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- There’s no one-size-fits-all “best hoodie”\u2014the ideal choice depends on your specific needs.<\/li>\n
- Different hoodie materials require different printing methods for best results.<\/li>\n
- Consider factors like material, weight, cut and style when selecting a hoodie for printing.<\/li>\n
- Our top picks include options for budget-friendly, eco-friendly and premium hoodies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n
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Factors to consider when choosing your custom hoodie<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When choosing the best hoodies and sweatshirts for your project and brand, there are a lot of factors to consider: who is wearing them, what the design is like, how it will be printed, and what type of hoodie is best. Let\u2019s dive deeper into these considerations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Target audience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
First, consider who will wear the hoodies\/sweatshirts and when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Are they athletes who will wear them to the gym or on the field?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Are they fashion-forward and looking for a sharper fit?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Are they a single demographic, i.e., adult men, or are they all ages and sexes? Inclusive sizing is an important factor to consider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Are they your brand\u2019s customers or employees? If it\u2019s the latter, are the hoodies part of their uniform? Think about durability and the environment where they\u2019ll be worn\u2014for example, people working outside in cold climates need a heavier weight hoodie.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Not sure that your brand needs hoodies?<\/strong> Check out this guide on choosing the right merch for your brand<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Once you\u2019ve dialed in who the hoodies are for, the consideration is choosing a design and style: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- What will the design be? Your logo? A simple graphic? A photo? <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Where will the design go?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What hoodie style complements the design? Will they be zip or pullover hoodies? Some brands only offer a few styles, while others offer a range.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Solid color or multi-colored? Again, some brands offer a variety of colors (and color combinations!), while others offer only a handful.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Consider the best decoration technique<\/a> to print your design onto a hoodie or sweatshirt\u2014generally, direct-to-garment (DTG) is best for photos and complex designs, while screen printing is often considered ideal for logos and simpler graphics. If you\u2019re planning to embroider designs onto them, a brand like Adidas or Sport-Tek as their products are more conducive to embroidery. Similarly, if your design vision includes backside printing or any specific graphic placement, you need to find a brand that offers the placement you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Need some inspiration?<\/strong> Check out these awesome hoodie design ideas<\/a> to inspire your project!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hoodie features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
After you\u2019ve determined who will wear your hoodies, your design and the best style, think about your technical sweatshirt and hoodie needs. Hoodie features to consider include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Do you need moisture-wicking material? This is important for athletic wear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Do you need them to be water-resistant? This is important for hoodies and sweatshirts worn outdoors. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- How durable do they need to be? If its wearer will be working in it, it needs to be more durable than a fashion hoodie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
As you consider all these factors, keep your budget in mind. As with almost everything else, a larger budget grants you more options. But if your budget is limited, you may need to determine which factors are the most important and choose the most economical brand that matches your priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now, you have all the information you need to determine the best hoodie or sweatshirt for your project. Read on to learn more about the best hoodies for printing, organized by brand.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Whether you’re looking for adorable basics, a premium classic look or a brand with many options, we’ve narrowed down the top brands to help you choose the best option for your printing needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. JERZEES: Best brand for variety of styles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
JERZEES offers a variety of hoodie and sweatshirt options, many of which are made with their patented pill-resistant NuBlend\u00ae fleece. This makes them warm and durable, perfect for cold weather. Because JERZEES offers a range of styles, like zip hoodies, colorblock hoodies, crewneck sweatshirts and more, any brand looking to offer a variety of choices can find what they need with JERZEES. Customize your JERZEES hoodie or sweatshirt with print or embroidery designs to truly make it your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n \n \nSource: <\/em>Custom JERZEES hoodie<\/em><\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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- Fabric weight: <\/strong>Midweight, 7.2 to 8oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Material: <\/strong>Soft cotton\/poly blend, pre-shrunk NuBlend\u00ae pill-resistant fleece<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sizes available: <\/strong>S-3XL, available for women, men and kids <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Styles: <\/strong>Zip hoodie, pullover hoodie, crewneck sweatshirt, quarter-zip sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Popular options: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- NuBlend\u00ae Hooded Sweatshirt <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- NuBlend\u00ae Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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2. Independent Trading Co.: Best unique hoodies and sweatshirts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Among hoodie and sweatshirt manufacturers, Independent Trading Co. is the fun brand. Check out their raglan-style women\u2019s California sweatshirt, their tie-dye options and their range of other hoodie and sweatshirt styles, many of which offer colors you won\u2019t find elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n \n \nSource: <\/em>Custom hoodie<\/em><\/a> with full front and left side logo placement via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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- Weight: <\/strong>Midweight, 7 to 8oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Material: <\/strong>Cotton-polyester blend<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sizes available: <\/strong>XS-3XL, available for women and men <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Styles: <\/strong>Pullover hoodie, zip hoodie, California sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Popular options:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Midweight unisex hoodie<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Heavyweight pigment-dyed hooded sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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3. Champion: Best for a classic and premium look<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Champion has been a key player in the hoodie and sweatshirt world for decades now, so you can rest assured they know a thing or two about making a quality product. They might not have the widest range of styles or the most unique pieces, but when you go with Champion, you\u2019re getting a classic look and feel. Champion is the way to go for brands whose buyers aren\u2019t necessarily looking for something fancy but are looking for something solid from a longtime industry leader.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n \n \nSource: <\/em>Custom Champion hoodie<\/em><\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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- Weight: <\/strong>Midweight, 9 to 12oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Material: <\/strong>Cotton-polyester blend<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sizes available: <\/strong>S-4XL, available for men and women<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Styles: <\/strong>Pullover hoodie, crewneck sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Popular options: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Powerblend\u00ae Unisex Hoodie<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Crewneck Sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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4. Carhartt: Best brand for workwear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Carhartt is best known for workwear, and their hoodies and sweatshirts are no exception. Their durable offerings include the Rain Defender\u00ae Rutland Thermal-Lined Hooded Zip-Front Sweatshirt and their midweight crewneck sweatshirt. Carhartt doesn\u2019t offer as many color choices as other brands, but they’re the way to go if you\u2019re looking for something that\u2019ll stand up to the elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/div>\n \n \nSource: Grey custom hoodie with logo<\/a> via VistaPrint<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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- Weight: <\/strong>Midweight, 10.5 to 13oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Material: <\/strong>Cotton\/polyester blend<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sizes available: <\/strong>S-4XL, available for men<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Styles: <\/strong>Zip hoodie, pullover hoodie, crewneck sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Popular options: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Rain Defender\u00ae Paxton Heavyweight Hooded Zip Mock Sweatshirt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Loose-Fit Midweight Hoodie<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Midweight Crewneck Sweatshirt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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5. Gildan: Best brand if you’re on a budget<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Gildan offers lots of color, size, and style options, which makes it great for any brand that wants to give its buyers lots of variety. It’s a reliable, affordable option that doesn’t compromise on quality. Certain Gildan styles are made with a moisture-wicking finish, making them an awesome choice for sports teams and anyone who\u2019ll wear them outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Material: <\/strong>Cotton\/polyester blend<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Weight: <\/strong>Midweight, 10.5 to 13oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Material: <\/strong>Cotton-polyester blend<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Weight: <\/strong>Midweight, 9 to 12oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Material: <\/strong>Cotton-polyester blend<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Weight: <\/strong>Midweight, 7 to 8oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Material: <\/strong>Soft cotton\/poly blend, pre-shrunk NuBlend\u00ae pill-resistant fleece<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Fabric weight: <\/strong>Midweight, 7.2 to 8oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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