What this covers

Personalising apparel for a company seems simple: choose a garment, add the logo and place the order. In practice, when we are talking about teams, events or larger orders, there are several details that can make a difference to the final result.

From choosing the wrong model to not confirming the sizes or the production lead time, some mistakes are easy to avoid with a little planning.

In this article, we have gathered 7 of the most common mistakes when choosing and ordering custom apparel for companies.

1. Choosing the garment on price alone

Price is naturally important, but it should not be the only criterion.

A T-shirt intended for a promotional campaign may have very different requirements from a garment worn daily by a team. The type of fabric, weight, cut, comfort and intended use should all be considered before making a decision.

For more frequent use, it may make sense to opt for a higher-quality, more durable garment. For a one-off event, a simpler solution may be enough.

The most important thing is to choose the product according to the use it will have.

2. Not defining quantities and sizes properly

When an order involves several people, it is easy to lose track of the quantities.

Before going ahead, it is important to define:

• the total number of garments;
• the breakdown by size;
• colours;
• models;
• any differences between teams or departments.

Good organisation at this stage reduces errors and avoids last-minute adjustments.

At TShirtPro, you can organise different sizes within the same order, making this process simpler for companies and organisations.

3. Not thinking about where the logo or design should go

Front, back, sleeve or several areas? The position of the personalisation directly influences the visual impact of the garment.

A small logo on the chest may be enough for workwear, while a campaign or an event may benefit from a larger print on the back.

It is also important to think about the size of the design in relation to the garment and to make sure the file used is ready for production.

When in doubt, it is worth reviewing how the design will be applied before going ahead with the order.

4. Choosing the personalisation technique without considering the goal

Not all personalisation methods are suitable for every situation.

Screen printing, DTG, DTF and embroidery have different characteristics and may be more suitable depending on the type of design, the material and the quantity.

For example, a high-volume order with a simple design may have very different requirements from a short run with a more detailed artwork.

The technique should be chosen with the product, the intended result and the size of the order in mind.

5. Leaving the deadline to the last minute

One of the most common situations is remembering the T-shirts when the event is already close.

A corporate order can involve several stages: preparing the files, review, approval, production and delivery. The larger the quantity or the more complex the project, the more important it is to plan ahead.

If there is a specific date — an event, a campaign, a trip or the start of a new team — it is best to work with enough margin.

The earlier the order is defined, the more options there are to make sure everything arrives on time.

6. Going into production without confirming the mock-up

A small error in a file can become a big problem when it is reproduced on dozens or hundreds of garments.

That is why reviewing before production is an important step.

At TShirtPro, once the order is placed, the design team prepares a digital mock-up for approval. Production only moves forward after that approval.

This process makes it possible to confirm elements such as:

• the position of the personalisation;
• the dimensions;
• the composition of the design;
• how it is applied to the garment.

It is a simple step, but it helps to reduce the risk of errors significantly.

7. Choosing a supplier without assessing the whole process

A company does not just buy a T-shirt. It also buys a process.

With larger orders, it is important to understand how the customer service, file preparation, approval, production and delivery work.

A supplier may have a good price, but if the process is complicated or not very transparent, it can end up creating more work internally.

Being able to check the price before ordering, handle the personalisation online and approve a mock-up before production can make the whole process simpler and more predictable.

In summary

Ordering custom apparel for a company does not have to be complicated. With the right product, well-defined quantities, suitable personalisation and good preparation before production, most problems can be avoided.

At TShirtPro, the aim is to make this process simpler, from choosing and personalising the garment through to mock-up approval and final production.