Article - Designing Your Own Clothes With XCO Group
13 Aug 2019
Top Reasons to Design Your Own Clothes with a Local Manufacturer in SA
Research shows that the clothes we wear affect the way we perform, and having your very own custom uniform is a great way to boost confidence and make your team feel unified. However, when employers hear the words “design your own clothes”, they immediately think expensive and unaffordable. But here is how we see it: with mass-produced clothing, quality is not a priority, but tailors who specialise in custom sports uniforms value precision over quantity.
On or off the field, your team members will feel proud to sport a great-looking uniform sporting their name and number. They get to highlight their authenticity by choosing details, such as the fabric, colour, width, and length, which not only makes your team or club look more official, but it also adds a touch of professionalism. In addition, quality is always superior, the fit complements your physique, and you get quality clothing that will last a lifetime.
Depending on the size of your team or club, you may need to purchase quite a few shirts, jerseys, and tracksuits, and this will probably cost a pretty penny. Of course, the challenge is finding the right manufacturer – should it be a local or international manufacturer? You have probably heard many stories about how much money you will save if you design your own clothes in Malaysia or China, but is this really the best option for your buck?
Why Choose Local Over International Manufacturers
Most clothing is produced in countries, such as China, India, and Malaysia. But using an international clothing manufacturer is not as cost-effective when you do the math, especially when you consider the language barriers, cultural differences, time zone differences, import tariffs, high shipping costs, and delivery delays. But most importantly, it is almost impossible to inspect the quality of the clothing until they are paid for and received.
But when you design your own clothes with a local manufacturer, communication will be easier, emergency orders can be processed quickly, you will not have to fork out large amounts of money on shipping costs or stress about your clothes getting stuck in customs, and you will be supporting our economy. Also, you are more likely to benefit from a higher quality of manufacture; the factory will be nearby, which means quality control visits can be done efficiently and inexpensively; and you will not have to wait a long time for delivery.
Great uniforms bring great teams together, and if you are a business, school, or sports club looking to express your unique identity, message, and sponsorship, then design your own clothes with XCO Group. As one of the leading PPE, corporate, and sports clothing designers, manufacturers, and suppliers in South Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, and Zimbabwe, we have helped many organisations build their brand, stand out in a crowd, and better their game, and we can do the same for yours.
Our Online Design Tool Fits To a T
Providing high-quality, performance-driven tees, track tops, jerseys, and hoodies designed with the sport and player in mind, we are committed to bringing you the right fit, quality, and performance your team needs to excel on the battlefield. Using our convenient and easy Design-On-Line tool, start by making your choice from our standard style clothing. Once you have selected the item, select your colours, panels, sleeves, stitching, piping, and collar details, and design a garment that represents everything your team, school, or organisation stands for.
Once you have designed your clothing, our in-house design and manufacturing department can start manufacturing them for you. As a key player in the apparel industry, we also have our very own in-house embroidery branding department, and we also offer a delivery service to your door.