Elastic Thread with Gunmetal Finish for Bridal Gowns
This elastic thread is supplied to a written specification so that reorders match the approved sample. The product spec is fixed at quotation stage — base material, the gunmetal finish surface, the 38 mm Width and the packing — and held on file, which is what keeps bridal gowns consistent across seasons instead of drifting with whatever the mill happens to have in stock.
The usual reason buyers come to us is not price. It is an interlining that bubbled after the first press, or a trim that passed sampling but failed in-line because it was never cycle tested. Both are preventable once the specification is written down before bulk starts.
Specification
| Product | Elastic Thread |
|---|---|
| Finish / process | Gunmetal Finish |
| Typical application | Bridal Gowns |
| Base material | Iron |
| Standard size | 38 mm Width |
| Colour matching | 12 Pantone or lab-dip matched shades |
| MOQ | 5,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 5 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 20-55 days after approval |
| Compliance | GRS |
Material and finish options
- POM Plastic — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Stainless Steel — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Copper — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Nickel Silver — used when the finish has to hold a plating or coating
- Neoprene — selected when the item is in skin contact and needs to test clean
Processes available on this item
- Weft Knitting
- Die Casting
- Water Repellent Finishing
- Metal Stamping
- Anti-Pilling Finish
- Mercerising
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for Bridal Gowns. Related applications on the same base include swimwear, scarves, bridal gowns, lingerie, shirts.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 sampling on every lot.
- Photo report shared before the balance payment is due.
- Packed to your own carton ratio and barcode specification.
- Test reports issued against GRS with the shipment.
- Golden sample retained at the factory, second one held by the buyer.
FAQ
What are the payment and delivery terms?
Standard terms are a deposit with the order and the balance before shipment, under EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP as agreed.
Can you match a physical sample?
Yes. Send the reference and we reverse engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk commitment.
Can you handle our own artwork or tooling?
Yes. Artwork files or existing tooling can be used; we confirm tolerances in writing before the first production run.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard MOQ is 5000 per style per colour. Mixed colourways can be combined on the same spec if the base material is identical.
If you are comparing suppliers, send us the spec they quoted against. We will quote the same spec and show you where the difference sits.
