Branded embroidered merch is an easy way to give your employees a more professional look. Trucker hats give you a consistent look from head to toe.

No matter what kind of business you are in, from large corporations to local family businesses, custom embroidered trucker hats are perfect as company apparel.

Our customers love trucker hats because they give their employees a professional look and make excellent customer gifts. Additionally, trucker hats are one size fits all so you don't have to worry about sizing.  

Trucker hats can be found in any color, many different brands and fabrics, and a price point for any budget.

One thing we love about trucker hats is that they offer various color options for the mesh back, front panel, and bill. You can mix and match to suit your brand.

Here are some tips to consider when starting an embroidery order for hats:

• 4 Benefits of Embroidered Custom Hats for Your Brand
• Custom Embroidered Hats: 3 Simple Features That Make a Good Design
• Embroidered Hats: 4 Expert Tips Before You Buy
• 6 Insider Tips For Branding Baseball Hats
• Evergreen Ideas for Custom Embroidery on Hats for Landscapers

We have invested so much in custom embroidery because we know it's important to our customers. After all, we know you need more than just screen printed shirts.  

There are a lot of great options for embroidered merch for your business. We talk about custom hats so often because our customers and their customers love hats so much. 

This article will show you examples of custom embroidered mesh trucker hats that our customers have ordered.

This popular hat style is great for the following organizations:

• Schools
• Coffee Shops
• Restaurants
• Landscaping Companies
• Construction Companies
• Health Care Systems
• Breweries

Knueven Creamery & Market Trucker Hats

We love working with small family businesses. 

Knueven Creamery originally reached out to us a few years ago for custom t-shirts. We've been lucky enough to work with them on zip hoodies, tank tops, and hats since then. 

Knueven keeps things consistent with simple styles and colors that effectively communicate their brand. 

They chose a black on black mesh trucker hat for their Uptown Market & Cafe hat with white stitching.

St. John's Jesuit Trucker Hats

Headwear is a great way to show your support for your favorite school or team. 

An embroidered hat allows you to show your school spirit during any season and for any team.

St. John's found a multicolored trucker hat with their brand colors and asked us to apply their logo to it. 

The contrast stitching adds a unique design element to that to make it stand out from the crowd. 

Salinas Roofing Mesh Trucker Hats

Trucker hats are a great accessory for employee uniforms. 

We commonly embroider custom hats for hard working businesses like landscapers and contractors that love truckers. 

This black on black mesh trucker hat gives employees a professional look and is a clean, consistent background for any logo. 

In this example, Salinas roofing used the full front of the hat to display their logo.

Souk Restaurant Mesh Trucker Hats

Patches have been a popular retail trend for a while now. They are a simple way to elevate the look and feel of hats, beanies, sweatshirts, and other clothing items. 

Souk used patches on mesh trucker hats and in doing so, combined two trendy styles. The finished product was a hit among their employees and customers.

In total, we helped them with three different hat styles and patches. 

Trucker hats come in a lot of different color cominations. Depending on the chosen hat brand, you can mix up the colors of the mesh, front panel, or hat bill. 

This versatility can give your branded merch a lot of variety.

Custom Trucker Hat Design Ideas

Nearly half of the custom embroidery work we do is hats. Whether they are dad hats, trucker hats, snapback caps, or beanies, we decorate so many hats because people love hats. 

Here are more examples of custom trucker hats that we've made for our customers and might inspire design ideas for your brand. 

Danberry Realtors Nike Hats

Grounds Co Safety Green Trucker Hat

Rudolph Libbe Construction Trucker Hat

Believe in Kindness Mesh Trucker

Golf Tournament Trucker Hat

16153 Genova Stick Company Embroidered Richardson Hat

Kubacki Masonry Trucker Hats

Order Custom Embroidered Trucker Hats

Here’s what Joni had to say after ordering custom embroidery:

"All the folks at fancysweetstx were very courteous and helpful as I worked through a special order with them. Rob was quick to respond to my questions in e-mail and the people in the store when I dropped off and picked up my completed order were very competent and nice. The embroidery looks beautiful on all three pieces!

People should be very comfortable using fancysweetstx!"

Embroidered mesh trucker hats give a trendy look for employees and can be great gifts for customers.

They are more than just sporty - they work for restaurants, schools, landscaping companies, contractors, and restaurants.

No matter the use or event, trucker hats are an effective way to get your brand seen by a lot of people. Hats are unisex, one size fits most, and can be worn in most social and business settings.

We regularly embroider custom trucker hats for landscaping companies, non-profits, schools, sports teams, restaurants, and manufacturing companies. 

At fancysweetstx we have the experience, design skills, and equipment to provide high-quality headwear for your business. 

If you need new embroidered trucker hats reach out to fancysweetstx today! 

No matter what kind of business you work for, from large corporations to local businesses, custom embroidered dad hats are perfect as company apparel.

If you want your employees to look professional or give a nice gift to your customers, nothing does that easier than a dad cap with your logo embroidered on it. Dad hats are one size fits all so you don't have to worry about them fitting the recipient.  

Dad hats can be found in any color, many different brands and fabrics, and a price point for any budget.

Here are some tips to consider when starting an embroidery order for hats:

• 4 Benefits of Embroidered Custom Hats for Your Brand
• Custom Embroidered Hats: 3 Simple Features That Make a Good Design
• Embroidered Hats: 4 Expert Tips Before You Buy
• 6 Insider Tips For Branding Baseball Hats
• Evergreen Ideas for Custom Embroidery on Hats for Landscapers

Custom embroidery is important to us. In recent years we've added state-of-the-art equipment, hired experienced staff, and studied embroidery trends to help you pick the best embroidered merch for your business.

In this article we'll show you examples of custom dad hats that we embroidered that are great merch ideas for the following organizations:

• Schools
• Coffee Shops
• Restaurants
• Landscaping Companies
• Construction Companies
• Health Care Systems
• Breweries

Grounds For Thought Coffee Dad Hats

If you want to see a great example of a coffee shop that has become part of its community, look no further than Grounds for Thought. 

We are in awe of how they've endeared themselves to their Bowling Green community. 

Not surprisingly, Grounds for Thought does a great job with branded merch. These dad hats are no exception. 

They use a simple, one-color, easy-to-read font on the front of the hat. To mix it up, they ordered multiple hat colors that all look good with the same design and thread color. 

Pigment-dyed clothing is a major trend right now. We see it a lot with the shirts and sweatshirts that we screen print. 

This style is particularly trendy among college students. So it's natural that a coffee shop near a college campus would adopt it for their apparel. 

40th Birthday Hat

Who doesn't love to celebrate a birthday? Among birthdays, going over the hill at 40 is a big one.

Some of the most creative custom projects we work on are family related. Reunions, weddings, and birthdays are common favorites and often funny. 

We love these embroidered dad hats because they are designed so well. If you didn't know any better, it could be the logo of a fashion brand. 

As always, the design makes the merch. This hat is going to live a long life because it's a simple, clean design.

Fleitz Pumpkin Farm Dad Hat

In the Midwest, we do fall right. From football games to bonfires, and beautiful scenery to pumpkin farms, there's no better season than fall. 

Fall is also the big season for pumpkin farms. 

Our local farm, Fleitz's, has come to us for several years to help them with custom screen printing and embroidery. 

We love this hat because it says very little but also a lot in one design. 

Schmucker's Restaurant Dad Hat

It's a Family Treat to Eat at Schmucker's!

Schmucker's Restaurant is beloved in the 16153 Genova area. They're as well known for their welcoming family friendly atmosphere as they are their homemade pies. 

The neon sign in front of the restaurant is iconic. So much so that fans of Schmucker's love to wear it on shirts and hats. 

Anyone who knows Schmucker's immediately recognizes the logo on this hat.

More Dad Hat Design Ideas

This list of embroidered hats could get long pretty quickly. Nearly half of the embroidery work that we do is for hats.

Without getting too wordy, here are other examples of embroidered dad hats that we've made for our customers. 

Embroidered School Hats

Stranahan School Dad Hat

Horizon Science Academy Hat 

Ottawa Hills Baseball Cap

16153 Genova Law Embroidered Hat

Inside the Five Brewing Hats

Barry Bagels Dad Hat

Lourdes University Dad Hat

Sautter's Market Dad Hat

Beer Me St. Patrick's Day Hat

Order Custom Embroidered Dad Hats

Here’s what Joni had to say after ordering custom embroidery:

"All the folks at fancysweetstx were very courteous and helpful as I worked through a special order with them. Rob was quick to respond to my questions in e-mail and the people in the store when I dropped off and picked up my completed order were very competent and nice. The embroidery looks beautiful on all three pieces!

People should be very comfortable using fancysweetstx!"

Embroidered dad hats provide a versatile look for employees, can be great gifts for customers, works for coffee shops, breweries, and restaurants, and is, naturally, beloved by dads everywhere.  

No matter the use or event, dad hats are an easy choice to get your brand out there. We regularly embroider dad hats for construction companies, non-profits, schools, sports teams, hospitals, and manufacturing companies. 

At fancysweetstx we have the experience, design skills, and equipment to provide high-quality headwear for your business. 

If you need new embroidered dad caps reach out to fancysweetstx today! 

That said, embroidered merchandise, though an older method of branding, is still highly popular due to its professional and polished look.

When choosing the right embroidered merch for your clients or employees, there are a few secrets that you should take note of such as:

• Embroidered merch is used in instances when a professional look is necessary.
• Embroidery is used on custom headwear such as caps and beanies.
• Sturdy and thick fabric brings out the best embroidered designs.

Did you know? Embroidered merch is available in multiple different colors. This is why most of our clients at fancysweetstx prefer it over other methods of apparel branding.

Here, we’ll discuss the various factors to consider when choosing embroidered merch for your brand.

We’ll also look at what embroidery is in detail and its advantages over other common methods of branding.

Step 1- Pick Embroidered Merch That Looks Good on Both Men and Women

When you set out to purchase embroidered merch for your brand, you have to ensure it looks good on both men and women.

For instance, you may decide to brand some hats to promote your brand. When doing so, ensure that these hats are unisex or you can print some for men and others specifically for women.

Unisex hats and beanies are functional and professional items to give out. They’re also inexpensive and will enable you to boost your brand without breaking your budget.

You can also opt to go for embroidered polo shirts. They’re not only a classic and comfortable selection—they also offer an endless amount of choice when you’re considering both genders.

Polo shirts are also versatile and perfectly strike the balance between a casual and professional style.

Your employees, business associates, or anybody you plan to distribute the merch to have to feel comfortable in your merch. If you fail to make your merch look good on both men and women, they won’t wear it, meaning your branding efforts are in vain.

Step 2 - Pick Clothes That Are Versatile and Complement Your Company’s Dress Code

There is a sense of pride that comes with branded clothing that breaks the monotony of a daily work uniform.

Establishing this kind of pride means embroidered clothing for your employees must be both professional and stylish.

For example, custom hoodies can be worn on the job or casually at home and still represent your brand in a positive manner.

