Challenge
Control noise and recovery in a mid-weight knit while protecting print adhesion through wash.
Case study
EU Golf Apparel Softshell Programme
EU Golf Apparel Startup
Anonymous programme note — brand name and logo withheld.
MarketEU Golf Apparel Startup
CategoryGolf / soft training layers
BriefQuiet stretch layer for on-course movement with clean collar presentation and logo durability.
MOQ150 pcs per style/color
DeliveryFOB Guangzhou; DDP EU options.
Fabric selection
FormKnit-adjacent performance knit shortlist; finish selected for logo adhesion and shade depth.
Pattern development
Relaxed athletic block with collar stand refined for layered wear under a shell.
Testing
Print/transfer adhesion, colourfastness, pilling appearance and seam strength on logo zones.
Revision
One revision cycle on collar height and heat-press dwell after lab adhesion borderline result.
Production outcome
Approved construction opened for multi-colour private label; AQL-style final before EU DDP path.