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Choosing the Right Design Technique for Your Custom Shirts

Everybody knows brand promotion is crucial. So what are you planning to create something unique for your brand? Going for uniform shirts is a great option. It does brand promotion effortlessly and brings a sense of unity among employees or team members. Creating custom shirts can make your brand stand out. Custom shirt printing has different methods, each with its own strengths. This blog talks about three popular methods—sublimation printing, screen printing, and embroidery—to help you pick the best one for your custom shirt.


Sublimation Printing: A Burst of Full-Color Brilliance 


Showcase the detailed artwork or create uniquely designed custom shirts with sublimation printing. Sublimation loves light-coloured fabrics, printing the beautiful design on those crisp whites and soft pastels. This is well known for its ability to produce vibrant, full-colour with a soft feel. It’s especially well-suited for polyester fabrics, as the dye becomes part of the fabric, resulting in a long-lasting and durable print.




Screen Printing: The Beautiful Yet Bold


Do wanting something creative, eye-catching designs, which stand out from the crowd? Screen Printing shirts is a popular method among brands for imprinting logos and bold typography. It is also cost-effective for large orders, as the setup costs are spread out over the entire print run and has ideal designs with few but impactful colours. This method uses stencils and ink to create crisp, bold designs that practically leap off the shirt. 


Embroidery: The Touch of Class and Texture


Want your design to transcend mere visuals and add a touch of tactile luxury? Take embroidery which creates a textures effect that’s both elegant and eye-catching. Unlike printing, which applies ink to the surface of the fabric, embroidery involves stitching the design directly into the fabric. This technique results in a long-lasting and durable design that won’t fade or crack over time. 


The Final Stitch: Choosing Your Champion


So, which technique wins the crown for your custom shirt? Well, it depends on your vision, budget, and desired outcome. Sublimation's full-color magic shines for intricate designs and light fabrics. Screen printing's punchy impact is perfect for bold statements and large orders. And embroidery's touch of class elevates polos and adds a sophisticated flair. Ultimately, the best technique is the one that seamlessly blends with your design and brings your custom shirt to life. So, unleash your creativity, explore the possibilities, and let your unique vision take center stage!

 

Making the Right Choice


Making the right choice completely depends upon what your needs are. The type of fabric, designs, number of shirts, and other factors decide what method is perfect for your brand’s custom polo shirts. Each three techniques offers its own benefits and considerations, so choose wisely. AESS offers all three techniques with quality and timely delivery.