A practical starting point for your next collection.
Define the wearer and intended fit. A reference image communicates a direction, while measurement points and a size chart describe the intended result.
Group the details into one brief: reference, fabric, colour, trims, measurements and quantity assumptions. Mark anything still open for discussion.
Keep a versioned record of sample feedback. Photos and annotated measurements make changes easier to compare. Approve the final specification in writing.
COLLECTION / SOURCING NOTES
Organise the information into reference, specification and open questions.
Name the reference and state which parts matter: silhouette, length, surface, fit or a particular detail. Mark which elements are inspiration and which are required for the sample.
Include measurement points and the intended size chart. Identify the base sample size and explain the wearer profile so changes can be evaluated against the same starting point.
Keep each feedback round with the sample version and date. Consolidate material, measurements, trims and packing decisions before writing the approved specification.
Save a style, bring a reference, or start with your collection brief.
Discuss your collection