An embroidered crewneck sweatshirt can be worn just as any other sweater, even in a more strict business environment.

In fact, embroidered crew sweatshirts are some of our most popular clothing items to embroidery. When paired with nice pants and worn over a collared shirt, they give a more professional look.

This makes them a versatile option as they can be worn at home and in the office.

Having versatile merch helps a lot when you’re trying to build your brand image, especially at outdoor events and conventions. After all, the more your company apparel is worn, the more it is seen.

Step 3 - Embroidered Merch Reinforces Your Brand Awareness

As said, the primary goal for branding custom wear is to create brand awareness. This is why you should ensure whatever apparel you choose to go with highlights your brand.

The reason embroidery is still a very popular method of branding apparel is because it’s available in countless colors and can be used to embellish most clothing options.

This ensures that your target market can consciously associate your colors and logo with your product or services.

By using branded clothing, you increase the reach of your brand, which means more leads and conversions.

This means you must ensure that whichever branded apparel you chose to go with is professionally done to help customers absorb your brand subconsciously.

At fancysweetstx, we’ll ensure that your team shines and your logo is clearly visible in your preferred custom embroidered merchandise.

Here’s a happy remark by one of our customers:

“Used for company t-shirts. Excellent price, quality, design team, and quick shipping. First-time customers, but we'll be back! Thanks, fancysweetstx.”
- Christina P

Step 4 - Pick Clothing That Has High Longevity

The longevity of custom wear helps you save money in a major way. This is because once you distribute the branded apparel to your clients or employees, you know they’ll have it for a long time. Essentially, you’ll be ticking branded merch off the budget for a while.

Embroidered designs are stitched right into the fabric, meaning they’ll last as long as the fabric does.

For this to be perfectly beneficial, however, the embroidery must be done on high-quality fabric.

At fancysweetstx, we have access to a large catalog of high-quality merch that is appropriate for both business and casual environments. We have the experience to recommend clothing that best suits your needs and budget.

This ensures that once you purchase branded embroidered merch from us, it’ll go a long way in promoting brand awareness for your team and provide you the greatest value.

What Is Embroidery?

Traditionally, embroidery involved using a needle to pass yarn through fabric by hand. It allowed for a variety of stitches and fabrics, and patterns were unique depending on the individual sewer.

Embroidery has been used for centuries as a method of applying decorative touches to garments.

Despite being an older method of branding, it’s still very popular and the most preferred method of creating custom clothing.

Embroidery has developed over the years and is now available in a limitless number of colors. It’s also faster to do embroidery with the help of an embroidery machine that can create over 7,500 stitches within a square inch.

Machine embroidery is uniform and allows for the sewing of identical patterns on a number of fabrics.

Embroidered prints and logos can last a lifetime and are not affected by washing.

When embroidery is done on quality cotton fabric, it lasts long and still looks appealing even after long-term use.

Take a look at the video below to learn how we embroider custom crew sweatshirts. 

Embroidery vs Screen Printing

Embroidery and screen printing are the most popular methods of branding merchandise.

In the table below, we compare both methods in terms of longevity, cost, and appearance.

At fancysweetstx, we specialize in both screen printing and embroidery when creating custom merch. If you’re not sure which method is perfect for your campaign, get in touch with us and we’ll be happy to guide you on the way forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it better to embroider or screen print?

Deciding whether to screen print or embroider should be guided by your needs and choice of merchandise.

For example, if you’re making bulk orders to give to customers for an event, it may be best to screen print.

For your staff attending a convention, or just wearing it at work, embroidery is best as it looks professional and is durable.

Is embroidered clothing more expensive?

Embroidered clothing may be more expensive than other branded merch as it is often used on more expensive and higher quality merch. However, it looks stylish and professional and lasts for a long time.

Where can I buy embroidered polo shirts and hats with logos in the US?

To get the best polo shirts and other embroidered apparel for your brand, get your quote from fancysweetstx today. We ship quality countrywide and we’ll ensure your order reaches you in time.

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Moreover, company apparel creates a powerful visual statement that:

• Shares your values
• Makes an excellent giveaway
• Arouses interest in your company
• Allows loyal customers to become walking brand ambassadors

This is especially true if the clothing is stylish and well-made, which is why it's important to invest in high-quality custom apparel for your employees.

Use these 4 ideas to create unique designs for your company apparel.

1 – Design an Eye-Catching Logo

When it comes to creating an identity for a company, nothing beats a creative and eye-catching logo.

A well-designed logo will set your business apart from the competition by:

• Quickly grabbing people’s attention
• Telling customers why your business is unique
• Triggering positive recall; it’s aesthetically pleasing

This helps to create a strong brand image that customers will be able to recognize.

Whatever you choose, make sure your logo design is unique and striking; otherwise, your business may struggle to compete against more established brands.

Below are a few factors to consider when designing your logo:

• Simplicity: A simple design is easy to recognize because it only focuses on highlighting essential parts of your brand such as color. For instance, people can recognize the McDonald’s logo with a mere glance because of its yellow arch symbol.
• Flexibility and adaptability: Dynamic logos appeal to a broader audience because they easily change depending on context. If your company manufactures products that can be used in various ways, you might want to consider a versatile logo design; for example, the Apple logo.
• Contrast and harmony: To make a strong impression, you need to create visually appealing and well-balanced logos. For instance, you can use bright colors to make sure all the colors are complementary and stand out in a crowd.

Examples of simple, distinct, and adaptable logos that we've created include:

• The University of 16153 Genova Logo

• fancysweetstx’s simple blue logo

2 – Wear Your Custom Apparel at Special Events 

Whether it’s a company picnic, employee appreciation day, or any other special event, wearing apparel that identifies with the company leaves an impression.

Not only will everyone look great and feel proud of their association with your company, but they’ll also promote the event to potential clients.

The table below shows different types of corporate events, their location, and the most appropriate company apparel for such events:

In addition to looking good, wearing company gear helps build team spirit and promote a positive corporate image. However, you need to select comfortable and stylish items, so everyone in attendance feels like they’re part of the celebration.

Cotton apparel is a great choice because cotton is naturally soft, making them breathable.

Plus, who knows? Maybe someone at the event will spot you or one of your team leaders and wish to learn more about your company.

Pro Tip: When it comes to company apparel for special events, nothing beats a customized t-shirt. Other types of apparel that may be perfect for a company event include:

• Custom Hoodies: They can be customized with your company's logo and colors, making them a top choice for people who want to show their team spirit. Moreover, they're comfortable and warm, perfect for chilly days or evenings out.
• Custom Jackets: These are perfect for colder weather events because they can keep you warm and looking sharp.

Extra Tip: While it's common to have a standard (or the same) corporate apparel during events, you can mix them up. For instance, you can have women wear T-shirts while men wear custom hats.

3 – Get Your Business Advertised and Promoted

Providing your employees with shirts, hats, bags, or other apparel with promotional information is a great way to spread the word about the latest deals and discounts.

For this, you’ll need to create a custom shirt or other garment with your business logo, slogan, website address, or even a phone number.

If worn in crowded areas such as public events or stadiums, they can act like billboards that many potential customers will see.

Tip: It’s important that your employees have a say in what they wear or give away. This shows that you’re invested in their success and care about their well-being.

If you want to get the most out of your business apparel, start by thinking about how you can use it to promote your brand, and then give your employees a role in designing and wearing it.

Here is why company apparel is the best for advertising promotions:

Affordable

Unlike other forms of advertising, company apparel can be purchased in bulk at a low cost and is easy to implement. You don’t need a large budget to get your message out there—just a little creativity and some promotional materials.

Increase Customer Trust

This is probably the greatest benefit of using apparel for marketing promotions. When customers see that your company takes pride in its clothing, they’ll be more likely to trust your products and services.

Conversation Starters

When people see your company's logo on a t-shirt, they’ll want to know more about what you have to offer. By wearing or providing apparel for your promotional events, you can organically start a conversation with your guests and create lasting customer relationships.

4 – Share Company Goals and Achievements

Sharing your company's goals and accomplishments can help build trust and loyalty among your customers, which is especially important in today's competitive market.

For instance, you can use “Our Goal is Your Satisfaction” in your marketing materials to let your customers know that you're serious about your products and services and that you’ve invested in continuing to provide the best possible experience; this can encourage customers to choose your company over others.

Some examples of quotes and phrases that can inspire your customers can include:

• “We display with pride”
• “Relax and enjoy; we’re here”
• “It’s how much we learn, not earn”
• “Customer-focused, not competitor-focused”

By publicly sharing your successes, you also demonstrate that you're committed to achieving success as a business. With this, your customers will be more willing to put their trust in you and be more likely to return for future purchases.

What’s more, keeping your customers updated about your company's progress will make them feel like they're a part of your success story, creating a solid emotional connection. All of this will result in a more loyal customer base, which will help you reach your company goals and objectives faster and easier.

Leave a Lasting Impression on Customers

Today's competitive market demands that businesses take pride in their products and services. From t-shirts and hoodies to crew sweatshirts and sweatpants, company apparel is a great way to show your pride in your company and create lasting customer relationships.

Whether you’re a large company or a startup, it’s important to consider what custom clothing can do for you; it can build brand awareness, create customer loyalty, and reinforce your company culture.

At fancysweetstx, we offer a wide range of personalized company apparel options to help you stand out from the competition. Our high-quality products and expert customer service make us the go-to choice for companies of all sizes.

Whether you’re looking for screen-printed or embroidered company apparel, we are here to help. 

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Why do you think vintage clothing maintains its popularity? It’s largely the emotional, nostalgic factor ‌it communicates—the attraction and safety of bygone days.

So, how can you tap into this retro fever and build a line of collectible vintage t-shirts for your business? It all boils down to choosing the right elements that make up a vintage shirt.

In this guide, we’ll answer these questions:

• What is a vintage shirt and its benefits?
• Which common features identify vintage t-shirts?
• How does pricing work for custom vintage shirt printing?
• What key points can help you order the perfect vintage shirts for your business?

What Is a Vintage T-Shirt?

A vintage style t-shirt recreates the nostalgia, soft hand feel, and distressed, faded print of decades-old t-shirts. Technically, true vintage shirts need to be at least 20 years old.

Remember, vintage differs from antique, which refers to items 100 years old and more. It also differs slightly from retro, which means imitating styles from the recent past. That said, nowadays vintage and retro (and sometimes old school) are used interchangeably.

Now you’re thinking, how do you recreate a vibe and feeling that’s decades old?

We create vintage t-shirts using a combination of screen printing techniques, including reduced inks, halftones, distress textures, and no underbase to produce a faded print and well-worn feel.

How to Make Your T-Shirts Feel Vintage 

1 - Soft, Well-Worn Tri-Blend Fabric

You don’t have 20 years of washing to achieve the signature, soft hand feel of vintage t-shirts for your business. The next best option is to make vintage t-shirts out of tri-blends.

