You’ve got the office. You have the website. They even have the legal documents. But everybody knows that you’re not a real company until you have your own company t-shirt. But what makes a great corporate shirt? And where can it go wrong? If you are looking for custom company shirts, this post offers all sorts of information and design tips that will help you start a business shirt:
1. Find out why you need a shirt.
Ask why you’re doing a t-shirt design, who it’s for, and what you want it to look like. Take these essential answers that will make you want to finish your actual t-shirt logo design.
2. Determine the type of t-shirt you need.
Your first choice is probably the most important: the garment. It’s what you and your team will wear proudly to represent the company. And most importantly, when it comes to uniforms, you need to wear them to work every day. You have to decide what type of t-shirt you want to wear: crew neck, V-neck, long sleeve, short sleeve, crop top, polo, and many others…
3. Brainstorm your design concept.
style and images.
Start thinking about how you can use imagery and color to show the messages you want to say. Consider these questions:
What is your brand?
Who is your market?
Why even design a t-shirt?
Typography
Just like colors, fonts, styles, and text size affects how your brand is perceived. Serif fonts (the letters with little labels at the ends) give your brand a more formal or traditional look. Sans serif fonts (without captions) look more modern.
Formatting your t-shirt logo
Vector formats like AI, PDF, or EPS are good
Color codes
Make sure you have Pantone or CMYK color codes so everything looks the way you want it. Choose the best colors for the job.
Place Your Logo in the Right Spots
Now that you know what you want your t-shirt design to say and look like, it’s time to think about how best to distribute it. How you organize the various design elements and where exactly you place them on the actual shirt can also completely change the look of the finished product. The standard logo for a corporate shirt would be located on the left chest and full back. The back of a t-shirt is usually a better advertisement than the front.
4. Choose the right fabric:
Fabric. The heart and soul of any sewing project, it can make or break you. How would you decide if a t-shirt is good or bad? Obviously check the fabric! The same applies if you give your employees personalized t-shirts. Nobody wants to wear a shirt that is uncomfortable or won’t last a week! you need to choose a fabric that looks good and is durable.
5. Know Your Printing Options
Screen Printing
Pros
- Best suited for a larger one or two-tone designs.
- Ideal for printing on cotton and polycotton garments.
- Screen-printed garments can be machine washed.
- The print can be ironed on.
- Different inks can be used.
- Long-lasting quality.
- Can be used to print on many different items.
- Very economical for large quantities.
Cons
- Expensive if not printed in large quantities.
- Doesn’t work with gradient colors.
- Not ideal for multicolored designs.
- Not suitable for coated fabrics.
- More cost for more colors.
- Not practical for small orders.
Sublimation
Pros
- Durable.
- No pollution.
- No fading.
- Seam-to-seam printing.
- Uses no water and requires minimal energy.
- suitable for small batches.
- Unlimited colors can be sublimated.
- The process is quick and easy.
Cons
- Requires special inks and printers.
- The fabric must be 100% polyester or at least 2/3 polyester.
- Limited to light materials, black or dark surfaces cannot be sublimated.
Embroidery
Pros
- Professional finish.
- Multiple colors for the same price.
- Good durability.
Cons
- Not good for small, complicated designs.
- Not good for gradient designs.
- More expensive.
- Limited design size.
6. Considering the sizes and quantities.
How many shirts do you need?
The number of t-shirts you need directly affects the best printing method. Some methods are specifically geared towards large bulk orders, while others have high unit costs and MOQ unless you have a large budget.
Getting everyone’s size
Sounds easy enough, but it’s easier said than done. I would suggest using a spreadsheet to keep track of everything and a contact person to help gather the information.
