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Custom apparel development

Custom Development: What to Include in Your Brief

JN Sports produces garments to order and does not sell ready stock. Send your product reference, quantity per style and color, size range, fabric requirements, artwork and target date. Custom materials and construction must be reviewed before the project schedule is confirmed.

The linked case is a 100-piece yoga apparel project with a custom fabric pattern: 15 working days for sampling and 20 days for bulk production. Those project-specific figures are not standard lead times for other orders.

Anonymous yoga apparel development case

OEM/ODM development for custom running apparel

Develop running apparel for your brand, running club or race event with JN Sports. Start with a tech pack, reference sample or design idea. We help define the fabrics, fit, construction and branding details before moving from sampling to bulk production.

1. Project brief & requirements

Tell us your product type, intended use, target quantity and delivery date. Share a tech pack, reference sample or images so we can review the development requirements.

2. Fabric & trim selection

Review fabrics for breathability, drying performance, stretch and garment weight. Match trims, labels and reflective details to the running style and your budget.

3. Pattern making & sampling

Develop the pattern and first sample around your size specifications. Check the garment’s shape, movement allowance, seam placement and branding before approval.

4. Sample review & approval

Review fit, fabric feel, measurements and artwork placement. Confirm any revisions and approve the final sample and specifications before bulk production.

5. Bulk production

Production follows the approved sample and order specifications. In-process checks cover measurements, stitching, decoration and consistency across the order.

6. Final inspection & packing

Check finished garments against the agreed requirements, including sizing, workmanship, labels and quantities. Pack the order according to your confirmed instructions.

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Design & sampling for running apparel

A running garment needs more than the right appearance. Fabric weight, fit and construction all affect how it feels in motion. Our development support helps you review these details before committing to a bulk order.

1. Technical design support

Define the measurements, panel layout, seam construction and functional details for your running style. We review your brief and identify points that need clarification before sampling.

2. Artwork & color planning

Review color combinations, print layouts and logo positions before making the sample. Check artwork dimensions and placement against the garment’s panels and size range.

3. Prototype & fit samples

Use a physical sample to assess fabric feel, fit and freedom of movement. Review details such as armholes, waistbands, hems and pocket placement for the intended running use.

4. Revisions & production specifications

Record the agreed changes to fit, materials, artwork and trims. Confirm the approved sample and updated specifications as the reference for bulk production.

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Running apparel sampling & production timeline

Plan your order around sample approval and production readiness. The estimates below apply after the required project details are confirmed. Allow additional time for sample delivery, revisions, approvals and shipping.

About 7 working days Sample development

After design details and materials are confirmed.

25–35 working days Bulk production

After sample approval, and after the order, materials and agreed payment are confirmed.

01

Project review & development plan
Timing depends on brief completeness

Share your product requirements, quantity, artwork and target delivery date. We review the details and confirm what is needed for sampling.
02

Sample development
About 7 working days after confirmation

Sampling begins after the design details and materials are confirmed. The sample is made for your review of fit, construction and branding.
03

Sample delivery & review
Shipping and review time vary

Review the physical sample and send consolidated feedback. Any required revisions and additional samples are scheduled separately.
04

Order confirmation & deposit
Before bulk scheduling

Confirm the approved sample, size breakdown, colors, quantities and packaging. Complete the agreed deposit requirements to proceed with production planning.
05

Bulk production
Usually 25–35 working days after sample approval

Production begins once the final sample, order details, materials and agreed payment requirements are confirmed. Timing depends on order volume, construction and the production schedule.
06

Final inspection & packaging
Confirmed in the order schedule

Finished garments are checked and packed according to the agreed specifications. Allow time for any corrections identified during inspection.
07

Balance payment & shipment
Depends on payment and shipping method

Complete the agreed balance payment and confirm shipping arrangements. Transit time is separate from the production lead time.

Please plan ahead: Lead times are estimates, not guaranteed delivery dates. Confirm the full schedule before placing an order, especially for race events or fixed launch dates.

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Start your custom running apparel project

Planning a running collection, club kit or race order? Share your tech pack, sketch or reference images, along with the product type, estimated quantity and target delivery date. We will review the requirements and advise on suitable materials, sampling and the next steps toward a quotation.

Project references: Tech packs, sketches, sample photos and artwork in AI, PDF, JPG or PNG format.
Development support: Fabric selection, size specifications, construction details and logo placement.
Next step: A project review to clarify your requirements and confirm the quotation and sampling plan.

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Custom running apparel development FAQs

FAQs

What types of running apparel can I customize?

We develop custom running T-shirts, singlets, shorts, leggings, hoodies, pants and jackets for brands, running clubs and events. Depending on the style, customization can include fabrics, fit, colors, prints, logos, labels and packaging. Share your product brief so we can confirm suitable options.

What is the MOQ for custom running apparel?

A regular order starts at 50 pieces per style, per color, and sizes in that color can be mixed. A new pattern, a special fabric, or a complex process is confirmed in the quote. These are made-to-order options, rather than ready-stock products. Size and color combinations, along with any material minimums, are confirmed during quotation.

Can I supply my own fabric or trims?

You can propose your own fabrics and trims for review. Before sampling, we need to confirm their suitability for the garment, compatibility with the planned printing and sewing methods, and availability for bulk production. We can also help source materials based on your requirements.

Discuss your running project

Tell us the product type, the quantity per style, a reference design, and the date you need the goods. We will review the development and talk through a custom plan, a sampling plan, and a production plan.

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