Top 5 Most Popular T-Shirts For Clothing Brands

We are here to discuss the top 5 t-shirt blanks used by all clothing brands through our eyes here at Garment Decor. We take into consideration fit, fabric weight, inventory, color selection, logistics, and so much more when picking which blank t-shirt makes our top 5. We hope you enjoy our curated list!

#1 - Bella & Canvas 3001

Why We Like It

The Bella Canvas 3001 features tear-away tags (which make it great for custom screen-printed neck tags), side seams that help it contour with the body, and ring-spun cotton for that butter-soft feel. Distributors across the country stock it very well and it comes in a large assortment of colors. Check out these project to see how we’ve decorated them:

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BrandBella & Canvas
Style3001
Material100% Cotton
Thickness4.3 oz
OccasionLifestyle
FitUnisex
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#2 - The Hammer H000 Shirt

Why We Like It

The Hammer shirt is an all-American classic fit that packs a punch with its heavier-than-normal thickness which is 6oz. It features tear-away labels (which make it great for custom screen-printed neck tags), a tubular fit, and several new trendy colors. Check out this project to see how we decorated it:

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BrandGildan
StyleH000
Material100% Cotton
Thickness6.1 oz
OccasionStreetwear
FitClassic
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#3 - Comfort Colors C1717 Vintage T Shirt

Why We Like It

The Comfort Colors C1717 heavyweight ring-spun t-shirt offers a vintage look and is popular for its quality, fashion, and comfort. It’s also preshrunk, soft-washed, and made using garment-dyed fabric which helps separate this blank from the competition. Check out these projects to see how we’ve decorated them:

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BrandComfort Colors
Style1717
Material100% Cotton
Thickness6.1 oz
OccasionTrendy
FitBoxy
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#4 - Gildan 5000 Cotton Shirt

Why We Like It

The Gildan 5000 midweight t-shirt is a great choice if you are looking for a cost-effective budget t-shirt while still needing a quality garment that lasts for years. It features tear-away neck labels (which make it great for custom screen-printed neck tags), deep inventory, tons of colors, and a large size selection.

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BrandGildan
Style5000
Material100% Cotton
Thickness5.3 oz
OccasionGiveaway
FitTubular
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#5 - Next Level 6210 Cotton/Poly Shirt

Why We Like It

The Next Level 6210 features a trendy fit, softness, and breathability that fitness brands love. The cotton and polyester blend is ideal to wear to the gym and features a tear-away neck label (which makes it great for custom screen-printed neck tags), side seams, and slim-fitting sleeves. Check out this post to see how we’ve decorated it:

Next Level 6210
BrandNext Level
Style6210
Material60% Cotton/40% Poly
Thickness4.5 oz
OccasionFitness
FitFitted
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Top 5 Most Popular T-Shirts?

These top 5 most popular t-shirts are the perfect options for our garment merchandise services such as screen printing, embroidery, and retail finish. We offer competitive wholesale pricing on blank t-shirts and custom decoration services. Feel free to request a quote, and we’ll reply with mockups, pricing, and the turnaround. 

A person holding up a beige t-shirt with a graphic design that says "take care of yourself" and features illustrated characters, inside a workshop setting.
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Screen Printing.

Our core service and we offer unmatched wholesale pricing and fast turn around times.

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Brown garment-decor t-shirt with a white abstract face design and pink details, displayed on a wooden floor.
02.

Jumbo Printing.

Print up to 17" wide by 23" tall. Check out screen printing over kangaroo pockets on hoodies.

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Puff Printing

This technique uses plastisol ink mixed with a puff additive to create a 3d puff screen printing look.

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A black baseball cap with a neon green "44" and "vettly snoh" logo, featuring the slogan "walt the mali. keep it neat." on the side, held by a person against a blurred background.
04.

Embroidery.

The most popular way to customize hats, polos, and more. Check out our puff embroidery service.

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Black t-shirt with a colorful "2022 vg champion" graphic design featuring phrases "own your world-champion" and "world champion" with a stylized golden trophy.
05.

Digital Printing.

Combines traditional screen printing with the newest digital printing technology.

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06.

Simulated Process.

Simulated printing uses a few ink colors to create the appearance of many colors.

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Retail Finishing
07.

Retail Finish

Upgrade your order with screen printed neck tags, woven labels, and fold & bag.

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Silicone Printing

Available in 2mm, 4mm, and 8mm heights. Available up to 5 colors and best for performance fabrics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About These Top 5 Most Popular T-Shirts

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Can I order a sample?

Absolutely! We've provided links to websites where you can order a sample.

Please keep in mind, we are the decoration specialists, so we don't keep inventory of these t-shirts.

What other brands do you offer at wholesale?

We have the best selection of brands to choose from in the industry.

The most popular are:

If you have a specific style in mind, we’ll work with you to find the perfect match.

What makes these t-shirts so popular?

These t-shirts are highly rated for their quality, comfort, and versatility. Plus, they come in a variety of colors, have deep inventory, and ship to us fast, so they are perfect choices for our screen printing and embroidery services.

What does fabric weight mean?

The t-shirts range from lightweight (4.3oz) to heavyweight (6.5oz) options. Lightweight shirts are breathable and soft while heavyweight shirts usually have a boxy oversized fit and are great for puff screen printing and jumbo screen printing.

Can I order in bulk?

Yes!

We offer wholesale t-shirt pricing and bulk order discounts for all of our t-shirts. Our minimum order is 50 t-shirts with price breaks at 75, 100, 250, 500 and for larger quantities we create a custom quote request tailored for your project. 

Can I mix t-shirt styles, colors, and sizes in one order?

Absolutely!

You can mix and match styles, colors, and sizes as long as the design stays the same in your order.