How We Work at Topology

How We Work at Topology

At Topology, we believe good products don’t come from rushed factories or anonymous supply chains — they come from clarity, trust, and small-scale precision. Here’s how we make that happen in Vancouver.

1. 🧠 Clarity Comes First

Before we produce anything, we help you understand what you're making — and why.

We start every project with a conversation:

  • What’s your ideal customer like?
  • What’s the garment’s use case — daily wear, capsule collection, merch?
  • What’s your price point and timeline?

Our team then helps you define the right fabric, silhouette, and spec using our in-house research tools and experience in independent brand building.

2. 📐 Prototyping, Not Guessing

We prototype every new design with precision and honesty. In our Vancouver studio, we:

  • Create digital or paper patterns
  • Cut and sew your first sample
  • Adjust for fit, balance, and comfort — especially for basics like T-shirts

You’ll get full visibility through every revision, with detailed cost breakdowns and suggestions based on MOQ and scaling potential.

3. 🧵 Sourcing That Makes Sense

We work directly with local and international suppliers we’ve built relationships with — not random brokers. That means:

  • Small-batch-friendly fabric orders
  • Transparency on lead times and alternatives
  • Optional stockholding or swatch shipping from our Vancouver hub

We also recommend fabrics based on actual test results — not just what’s popular or available. (Yes, we really stretch and wash them ourselves.)

4. 🏗️ Production With Flexibility

Once we finalize your product, we offer two production paths:

Local Production (Vancouver):

  • Small batch (30–300 pcs)
  • Ideal for pilot runs or made-in-Canada labels
  • Short lead time (2–4 weeks)

Partnered Overseas Production:

  • For scaled orders with competitive pricing
  • Trusted ethical partners in Asia
  • Full quality control managed by our team

You choose what works for your brand, and we handle the rest.

5. 📦 Packaging, Labeling & Shipping

We also support:

  • Custom woven labels and neck tags
  • Sustainable packaging options
  • Direct-to-warehouse or dropship-ready packing

Whether you’re stocking a boutique or launching a crowdfunding campaign, we’ll help you look professional and aligned with your values.

🚀 Ready to build?

We’re not here to sell you a product — we’re here to help you build your system.

Click below to schedule a call, or explore our tools to get started:

👉 Start with our Fabric Calculator →

👉 Book a consultation →

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