Clothing Tech Pack Checklist for Streetwear Brands

A tech pack is a shared decision document. It gives the pattern maker, sample room, print team and production team the same reference. It does not need to be visually complicated, but it should make the intended result clear.

Product overview

• Style name and internal number
• Front, back and detail sketches
• Intended fit and reference images
• Target quantity, colors and size range

Measurements

Include a labelled point-of-measure diagram and a table for each size. State whether measurements are garment measurements and whether they are taken before or after wash. Identify the base sample size and grading rules.

Materials and trims

Specify fabric composition, weight, knit or weave, color and finishing. List rib, lining, thread, zipper, buttons, drawcords, labels, hangtags and packaging. If an exact material is not known, describe the intended hand feel and performance.

Construction

Show seam types, stitch details, pocket construction, reinforcements, panel joins and any internal finishing that is not visible in the main sketch.

Artwork and decoration

Provide vector or high-resolution files, dimensions, placement measurements and color references. Identify the intended technique, such as screen print, puff, embroidery, appliqué or transfer.

Packaging and delivery

Confirm folding, polybags, stickers, carton marks, destination and target date. Packaging decisions can affect both quotation and production timing.

Revision control

Give every sample and revision a clear version name. Combine feedback from your team into one dated list instead of sending separate messages. Mark each point as approved, revise or pending, and attach annotated photos for visual details. If a measurement changes, update the measurement table rather than relying only on an arrow in a photo.

The final approved pack should match the physical sample. Remove abandoned options and highlight anything that changed during sampling. This prevents an old artwork file, measurement table or trim reference from reaching bulk production.

Pre-production sign-off

Before confirming bulk, check:

• Style number, colorways and final size breakdown
• Approved pattern and graded measurement table
• Finished fabric, color and wash standard
• Construction, stitch and reinforcement details
• Artwork file, colors, dimensions and placement
• Main label, care label, size label and hangtag
• Folding, polybag, sticker and carton requirements
• MOQ of 100 pieces per style and confirmed commercial terms
• Sampling record and 15–30 day bulk production plan after approval

A concise tech pack that is current and internally consistent is more useful than a long document containing conflicting versions.

If your tech pack is incomplete, send clear references and mark the decisions you need help with. Metro can structure missing material, construction and measurement information before sampling.