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Decoration Technique
Beaded Embroidery
Hand-beaded and machine-beaded designs on apparel. The signature look of bridal, evening wear, and luxury couture.
Best For
Bridal, evening wear, luxury couture, statement designs
Fabric
Silk, satin, tulle, velvet, fine cotton, performance fabrics
MOQ
50 pieces per design (lower for hand-beaded couture)
Durability
Excellent — beads are individually secured
Cost
$$$$$ — premium hand-crafted technique
Lead Time
30–60 days for hand-beaded, 20–30 days for machine
About Beaded
Beaded embroidery applies individual glass, crystal, or seed beads to the garment in intricate patterns — either by hand for couture-quality work, or by machine for faster, more cost-effective production.
At SublimApparel, we run machine beaded embroidery for production runs and partner with artisan beaders in Yiwu's craft district for hand-beaded couture work. We stock 200+ bead types including glass, crystal, pearl, seed, sequin, and specialty shapes.
Beaded embroidery is most popular in bridal, evening wear, runway, and luxury couture. It is also striking on statement streetwear and high-end festival wear.
Why Choose Beaded
- Most premium, couture-quality decoration available
- Hand-beaded for one-of-a-kind luxury pieces
- Machine-beaded for production runs
- 200+ bead types and colors
- Works on delicate and luxury fabrics
Best Use Cases
Bridal and wedding party apparelEvening wear and red-carpet gownsRunway and designer fashionLuxury couture and bespoke piecesStatement streetwear and hype dropsPerformance costumes and competition wear
How Beaded Works
- 1
Design and bead selection
Design is finalized. Bead types, colors, and sizes are selected from 200+ options.
- 2
Pattern mapping
Design is mapped into a digitizing file that tells the machine (or beader) where each bead goes.
- 3
Machine or hand application
Beads are applied — by machine for production runs, by hand for couture and small batches.
- 4
Secure and inspect
Each bead is secured with stitches. Loose beads are removed and reattached.
- 5
QC & pack
Each piece is inspected for bead placement, security, and overall design accuracy. Packed in protective boxes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does beaded embroidery take?
Hand-beading is labor-intensive — a single couture piece can take 20-100 hours. Machine-beaded production runs are faster (20-30 days total).
Can I bring my own beads?
Yes. We work with your supplied beads for brand consistency, or we source from our 200+ bead library.
How much does beaded embroidery cost?
Hand-beaded couture is the most expensive decoration method — pricing depends on bead density, design complexity, and quantity. Machine-beaded is more affordable.
Can you do beaded logos?
Yes. Beaded logos are popular in luxury streetwear and brand activations. We can digitize any logo into a beaded design.
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