Prisca Noel Waiganjo crafted a beautifully tailored African print shirt for Jochen, ensuring elegance and joy at the wedding in Kenya. What's your wish?
A request by Jochen from Berlin, Germany
I would like a shirt with an African print in the style of the attached example for a wedding in Kenya. My shirt size is 39 and I am 1.87 cm tall. I need the shirt by January 24, 2024. Can you please send me photos of available sample fabrics?
The Journey of Creating Custom-Made African Print Shirt for Wedding in Kenya
Negotiation & Planning
Custom-Made African Print Shirt for Wedding in Kenya - design ideas and artisan proposals
Dear Jochen,
Do you have a color in mind?
I suggest making the shirt in navy blue. Attached are some samples
Regards
Hi Noel,
I really like the 4th fabric with the light and dark blue waves.
I would like to find a corresponding, very dark blue that goes with it.
I'm looking forward to the shirt.
Best regards
Jochen (Automatic translation)
Dear Jochen
Please find attached fabric samples in dark blue. Let me know which one you prefer.
Is the size a UK or US size?
Regards
Noel
Hi Noel, I would choose No 4. The size is DE (Germany)
Best regards
Jochen (Automatic translation)
Dear Jochen,
I’ll be using the following measurements;
Chest 42
Waist 40
Shoulders 19
Sleeves 25
Biceps 13
Wrist 9
Length 35
Crafting Process
How to make a Custom-Made African Print Shirt for Wedding in Kenya – work in progress
Dear Jochen,
Before I start making the shirt, here’s a design I picked for you. It’s more modern and would suit a wedding more. If you don’t like it, I’ll proceed to making the initial design. Just a suggestion
Regards
Noel
Dear Jochen,
Before I start making the shirt, here’s a design I picked for you. It’s more modern and would suit a wedding more. If you don’t like it, I’ll proceed to making the initial design. Just a suggestion
Regards
Noel
Hello Noel,
thanks for your suggestion. Since I wear the hend together with a suit, I would like to stick with the original design.
Best regards
Jochen (Automatic translation)
Dear Jochen
I’ve bought the two fabrics.
I’ve attached photos of how they look against each other.
Regards
Noel
Hello Noel,
in the photos it looks like the fabric texture doesn't quite match. But that could also be due to the photo.
If you are sure that it fits I would rely on you and you can continue.
Greetings
Jochen (Automatic translation)
Hello Jochen
The fabric I’m using is called ribbon.What was your preference?
Regards
Noel
Hi Noel,
I would take what you have chosen. Just sew it so that the shirt is ready in time and it can be with me tomorrow.
Greetings
Yokes (Automatic translation)
Dear Jochen,
The shirt is ready.
Find attached the photos
Regards
Noel
Hello Noel,
Thank you very much! The shirt looks great!
Best regards
Jochen (Automatic translation)
Hey Jochen,
This is Vicky, the local operations manager. I received your shirt and it looks amazing!
Regards,
Vicky Achieng.
super! (Automatic translation)
The Finished Unique Piece – Individually Handmade
Reference: ON001487E-59376
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Cost of material |
19.46
|
| Cost of labour |
18.25
|
| Cost of packaging |
0.91
|
| Cost of delivery to local operations manager |
3.04
|
| Subtotal – payout to artisan |
41.66
|
| Customer acquisition costs (advertising etc.) |
4.17
|
| Handling fee Urban Change Lab |
4.17
|
| Shipping costs from Kenya to Germany* |
0
|
| VAT (Germany)* |
9.5
|
| Total |
59.5
|
*Shipping costs and VAT vary depending on your location.
Each price shown is based on a unique, custom request. Final prices may vary depending on materials, effort, and delivery location.
