COLOUR & ARTWORK / BUYING ANSWER

Reviewing a proposed colour sample.

How should I record feedback on a fabric colour submission?

Bring the right
details to the table.

Read the answer.
Review the requirements.
Discuss your project.

THE BUYING ANSWER

Start with a clear definition.

Identify the submitted sample, target reference and specific observed difference. Compare candidates under consistent conditions and record the selected version. Comments such as more premium do not explain whether the concern is hue, lightness or another visible quality.

The decision behind the detail.

Several revisions can be confused if they carry only the same colour name. Keep a separate code for every submission.

PREPARE ONLY WHAT IS RELEVANT

Three details to bring.

Submission code
Name the candidate and its submission date.
Target reference
Identify the colour standard used for comparison.
Feedback
Describe the observed difference or approval decision.

Check together

  • Keep rejected and approved submissions separate.
  • Compare under the agreed lighting conditions.
  • State which version should be used for the order.

READY TO DISCUSS THIS DETAIL?

Take it into your project.

Go straight to an enquiry, or add a note first. Every field here is optional.

Add a working note (optional)
Project requirements

Name the candidate and its submission date.

Identify the colour standard used for comparison.

Describe the observed difference or approval decision.

Points to discuss

Leave anything undecided blank. These notes do not approve a sample or order.

Discuss this worksheet

Preparing your local note…