It’s not that easy to identify reliable apparel wholesalers, is it? Strenuous hours of research, comparing pros and cons…there’s a lot to do to find the right one that suits your apparel store’s needs and preferences. If you’re planning on selling customized apparel like sweatshirts and hoodies in your store, the wholesale supplier you choose should give you substantial margins. This blog will make things a bit easier for you if “margins” is what you are looking at.
The two most important things you should check on a wholesale apparel company are bulk discounts and minimum order quantities. If you also need your picks shipped to you fast, you may need to test it out by ordering samples.
The right wholesale apparel company will offer considerable bulk discounts, by which you can save more as you buy more. Some of them offer true wholesale pricing even if you order just one product (Read “No Minimum Orders”).
Ordering Blank Sweatshirts & Hoodies Wholesale
Coming to sweatshirts and hoodies for your store, the trick is in getting the cheapest products that do not compromise on quality and printability. In the USA, you have quite a lot of options when it comes to brands that offer such products. But because there are so many product variants, a casual research alone can steal a lot of your time.
Worry not.
Presenting my list of some of the best wholesale blank sweatshirts and hoodies that fit right within your budget.
Affordability
The actual list is quite long. But here are a few recommendations that won’t disappoint you, blank or customized.
When it comes to affordable sweatshirts and hoodies, Gildan is often the first brand that established apparel stores and designer boutiques recall. They offer durable, heavyweight sweatshirts and hoodies at surprisingly affordable prices. Moreover, their heavyweight apparel offerings work well with almost every type of print.
The Gildan 18500 hoodie should be at the top of your list. With over 40 color options, tearaway label and high printability, this heavy-blend hoodie is among the bestsellers of many top online wholesale apparel stores. They are also a great choice for promotions and school events. Another budget-friendly alternative if you prefer solid colors is the Gildan 12000 crewneck sweatshirt.
Eco-friendliness
Eco-friendly sweatshirts and hoodies are gaining more momentum today, as a testament to the retail store’s commitment to preserving our planet. If you plan to take your apparel store along the sustainability route, I have a few suggestions you should check out.
The Hanes P170 EcoSmart hooded sweatshirt is a solid choice. Around 5% of the cotton-polyester garment is recycled polyester from plastic bottles. With 50% cotton and 50% polyester, the P170 offers not just comfort but also superior embellishment potential. Though printing on a 50/50 cotton poly blend is easier said than done, experts in apparel customization can guarantee great prints almost all the time. The sweatshirt is a great pick for vintage or retro styles, and comes in around 29 colors.
Color Options
The color of the products you choose is far from superficial, with each color exuding its own character and vibe. Whether you’re looking for something bold and eye-catching or subtle and understated, the Jerzees 996M NuBlend hoodie is an impressive choice. If you are not familiar with NuBlend, it’s a registered trademark technology of Jerzees guaranteeing excellent pill-resistance. The 996M fleece hoodie comes pre-shrunk with very high stitch density, and is highly praised for its printability by screen printers. Like the Hanes P170 and Gildan 18500, this Jerzees garment is also a 50/50 cotton-poly blend, featuring sustainably sourced USA-grown cotton. A whopping 33 color options is how the 996M made it to my list. The much newer 996MR variant comes in 50 different colors.
Comfort
When you need something that isn’t 100% cotton but not a 50/50 cotton-poly blend either, go for an 80/20 blend that offers the best of both worlds. The 80/20 cotton-poly blend offers considerably superior comfort compared to a 50/50 blend, and doesn’t compromise much on warmth either. The Gildan SF500 is my recommendation, as it’s just wonderful on all accounts – feel, durability, pilling-resistance, affordability and warmth.
Printing
100% cotton shirts are known for easy printability with a variety of inks and colors. But they do have their fair share of disadvantages. So I recommend checking out the 90/10 cotton-poly Hanes F170 hoodie. It features a 100% cotton face and high stitch density with the Hanes patented PrintPro XP. From screen printing to DTG, the F170 will leave you and your customers happy. It’s among the most printable budget-friendly hoodies you can order in bulk online.
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Conclusion
With a wide range of materials, designs, and color options available, hoodies and sweatshirts cater to diverse tastes and preferences, ensuring that there’s a perfect fit for every individual. By offering these essential wardrobe pieces, your apparel store will not only meet the needs of its customers but also contribute to creating a well-rounded and appealing collection that keeps shoppers coming back for more.
