How it works
Afterfive removes the financial risk from independent fashion...
Browse campaigns Image: product grid with progress bars
Browse active campaigns
Every listing is a live 30-day campaign by an independent designer. You can see how many people have backed it, how many days are left, and what the garment looks like before committing, No campaign lasts longer than 30 days. Progress is always visible. Nothing is hidden behind a waitlist. Back a design Image product page with campaign widget
Back a design Image product page with campaign widget
Back what you want to see made
Select your size and back the campaign. Your payment details are saved, but nothing is charged yet. You're committing your intent-not your money. You can cancel any pre-order before the campaign hits 100 backers. Once fully funded, your order is confirmed.
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100 backers = production begins
When 100 people back a campaign, payment is collected from all backers and production starts. If the goal isn't reached by the deadline, your order is cancelled and you won't be charged-ever. Two outcomes only: fully funded and made, or not funded and cancelled. No partial production. No compromises.
Delivery Image: packaged garment with NPC label
Your order ships in 4-6 weeks
NPC manages production, quality control, and fulfilment end-to-end. You'll get a tracking number as soon as your order leaves our warehouse. Production timelines vary by garment. Estimated delivery dates are shown on each campaign page.
Submit your design Image designer at desk with sketches and flies
Submit your design-free, no commitment
Upload your design files, write a short description and the story behind the work, choose your copyright model, and submit. There are no fees, no contracts to sign upfront, and no minimum requirements beyond originality. You'll need: a high-res PNG or ai fille, a title and brief description, your design story, and your copyright preference. That's it.
ReviewImage: NPC team reviewing design ons creen
We review within 7 business days
Every submission is reviewed by the NPC team for originality, quality, and production feasibility. You'll get a confirmation email within 24 hours of submitting, and a decision with next steps within 7 business days. If we need more information, we'll reach out. If a submission isn't approved, we'll tell you why and what you can improve
Campaign liveImage: product page live on NPC with progress bar
Your campaign goes live for 30 days
Approved designs are listed as a live 30-day campaign. NPC handles the product page, photography coordination, and community promotion. Your job is to share it with your audience. The more you promote your campaign, the faster it hits 100. We'll give you assets and a campaign link to share.
Production & royalties Image: finished garment with label, royalty payout notification
Hit 100-production starts, royalties begin
Once 100 backers commit, NPC handles everything: supplier sourcing, production, quality control, and fulfilment. You earn a royalty on every unit sold, paid out within 30 days of campaign close. Royalty rates depend on the copyright model you chose. Details are on the Copyright Models page.