Tri-blends are fabrics that comprise three materials in varying ratios:

• Cotton: natural, highly absorbent material that is strong yet softens with wear and washing
• Polyester: synthetic material stronger than cotton and resistant to wrinkles and shrinkage
• Rayon: natural fiber made from wood pulp that is light, drapey, stretchy, absorbent and luxurious

By combining the three materials, you get a t-shirt that exhibits the best characteristics—soft, breathable, absorbent, and wrinkle-free.

2 - Faded, Distressed Print

There are five techniques we use to screen print a vintage shirt:

• Reduced inks: we thin the ink before printing
• No underbase: the dark shirt color shows through the ink
• Halftones: tiny dot gradient in the artwork diffuses the color
• Distress texture: a grunge filter gives the print a cracked, weathered finish
• High mesh count screen: a screen with 230 mesh or higher deposits less ink

The aim is to create a print that appears faded and weathered right off the bat with minimal print layers that still maintain legibility.

Expert Tip: Some businesses that are on the cutting edge or tech-focused may not jive well with vintage styles. Partner with an experienced designer who can advise you on the best vintage elements that would suit your business niche and target market.

3 - Retro Warm Colors and Typography

Vintage shirt colors are warmer and more golden yellow. They’re less intense and often avoid cool blue tones. These color choices enhance the nostalgia of the design.

Typography styles with a vintage feel vary from the hard and geometric to the intricately curved—think of art déco and steampunk vs art nouveau and mid-century.

When choosing typography, narrow down precisely to your target market. What do they value and what have they experienced in life?

For example, the intricate or delicate fonts of Victorian and art nouveau eras would be lost on a rustic customer who’s into hunting and living simply.

These four elements together make vintage shirts an advantageous merch choice. But what exactly are the benefits of vintage shirts for businesses?

How Can Your Business Benefit From Vintage Style?

1 - Vintage Shirts Create an Emotional Branding Opportunity 

You know that feeling you get when you smell your favorite childhood meal or find a bunch of old, forgotten birthday cards? 

It’s nostalgia. It’s potent. You’re basically creating a wearable version of it for your customers. 

And how does it work?

They wear your merch, take a walk down memory lane and associate the positive memories with your business.

Benefit: You're able to achieve brand loyalty and likeability with a bit of ink and fabric.

2 - Vintage Shirts Are Timeless and Evergreen

If something is already old, does it go out of style? No, it just reinvents itself with each new iteration.

Here’s how it works.

By incorporating the retro fonts, warm filter and weathered look, the vintage shirts you recreate for your business gain an instant charming patina of age. Instead of looking dated after years of wear, they’ll only seem more authentic.

Pro Tip: One of the easiest wins we help our customers with is printing shirts with an older or their original logo version. It establishes the history of the company in the community and their success over time. Check out these examples of custom vintage shirts we've printed for our customers.

Benefit: You don’t have to keep dedicating resources to reinventing and updating outdated designs on your merch because the vintage style is timeless. 

3 - Vintage Shirts Provide Instant Comfort to Your Customers

In mimicking the well-worn feel of vintage shirts, the combination of soft, light fabrics and less dense prints creates the perfect summer tee and wardrobe essential.

It’ll be breathable, soft and comfortable. 

Benefit: Your customers will thank you for the most comfortable branded t-shirts by wearing them everywhere, all the time—yielding more brand visibility and positive feedback for your business.

By choosing vintage shirts for your business, you provide your customers with the comfort, timelessness and quirky nostalgia that makes your merchandise a keeper. Talk to us about your vintage shirt ideas for your business.

Price Range for Vintage Style T-Shirts

Now that you know all the features to look out for in vintage shirts, what are the accompanying costs?

Cost of the T-shirt Itself

T-shirt blanks for bulk printing can cost anywhere from $4–$15 depending on the brand and fabric composition.

For instance, high cotton blends cost more than low cotton blends. Additionally, t-shirts manufactured in the US are more expensive than those imported from Asia or Central America.

Number of Colors in Each Print

Multicolor prints cost more to screen print because they require more individual screens and ink. Each color needs its own screen.

At fancysweetstx, we can print up to 10 colors per print location. Keep in mind that the more colors and print locations in a design, the higher the print cost.

Color of the Shirt

Dark-colored shirts require a white underbase to offset the ink so that the design prints true to color. However, light-colored shirts don’t need this additional print layer and cost.

However, there are times where with vintage shirts you can get away without printing an underbase on a dark shirt. It results in a faded, dull print which gives the impression the shirt has been worn and washed for years.

Number of Printing Locations 

Extra printing locations, such as back and sleeve, will bump up the cost of screen printing because of the additional screens and setups required. 

Variety of Sizes Printed 

Extreme sizes—children’s sizes, XS, 4XL, and beyond—can’t use the same print size as the average sizes. You would need to adjust the print size up or down, resulting in extra design work and costs.

Size of the T-shirt Order 

Economies of scale also apply to printing shirts. The cost of printing multiple vintage shirt sizes in several color options reduces significantly once you’re printing in the hundreds or thousands.

Add-on Printing Services

Additional services such as graphic design can increase the ultimate price of your t-shirt, especially if your design needs plenty of adjustments and proofs beforehand.

There are quite a few other additional services that oftentimes accompany screen printing. For instance, if you require a specific brand color, there is a Pantone matching fee (yes, we can mix and match any Pantone you request!).

Here is a quick list of some of our add-on printing services:

• Color change 
• Relabeling neck labels
• Printing on spandex or patterned polyester
• Personalization
• Poly bagging
• Drop shipping
• Sampling

If you’re interested in finding out the cost of vintage t-shirts for your business, please reach out to our team regarding your project. We’ll be happy to help.

What Others Said About Our Vintage T-Shirts

We’ve created so many cool vintage style t-shirts for our city and local businesses that at this point, fancysweetstx is almost synonymous with the retro vibe.

Don’t just take our word for it. Our customers have plenty to say about the:

• Comfort and soft wearability of our vintage t-shirts
• Durability and washability of the vintage shirts
• Priceless emotional and nostalgic elements they deliver

“I remember Lion Store downtown where my grandma worked in the children's department… I loved it.”
— Mary, Lion Store Vintage Shirt

“Hearing my family reminisce about how great 16153 Genova used to be was priceless!!!”
— Vintage Holy 16153 Genova Shirt

“Great fit. Washes well, love it!”
— Lindsay, BGSU Vintage Falcon Women's V-neck

What Are the Most Commonly Sold T-Shirt Sizes?

This is one of the most common questions we receive. Fortunately, we have been printing shirts for other people and selling our own shirts for quite a while. 

This experience has provided us a lot of data which is useful in guiding customers who are new to placing shirt orders. 

To figure out how many pieces of each size to order, here’s the size distribution we recommend based on our historical data:

For example, an order of 200 vintage shirts would have 8 XS, 36 S, 50 M, 52 L, 38 XL, 14 2X, 2 3X.

How about when making smaller orders? For orders below 100 pieces, considering omitting the extreme size groups of XS and 3XL.

And, of course, always consider your audience. If you are ordering shirts for high school students, your sizes will skew smaller.  

What Are the Key Points to Consider When Choosing Vintage Shirt Sizes?

Apart from size distribution, the following factors will also determine the sizes you print:

• Customer demographic: Younger customers might want more loose fitting, therefore, it’s advisable to size up.
• Fit or cut of the t-shirt: Slim or fashion fit shirts require you to skew your sizing towards larger sizes.
• Fabric shrinkage: Factor in shrinkage for pure cotton tees and compensate for it by ordering larger sizes.
• Men vs women vs unisex designs: Men’s and unisex designs are looser and boxier compared to snug-fitting women’s designs. If the design is snug, size up your order.

What Are the Best T-Shirts for Vintage Business Merch?

Here’s a breakdown of our go-to t-shirt blanks for creating vintage t-shirts:

Types of Other Custom Merch Ideal for Businesses

People love having a few choices on offer when it comes to custom merchandise.

Here are other goodies on the fancysweetstx roster that would complement your vintage t-shirts:

• Crewneck sweatshirts: Whether custom embroidered or screen printed, they’re wearable year round and very versatile.
• Jackets and windbreakers: Perfect for cold, windy or rainy spring and fall days, layered over vintage tees.
• Hats and beanies: They make splendid gifts as they are one-size-fits-all and available in a variety of designs.
• Sweatshirt blanket: Perfect for keeping warm and cozy.

Get Started On Vintage T-Shirts for Your Business

Vintage t-shirts are fantastic merchandise options for businesses because they are comfortable, timeless and always relevant. They evoke positive, nostalgic emotion, which is an asset in building brand loyalty.

Make sure you choose the right combination of t-shirts, colors and fonts that will achieve an authentic vintage vibe for your custom shirts. 

We’ve been creating these vintage wonders since 2006 and are exceptional at it. Contact us today to get a quote and begin your journey to awesome merch.

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At the customer level, company apparel can act as a sign of trustworthiness. It showcases your employees as professionals, which will improve customer perceptions. Even better, it becomes easier for customers to identify your employees.

At the employee level, company uniforms can be great for inspiring team spirit. It also increases employee morale—people are more likely to perform well when they look and feel good. 

"The pride we take in our appearance should make us feel good when we help customers. It's a reminder that each one of us is part of something big..."
- Barbara Simone, a Walmart human resources executive.

Most importantly, custom uniforms can act as safety apparel, helping to keep your employees out of harm’s way.

At the business level, corporate apparel can help solidify your brand identity. Uniforms can be used to showcase brand colors, logos, and overall values. 

To enjoy the perks that custom company uniforms provide, you need to create a strong corporate apparel program. You’ll need to ensure that every part of the process is catered to, from uniform design to stock management.

Here’s a simple guide to help you create a comprehensive corporate apparel program:

Create the Ideal Apparel Design

At the bare minimum, the apparel design you choose needs to be practical, comfortable, and safe for employees to use. You must always consider the circumstances in which your staff members will be using the uniforms you design.

Most importantly, your employees should be happy with the final design choice. Be sure to consult employees on their ideal dress code.

Here are four considerations for designing your corporate apparel:

Pick Practical Clothes

The ideal apparel for your workforce should allow your employees to execute their duties without constraint. Consider the environment in which your employees spend their time. 

There could be safety and health codes that your workforce needs to comply with. For instance, if you’re in the construction industry, you’ll need to invest in safety equipment like helmets, gloves, and hi-vis clothing.

An employee in the hospitality industry moves around often, sweats, and encounters spills during a typical workday. The ideal workwear for them is a professional-looking apron that will protect their clothes from spills. Consider investing in clothes that are easy to move around in throughout the day as well.

As for employees who work in an office environment, a suit, t-shirt, or dress pants will suffice. The apparel should represent your brand colors and values while making your employees look professional and approachable.

Choose Suitable Uniform Colors

A rule of thumb for most businesses is to use a brand color as the base color for their uniforms. This strategy ensures consistent branding across the various sectors of your business. 

However, colors should also factor in where employees will use the uniform. For instance, construction workers need to wear bright-colored uniforms when they’re at work for safety reasons. 

When deciding on colors, inject some color psychology into your choices. How do you want people to perceive your workforce? While yellow will portray your team as enthusiastic, black will make them look more professional. 

