Apparel Development for Your Brand
ODM Clothing Manufacturing for Casual Wear & Activewear
Explore a starting point for your next collection, then refine the fit, fabrics and details.
What Does Our ODM Apparel
Service Include?
| Stage | Development Support | Your Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| Product Brief | Clarify market, budget and product needs | Development requirements |
| Style Direction | Assess suitable styles and adaptations | Proposed direction |
| Materials & Details | Explore fabrics, trims and finishes | Product configuration |
| Fit & Sampling | Refine measurements and workmanship | Review sample |
| Brand Application | Labels, graphics and packaging | Branding approval |
| Production Preparation | Finalize specifications and checks | Manufacturing references |
Confirm available services and separately quoted work before development.
Choose Your Development Starting Point
Customize an Existing Style
- Your starting point
- Select a style from our available designs.
- Our support
- Adapt fabrics, fit, details and branding.
- Your next step
- Review options and request a sample.
Adapt a Style for Your Brand
- Your starting point
- Use a proven style as a base.
- Our support
- Adjust fit, fabrics, trims and graphics for your brand.
- Your next step
- Confirm development direction and sample.
Develop From a Product Brief
- Your starting point
- Share your ideas, references or market needs.
- Our support
- Develop suitable styles and specifications.
- Your next step
- Review proposed direction and sample.
ODM Services From Style Selection to Production
Collection Planning & Product Brief
Discuss market needs and product direction.
Deliverable Development plan.
Style Selection & Design Adaptation
Select and adapt suitable styles.
Deliverable Proposed direction.
Fabric & Trim Selection
Explore fabrics, trims and finishes.
Deliverable Material options.
Fit Development & Size Grading
Refine fit and grade across sizes.
Deliverable Fit sample and size set.
Colorways, Prints & Embroidery
Develop colorways and branding options.
Deliverable Artwork and samples.
Sampling & Product Refinement
Make and refine samples based on feedback.
Deliverable Approval sample.
Brand Labels & Packaging
Develop labels, hangtags and packaging.
Deliverable Branding samples.
Production Handover
Finalize specifications for production.
Deliverable Manufacturing package.
Casual Wear & Activewear for Men and Women
What Can You Customize?
| Customization | Options to Discuss | Potential Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Stock shades or custom colors | Minimums and approval process |
| Fabric | Composition, weight and hand feel | Cost, fit and availability |
| Fit & Size | Silhouette and size rules | Pattern and sample revisions |
| Construction | Neckline, pockets, waistband, etc. | Workmanship and material use |
| Print & Embroidery | Artwork, placement and technique | Testing and setup requirements |
| Labels & Packaging | Branding and packing format | Supplier minimums and timing |
Material or construction changes may require a new fit review.
Design Ownership, Exclusivity & Confidentiality
Shared or Exclusive Styles?
Some styles may be available to multiple customers unless otherwise agreed.
Who Owns Development Files?
Ownership of patterns, tech files and artwork must be agreed in writing.
Territory & Channel Terms
Any exclusivity territory or channel restrictions are subject to a separate agreement.
Protecting Customer Information
Agree how project information will be handled, including any confidentiality requirements.
Terms on exclusivity, ownership and confidentiality must be agreed before development.
Ask About Design TermsFrom Product Brief to Approved Production
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Brief
Share your market needs, ideas and requirements.
Client confirmation Project scope and direction.
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Style Proposal
Review suitable styles, versatile fits and colors.
Client confirmation Selected styles and options.
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Specifications
Finalize fabrics, measurements and construction details.
Client confirmation Technical specifications.
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Sample Review
Review samples and request any revisions.
Client confirmation Sample approval.
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Pre-Production Approval
Confirm final details for production.
Client confirmation Production-ready approval.
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Production & Inspection
Proceed to production and carry out quality checks.
Project confirmation Bulk production.
