Article - Effectiveness of Printed T-Shirts
23 Jun 2022
Who Knew That Printed T-Shirts Would Achieve Such Prominence?
Of all garments that are manufactured in a factory, evergreen printed T-shirts and pants made of denim have not become obsolete or less popular than they were some time ago. Instead, they’ve retained their universal appeal for the best part of 150 years, especially since most changes – like custom printing – that did occur during that period were relatively minor and modest.
Fickle Fashion Plus Exceptions
The world of fashion and trends is sometimes fickle and always subject to change, but regardless, invariably evolve into better garments. Nevertheless, there are a couple of exceptions, albeit with a few modifications. The basic T-shirt is one such notable exception and Levi’s jeans is another.
In all probability, the T-shirt, as yet unprinted at the time, originated from the period between 1898 and 1904, while Levi’s, also known as blue jeans or denims, were invented in 1873. This brand’s primary products would become one of the most successful garment brands in the entire wide world of sought-after apparel.
Designer Labels
It’s also rather comforting to know that T-shirts and jeans don’t distinguish between different classes or incomes; that is, excluding the elevated prices of attire of designer big brand labels. Levi’s pants are instantly recognisable by a leather patch bearing their brand, which is sewn onto the rear waistband of the pants.
T-shirts, produced by foremost fashion brand manufacturers, are often branded with a small, subtle designer’s logo on the front of the chest area or a on a similarly placed pocket. All logos are small enough to still allow for the printing of bolder, larger corporate customers’ insignia.
Look for and Find Branded or Printed T-Shirts
At our company, XCO Group, which supplies breathtaking ranges of corporate merchandise, you’ll be blown away by our selection of T-shirts, which we custom brand with your unique corporate emblem. This we do at our premises near Pretoria, in our own on-site branding studio.
On T-shirts, only overall durable techniques are recommended – embroidery or printing. Because T-shirt fabrics are knit-like, stretchy, and breathable, utilisation of an appropriate branding technique is important, because the branded area must be flexible too.
Our cutting-edge printing equipment and state-of-the-art sublimation plant at XCO Group delivers crisp, clear, eye-catching, and durable print results on tee fabrics. However, because our extensive ranges of these products are available in a variety of wearer-friendly washable fabrics which may include blends, our printing fundis have the knowledge and experience to select exactly which printing technique will deliver the best possible results.
Official and Preferred Wholesale Supplier 
Our clients deserve nothing less that the best, which is what we insist on at XCO Group. We’re the official and/or preferred suppliers of branded and printed T-shirts, team wear, and a great deal more, amongst others:
· 4798 schools
· 89 tertiary institutions and organisations
· 78 government departments
· 5 000 national and provincial athletes
· 1 060 – the number of corporate clients, who prefer our products and services
Fashion Forward
The once-humble tee is never out of fashion, not even in the 21st century, and there’s nothing to suggest that T-shirts’ popularity is likely to decline anytime soon. It is a soft, stretchy, comfy top in which to slouch and sleep, as well a perennial, high-fashion garment – a must-have, go-to upper body garment, whether printed or plain.
In the fashion-forward stakes, you’re always a winner, free to dress your tee up or down with favourite accessories to set the tone, and enabling you to take your tee anywhere, any time – just ask the fashionistas and fashion trendsetters.
Everyone Loves T-Shirts
T-shirts feature prominently in the wardrobes and on the bodies of kids, teens, and adults – the wealthy and their less affluent cousins. Don’t forget to include armed forces worldwide, hulks who like to show off their muscles in a tee or vest (the sleeveless version), sportsmen and women, corporate teams, plus employees, who participate in all types of physically demanding pursuits and tasks.
Design and Fit
Our collection of tees is really extensive, because we offer our customers a truly comprehensive range of options, because human bodies come in so many varied shapes and sizes. A good design and fit for each body shape helps to ensure that tees fit well – loose and comfortable enough to disguise lumps and bumps, but sufficiently body-fitting to avoid an unkempt “wearing an empty sack” look.
When it’s time to treat your team to less formal, corporate leisurewear, it’s time to obtain your printed T-shirts from XCO Group, a leading brand-building group that provides the answers, as well as high-quality merchandise that exceeds expectations. Contact us today.