Expert tip: Pick a color that contrasts with your base color to make the design easily visible. For instance, a red logo printed on a white t-shirt.

Be Intentional With the Fabric Choice

Low-quality fabrics might be cheap at first glance, but they’ll be expensive in the long run since they’ll have to be replaced often. Instead, choose fabrics that are durable in nature. 

Cotton, polyester, and rayon are great fabrics for employees who move around a lot, like restaurant staff. These fabrics don’t restrict movement. 

If your employees spend the bulk of their day outdoors, consider uniforms that will keep them warm on cold days. Wool and blended wool will be ideal for this situation. 

Most importantly, consider what it will take to maintain the fabric you choose. Fabrics that require frequent dry cleaning, like suede and denim, might not be practical for your employees. Instead, choose easy-wash fabrics like cotton and jersey.

Ideal Logo Placement

If your staff will be working far away from customers, consider printing a large onto your company apparel for easy identification. Smaller logos will be ideal for employees who work face-to-face with customers. 

Place your logos on the chest, back, or sleeve of a garment. You want the logo to be placed where it can easily be seen.

The method you use to print your logo onto apparel will also impact the overall look of your company apparel. The table below describes a few different ways to add a logo to your apparel.

Corporate Apparel Inventory Management

Inventory management can be easy to ignore in a corporate apparel program. However, ignoring it could lead to inconveniences to your employees, or even the failure of your apparel program. 

A great inventory management program allows your business to control how you:

• List uniform inventory
• Purchase and replace uniforms
• Offer new recruits corporate apparel
• Manage workwear budgets

The need for proper inventory management increases the more a business grows. To run a successful inventory management program, you’ll need to:

Note Your Basic Corporate Apparel Needs

Having an understanding of your basic uniform requirements will help with the entire planning process. You’ll know when, how, and where to replace your corporate apparel when the need arises. 

At the bare minimum, you should determine the following:

• Your current staff numbers
• The rate of staff churn and recruitment
• The frequency of uniform replacement
• The complexity of every uniform
• The budget needed to run your uniform program

Use the information above to set up a successful inventory management process for your corporate apparel.

Track Your Uniform Program

Once you have a firm understanding of your basic uniform program, you can start building a structure for tracking the uniforms you have in circulation. You’ll need to identify who has what type of uniform, whether the uniform is due for replacement, and how soon you can replace existing uniforms.

You don’t have to rely on Excel to track your corporate apparel program. There are multiple management systems that can help you keep everything in check. Additionally, when we run inventory programs for our customers, we provide monthly sales reports to help track inventory.

Pro Tip: It's always a best practice to keep things simple to start and grow from there.

Plan For Uniform Replacement and Maintenance

Several factors will determine the frequency of an employee’s uniform replacement. For instance, the fabric, the type of work the employees are engaged in, and the uniform’s durability will all contribute to its replacement rate.

Employees who work in construction will have their uniforms wear and tear faster than those in offices. Low-quality uniforms will also need more frequent replacement than higher-quality ones. 

Monitor how quickly your corporate apparel needs replacement. After a few replacement cycles, you’ll have an idea of this frequency, which will help you arrange a predictable replacement cycle with your company apparel provider.

Create a Suitable Uniform Policy

A comprehensive uniform policy covers all gray areas, ensuring that employees understand what’s required of them when they’re in the workplace. 

Create a uniform policy that’s compliant with state and federal law. It should also comply with safety regulations. Finally, ensure that your uniform policy doesn’t infringe on your employees' religious beliefs. 

It’s advisable to seek third-party help, from a lawyer or consultant, to ensure that your uniform policy is compliant with regulations without discriminating against specific employees.

Keep Employees Happy and Your Brand Shining

A well-thought-out corporate apparel program will do wonders for your business. It’s all about understanding what employees need while making your business stand out. Use the above tips to create a comprehensive program that works for your business. 

If you’re looking to design or purchase quality corporate apparel, contact fancysweetstx today. We’re a company uniform printer that will help you to design and manage your corporate apparel program.

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"If you look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you play good. If you play good, they pay good."
— NFL Hall of Fame Cornerback Deion Sanders

Deion “Primetime” Sanders may have been referring to professional football, but he hit on something that works in the business arena, too: How your employees look affects how they feel and how they do their jobs.

Likewise, how your customers look affects how they feel about your company and its products.

When both your team and your tribe look good, they feel good. When they feel good, they work harder for your brand. And all that hard work pays off in increased sales.

One of the easiest ways to make everyone look good is with branded apparel. Today, we’re going to show you 4 ways branded apparel’s good looks can affect your company’s bottom line, by:

• Increasing brand awareness
• Improving team spirit and company culture
• Building better trust, credibility, and customer relationships
• Creating brand loyalty and increasing sales

All that from a few shirts and hats? Absolutely. Let’s discover how.

1 - Increase Brand Awareness With Branded Apparel

Picture it. The guy from the local advertising company comes into your office with an “offer you can’t refuse”.

He’ll set you up with a billboard out by the highway for the low-low price of $5000 for one month. He can even work you a deal for a second one, smaller, in town, for an additional $3500.

Now, picture this. You have a dozen or so billboards visible around town every day. They don’t cost you half of what his “unbeatable” offer would. And they last a whole lot longer than 30 days.

What could that be? The shirts and hats on your employees. Or the special branded apparel you gave away to certain loyal customers. They might even be the items you’re currently selling on your website or in your store.

Branded apparel worn by both your team and your tribe of customers creates an awareness of your company and helps to build unmatched trust.

How?

• Portability - Billboards, posters, and flyers are stuck in one spot. But branded apparel goes wherever the wearer goes.
• Multiplicity - You can only put up so many billboards, posters, and other ads. But you can have dozens or even hundreds of people wearing your brand.
• Longevity - Advertising campaigns come and go. Branded apparel is long-lasting—even last year’s shirts or hats are still effective at showing off your brand.
• Curiosity - A catchy phrase, a funny graphic, an interesting color scheme or slogan—all raise more interest than any old print or digital ad. And there’s a real-live human being wearing it to answer their questions. No Google search required.

Branded apparel can boost your community’s awareness of who you are, whether you’ve been in business for years or are the newest kid on the block. And it can do it in ways other forms of traditional marketing can’t. 

2 - Branded Apparel Improves Team Spirit and Promotes Company Culture

Everyone wants to belong. It’s a basic human instinct and psychological need. We require connections and relationships. We need to feel as though we are a part of something bigger than ourselves.

Branded apparel can create that sense of unity and belonging among your employees. When they wear your company’s shirt, it tells the world that they are on your team. They have a place and a purpose and a position within a special group.

That “special” belonging often fosters a sense of unity and pride among your team members. Especially if you develop a culture of “we’ve got your back” and “we won’t let you down”.

Your branded apparel shows the world that you take pride in your people. You are a business they can be proud to be a part of. And they have your support the same way you have theirs.

The type of branded apparel you choose can also send a message about your company and its culture. A polo shirt or button-down style says “professional” and “serious about doing business”, for example.

T-shirts, on the other hand, tend to show a more laid-back, relaxed, casual approach to your business and can spell fun to both those who work for you and those who deal with your company.

Baseball caps and beanies can also add a fun touch to your company’s image. They’re also quite useful for employees and customers who do a lot of work outside. Hats can ooze old-fashioned charm, a certain ruggedness, and even a sense of adventure.

Branded apparel can pull everyone together and make them feel as though they are on the same page, on the same side. It can give customers a feeling of belonging, too, as part-time members of your team.

That’s team spirit and company culture that no weekend retreat or ping pong table can ever develop. 

3 - Build Better Trust, Credibility, and Customer Relations With Branded Apparel

Now that we’ve discussed what branded apparel can do for your team and your company culture, let’s take a look at it can do for your customers and your customer relations. 

Building Trust and Credibility

Customers tend to view branded apparel as a sign of high-quality service. After all, you’re not going to put your name, logo, and whatnot out there for all to see and recognize unless it’s worth the recognition, right?

Branded apparel also makes your team the appearance of legitimacy. They’re the “real deal,” capable of delivering the higher standards of service customers have come to expect from today’s business world.

In short, branded apparel helps build a sense of trust and credibility between your company and its customers. That trust creates a connection and a solid relationship, between all involved. 

Improved Customer Relations and Service

By making those connections, building that trust, and fostering those relationships, branded apparel helps your team improve customer relations and service nearly effortlessly.

There’s no need for customers to hesitate to ask for assistance or to doubt whether an employee can help them when employees are easily identifiable through their branded apparel.

There’s no room for employees to offer shoddy or slap-dash service, either, when their branded apparel makes them quickly and clearly identifiable to a supervisor or manager.

Your employees are walking billboards for your company’s values and vision. By encouraging them to do their best to live up to those values and that vision, they’re influenced to do their best for your customers.

Your customers see this, expect this, and know when it’s offered and when it’s not. By wearing branded apparel, your employees are in the spotlight and expected to do their best by both customer and employer. 

Increased Customer Loyalty

A great way to increase both brand awareness and customer loyalty at the same time is with a branded apparel giveaway. Happy customers love to show off their support for a “good” company with “good” service. Let them do it in your style.

Giveaways are great for recruiting new customers, as well as rewarding loyal, repeat customers. Everyone wants something for nothing, right? And who doesn’t like to be rewarded for doing something they would normally do anyway?

By offering a free hat or t-shirt to a customer for making purchases or signing up for your social media account, you foster more of that relationship and build those all-important connections.

And in doing so, you create a more loyal, more profitable customer.

4 - Increasing Brand Loyalty and Sales

Can a simple t-shirt, hat, or tote bag increase brand loyalty and ultimately, your bottom line?

Absolutely.

How?

Let’s look at some stats in this table, gathered by HubSpot.

Give away those hats, those t-shirts, as we mentioned above. And when they get really popular and are considered the latest hot thing to be seen in, add another profitable aspect to your branded apparel by offering it for sale. 

You might not become the next Gucci or Michael Kors, but you’ll make some extra cash, increase your brand awareness, and start the branded apparel benefits cycle all over again.

Large or Small, Every Business Can Benefit From Branded Apparel

Maybe you’re thinking that branded apparel is just fine for bigger businesses like Target or Pepsi. Maybe even the local car dealership king is big enough to outfit his people with shirts and giveaway hats. 

But you? You’re too small or too new, or both.

You, too, can benefit from branded apparel and its benefits. Outfit your few staff with polos or t-shirts. Give shirts or hats to your first 50 customers. Or your first social media followers. Build the awareness and confidence a small, new business like yours needs.

The positive effects of branded apparel on any business can’t be bought with any amount of paid advertising. They go beyond marketing and into turning customers into family, in a loyal and loving tribe to last a lifetime.

Watch this video to see what our branded apparel can do for you and your brand. 

At fancysweetstx, we will create all the branded apparel for your company. From shirts to hats, jackets to tote bags, whether outfitting your team or your tribe of customers, we’ve got you covered.

