock Tag Lock Tags can be ordered directly through the supplier: Headland International Limited headland@netvigator.com Tel: 2723 2083 Contact: Vienna Ku 3 inches long 7/8 inches wide 6
V. Mannequin (Alvaform) Requirements Talbots has partnered with Alvanon Inc. to develop custom fit mannequins for Missy, Petite, and Women s Talbots Missy 8 Talbots Petite 8 Talbots Women s 18W (TAS-WMS0008-0911) (TAS-WPT0008-0707) (TAS-WPL0018-0911) Presently, fit models for Missy Size 8/Medium are being revised. Please continue to use the current mannequins until all revisions have been finalized and released. Each authorized vendor is required to purchase each form for its sample room. All mannequins for Talbots use must be purchased through Alvanon; no other manufacturers are authorized to produce these forms. If specific factories producing Talbots product are not in close proximity to the sample room, you will be required to purchase an additional Missy fit form for those factories. Alvanon can reproduce fit mannequins with the exact measurements and shape of our specifications so every supplier will be working with the identical form, thus ensuring standardized fit across our supply chain and within our brand. To order, log onto the online web store, using the specified Talbots Vendor ID and Password. Web store: http://www.alvaforms.com/catalog/gateway_direct2.php# ID: Password: TASV tsst7651 If you have any questions about ordering, please contact: Jason Cheung Sales Director, Asia Alvanon The Global Size and Fit Expert Direct line: 852.2426.0907 jason.cheung@alvanon.com We encourage you to learn more about Alvaform and the customization process from their website, http://www.alvanon.com. You can also log onto the website to view form images, features, and additional accessories. 7