For womenswear brand founders

Investing real money into your collections, and still not seeing the sell‑through you expect?

More prints and more trend research are not the answer.
You need prints that are strategically designed for your next collection.

Navy and white graphic print on a full-skirted midi dress, shot on a coastal cliff
Sand and rose figurative scarf print on a tie-front dress, shot against red gerberas
Book a free appointment to learn more

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What they say

Testimonials from our clients

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Don’t follow patterns.
Create your own.

  1. Where we start

    Brand context

    We start with your vision, not with artwork. Before a single motif is sketched, we dive deep into your brand DNA and your ideal customer. We understand your collection’s theme and color palette, your timelines, and what you want to achieve with the designs.

    Book a free call

    Or email us at enquiries@annamendes-design.com

  2. Our process

    Print design

    Having understood your brand and collection, our team will start creating your custom prints. We update you throughout the process, and you can provide feedback at every stage. We will refine the designs until they are perfect for your collection.

    Average duration: 1-2 days per print
    (and we can work on multiple prints at once)

    Price: US$490–US$650 per print, depending on complexity and project size.

  3. What you receive

    Designs

    Original artwork painted and drawn from scratch, built into repeats, tested in colorways, and delivered in layered, 300 DPI, PSD files, ready for manufacturing. We are used to delivering on time, with clear updates, and a process that is easy to follow.

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Who this is for

Built for brands that want every collection to feel memorable, desirable, and unique.

As a brand founder, your taste is undeniable and you know your customer inside and out. The missing piece is thinking strategically about your print design, so it enhances your collection instead of just decorating it.

This is for you if

  • Your garments get compliments, but sell-through doesn’t match the praise.
  • You have a vision for the brand but lack a specialized partner to turn it into reality.
  • You want prints that are exclusively yours, not files circulating in a marketplace.
  • You are tired of discounting pieces that should have sold at full price.

This is not for you if

  • You’re chasing the cheapest possible print file, and don’t care about exclusivity and uniqueness.
  • You want to buy ready prints off the shelf, with no strategy conversation first.
  • You just want a copy of whatever seems to be working for someone else.
  • You see low prices as your main competitive advantage against other brands.

Behind the scenes

More about our process, and the steps involved in creating custom prints

A crane motif being painted by hand
A hummingbird and hibiscus painted in watercolor beside the open pan set and paint tubes
Watercolor shells and a fish painted around hand-lettered script
Painted motifs pinned across the studio print wall
Anna holding a painted folk-art bird over painted florals spread across the studio table
A motif being refined digitally on the iPad
Finished prints spread across the studio floor
Pantone references laid over printed fabric on the studio table

Book a free appointment

A 30 minute call about where we go over your challenges, your current collection, and what to plan next. We will give you two or three concrete moves, whether or not we work together after the call.

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Client work stays confidential. Nothing you tell us leaves the studio.

FAQ

What actually happens on the call?

You share your plans for your next collection and what you want to achieve. We will go over your scenario together, and give you actionable insights.

Is there a minimum quantity of prints?

No! Although we see more results when we develop multiple prints and think them through as a collection, we are always happy to design even a single print.

How much do custom prints cost?

Our price ranges from US$490-US$650 per print, depending on complexity and project size. We will give you a quote after the call, based on your specific needs.

How long does a project take?

Every project has its own nuances. Historically, this is how long collections of each size have taken us:

Small collection, up to 10 prints1 to 2 weeks
Medium collection, 11 to 20 prints2 to 3 weeks
Big collection, 20 to 40 prints3 to 5 weeks
Is the design process confidential?

Yes, everything we discuss during the project is strictly confidential, and nothing you tell us leaves the studio. We only disclose client names with explicit approval.

How do I know Anna Mendes Design is reliable?

We have been in the market for 5 years, designing prints for over 100 fashion brands all over the world. Before founding the studio, Anna had her own womenswear brand, and also spent years in SOMA, the apparel group behind brands like FARM Rio. She has seen, in practice, the importance of meeting deadlines, and the impact a well designed print can make for a fashion business.

How does the transfer of copyright work?

Copyright transfers fully from us to you when the invoice is paid. You hold the exclusive right to use the designs, across every geography and every industry.