MOQ, Development Costs & Lead Times
| Item | What to Consider |
|---|---|
| MOQ | Varies by product, fabric and customization. Discuss your requirements with our team. |
| Development Fees | Assessed based on style complexity, materials and required development work. |
| Sampling & Revisions | Sample costs depend on style and materials. Additional revisions may incur extra costs. |
| Production Unit Cost | Based on materials, construction, order volume and details. |
| Lead Times | Depend on product complexity, material availability and current production plans. |
| Changes & Cancellations | Changes after sampling or production starts may incur additional costs. |
Development fees and production unit costs are assessed separately.
Request an ODM Project EstimateValidate the Product Before Bulk Production
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Fit & Measurement Review
Check fit, size grading and wear testing.
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Material & Performance Checks
Assess fabric quality, hand feel and performance.
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Construction & Workmanship
Review stitching, finishes and overall quality.
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Approved Sample & Specifications
Confirm the approved sample and technical documents for production.
Why Develop With Riven?
Clear Development Route
A structured process from brief to production.
Evidence to review Development plan and timeline.
Design-to-Production Coordination
Align design, sampling and manufacturing.
Evidence to review Revision notes and approvals.
Cost & Material Trade-Offs
Explore options to balance performance, quality and cost.
Evidence to review Material and cost comparison.
Traceable Approvals
Keep a clear record of key decisions and approvals.
Evidence to review Approval log and documentation.
Development Projects: From Brief to Sample
Illustrative Project
Adapting a Casualwear Capsule
- Brief
- Develop a coordinated casualwear capsule for a new range.
- Development
- Adapt existing styles, explore fabrics and create brand details.
- Approval
- Sample approved for production.
Illustrative Project
Refining a Training Set
- Brief
- Develop a training set with a focus on fit and performance.
- Development
- Test fabric options and refine fit details and construction.
- Approval
- Sample approved for production.
Replace with verified project records before launch.
The Team Behind Your Development
Our product development team works closely with design, pattern, materials and production to bring your ideas to life.
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Product Development
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Pattern & Fit
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Materials
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Sample & Quality
ODM Clothing Manufacturing FAQs
How does ODM differ from OEM?
ODM (Original Design Manufacturing) starts with supplier-developed styles that can be adapted to your brief. OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) typically follows your supplied designs and specifications.
Do I need a complete tech pack?
A complete tech pack is not always needed to start. Share your references, target market, product requirements and budget so we can discuss the development work required.
Can I customize existing styles?
Customization options may include fabrics, colors, fit, trims, graphics, labels and packaging. Feasibility, minimum quantities and costs depend on the selected style.
Can you develop a coordinated collection?
Share your collection concept, product categories and intended launch schedule. We can assess suitable styles, shared fabrics, colorways and branding details.
Are ODM styles exclusive?
Existing styles may be offered to multiple customers. Any exclusivity, including its duration, territory and sales channels, must be agreed in writing.
Who owns patterns and design files?
Ownership and usage rights for patterns, artwork and technical files depend on the development agreement. Confirm these terms before development begins.
What affects development costs and MOQ?
Key factors include style complexity, fabric availability, custom colors, trims, branding and sampling requirements. Development fees and production costs are assessed separately.
How are sample revisions handled?
Submit consolidated feedback on fit, measurements, materials and construction. Revision scope, timing and any additional charges should be confirmed before work proceeds.
Can you work toward a target cost?
Share your target unit cost and expected order quantity. We can assess fabric, construction and detail options, then discuss practical trade-offs.
How are repeat orders managed?
Repeat orders reference the approved sample and specifications. Material availability, minimum quantities, pricing and delivery schedules are reconfirmed for each order.
Start Your ODM Apparel Project
Share your direction so we can assess fit, development scope and next steps.
Explore Available Styles
Browse our current style options as a starting point.
Availability subject to confirmation.
Explore StylesDiscuss a Product Brief
Share your ideas and requirements for a tailored development proposal.
Discuss Your Brief