Eco-Friendly Garments to Customize

5 June 2023
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By Michelle Miles

Eco-Friendly Garments to Customize

In a world where the pursuit of fashion often comes at the expense of our planet, a new wave of consciousness has emerged, championing the importance of eco-friendly garments. With sustainability at the forefront, fashion enthusiasts and conscientious consumers alike are shifting their focus towards quality over quantity. Organic fabrics, ethical production practices, quality garment construction, and timeless silhouettes are all important factors that play a role in creating truly sustainable garments.

Anything you put your logo on is a representation of your brand, so it’s important to choose garments that align with your values and appeal to your consumers needs — whether that’s price point, quality, style, or fabric content. With so many options out there it can be difficult to sort through and determine what garment might be the best fit, so we’ve compiled options from a few of our favorite brands that offer eco-friendly blanks.

Alternative

Ultra Comfy

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Alternative 9906ZT – Women’s Eco-washed Terry Hooded Sweatshirt

6.5 oz./yd², 70/30 cotton/recycled polyester
Fuller, contemporary fit
Self-lined hood with center front cross over
Dyed-to-match flat braided drawcord, turned and tacked at ends
Set-in ribbed cuffs
Set-in self-waistband with side slits
Tear away label

Alternative 9590 – Rocky Eco-Fleece Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt

6.5 oz./yd² (US), 10.8 oz./L yd (CA), 54/36/10 cotton/recycled polyester/rayon, 30 singles
Unisex slim fit
Contrast-color drawcord
Set-in sleeves
Ribbed hemband and sleeve cuffs
Self-fabric lined hood
Split-pouch pockets
Low-impact yarn dyed and washed
Antique nickel YKK zipper

Alternative 9575 – Champ Eco-Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt

6.5 oz./yd² (US), 10.8 oz./L yd (CA), 54/36/10 cotton/recycled polyester/rayon
Slim fit
Low-impact dyed and washed
Raglan sleeves
Tear away label

Alternative 5050 – Vintage Jersey Keeper Tee

4 oz./yd², 50/50 combed ringspun cotton/recycled polyester
Bound collar
Blind stitching on sleeves and bottom hem
Tonal stitching on neckline, sleeves and bottom hem
Side seams
Tear away label

Hanes

Budget-Friendly

Hanes P170 – Eco Smart Hooded Sweatshirt

7.8 oz./yd², 50/50 cotton/polyester
Made with up to 5% recycled polyester from plastic bottles
Patented, low-pill, high-stitch density PrintPro® XP fleece
Dyed-to-match drawcord
Coverstitched armholes and waistband
Pouch pocket
Ribbed cuffs and waistband
Transitioning to tear away label

Hanes P160 – Ecosmart Crewneck Sweatshirt

7.8 oz./yd², 50/50 cotton/polyester
Made with up to 5% recycled polyester from plastic bottles
Patented, low-pill, high-stitch density PrintPro® XP fleece
Double-needle stitched neckline and armholes
Ribbed cuffs and waistband
Transitioning to tear away label

Hanes 5170 – Ecosmart T-Shirt

5 oz./yd², pre-shrunk 50/50 cotton/polyester
Made with up to 5% recycled polyester from plastic bottles
Classic fit
Set-in 1×1 ribbed crewneck
Self-fabric neck tape for comfort
Tubular
Double-needle sleeves and bottom hem
Quarter turned body
Tear away label

Adidas

Activewear & Sports

Adidas A230 – Performance Polo

3.8 oz./yd² (US), 6.3 oz./L yd (CA), 100% recycled polyester
Hydrophilic finish
Ribbed knit collar with three-button placket
UPF 50+ protection
Contrast color heat transfer logo on right sleeve

Adidas A401 – Lightweight Quarter Zip Pullover

6.1 oz./yd² (US), 10.1 oz./L yd (CA), 100% recycled polyester
Hydrophilic finish
Self-mock collar, bottom hem, and cuffs
UPF 50+ protection
Contrast color adidas logo on left sleeve

Adidas A546 – Heather Chevron Quarter-zip Wind Pullover

3.2 oz./yd², 100% recycled polyester
Water repellant
Top panel heather woven fabric
Zipper enclosure
Two front pockets
Elastic bungee cord bottom hem
adidas logo on back neck

AS Colour

Fashion Forward

ASColour 5145 – Mens Heavy Crew

Relaxed, oversized fit with dropped shoulders
Heavy weight, 11.8 oz/yd2
CVC fleece, 80% cotton 20% polyester
Inset sleeves, 2×2 ribbing on neck, cuff and hem.

ASColour 5001 – Staple Tee

Regular fit
Crew neck
Mid weight, 5.3 oz/yd², 28-singles
100% combed cotton (heathers 15% viscose)
Neck ribbing, side seamed, shoulder to shoulder tape, double needle hems, preshrunk to minimize shrinkage