The Sealing Procedure

Pre Production Sealing

Sealing is, as the name suggests, a stamp of approval. Every retail organisation I have worked for; Littlewoods, Marks and Spenser and the Arcadia Groups undertakes a similar sealing procedure to ensure that there is a standardisation of product and everyone understands the quality levels expected. There are two seals:

1) Before production commences – sometimes called a green seal.

This green seal approves the fit and quality standard for manufacturing before the order is made. It is the green light for production.

The “bought” item or first fit sample is “fitted” on a live model or mannequin and then the buyer and seller (designer or supplier) attends the fitting and they both agree the standards for manufacturing such as; are hems to be double turned, pin hemmed or just overlocked? Are there shoulder pads in the item? if yes, are they mesh lined or self fabric covered.

The fit is discussed. Is the bust correct? Does the CBL (Centre Back Length) need to be increased? Once the fit has taken place then the sample is sealed and ready for production.

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