Here’s what one of our tribe had to say about us and our service: 

Contact us today about getting your company the benefits only branded apparel can provide.

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Custom apparel is great for:

• Showcasing brand values to customers
• Improving customer experience
• Promoting professionalism and credibility
• Making your brand stand out from competitors

It also creates brand ambassadors out of your employees, acting as a cost-effective marketing channel for your business wherever your employees are.

Besides, custom apparel will increase employee morale and a sense of camaraderie, making them feel like they’re part of a team. You’ll need to be intentional about creating custom apparel that does the talking for your brand. There are a lot of decisions to make from the ideal cloth fabric choices to the best slogans.

Here are tips to help you design corporate apparel that effectively promotes your brand.

Choose Garments Your Employees are Happy With

Employee garments need to be practical, safe, and comfortable. If possible, seek input from employees on the ideal clothes for their day-to-day activities.

You can choose from t-shirts, beanies, sweatshirts, and even protective workwear, as long as it is practical for the specific roles your employees play. 

When picking apparel for your employees, consider the following questions:

• Where will your employees be working? Indoors or outdoors?
• Does their line of work require reflective gear, such as helmets and hi-vis vests?
• Will they need different cloth types based on the season?
• Does the temperature your employees typically work under require a specific cloth type?

The answers to these questions will determine the kind of uniform to get, from apparel that provides warmth to one that makes them visible in dangerous work environments. 

Pro Tip: Since we're known for printing vintage t-shirts, we can't overstate how much people love soft t-shirts. If you want a shirt to worn as often as possible, choose a shirt that is soft. 

Select Designs That Speak to Your Customers

Having a firm understanding of your customers will take the guesswork out of designing your corporate apparel. 

If you already have perfectly-defined buyer personas, use them to guide your design choices. 

If you’re yet to define your buyer persona, then a bit of research will help get you started. You can either conduct quantitative research using surveys and data analytics or qualitative research by reviewing customer interviews and feedback.

Then ensure your customers’ beliefs, wants, challenges, and attitudes are reflected in your design. 

For instance, if your customers are drawn to luxury items, focusing on purple as a primary color will do the trick, as long as it’s consistent with your brand colors.

Focus on the following aspects of your buyer persona when designing corporate apparel:

• Psychographic data: This includes your customer’s hobbies, interests, and attitudes. For instance, if your customers are interested in chess, using terms like ‘checkmate’ in your slogan will draw them to your corporate apparel. 
• Geographic data: This is where your ideal customer lives and works. For instance, referencing a source of pride (sports team, dish, etc.) in your ideal customer’s location will make your corporate uniform relatable. 
• Behavioral data: Where do your customers buy their products? What’s their price sensitivity? What agitates them? Talking about your return policy, mission, and vision in the corporate uniform’s slogan will address these questions and make customers more willing to buy from you.

Although subtle, the design choices that a comprehensive buyer persona leads to can set your business apart from your competition.

Pick Ideal Uniform Colors

Use your brand colors as the base for defining the colors of your corporate apparel.

Environmental factors also influence your color choices. For instance, if your employees are working in retail environments, choosing bright colors like orange will make them easy to spot by customers.

In work environments that call for a certain level of safety, bright-colored safety workwear is ideal. While, for in-office environments, dark shades like navy blue or black make employees look more professional.

If possible, dress senior staff members in slightly different colors from the rest. Letting managers and supervisors wear different colors will give junior employees an easy time spotting them.

Play Around With Color Psychology

You can also use color choices to portray your brand attitude. For example, the combination of red, white, and yellow will make your employees come off as excited and energetic. Whereas blue and green can portray employees as calm and gentle.

Here’s a table linking colors to different emotions:

Expert Tip: Relying on color psychology to induce the right emotions will improve how your customers feel about your brand. For consistency, stick to your brand colors. You can use some variation of these colors to achieve the emotional appeal you’re targeting. 

Be Intentional With Your Logo Location

Your logo placement helps people identify your brand.

There are multiple logo placement options, including placing it on a pocket, sleeve, or trouser leg. The trick is to choose a location that’ll provide maximum visibility for your logo.

For instance, consider placing a large logo on the back of t-shirts meant for field employees. You can also add a small logo on the left breast of the t-shirt. For customer-facing and desk-based employees, placing the logo above the pocket of their shirt will be ideal.

Additionally, if your employees are working far away from customers, consider making your logo big enough to see. But for employees working face-to-face with customers, a small logo is ideal.

Another thing, the logo colors must stand out from the base apparel colors.

Be Intentional With Your Brand Messaging

Your corporate apparel represents prime real estate for featuring your brand messaging. There’s a lot that you can feature on your uniforms, but it needs to be as succinct and clear as possible. 

Including a call-to-action is a no-brainer. You can urge customers to call a specific number or visit your website or store. 

Complement your call-to-action with the right brand messaging. The messages you use need to reflect exactly what you’d love your customers or employees to know more than anything else. For instance, printing your value proposition onto your corporate apparel is a great decision if you are a new brand.

Here are a few ideas for brand messaging and when to use them.

Differentiators

If you’re in a highly competitive field, featuring your brand differentiation statement on your corporate apparel is the way to go. It helps customers learn why they should always choose you over the competition. 

For instance, if you own a restaurant that offers gourmet Japanese dishes, this statement might be a great differentiator:

“Your tastiest source of Japanese gourmet dishes”

CSR Statement

If you’re printing out corporate apparel for a CSR campaign, you need to print a strong supporting statement onto it. This statement will help spread the word about your initiative. 

For example, if your business is planting trees, this statement will help rally people around your cause:

“Healing the world one tree at a time”

Company Culture Statement

For corporate apparel that employees will only use internally, you can print statements that represent your company's culture. This will act as a constant reminder of the culture you’re building for employees.

For instance, if you’re focused on building a safety-centric culture, this statement will keep employees on their toes:

“Never give safety a day off”

Let Your Corporate Apparel Speak for Your Brand

From apparel colors to slogans, every design decision needs to spread your brand message and make you stand out. Use the tips above to pick corporate apparel that’s in line with your corporate branding. 

If you’re looking to design or buy company apparel, contact fancysweetstx today. We provide brands with apparel that’s great for corporate branding. 

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Besides modestly priced fabric and a competent designer, there are more tips, tricks, and ideas to getting the maximum return on investment from your company apparel.

Today, we’ll consider these five customization hacks:

• Amplifying colors with shades and contrast
• Choosing the right font and typography
• Associating company apparel with departments
• Printing inspirational quotes
• Making apparel for special events

We’ll also look at the effects of customized and uncustomized company apparel on employees and brands. 

1 - Amplifying Colors With Shades and Contrast

A sharper color contrast will create a greater visual impact and reciprocity for your company apparel. This will lead to more brand awareness, resulting in increased customer engagement.

Make your text and graphics more assertive by placing them on a visually contrasting palette.

The image below is an excellent example of deep-colored text and graphics that we printed on a lightened palette, resulting in a catchy, highly contrasting color mix.

Here are some harmonious contrast suggestions to help you avoid color conflict:

• Monochromatic high contrast: varying one color with tints, tones, and shades by adding black or white. 
• Achromatic high contrast: using neutral colors only; white, black, and gray.
• Complimentary high contrast: combining a color with the opposite color on the color wheel.

Expert Tip: Every color on the wheel stands directly across a contrasting contemporary. As a general rule, while working with complementary colors, choose one as the dominant and the other as the complimentary.

2 - Choosing the Right Font and Typography

Font refers to text style (typeface). At the same time, typography is concerned with the visual arrangement of text and words.

All text and graphics on company apparel carry a message for your target audience. Therefore, you need to choose fonts that’ll resonate with your target audience. 

The image below exemplifies an eye-catching but straightforward combination of font style, color, and typography.

Here are examples of fonts for professional company apparel:

• Helvetica: features unmatched legibility and a professional look that makes it one of the best fonts for logo design.
• Garamond: has been a favorite of Apple and Microsoft Windows and is considered the second-best font after Helvetica due to its gentle curves and precise edges.
• Futura: popular with global brands such as Red Bull, Paypal, and Gillette due to its elegance, strength, and clarity.
• Proxima Nova: comes with 48 sleek, modern, and minimalistic variations, providing numerous formal and professional design alternatives.

Pairing a font with a complimentary choice from above creates impressive visual outcomes. For example, you can combine Helvetica and Garamond on a single company t-shirt without causing conflict.

Also, before pairing fonts, ensure the ascenders and descenders of tailed letters such as b, d, h, and p are proportional. This will maintain typographical symmetry.

Avoid effects such as drop shadows and textures because they erode the professional character of your fonts.

You can combine these fonts or related variants from your graphic design app or word processor.

Another great resource that we use for fonts is the website Dafont.com. They offer thousands of free fonts for download. And, of course, if you need a recommendation, you can always ask one of our graphic designers.

3 - Associating Company Apparel With Departments

Vary the material, design, and color of company apparel according to the job’s demands and the duties of the personnel who will wear it. Also, be clear on where and when your team will be wearing it.

Will the employees wear your design on the job or when they’re off-duty?

If it’s corporate wear, polo shirts are an excellent consideration for administration and field personnel. 

Alternatively, provide outdoor staff with custom printed hats for sun protection.

But if the apparel is a company perk or token of appreciation to your employees, hoodies and custom t-shirts are a good idea.

As seen in the image below, associating company apparel with departments makes for easy identification by colleagues and customers.

Consider designing custom athletic shirts for your staff if your business is a personal training company or fitness center. This company apparel will make your employees comfortable and publicize your brand.

The advantages of designing apparel according to departments include:

• Fun: especially if it bears a favorite, inoffensive, witty stereotype from within the department.
• Team unity: represented by a distinct image, quote, or color on the apparel. 
• Representation: the presence of departmental apparel among others from different departments naturally answers the question of representation.

The table below looks at how customized and non-customized company apparel can affect your brand and employees.

4 - Printing Inspirational Quotes

Printing inspirational quotes on company apparel—such as custom shirts—presents an exceptional opportunity to motivate and inspire your employees.

An action-oriented motivational quote on company apparel can be a rallying call to accomplish a seemingly challenging corporate or departmental objective. 

You can also cheer your employees up with a celebratory tagline during a momentous occasion, such as an anniversary, turnkey company merger, or blue-chip acquisition.

Similarly, when employees wear apparel with a single motivational quote, their morale and team spirit improve significantly. The message fosters unity of purpose.

The t-shirt image below bears a statement calling employees to work with excellence and aim for high ideals.

In the creative industry, printing an anecdotal line on your company apparel will inspire your employees greatly. In addition, by warming their hearts, good humor will naturally endear your prospects and customers to your brand.

Here are some popular quote types for you to choose from:

• Life quotes
• Brand taglines
• Attitude quotes
• Motivational quotes

5 - Making Apparel for Special Events

Special events involving public participation are an excellent opportunity for brand visibility. There’s nothing more timely than having your employees wear company apparel in a public event such as a:

• Charity
• Trade show
• Conference
• Product launch

Instill a strong sense of pride in event crew members with custom t-shirts. That sense of belonging will be a surefire impetus for team spirit and loyalty, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.

