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IN/TLTECH PACK · v0.1
Generated 2026-06-04 · Spec Synthesis #3 · Concept #2
IN/TL/2 — Tapered French Terry Sweatpant, Washed Black
400gsm GOTS organic cotton French terry sweatpant, tapered straight, mid-rise — the slowest-made bottom in your rotation.
Categorysweatpants
Target retail$145
Fabric weight400 gsm
Estimated landed cost$42
Estimated margin71%
Confidence79%
Material & construction
| Fabric | GOTS-certified organic cotton French terry, 400gsm, pre-shrunk (2x industrial wash before sew), natural loop-back interior, not brushed — raw terry hand preserved |
|---|---|
| Silhouette | Tapered straight leg, mid-rise (9.5" front rise at size M), 12" leg opening, elastic waistband with internal drawcord, side seam pockets, no back pockets, ankle hem with single-needle topstitch |
| Construction | 5-panel construction (front, back, two side panels, gusset), flatlock inseam, single-needle outseam, elastic waistband 1.5" covered in self-fabric, internal 0.25" drawcord (no external drawcord tip — clean exit), side seam pockets 8" depth |
| Trims | Same transparency label system as IN/TL/1 — woven neck-equivalent waistband label with factory, mill, worker wage index, GSM; no external branding on pant body; small woven flag at left side seam |
| Finishing | Pre-shrunk 2x industrial wash before cut-and-sew, garment-dyed option on Washed Black colorway only, air-dried, quality check on waistband elasticity post-wash |
Colorway
Washed Black (#2A2A2A)Bone (#E8E0D0)
Points of measure (size M)
Specs as recommended. Grade S/L/XL using standard rules (2" chest/hem jumps for tee, 1.5" waist/hip for sweatpant). Tolerance ±¼" on critical dimensions.
| Point | Size M |
|---|---|
| inseam | 29" |
| back rise | 13.5" |
| front rise | 9.5" |
| knee width | 9.5" |
| leg opening | 7.5" |
| thigh 1 below crotch | 12.5" |
Recommended factory profile
| Region | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Required certifications | GOTS, OEKO-TEX 100 |
| Rationale | Portuguese factories producing 400gsm French terry at GOTS standard exist in the Braga and Porto corridors; same factory relationship as tee reduces logistics complexity for Drop #1; pre-shrink 2x wash capability standard in region; MOQ 100–200 per colorway achievable |
Demand evidence
- competitorTentree recorded 113 sweatpant sellouts in 30 days — single highest sellout count of any competitor-category pair in the entire dataset; sweatpants heat score 100
- competitorCole Buxton tested sweatpants at $195 premium tier this week — signal that luxury-basics buyers exist at the top of the market; IN/TL's $145 sits 26% below Cole Buxton's ceiling with Portugal-provenance to justify premium over Tentree
- market_dataMarket average sweatpant price $120.80 with zero price drift — IN/TL at $145 is 20% above average but anchored by 400gsm weight, GOTS certification, and published cost breakdown
- socialEverlane replacement thread (1,247 upvotes) shows consumers seeking basics with durability and ethical sourcing — sweatpants are a repeat-purchase category where trust converts to loyalty
- brand_fitSweatpants are IN/TL's stated primary category; 400gsm French terry and tapered straight silhouette match brand spec exactly; 281 minimalist sweatpant new drops in 30 days confirms aesthetic fit with market direction
Risk flags
Tentree's 113 sweatpant sellouts likely driven by lower price point ($60–$90 range) and broad distribution — IN/TL at $145 is targeting a different buyer; sellout data validates category, not price tier
400gsm French terry is harder to source at GOTS certification in Portugal vs. standard fleece — confirm mill capability before finalizing; Turkey is backup if Portuguese 400gsm GOTS-certified terry is unavailable at MOQ
Two-color launch (Washed Black + Bone) at 100–200 units each pushes capital constraint ceiling (~$8,400–$16,800 landed) — may require single colorway at launch if capital is closer to $5K floor
Sweatpants require more precise fit grading than tees; incorrect rise or thigh width will generate returns; invest in physical sample review before bulk
Why this for IN/TL
113 Tentree sellouts in 30 days is the single strongest category signal in the dataset. Sweatpants are IN/TL's co-primary category by brand spec. At $145 with 400gsm GOTS French terry and a published wage ledger, this bottom pairs directly with IN/TL/1 to make a coherent two-piece Drop #1 story — not just a product, a set.
Acceptance criteria (sample review)
- Hand-feel matches reference garment within ±10% weight tolerance.
- Color matches Pantone TCX / lab dip approved before bulk.
- All points of measure within ±¼" on size M; grade rules pass for S, L, XL.
- GOTS + OEKO-TEX certificates received and verified before bulk PO.
- Sample washed 5x at home temperature — no shrinkage beyond 3%, no pilling.
- Stitch density ≥ 10 SPI on critical seams; coverstitch on hem.