Melton
Colour & pattern selection
Keep colour preference separate from fabric specification.
A solid-looking direction, a visible check and a decorative texture can each create a different collection starting point. Choose the visual presence you want before discussing colour development.
Melton
Tweed
Fabric direction
Classic Check Tweed
A visible check and mixed colour texture for a patterned garment direction.
Tweed
Write a brief that keeps the decisions clear
Keep the surface
Identify the reference whose texture you want to explore. State whether you want a quieter or more visible effect.
Discuss the colour
Explain which colour family you need. The photograph is a screen reference, not an approved colour standard.
Check the pattern
Ask about repeat, scale, direction and garment matching. Request a larger cutting where a small swatch is insufficient.
A useful enquiry sentence
Please use the selected reference as a surface direction. We would like to discuss a different colour family, confirm the pattern scale and compare physical samples before approving the article.
Add your own target colours and garment purpose to the sample brief. Fred confirms what can be developed and how colour approval will work.
From direction to development
Take the next step with samples
A photograph starts the conversation. Physical samples help you make the decision.