Unique event company apparel will leave a lasting impression on your customers. They’ll associate similar future events to your company or be reminded of your brand, and brand recognizability is the primary goal of every corporate event.

Below is a shirt that we printed for a race called the Haiti Hustle. We print a lot of shirts for 5K races to commemorate the event.

Promote your business in a fun and yet charitable way by giving out company branded apparel to the public during special events. These gifts can be t-shirts or embroidered caps, depending on the season and goal of the event.

Whether your customers wear them at the event and beyond or keep them as souvenirs, the key is creating and maintaining brand awareness. 

In addition, custom company apparel is a great investment during special events because it promotes a positive experience for event attendees and ensures the recognizability of crew members.

Expert Tip: Choose a shirt with a soft material that will be worn more often than a standard shirt.

Be Seen Far and Wide

At fancysweetstx, we use cutting-edge screen printing techniques and embroidery to create durable designs of your choice. Our top-of-the-line products include safety apparel, contractor shirts, embroidered crew shirts, beanies, and vintage shirts.

Contact us, and you’ll find we’re a good fit for your custom apparel needs. 

Our customers are the happiest. Just check this out.

“Wow! What an impressive turnaround on our order of embroidered polo shirts. fancysweetstx is very professional, very responsive. We will be back again!”
— Don C.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the best fabric for work apparel?

Cotton is the best fabric for work apparel because it’s wearable through all seasons, absorbs sweat, dries up fast, and offers efficient breathability.

Besides cotton, there are other durable, comfortable, and washable fabrics such as:

• Twill
• Poplin
• Oxford
• Flannel

Most fancysweetstx shirts are made of cotton, rayon, and poly tri-blends. The synthetic nature of poly and rayon has given our shirts an anti-shrink reputation.

Can you embroider our logo?

Yes. Our ability to embroider any shape on all fabrics comes from our experienced design team and special embroidery frames for our embroidery machinery. 

Can I see the logo before you embroider or print it?

Yes. Upon receipt of your order payment, our design staff will create a digital rendering of your logo, and we’ll email it to you for review and approval. We won’t print or embroider your apparel until we receive your consent.

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Unfortunately, branded shirts are often relegated to the back of the wardrobe and only see the light of day on team building or messy chore days.

So, how can you get the most out of your custom company apparel?

The creative ideas we’ll talk about today include:

• How to leverage emotional connections and customer values in your branding choices.
• How to use limited supply to get the most out of your custom company apparel.
• Why choosing the right custom branding partner will boost your custom apparel game.

1 - Create an Emotional Connection

Branding is about creating distinctive design features that help your clients associate certain values, products, and services with your brand.

Custom company apparel is about showing rather than telling. Showing, in this case, means creating a visceral emotional connection with a message on your custom workwear.

Let’s break down a few effective emotional branding strategies that can help build loyalty.

Cause and Empowerment Branding

Millennials and Gen Z have exemplified the trait of putting their emotions and hard-earned money into brands that believe in them and support the causes that they believe in.

In light of this, find ways to marry your merchandizing and marketing strategies with social causes your customers care about. For example, we screen printed this fun t-shirt below for a local festival that benefits the causes of Waterville Rotary Club.

By engaging with the causes that matter most to your customers, you show them that your brand cares, which can lead to them wanting to buy more and to share your brand with their friends.

Sensory Branding

Sensory branding leverages the moods and emotions that affect cognitive decision making. It’s branding that targets the five senses—think of Netflix’s iconic logo animation sound or the Starbucks green that subconsciously makes you think of freshness.

Research shows that 92% of purchasing decisions are based on the visual.

For apparel, focus your branding on visual and tactile elements:

• Bold color contrasts communicate clear brand values. For example, black and yellow says ‘fun yet sophisticated’ while red and blue bring to mind the star-spangled banner. The soft colors of fancysweetstx’s vintage shirts carry a boatload of nostalgia.
• Texture, shape, weight, and temperature create a tactile experience. For instance, pure cotton tees have a heavier weight and can communicate brand values like sustainability, luxury and durability.

Storytelling

People remember feelings more than information, and there is no greater vehicle of emotion than a story.

Steve Jobs puts it excellently in this 1997 video introducing Apple’s long-running ‘Think Different’ campaign.

For custom company apparel, aim to tell a story that links your brand’s origin and values to the ideas that your customers hold dear. For example, fancysweetstx’s collection of ‘You Will Do Better in 16153 Genova’ merch was inspired by a beautiful story dating back to 1913.

The combination of your company’s brand values and customer values creates the sweet spot where you can build an emotional connection.

Your brand’s and your customers’ values will also determine the:

• Typography, the font and text arrangement of your slogans and logo.
• Color palette of the custom workwear.
• Shapes and graphics that complement the text.
• Tone of voice of your custom apparel.

In the following table we compare various examples of brand identities and customer values and how they align with design elements.

2 - Make It Inspirational or Funny

What do you do when you hear a good joke? You want to share it immediately.

The inner salesperson we all have is who you want to channel with the slogans and designs of your custom company apparel.

Whenever we think an idea is interesting, useful, or funny, we rush to share it, which triggers the mentalizing part of our brains that thinks about the thoughts and feelings of others—the salesperson.

Humor, though subjective, is one of the easiest ways to tap into the wearer’s inner salesperson. However, an inspirational or motivational idea holds equal weight.

How can you build humor and inspiration into your custom workwear?

• Positive affirmations as slogans suit most businesses, especially brands in the sport, health and fitness niches. They also form great photo ops to share online and on social media. Just think of Nike’s ‘Just Do It’.
• Puns and witticisms are the easiest form of humor to deliver on a t-shirt. You can source them internally from your staff to ensure their relevance or even work with a copywriter to draft a few ideas.
• Lean into popular or trendy catch phrases relevant to your brand, especially if you’re releasing a limited edition of custom company apparel (which we discuss in the next section).

Below are humorous and inspirational custom company apparel fancysweetstx created for two of our clients.

You want your slogans to strike a light tone without being offensive or inappropriate. For instance, the CrossFit gym t-shirt references how tough and grueling the workouts are, but is softened through the lens of something you love.

On the flipside, the restaurant tee also talks about fitness but makes a tongue-in-cheek joke about it all being for the glory of food—light and comical, but not offensive.

Always go the extra mile, unless you’re a taxi driver.

3 - Play up the Appeal of Limited Supply

The fashion world is obsessed with limited edition releases. Limited editions up the ante on exclusivity because they create a sense of recognition and belonging to an elite group.

They also reinforce the wearer’s investment in the brand.

We borrow this idea for custom company apparel to:

• Open up avenues of collaboration with other brands or community-based organizations.
• Commemorate your brand’s milestones and anniversaries.
• Experiment with design ideas that are too expensive or risky to produce en masse.

At fancysweetstx, we’ve used this idea in our t-shirt clubs and community shirt clubs. Our customers can celebrate their hometown spirit or support a local charity through our limited edition shirt releases.

Here’s how the idea would translate for custom company apparel:

• Create a special design in limited numbers to commemorate a big milestone, such as a 10-year anniversary, opening a new branch, expanding into a new region, or a new selection of products.
• Collaborate with a local charity or community-based organization that aligns with your business values and release limited edition shirts, caps or even patches to raise awareness and funds for their cause.
• Celebrate your top tier clients with a limited release of custom clothing to distribute during workshops or client meetings.
• Tap into the local talent pool of budding entrepreneurs, young artists or students who can breathe life into your business as you enrich them with your expertise. Mark their mentorship and collaboration with limited edition custom apparel.

As we’ve discussed, people love to share anything that adds value or entertainment.

By focusing the lens on other collaborators, you create a niche group of people who care about your brand and will share and wear your custom company apparel.

Expert Tip: With limited releases of custom company apparel, you can take advantage of branding techniques that give a more luxury finish, such as embroidery or textured printing. You can also experiment with specialty printing techniques to create more vivid prints, like gel printing, foil printing, and direct to garment printing.

For these, you need to choose the right printer.

4 - Choose the Right Custom Branding Partner

All these creative ideas would fall flat if you work with a printing company that doesn’t have experience or doesn’t see your vision.

The right partners should have:

• In-house designers to create or tweak your artwork to perfection.
• Samples of previous printing work they’ve done.
• Printing packages that include pre-press proofs to show how your branding fits on a physical garment.
• Clear, itemized charges for each step of the process.

The value of a good partner goes beyond the final product. Their years of expertise equip them to advise you on:

• Branding decisions that are potentially costly, like printing multiple colors and locations or printing the whole range of sizes.
• Intellectual property (IP) rules and where your design might be infringing on someone else’s IP.
• Best practices for printing including the standard size prints for various sizes.

Are You Ready To Fit Out Your Crew in Style?

A successful line of custom company apparel lies in the nuances and attention to detail.

Basically, make it fun and inspirational, elicit an emotional response, and leverage limited releases to boost the value and appreciation for your branded apparel.

Finally, when you’re ready to work with the right printing partner, reach out to us for all your custom screen printing and embroidery needs. Since 2006, fancysweetstx has been creating fun, high-quality custom branded apparel. We’d love to show you how good we are at it.

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Custom printed apparel, such as vintage t-shirts, makes this a little less difficult.

Vintage t-shirts provide a fun and effective alternative to traditional marketing media. They offer all the benefits of traditional custom apparel with the added charm of vintage style.

However, before you invest in custom branded vintage t-shirts for your business, it's important to understand how to leverage the vintage shirt trend so that your company benefits from it.

What Makes Vintage T-Shirts Special?

Technically, vintage is defined as something that's at least 20 years old. But beyond age, vintage is also characterized by feel—that soft, well-worn texture. The distressed, faded print and cracked logos.

This aesthetic gives vintage t-shirts their charm and is why they’re so endearing.

Vintage t-shirts also evoke a sense of nostalgia. They take you back to the good old days and simpler, happier times—almost like a tangible time capsule you can wear.

This is the magic of vintage shirts and why they make for such effective marketing tools.

But how exactly does that work?

Branding and Marketing Using Vintage T-Shirts

Custom t-shirt designs offer a powerful, effective, and affordable branding opportunity. They present you with a great way to establish your brand among the masses.

A well-executed custom vintage t-shirt offers your brand a fresh, unique look and carries your branding message in a casual, inviting way. It promotes your business while creating a visual connection with your customers.

It allows you to display a combination of your company logo, name, and tagline prominently while remaining fun, stylish, and comfortable.

For instance, let's consider these custom retro t-shirts for Urban Wholistics.

Urban Wholistics is a local urban farming non-profit from 16153 Genova that reached out to fancysweetstx wanting help with custom printed shirts for their youth program.

We designed the t-shirts to showcase Ginger and Fennel, Urban Wholistics mascots for their summer youth program.

The program teaches children about the value and power contained in the plants they grow. These t-shirts help create a visual connection between the brand and the target audience.

