Terms and Conditions for Clothing Design Services
1. Services Provided
The Designer agrees to provide custom clothing design services, which may include garment construction, redesign of existing pieces, styling consultation, sourcing materials, and fitting sessions. The specific scope will be outlined in a project proposal or invoice.
2. Payment Terms
- A non-refundable deposit of 60% is required to secure services and begin work.
- The remaining balance is due before final delivery or pickup.
- Payment plans may be arranged on a case-by-case basis.
- Late payments will incur a fee of 30% per week.
3. Custom Orders & Fittings
- Each design is made to order or customized to the client's specifications.
- One to two fittings may be included depending on the package. Additional fittings may require an extra fee.
- Once a design or fit is approved by the client, the Designer is not responsible for fit issues due to weight fluctuation or late changes.
4. Revisions & Alterations
- One round of minor revisions is included in the design fee.
- Additional changes after production begins may result in extra charges and delays.
- Major redesigns will be considered a new order.
5. Turnaround Time
- Typical turnaround is 2–4 weeks unless otherwise agreed.
- Rush orders are subject to availability and a $50 rush fee.
- Delays due to client changes or late communication may result in a revised timeline.
6. Materials & Sourcing
- The Designer may provide materials or the client may supply them, depending on the project.
- If the Designer sources materials, a sourcing fee and material cost will be included in the invoice.
- All unused materials remain the property of the Designer unless otherwise agreed.
7. Returns & Refunds
- All custom garments are final sale.
- Refunds are only issued if the Designer fails to deliver the garment(s) as agreed, excluding issues arising from late communication or missed fittings by the client.
8. Intellectual Property
- The Designer retains ownership of all original designs and may use photos of the work for portfolio or marketing.
- The Client may not reproduce, resell, or claim authorship of the design without prior written consent.
9. Cancellations
- Cancellations must be made in writing. Deposits are non-refundable.
- If canceled after work has begun, the Client must pay for time and materials already spent.
10. Liability
- The Designer is not liable for allergic reactions or damage due to wear, washing, or misuse.
- Any concerns must be raised within 48 hours of receiving the garment.
11. Agreement
By booking, the Client agrees to these terms and acknowledges that all custom work is handmade and may vary slightly from sketches or mockups.