Sampling Explained
SAMPLING TIMELINE
CREATING SAMPLES
Getting your samples right is the foundation of your collection and something worth taking time on. When we develop collections ourselves, we often print out all the styles, review them over several days, remove those that don’t feel strong, and add others that stand out. The result is a range we know is both on-trend and cohesive, flowing seamlessly from style to style in the colours we’ve selected.
A well-curated collection that combines trending colours and prints — with pieces designed to mix and match across styles — will always sell harder and faster than those that don’t. Some of the best collections we see come entirely from custom creations, others from our ready-to-order designs, and many from a thoughtful mix of both.
Step 1
Selecting Colours and Fabrics
We hold Bali’s largest stock of imported sustainable swimwear and activewear fabrics in plain colours. Choosing from these stocks keeps sampling fast and cost-efficient.
When planning your palette, think about how your colours sit together across your full range. A cohesive collection balances tones across tops, bottoms, one-pieces, leggings, and sports bras so that customers can easily mix and match.
Prints also play a key role. Collections where prints complement plains look more polished and flow better both in-store and online. A thoughtful mix of plains and prints helps your range feel like one complete story.
Tip: Explore global colour forecasts for 2026 to guide your palette and stay ahead of seasonal trends.
Step 2.A
Selecting Ready-to-Order Designs
Our ready-to-order (RTO) designs are drawn from proven bestsellers and global market trends. They are a fast way to build a strong collection with minimal risk.
Each RTO design has a code in our catalogue. To sample one:
- Select the code.
- Tell us which fabric you’d like.
- Choose your colours.
You can order these designs exactly as they are or make small adjustments during sampling — such as changing coverage, strap widths, or trims. This lets you move quickly while adding your own touch.
Step 2.B
Adding Custom Designs
If you want a fully unique collection, you can submit your own designs. Our sample studio creates over 30 custom styles daily, supported by AutoCAD digital pattern-making software for mm-perfect precision.
To request a custom sample, send us one of the following:
- A front and back screenshot
- A spec sheet with detailed measurements and notes
- A clear line drawing (digital or hand-drawn)
Indicate the fabric and colours you’d like each design produced in, and our sampling team will make them to your specifications.
Step 3
Reviewing Your Samples
Once samples are produced, it’s important to take time reviewing them as a full collection. Look at how colours, plains, and prints balance together and how styles mix across the range.
Brands that stay closer to mainstream colour and style choices at first tend to move into production more smoothly and build stronger foundations. Once established, you can expand into bolder or more experimental designs with confidence.
CREATING SAMPLES
Our prices are for a fully fledged article, no extra charges will be added.
Custom Designs:
2 × wholesale price + $30 development fee
Example: Bikini at $12 wholesale → $24 + $30 = $54
Ready Designs:
2 × wholesale price, no additional fees
Example: Bikini at $12 wholesale → $24
NOTE: The $30 development fee is refunded for every custom design you confirm in bulk.
Example: If you sample 12 styles and bulk 10, you’ll receive a $300 credit against your deposit invoice.
READY TO START SAMPLING?
If you’re ready to begin, our team is here to guide you through every step. Whether you’re choosing from our ready-to-order collections, adding your own custom creations, or working with a mix of both, we’ll ensure your samples are produced quickly and accurately.