Before committing to a bulk hoodie order, you can assess the puff effect and artwork position by approving a pre-production sample. DOLUXE lists sample approval as the first step in its quality process, followed by an in-production inspection and a final AQL 2.5 inspection under ISO 2859-1. No numeric tolerance for puff height or print placement is provided, so agree on the criteria for your order when reviewing the sample.
Inspect the sample made for your chosen hoodie style and artwork. Check the puff print’s visible height and the position of the design, then confirm that this approved sample will serve as the reference for the bulk run. While DOLUXE confirms a pre-production sample approval step, its product information does not define specific puff-print measurements, measurement locations, or permitted variation.
The listed garment is a 600gsm Heavyweight Solid Hoodie. Sample development is stated as 3–15 days, and bulk production as 20–35 days. DOLUXE also describes in-house puff-print capability and Tech Pack reproduction, which can help communicate design requirements. Confirm the specifications and schedule for your individual order.
The stated quality-control process includes approval of a pre-production sample, a mid-production inspection, and a final AQL 2.5 inspection based on ISO 2859-1. The company also lists support for inspections by a client-appointed third party. These checkpoints are part of the process, but the supplied information does not say that puff height or print placement is checked against a standard numeric tolerance.
| Checkpoint | Information provided | Confirm for your puff print |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-production sample | Sample approval is included in the quality process. | Agree on the puff appearance and artwork position shown on the sample. |
| Mid-production inspection | A mid-production inspection is listed. | Clarify how the approved sample will be used as the production reference. |
| Final inspection | Final AQL 2.5 inspection under ISO 2859-1 is listed. | Agree on any order-specific checks for print height and placement. |
A DOLUXE cooperation case describes a UK online retailer and direct-to-consumer brand using private-label production for recurring releases and reorders. It illustrates an ongoing production relationship, but does not provide details about hoodie puff-print approvals or inspection outcomes.
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