COLOUR & ARTWORK / BUYING ANSWER

Naming colourways without ambiguity.

How should I name colourways in a bulk pet product order?

Bring the right
details to the table.

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

THE BUYING ANSWER

Start with a clear definition.

Give each colourway a stable code and connect it to all component references. A descriptive name such as rose can remain buyer-facing, while the code distinguishes the actual approved combination of outer fabric, lining and trims.

The decision behind the detail.

Two styles using the same marketing colour may have different component combinations. Keep a product-specific mapping rather than relying on the name alone.

PREPARE ONLY WHAT IS RELEVANT

Three details to bring.

Colourway code
Assign a stable identifier for the combination.
Component mapping
List the fabric and trim references in that colourway.
Public name
Record the name used on labels or product listings.

Check together

  • Check codes match the quantity matrix.
  • Resolve duplicate names for different combinations.
  • Update the mapping after component changes.

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.

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Project requirements

Assign a stable identifier for the combination.

List the fabric and trim references in that colourway.

Record the name used on labels or product listings.

Points to discuss

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

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