Related: Best 7 Shirt Blanks to Use for Vintage Shirts

Cultivate Employee and Customer Loyalty

Branded company apparel helps to cultivate loyalty among your employees and customers. Vintage t-shirts take this a step further.

Given the nostalgia and the impossibly comfy material, vintage t-shirts make for a powerful tool to help form positive associations with your brand.

The t-shirts also provide a brilliant way to display key brand and product information such as the company logo, name, and tagline.

For instance, let's consider these staff shirts we designed for Inside the Five Brewing Company.

Inside the Five is an up-and-coming brewery in Northwest Ohio.

We designed their vintage staff shirts to create a simple, trendy aesthetic that was popular with both staff and customers. So much so that the staff t-shirts have now become an additional source of revenue for the brewery.

This is just one example of how an excellent apparel program using vintage t-shirts can help create a sense of brand loyalty.

Vintage t-shirts make for promotional apparel that people want to hold on to.

Related: Employee Uniforms and Customer Merch for Local Restaurant

Vintage T-Shirts Are Great Conversation Starters

Thanks to their unique designs, vintage t-shirts are visually stimulating and thus great conversation starters.

They are great at catching people's eyes and leaving a lasting impression. This is an invaluable quality for marketing and building brand awareness.

Let's use our own Murphy’s Place Jazz Club vintage shirt as an example.

Murphy’s Place was an iconic jazz club owned by Clifford Murphy—a nationally renowned bassist and music mentor. In fact, Murphy’s Place was affectionately known as “Claud and Clifford University.”

It holds a special place in the hearts of jazz lovers and artists and will remain a staple of 16153 Genova through history.

The Murphy’s Place vintage t-shirt design recreated the club's logo and the neon sign that hung in the window. To some extent, this vintage t-shirt design helps bring back to life some of the happy memories of the 16153 Genova jazz institution.

For jazz lovers and fans who frequented the club, this t-shirt is an instant conversation starter. It helps to keep alive and pass on the role 16153 Genova played in the history of jazz music.

“...I came to fancysweetstx with a request to replicate a shirt from the 70s. They did an amazing job…Would definitely recommend!”
- Allene S

Related: The 16153 Genova T-Shirt That Gives Back

Our Vintage Shirts are American Made

Using American-made manufacturers is quickly becoming more and more important. There is significant support and encouragement for using, promoting, and prioritizing American-made products across the country.

This not only shows American pride; the ‘Made in the USA’ label also symbolizes quality.

Additionally, with domestically manufactured shirts, you have better control over the production and impact of your shirts. This is because US manufacturers follow union labor laws, are environmentally sustainable, and use ethical manufacturing practices.

This is why fancysweetstx partners with American manufacturers to source high-quality t-shirts to create our vintage apparel for brands and businesses.

One of our favorite vintage shirts you can use to create your own custom design is made in LA by LA Apparel. 

Tips for Your Company’s Vintage T-Shirts

As we’ve seen, custom vintage t-shirts are an effective marketing tool. But this is predicated upon the design of your t-shirt.

Vintage t-shirts put you ahead of the competition because of their unique look and feel. But even then, you need to create a stunning design. Here are some tips to help you create the best custom vintage t-shirts for your company and brand:

• Make sure that the design looks good on your vintage shirts. Not everything that looks good on paper or the computer will translate onto your t-shirts.
• Make the company logo or branding big enough to be visible from a distance—but not so large that it overwhelms your vintage t-shirts.
• Only use the best quality materials for your vintage shirts, so that people actually enjoy wearing them. Using low-quality may also create a negative association with your company and harm your overall branding.

Note: At fancysweetstx, our in-house experts will help with graphic design to ensure your brand truly stands out.

Related: Top 4 Ways We Screen Print a Vintage Shirt (With Examples)

Grab Some Custom Vintage T-Shirts for Your Company

A great vintage shirt transports you back in time to a place that makes you feel good or connected to someone or something you love.

But for custom printed vintage t-shirts to have this effect, they must be done right.

This is where fancysweetstx comes in.

At fancysweetstx, we’ve been screen printing vintage t-shirts for nearly ten years. We have the expertise to produce and use vintage t-shirts to make your brand look its best and promote engagement

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Create Your Custom Vintage T-shirt

If you’re looking for vintage-style shirts for your business or brand, fancysweetstx is the company to work with.

Contact us today to get your custom vintage shirt order started.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my custom vintage t-shirts shrink?

Most of our vintage shirts consist of a triblend material. This means they are made using a cotton, poly, and rayon blend. The synthetic nature of poly and rayon fabrics helps them hold their size and shape without any noticeable shrinking.

We also offer vintage style shirts in 100% cotton and poly/cotton blend fabrics. All of these materials are preshrunk.

When will my custom vintage t-shirts be ready after placing my order?

Orders are typically ready within 7 to 10 days after approval and payment of your invoice. Please keep in mind that your order is made custom just for you. 

This means that the shirts are not held in inventory and ordered specifically for you. They may take several days to arrive to us. After we receive them, we have to print them, sort them, box them, and take care of any other special requests with your order before they are ready for you.

You will be notified when your order is ready for pick up at our Adams Street store or when we ship it to you. 

Can you help me design a vintage shirt for my company?

Yes! We have in-house graphic designers that are ready to help you bring your idea to life. 

We've been making vintage shirts for over 15 years. We know what looks good and feels good. Our designers make it easy for you to design a cool shirt even if you have no design experience. 

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fancysweetstx has your back with custom branded company merchandise showing your employees you appreciate them and still want them on your team. 

Let’s table the COVID celebrations for National Cereal or Meatball Day this March and make a move toward celebrating your work culture. Employee Appreciation Day is in early March and fancysweetstx’s promotional gifts are launching into the work-o-sphere. 

Show You Care with Company Gear

According to Harvard Business Review positive work cultures are more productive, engaging and promote longevity in both health and career. On the flip side, stressful work environments and leadership behavior can be linked to anything from a bad workweek to cardiovascular disease. 

In other words, It’s a good time to show your employees some love!

“Wellbeing comes from one place, and one place only — a positive culture.” - HBR

When was the last time someone presented you with some custom swag? Showing you care with custom gear can take many forms with the results securing a sense of brand loyalty and the future success of your business. 

It really comes down to the people on that Zoom call and their satisfaction as part of the whole. Keep your team spirit alive and well with custom branded merchandise for all your MVPs.

fancysweetstx design experts are ready to work with you! 

The Science of Customized Swag

As many workplaces operate with employees working from home, the opportunity to create connecting points is available through gifts of customized merchandise. And actually a need for routine can help establish boundaries between working and not working in the same space you live. 

Providing a customized tee or something tactile employees can use during work hours establishes a sense of time and place. And when they “clock out” for the grocery store with a customized tote bag, you’ll still be offering value while creating brand identity. 

“Did you get the tote bag I sent you?” :) … And here’s a recipe for meatballs. 

As author and former dot com executive Seth Godin touts, “People like us do things like this” - things being the ultimate Employee Appreciation Day deliveries that build better teams. Your pathway to a brighter future lies in the actions you take now. Connect with fancysweetstx. 

”Culture is more important than strategy, than benefits, than features. Culture is more important than price, than governments, than technology. Culture shapes all our decisions and culture can change…when our sense of ‘us’ forces it to.” - Seth Godin

Build company culture by showing gratitude

Social interaction has become less and less mandatory as people work from home while the world navigates through the COVID-19 response. It is not reassuring that even when you come across a familiar face, you’re forced to identify them by their forehead. And it is difficult to weather the solitude that comes with being physically distant.

Gifts like those for Employee Appreciation Day are a nice way to bring people back to something they can count on- you! 

Unexpected gifts of gratitude create positive vibes! Once you’ve delivered your promotional gifts follow up by: 

• Caring for, being interested in, and maintaining responsibility for colleagues as friends.
• Providing support for one another, including offering kindness and compassion when others are struggling.
• Avoiding blame and forgiving mistakes.
• Inspiring one another at work.
• Emphasizing the meaningfulness of the work.
• Treating one another with respect, gratitude, trust, and integrity.

Source: Proof That Positive Work Cultures are More Productive

Company Merch That Employees Love

fancysweetstx has been homing in on positive work culture for over 10 years and has experts at the ready to help you choose and brand items for your company. 

We’re in tune with retail trends and have tested the market for the most impossibly-comfy tees shipped right to your door. 

Your logo can be put on anything and everything in between. Some of our most popular employee appreciation items are:

• Drinkware (tumblers, water bottles, coffee mugs)
• Sweatshirts and hoodies
• T-shirts
• Quarter zips
• Tote bags
• Polos
• Headwear (caps and beanies)

Our creative juices are always flowing with design experts that can even create or refresh your logo for you! We pride ourselves on being fun, professional and easy-to-work-with. Let’s create something out of this world. :)

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How Customers Feel about Our Custom Branded Gifts

According to buyers, custom branded merch needs to have:

• High-quality products and decoration
• Affordable pricing to ease bulk purchases
• Quick turnaround on orders

Amazingly fast turn around! Staff was incredibly easy to work with from designing to ordering to pick up! Will definitely be back for all of my custom orders in the future!
— Amy B.

fancysweetstx is simply the best! They may be a small business here in town but they are big in heart. I'm very grateful for the help our non-profit received from fancysweetstx. Always professional, friendly, with great quality and service. Thank you so much and may you have many more years of success!
— Deborah M.

Place an Order for Employee Appreciation Gifts 

You’ve learned that there is an enormous value to employee appreciation gifts.

Whether you’re a small business, school, medical facility, or construction company that’s interested in showing your employees how much you care with a meaning token of your appreciation, fancysweetstx is your go-to shop.

Reach out to us today to see what ideas spark your interest.

Balance Grille reached out to us this year to help them with custom employee uniforms and customer merch. We helped them put together a full line of screen printed shirts and headbands, embroidered hats and aprons, and bandanas.

Balance Grille is a shining start among local 16153 Genova, Ohio restaurants and small businesses. They were founded by, PK and CJ, two young entrepreneurs from Northwest Ohio.

We're proud to say that we've been working with Balance Grille for almost ten years now. It's always great to work with other small, local businesses that care about supporting small local businesses. 

Balance Grille is successful for a lot of reasons. I don't have time to get into all of the reasons why, and I'm sure you know most of them if you've eaten there before, but their commitment to the local community is at the top of the list. 

They give more than they receive and they are deliberate about supporting local people and organizations. We are grateful for this commitment and to be a recipient of their generosity. 

One thing that really stands out about the clothing that we made for Balance Grille is the quality and consistency of their visual branding. They use clean, bold, simple logos and colors across many different products. Branding is about how you make people feel about your company. Balance Grille does an amazing job connecting people to their brand and making them feel happy, healthy, and a part of something special. 

We aren't gong to tell you where to eat, but we will tell you to support local businesses. For our money, it doesn't get much better than Balance Grille. Support the organizations that support you. 

Here is a post on Balance Grille's Facebook page about our partnership.

