The Production

Moodboard and Model Design

At Freeman, everything starts with the moodboard. This is a key step, as it will be our guiding principle throughout development. Our designers are inspired by current trends, but above all by what they see on the street and on their travels.

Then it's time to create the new models. The designers propose a multitude of sketches in line with the validated moodboards. This is where new cuts are born. Once the models have been selected, our "pattern maker" (a bit like our own architect) comes into play to create the patterns. She defines the initial measurements and technical specifications.

Finally, we visit our partner factories for material sourcing and style/quality meetings to fine-tune every detail.

Prototypes and Corrections

Back in our offices, we select the models to be launched, a real chess game where every decision counts. We then move on to launching the first prototypes, sending technical files to our suppliers to see if the cuts and patterns meet our expectations.

Once the first prototypes have been produced, we return to the factory for a phase of correction and improvement. Adjustments are made to both cuts and materials. Based on the information gathered, we launch the final prototype. If approved, production can begin.

Manufacturing and Assembly

The manufacturing phase begins with the sourcing of raw materials: denim, buttons, rivets, etc. Each supply undergoes rigorous quality control. Each supply undergoes rigorous quality control. Then it's time for pattern cutting, where the team adjusts patterns to limit material waste - a real game of Tetris. The pieces are then cut from the fabric, before being assembled in the garment workshop, where they take shape.

Then, depending on the desired look, the jeans may undergo dry processes to give them an aged effect, followed by washing or laser treatment. Finishes can include specific treatments: deliberate wear, embroidery, decorative details, etc.

Each step is followed by several quality checks to guarantee a perfect fit, before moving on to the final accessorizing (rivets, buttons, jacrons).

Transport and logistics

Once manufacturing is complete, our jeans are ready for transport. We favor low-CO2-emission means of transport: road, rail or sea, depending on the origin. Around 90% of our shipments are made in this way, with the remaining 10% sent by air or small truck.

On arrival at our warehouse in France, all our products are unpacked, inspected and stored in our own logistics center. This gives us total control over inventory management and shipping, guaranteeing responsiveness and quality for our customers.