8 Tips for Ordering Custom Hoodies

⏱ 3 Min Read - Coastal Reign Team - Nov 10, 2022

Whether you are a business looking to promote your company with custom products or an artist wanting to sell your unique designs, hoodies are a great way to showcase your vision. Custom hoodies are becoming increasingly popular in North America, perhaps due to the wintery conditions! No matter the reason, you can easily bring your design to life with cozy apparel by ordering customized hoodies. At Coastal Reign, we print customized hoodies with your unique designs on them, but before you buy any custom products, here are eight essential tips you should follow when ordering custom-printed hoodies:

1. Pick the Perfect Custom Hoodie

Here are some questions to keep in mind:

• What kind of style of hoodie are you looking for?
• Are you interested in fashionable zipper hoodies or cozy pullover hoodies?
• Or are you simply looking for the warmest custom hoodie possible?

No matter what hoodie style you need, Coastal Reign has a variety of choices that can be decorated with your custom designs! You can choose from a wide range of colors, sizes, and styles to match your unique needs and personality.

2. Choose the Right Hoodie Sizes

Overall, hoodie sizes will match t-shirt sizes, although 100% cotton hoodies are more susceptible to shrinking than polyester or blended materials. There may also be size discrepancies between different hoodie cuts, styles, and brands. To ensure you are getting the perfect size when it comes to your custom hoodie, always read the product descriptions and compare measurements to see if they match with standard sizing. You may also want to keep your personal style in mind since some people like their hoodies more form-fitting while others like them loose and baggy. Here at Coastal Reign, we have a wide variety of custom hoodie options!

3. Screen Printed Hoodies or Embroidered Hoodies?

When it comes to customizing options, you can choose which print methods you would like to use. Our two most popular print methods are screenprinting the design or having it embroidered onto the fabric. If you have a small design and budget, custom embroidered hoodies are more cost-effective and have a beautiful high-end look.

For example, a small emblem design on the chest of full-zip hoodies or pullover hoodies looks simple and elegant. However, keep in mind that embroidering is best suited for simple designs! If you're looking for a method that can highlight smaller details, you can also have your designs screen-printed. Screen printing can achieve those smaller details and accommodate larger print areas. It's also affordable and produces a beautiful result.

Simply upload your design to our website designer page or send us your high-quality designs, and we will print your vision. Our customer service team is also here to help advise you on which of our print methods is best suited for your custom hoodie of choice and design!

4. Save Money

Here at Coastal Reign, we understand that everyone has a different budget in mind when it comes to ordering custom apparel and custom products. Here are some ways that you can save money on your custom hoodie order:

• Screen Printing: Limit the colors in your design. Designs with fewer colors cost less, and a simple bold design often looks better than a super-colourful one.
• Embroidery: Limit the complexity and size of your design. This will lower the cost by reducing the stitch count.
• Ordering: Order ahead of time to avoid rush charges on shipping.

5. Order Your Hoodies in Bulk

Ordering your custom-designed hoodies in bulk can also save you money. When you place an order in Canada, purchasing in bulk will save you money per unit since it takes less time for us to complete an order where multiple pieces are using the same design. Don't forget to check out our delivery options or contact us for more information.

6. How to Design Custom Hoodies

The quality of the art you provide can make a world of difference between a hoodie that looks amazing and one that flops. If you aren't experienced with designing graphics for this piece of clothing, you can always reach out to our in-house professional graphic design team. If you're looking for inspiration for your custom products, you can always look at our design library which is filled with thousands of designs you can choose from.

To ensure that you receive the perfect custom hoodie, you can also contact our customer service team here at Coastal Reign and share your custom designs. Our designers can then let you know if your unique art will work on a custom hoodie and give recommendations to ensure the highest quality print.

7. Consider the Look You Are Going For

Here's another tip to consider when it comes to designing your unique piece of clothing: Think about the style you're going for! For instance, if you are going for streetwear hoodies or custom art hoodies, consider using a hand-drawn style in your design. Hand-drawn art gives the finished product a personal touch and can be more expressive than other types of graphics. However, if you are designing hoodies for a team or professional group, you'll want to use a simple logo that is prominent and visible, preferably with clean lines. Overall, the design you choose for your custom hoodies should reflect the personality of those who will be wearing them!

8. Talk to the Custom Hoodie Experts!

Here at Coastal Reign, we stand behind our work and we’re known as Vancouver's best print shop for hoodies! We have dedicated our time to printing tens of thousands of customized hoodies and training the best staff to provide you with a high-quality piece of clothing every time. Coastal Reign uses only the best equipment and works with the best custom hoodie suppliers. So, if you’re looking for a handful of custom-printed hoodies for Christmas gifts or thousands of embroidered pieces for your next brand activation, Coastal Reign is here to help!