Supplier Curation – LAB55
Creating a fashion brand is more than just inspiration.
It requires strategic execution, consistency, and quality.
The biggest challenge for those starting out is knowing the first step, who to contact, and whom to trust.
Having access to a curated selection of tested suppliers helps brands turn ideas into cohesive collections.
Each supplier in this curation was chosen based on practical experience and direct contact with factories, ateliers, embroiderers, print studios, and other professionals in the textile chain.
Why should you trust this supplier curation?
LAB55’s curation brings together tested suppliers in the European Union, especially from Portugal, recognized as one of Europe’s leading textile hubs.
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Many of these suppliers already produce for major international brands such as Group Inditex (Zara), Supreme, Palm Angels, Off-White, Givenchy, Represent, Sal e Pimenta, Cantê, and others.
This ensures access to partners who work with high-profile names and can handle various volumes, materials, and styles, with proven market-quality standards.
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While many entrepreneurs spend months testing unreliable suppliers, you start directly with validated and recognized partners.
With this list, you’ll no longer need to:
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Search for reliable suppliers on your own;
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Test materials or factories without quality assurance;
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Waste months dealing with production delays or errors;
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Spend energy on frustrating trial-and-error processes.
Instead, you’ll have:
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Access to over 120 tested suppliers in Europe;
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Secure production of your collection with validated partners;
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Save time, energy, and money by avoiding frustrating trial-and-error;
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Suppliers for fabrics, embroidery, prints, accessories, and more;
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Factories producing for globally recognized brands;
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Peace of mind and full focus on creating your brand, without headaches.
What will you find in this supplier curation?
Fabrics and Knits
Cotton, linen, viscose, knit, silk, organic fabrics, synthetics, technical, and sustainable materials.
All suppliers have been carefully evaluated for quality, consistency, and innovation.
This means you can build your collection with materials that elevate your brand’s standard and reinforce its identity from the very first piece.
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Production
The curation includes factories and ateliers ready to turn your ideas into reality.
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Factories: produce from 100 pieces per style, ideal for scale and consistency.
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Ateliers: produce from 10 pieces, ideal for flexibility and attention to detail.
Regardless of your brand’s size, you’ll have partners ready to support your growth.
Embroidery and Prints
Suppliers specialized in embroidery and DTG (Direct to Garment) and DTF (Direct to Film) printing, suitable for sweatshirts, t-shirts, caps, and other items.
They ensure professional finishing, durability, and precision, allowing each piece to have personality and a unique touch without compromising quality.
Accessories
Here you’ll find partners for labels, trims, zippers, buttons, transfers, and various components.
All have been evaluated for reliability, quality, and consistency in deliveries.
This ensures the final finishing of your pieces maintains the same level of excellence as the rest of the production.
What clients say about working with this curation
Martina G. - Barcelona
“LAB55’s curation made my creative process much easier. I already had suppliers, but this selection introduced me to new options that truly elevated the quality of my collection.”
Giulliana P. - Verona
The curation is amazing; it was the most practical and secure solution to start production for my swimwear brand.
All contacts are direct, saving me time and preventing many mistakes.
Sofia R. - Aveiro
“It’s a truly useful resource for anyone starting out or looking to improve the quality of their productions. I recommend it without hesitation.”
More than just a list, it’s a strategic asset
Accessing these suppliers means staying ahead of most brands, with validated partners who already produce for major international names. This exclusivity turns your curation into a real competitive advantage, combining time, security, and quality in one place.
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Important Information
• 100% digital, individual, and exclusive access: only you will have these validated contacts.
• Non-refundable: the material is strategic and confidential; investing in it is investing in your brand’s growth.
• Monthly updates for 6 months: always the most current version, no need to search for suppliers on your own.
• Sharing prohibited: access is restricted to ensure you work with suppliers without unnecessary competition.
Get to know LAB55 and the author.
I’m Danielle Leme, a designer with over ten years of experience and founder of LAB55 – Design & Manufactory, in Lisbon.
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LAB55 is a studio specializing in consultancy and development for fashion brands. We work from collection creation to final production, offering full support to entrepreneurs and designers who want to turn their ideas into real products.
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We collaborate with trusted professionals and a network of validated suppliers, ensuring each collection is creative, strategic, and sustainable.
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What we do at LAB55:
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Create collections with 2D designs and artistic concepts; -
Conduct trend research, color palettes, and strategic fashion consultancy;
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Source validated suppliers;
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Develop technical sheets (tech packs), prototypes, and fittings;
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Provide full production oversight, ensuring quality, timelines, and consistency.
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I created this supplier curation because I know firsthand the challenges brands and designers face: finding reliable partners, validating materials, overseeing production, and avoiding delays or quality issues.
This curation is a direct result of my practical experience.
LAUNCH COMBOS
STRATEGIC COMBO
LAB55 CURATORSHIP + Collection Creation Guide from Scratch
LAB55's curated selection brings together over 120 proven suppliers of fabrics, knits, factories, ateliers, embroidery, prints, and accessories. This helps you avoid random choices and gain clarity in developing products with professional standards.
The Guide to Creating a Collection from Scratch shows you how to use this curation strategically. Research, concept, product mix, and technical organization are all part of transforming ideas into a coherent collection ready for production.
Recommended for those who want to structure their collection methodically, reduce errors, and professionalize the creative process.
LAUNCH COMBO
Curated by LAB55 + Guide to Creating a Fashion Brand from Scratch in the EU
LAB55's curation provides access to a real database of validated suppliers, aligned with the demands of the European market. Less risk. More security in operational decisions.
The Guide to Creating a Fashion Brand from Scratch in the EU shows you how to structure your brand as a business. It covers positioning, registration, pricing, finances, sales channels, and launching in the European Union.
Ideal for those who want to launch or professionalize their brand in Europe with structure and a strategic vision.
PREMIUM COMBO
Curated by LAB55 + Guide to Creating a Collection from Scratch + Guide to Creating a Fashion Brand from Scratch in the EU
LAB55 Curatorship is the foundation. Over 120 suppliers have already been tested to ensure sound decisions from the very first step.
With both guides, you can organize the development of the collection and the brand structure in an integrated way. Product, business, and execution aligned.
Recommended for those who want to create the right collection, structure the brand correctly, and accelerate the process with discernment and a long-term vision.