Focus on Bespoke Clothing PENCARRIE If it can be achieved, it will


LIVINGSTONE INTERNATIONAL Opening the world of sourcing


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International is a global sourcing


organisation specialising in the procurement of value-added apparel for clients based in the UK, Europe and North America.


Established in 2001, its international network encompasses offices and affiliates in China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Pakistan, UAE, Turkey and the USA along with the UK head office. Through Livingstoneʼs international network, the company has


Bespokebury by Henbury H


enbury is adamant that fit for purpose doesnʼt need to be dull. This is reflected in the brandʼs co-ordinated range carefully constructed, hardwearing and fashionably smart clothing.


Providing innovative design and fabric development, Henbury offers something for the corporate, promotional and workwear markets. In addition, Henbury has a special Bespokebury service allowing customers to order Henbury styles their way. Customers can request styles that arenʼt currently in the main range including special sizes, unique colourways, longer/ shorter lengths and bespoke styling. If it can be achieved, it will.


www.pencarrie.com BALMORAL KNITWEAR Very much a bespoke manufacturer B


almoral Knitwear is very much a bespoke manufacturer, with a very large part of production being devoted to bespoke styles for schoolwear, corporatewear, promotions, cricket and retail brands. “We have UK production and we also have off-shore partners for bulk deliveries,” says Mike Carden, from Balmoralʼs sales and marketing office in Cumbria. Recent bespoke styles


organised by Mike and colleague


● Bulk delivery of lightweight cardigans in a special shade for a high street retailer as corporatewear.


● Bulk delivery of transport company sweaters for corporatewear companies.


Quarter-zip sweater with stripes in sleeves


Ian Pollard have included: ● Zip-neck sweaters in club colours. ● Scarves, beanies and bobble hats in bespoke designs and shades for school uniform suppliers.


● Bus company pullovers with striped trim in the corporate colourway.


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● Heavyweight cable sweaters for a trendy brand.


In addition, Mike and Ian are preparing for the new school year and the great array of bespoke styles for back-to-school 2018.


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● Cricket sweaters with a private schoolʼs colours in the trim.


● Corporate Christmas sweaters with the design knitted into the front.


● Fairisle sweaters for a retail brand.


Quarter-zip sweater with stripes in sleeves


developed best-fit solutions for its clients ensuring that products are delivered on time and to the quality standards expected in their design briefs. Livingstone International works with clients with a range of experience in sourcing. Regardless of whether you are brand new to overseas sourcing or highly experienced the team is able to create a tailor-made solution to meet


your requirements. ● Enquiries can be handled from all stages of development. ● The team can work from original garments or technical drawings to help you create your final product design.


● The team helps to identify the best manufacturing source for your requirements based upon quantity, lead-time, product specifics and price points.


● Quality control and the monitoring of your program are integral to Livingstone Internationalʼs service. All production is inspected by the team before the goods leave the factory.


Use Livingstone International as an extension of your own purchasing department and let the team open the world of sourcing to you.


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● The team handles all aspects of transport and logistics to ensure you have a seamless service from order to final delivery.


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