Version A: the first draft
Just a few days ago, I posted ideas for my patchwork tank tops and mentioned how I was already in the process of getting samples done. Yesterday, I received the first version of my yellow tube and white tank top. To say the least, I am very pleased.
The yellow tube top which had strips of vertical fabrics sown on, turned out better than I had expected. Considering how little effort I put into cutting the strips, the design was sewn cleanly onto the fabric, with seams around the edges. Trying it on, I was impressed by how similar it looked to the viral Victoria Secret top, but in my favorite colors.
On the other had, the eight ball tank top met my expectations without shock, considering its simplicity. Aside from a bit of fraying around the edges, I am quite satisfied by how the design looks like sewn onto the tank top.
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Yellow Tube:
White tank:
Points to consider:
- Yellow tube: Although I love how this top turned out, it was more complicated to make with the amount of fabric that had to be sewn on. With my initial cost restraints, I have decided to focus on designs similar to the 8 ball, which are simpler.
- Tank top straps: Since these tops are pre-bought online from a larger manufacturer, I have no control over the size of the straps. I am 5'2 in height and the top fits too low on my chest. To solve this, I have two options. Buy the adjustable metal rings, and get them sewn onto the straps, or simply alter the strap’s length to a more universal size for women.
- Finding a market: I plan to start asking my friends and classmates whether they would buy the tank tops I am designing and gaining insight from people. From here I can decide my next steps of creating a brand name and instagram pages to gain more attraction online.
And thats it for today! In the next blog (coming soon!) I will document my new designs that I want to start selling.