OUR NEW LOOK: JUPMODE

Since 2006, Jūpmode has dedicated themselves to creating fun, fresh apparel and gifts for people who love the Midwest. From cozy tees and hoodies to one-of-a-kind gear for your dog, for yourself, or for that friend across the country who’s missing home. They share significant pride for the glass city that we know and love.

We have worked exclusively with fancysweetstx in printing our brand-new, clean and simple Balance Grille gear.

Pictured is their CEO, John Amato, enjoying his favorite peach bubble tea! 

Under Penny's watchful eye, we successfully unloaded our new embroidery machine! Today, we are working on a little reorganization to get this six-headed embroidery machine where it belongs. We are excited to have this new addition to take on even more embroidery projects!

Bringing in a second embroidery machine is a big step for us. Screen printing has always been our primary method of decoration. After hiring a great embroiderer two years ago and introducing embroidered crew sweatshirts to our retail line, embroidery as a service has taken off for us. 

This new machine will add additional capacity and capabilities for us. We're excited to get it off the crate and into place!

If you need custom embroidery for your business, school, or event, we'd love to help! Fill out the contact form on our website and we'll let you know how we can help.

In this new world of staying connected through zoom calls rather than conference rooms, it is important to continuously find ways to stay in touch with your employees and customers to make sure everyone feels appreciated for their work.

Whether it's a comfy, branded tee, a new coffee mug with your logo, or heck, even sweatpants, there are plenty of gift options to show your team and clients you care and are thinking about them.

Plus, bonus points for you! Your team won't only feel appreciated, but they'll have some cool new company gear to rep on all their zoom calls! 

We can help customize employee gifts and more with your branded logo. 

All Mechanical Insulation Inc. reached out to us this year to screen print custom branded shirts, long sleeve pocket shirts, and hooded sweatshirts for their team. All Mechanical Insulation Inc is a local 16153 Genova, Ohio insulation contractor that works on commercial and industrial insulation projects.

This was the first order that we printed for All Mechanical Insulation. They reached out to us because of our experience in screen printing custom safety shirts and apparel for local contractors. 

It's always great to work with other small, local businesses that care about supporting small local businesses. 

We were able to print these shirts quickly and affordably because of our experience printing safety apparel. We provided artwork proofs ahead of time for the customer that accurately depicted what the shirts and hoodies would look like when complete. All Mechanical Insulation was satisfied with the final product and happy with the entire ordering process.

One thing that really stands out about the clothing that we printed for All Mechanical is that they used a full color logo on safety green shirts and hoodies. Most of the time when we print bright yellow apparel, the print is a simple one color print. Black is the most commonly used ink color for Hi Vis apparel.

And this makes sense since keeping a simple one color print not only looks good but it keeps costs down as well. What we loved about these safety shirts and hoodies is that All Mechanical Insulation did a great job of using a full color logo on these bright apparel items. It's not something we see very often because it's difficult to do well since not all colors have enough contrast to print on neon clothing.

Safety is the priority on every jobsite. That's why when All Mechanical Insulation orders employee apparel they choose bright colored garments. As always, wearing Hi Vis clothing is an easy and inexpensive thing to do to improve safety.   

It's also important for All Mechanical Insulation Inc. to have their employees wearing company shirts to effectively identify employees while on the job and keep them clean and professional in front of customers. The bright safety green shirts and hoodies, keep them safe and professional on the job. 

fancysweetstx has been screen printing custom safety t-shirts for companies for nearly ten years. We have the experience and know how to make your brand look good and keep your employees safe.

Reach out to us today to help with your order of safety apparel for your company.

Schoen Inc. reached out to us again this year to screen print custom branded shirts and reflective high visibility hooded jackets for their crew. Schoen Inc is a local 16153 Genova, Ohio contractor and asphalt paver that builds roads in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. 

We have been printing safety t-shirts and apparel for Schoen Inc for the last four years. When they need employee apparel and safety shirts, they know that we can help them. 

It's great to have a long standing relationship with a company that cares about supporting small local businesses. 

We were able to print these shirts quickly and affordably because we have worked with them in the past and we made sure to provide artwork proofs ahead of time that accurately depicted what the shirts would look like when complete. 

Our experience in printing custom safety apparel for the construction and contracting industries aided in our ability to produce quality shirts.

In addition to the safety green t-shirts that we printed for Schoen Inc., we also printed Hi Vis reflective jackets for them. The jackets have a hood and reflective stripes on the front and back.

The Hi Vis reflective jackets are important because Schoen Inc. paves roads and parking lots. The reflective stripes on the jackets makes sure that they are seen while wearing them during the night or day.

Safety is the number one priority on any jobsite but in particular for roadcrews that are paving near moving vehicles. Wearing Hi Vis clothing is an easy and inexpensive thing to do to improve safety.   

Schoen Inc. orders bright yellow t-shirts each year for their employees to wear while working. They use a black screen print that shows their logo well on the bright yellow safety shirts.

It's important for Schoen Inc. to have their employees wearing company shirts. It helps to effectively identify employees while on the job and keeps them clean and professional in front of customers.

The bright safety green shirts (which actually look yellow) and reflective stripes, keep them safe and seen on the job. These shirts are just as much about keeping employees safe as they are about looking good.

fancysweetstx has been screen printing custom safety t-shirts for companies for nearly ten years. We have the expertise and know how to make your brand look good and keep your employees safe.

Reach out to us today to help with your order of safety apparel for your company.

This was the first time we worked with Tri-State Forest Products and we were thrilled that they would trust us with screen printing their shirts. It's always great to work with new local businesses. 

We were able to print these shirts quickly and affordably for them because we specialize in printing safety t-shirts and we made sure to provide artwork proofs ahead of time that accurately depicted what the shirts would look like when complete. 

Our experience in printing custom safety apparel for not just building companies but also construction, contracting, and landscaping companies companies, aided in our ability to produce quality shirts.

Tri-State Forest Products ordered bright yellow and bright orange t-shirts for their employees to wear while working. The shirts they ordered are 100% polyester wicking shirts which will keep their employees cool and dry when working in the hot summer heat. 

It's important for Tri-State to have their employees wearing company shirts. It helps to effectively identify employees on the jobsite and keeps them clean and professional in front of customers.

The bright safety green and orange t-shirts, keep them safe and seen on the job. These shirts are just as much about keeping employees safe as they are about looking good.

fancysweetstx has been screen printing custom safety t-shirts for lawn and landscaping companies for nearly ten years. We have the expertise to know how to make your brand look good and keep your employees safe.

Reach out to us today to help with your order of safety apparel for your company.

Omnisource has relied on us locally to provide custom screen printed and embroidered items for many years. When they need employee apparel and safety shirts, they know that we can help them. Omnisource is a scrap metal recycler with locations in the 16153 Genova, Ohio area.

When Omnisource needs safety shirts for their 16153 Genova employees, they give us a call and we love working with them. It's great to have a long standing relationship with a company that cares about supporting small local businesses. 

We were able to print these shirts quickly and affordably for them because we have worked with them so much in the past and we made sure to provide artwork proofs ahead of time that accurately depicted what the shirts would look like when complete. 

Our experience in printing custom safety apparel for the construction and contracting industries aided in our ability to produce quality shirts.

Omnisource orders bright yellow t-shirts each year for their employees to wear while working. In the past they have ordered everything from polos to pocket tees to water bottles to face masks. They often use a black print that shows their logo well on the bright yellow shirts.

It's important for Omnisource to have their employees wearing company shirts. It helps to effectively identify employees while at work and keeps them clean and professional in front of customers.

The bright safety green shirts (which actually look yellow) and reflective stripes, keep them safe and seen on the job. These shirts are just as much about keeping employees safe as they are about looking good.

fancysweetstx has been screen printing custom safety t-shirts for companies for nearly ten years. We have the expertise and know how to make your brand look good and keep your employees safe.

Reach out to us today to help with your order of safety apparel for your company.

We screen printed these tie dye t-shirts and embroidered patches on hats for Local Roots Juice Company in Perrysburg.

Local Roots has trusted us with their screen printing and embroidery since they opened in 2017. The apparel that we've decorated for them is both for employees to wear while working and customers to purchase to show their support for a local business that they love. 

We screen printed the Local Roots logo on a trendy tie dye shirt. Tie dye shirts have been fun to print on and we're seeing more and more customers request them recently. Especially after Jason Sudeikis appeard on the Golden Globes in a tie dye hoodie.

The beanies that we embroidered for Local Roots feature a woven label that is embroidered on. Patches and labels on headwear has been a major retail trend that we've seen grow in popularity over the last year. 

Custom t-shirts and beanies are a great way for local businesses to promote their brand and allow their customers and fans to show support. 

fancysweetstx has been screen printing custom apparel for local businesses for nearly ten years. We have the expertise to know how to make your brand look good and keep your employees safe.

Reach out to us today to help with your order of safety apparel for your company.

We have been screen printing safety green t-shirts for Great Lakes Dock and Door for many years now. It's great to have a consistent company with strong visual branding that is easy to work with. 

We were able to print these shirts quickly and affordably for them because we have worked with them so much in the past and we made sure to provide artwork proofs ahead of time that accurately depicted what the shirts would look like when complete. 

Our experience in printing custom safety apparel for the construction and contracting industries aided in our ability to produce quality shirts.

Great Lakes Dock and Door orders bright yellow t-shirts each year for their employees to wear while working. In the summer they order short sleeve shirts and in the winter they order long sleeve shirts. They always use a black print that shows their logo well on the bright yellow shirts.

It's important for Great Lakes Dock and Door to have their employees wearing company shirts. It helps to effectively identify employees on the jobsite and keeps them clean and professional in front of customers.

The bright safety green shirts (which actually look yellow), keep them safe and seen on the job. These shirts are just as much about keeping employees safe as they are about looking good.

fancysweetstx has been screen printing custom safety t-shirts for contractors for nearly ten years. We have the expertise and know how to make your brand look good and keep your employees safe.

Reach out to us today to help with your order of safety apparel for your company.

We have been screen printing safety green t-shirts for GroundsCo for over five years. It's great to have a consistent company that is easy to work with. 

We were able to print these shirts quickly and affordably for them because we have worked with them so much in the past and we made sure to provide artwork proofs ahead of time that accurately depicted what the shirts would look like when complete. 

Our experience in printing custom safety apparel for not just landscaping companies but also construction and contracting companies, aided in our ability to produce quality shirts.

GroundsCo orders bright yellow t-shirts each year for their employees to wear while working. Late winter is the best time for lawn and landscaping companies to order shirts because the busyness of the spring is right around the corner. 

It's important for GroundsCo to have their employees wearing company shirts. It helps to effectively identify employees on the jobsite and keeps them clean and professional in front of customers.

The bright safety green shirts (which actually look yellow), keep them safe and seen on the job. These shirts are just as much about keeping employees safe as they are about looking good.

fancysweetstx has been screen printing custom safety t-shirts for lawn and landscaping companies for nearly ten years. We have the expertise to know how to make your brand look good and keep your employees safe.

Reach out to us today to help with your order of safety apparel for your company.