Terms & Conditions: Consulting & Advisory Services

Last Updated: October 2026

1. Scope of Services & Advisory-Only Policy

• Advisory & Consulting Focus: Lafrance Studio operates strictly as an independent Technical Consulting, Advisory, and Engineering Troubleshooting studio.
• Sampling & Prototyping Prerequisite: Physical sampling and prototyping services are strictly limited and are only offered after all pre-development prerequisites have been fully met. This includes having all fabrics sourced, trims and notions on hand, and a validated brand, market direction, and target price point established.
• No Mass Manufacturing: We do not offer commercial mass garment manufacturing or factory sewing. Prototyping is exclusively reserved as a concluding validation step for clients who have completed the required technical pre-development phase.
• Professional Standards: Our technical consulting infrastructure is built for serious independent designers, creators, and apparel brands investing in pre-development strategy. We do not discount our specialized consulting or engineering fees to accommodate low-cost retail margins (e.g., fast-fashion or low-tier retail items).

2. Consultation Bookings & Payment Terms

• Pre-Paid Reservations: All consultations (General, Technical, or Full Project Audits) require full payment upfront to reserve a session. Bookings are confirmed only after payment is completed.
• Non-Refundable Fees: Initial consultation fees cover dedicated virtual meeting time, expert analysis, and preparatory review. These fees are strictly non-refundable.
• Advisory Limitation: Submitting an inquiry or booking a session is purely advisory and strategic. It does not establish an ongoing manufacturing agreement, nor does it guarantee that Lafrance Studio will accept a project for physical execution elsewhere. Prerequisites (such as sourced/tested fabric and a defined fit model) are strictly enforced.

3. Intellectual Property & Originality

• Client Responsibility: The client is solely responsible for ensuring that all designs, sketches, AI mockups, concepts, patterns, or technical files provided during consultations are original and do not infringe upon the intellectual property rights, trademarks, or copyrights of any third party.
• No Replication: Lafrance Studio will not review, consult on, or troubleshoot direct copies or blatant knockoffs of existing competitor designs.
• Studio IP Protection: Lafrance Studio utilizes proprietary master fit blocks, drafting logic, and technical frameworks internally. Advisory guidance, documents, or roadmap templates provided during sessions remain the intellectual property of Lafrance Studio. Client-provided files remain the property of the client.
• Confidentiality: All digital files, concepts, and project discussions are kept secure and confidential. We enforce a strict “No Likeness” policy and will never use a client’s brand name, design details, or proprietary concepts for marketing or promotional use without express written consent.

4. Communication & Professional Conduct

• Advisory & Execution Boundaries: Consultations and pre-development phases are designed to provide clear, industry-standard technical direction. Physical sampling and prototyping are strictly contingent upon all prerequisites being fully met, including having all self-fabrics, trims, and notions physically on hand, a validated market direction, and a confirmed price point.
• Right to Terminate Relationship: Lafrance Studio reserves the right to immediately terminate any consultation, proposal, or business relationship if the professional environment becomes untenable, communication protocols or project prerequisites are breached, or unrealistic demands are placed on studio resources.