6 Best Blank Hoodies for Printing

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As a versatile and comfortable piece of clothing, hoodies have become a staple in most wardrobes. They’re trending products, perfect for casual or athletic wear, and can be layered with just about anything.

Whether you’re looking to sell custom hoodies or simply spruce up your wardrobe, it’s important to find the best blank hoodies for printing. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right ones?

We’ve done the research for you and compiled a list of hoodies that have been tried and tested for their durability, comfort, and style. These hoodies have a great fit and are made from premium materials, ensuring your print-on-demand designs will withstand frequent wear and washing.

Whether you’re starting a clothing brand from scratch or expanding an existing offering, these are the hoodies to have on your shop.

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Top 6 hoodies for printing

There are two main types of hoodies: pullovers and zip-ups.

Pullover hoodies are designed to be pulled over the head, and typically have a kangaroo pocket and a drawstring hood. Pullover hoodies are easy to wear and give off a relaxed, casual look.

Full-zip hoodies, on the other hand, can be worn open or closed for different styles. They usually have two front pockets and a drawstring hood. They’re often made of lightweight material, making them great for layering.

To select the best custom hoodies for your store, assess 4 basic elements: type, style, fabric, and fit. Browse through our top pullovers and zipper hoodies and see if they align with your vision and customer needs.

With that in mind, let’s dig into our 6 finalists.

1. Unisex Premium Hoodie | Cotton Heritage M2580

Are you a fan of the good old classics? The Unisex Premium Hoodie is a casual and comfortable pullover, making it one of the most adaptable and universally worn garments. Made from quality fabric, this hoodie is pleasant to the touch, and its simple yet classic design is perfect for different settings and activities.

This premium hoodie features a plush interior lining for added warmth, a 3-panel drawstring hood, and a kangaroo pocket for storing personal items. The hoodie is available in sizes S–3XL, and 15 different colors, making it a versatile choice for your designs.

Customize it with a direct-to-garment (DTG) print or an embroidery design, and sell it in your store. If you go with a print, you can also maximize your branding with custom inside and outside labels.

Fulfillment technique: DTG printing, embroidery
Sizes: S–3XL
Colors: Black, Navy Blazer, Maroon, Charcoal Heather, Team Royal, Purple, Military Green, Dusty Rose, Carbon Grey, White, Vintage Black, Forest Green, Team Red, Sky Blue, Bone
Fabric: 65% ring-spun cotton, 35% polyester
Inside label: Yes
Outside label: Yes
Sleeve print: Yes

2. Unisex Eco Raglan Hoodie | SOL’S 03568

The Unisex Eco Raglan Hoodie is made from a blend of organic cotton and recycled polyester. The 100% organic cotton exterior and the brushed interior lining make the hoodie soft to the touch and perfect for colder weather.

The hoodie features a classic raglan sleeve design, a drawstring hood, and a spacious front pocket for storing essentials. It comes in a selection of rich, classic colors and a wide range of sizes: XS–3XL.

You can customize the hoodie to your heart’s content with a DTG print or embroidery design. The SOL’S hoodie is a timeless piece and a good choice for casual or athletic activities.

Fulfillment technique: DTG printing, embroidery
Sizes: XS–3XL
Colors: White, Burnt Orange, Bottle Green, Charcoal Melange, Burgundy, Black
Fabric: 80% organic cotton, 20% recycled polyester
Inside label: No
Outside label: No
Sleeve print: Yes

3. All-Over Print Unisex Hoodie

Want more freedom when customizing hoodies? This all-over print hoodie will do the trick. The fabric of this hoodie is printed with your design and then cut and sewn to create a unique, hand-made product in sizes ranging from XS–3XL.

Made from a polyester, cotton, and elastane blend, this super soft hoodie has a cotton-feel face and a brushed fleece inside for extra comfort. It sports a kangaroo pocket for carrying essentials and a double-lined hood that can be customized on both sides.

You can create a bright and colorful all-over print design by experimenting with a bold print color combination. Choose any solid base color, design a pattern, or add your brand and logo anywhere on the garment. You can also choose white or black stitching, and drawstring colors to match your design.

Fulfillment technique: Cut & saw sublimation
Sizes: 2XS–6XL
Colors: White
Fabric: 95% recycled polyester, 5% spandex
Inside label: Yes
Outside label: No
Sleeve print: Yes

4. Premium Eco Hoodie

The Premium Eco Hoodie is available exclusively at Printful. Designed and hand-sewn on demand by our in-house experts, this quality hoodie will serve as the ideal canvas for your designs and keep them looking fresh even after multiple washes.

The organic cotton and recycled polyester blend hoodie has a soft, brushed inside for a cushy feel during every wear. Featuring adjustable drawcords, ribbed cuffs, and a kangaroo pouch pocket, this blank hoodie combines comfort and function in one. It’s available in black and white colors, and a wide range of sizes: XS–5XL.

Add your own print or embroidery art or customize the hoodie with just your branded logo—the choice is yours. For maximum branding, you can also design a custom inside and outside label patch.

Fulfillment technique: DTG printing, DTF printing, embroidery
Sizes: XS–5XL
Colors: White, Black
Fabric: 85% organic cotton, 15% recycled polyester
Inside label: Yes
Outside label: Yes
Sleeve print: Yes

5. Unisex Midweight Hoodie | Independent Trading Co. SS4500

This classic hoodie is easy to combine with streetwear outfits. Made with high-quality cotton and polyester blend fleece, it’s designed to provide both warmth and durability. The fabric is soft and comfortable against the skin, and the ribbed cuffs and hem ensure a snug fit that keeps the warmth in.

The classic design features a jersey-lined hood and a practical kangaroo pocket in the front. The blank apparel is available in sizes S–2XL and 10 colors, making it an adaptable canvas for your designs.

With your custom print or embroidery design, this hoodie is sure to become a must-have streetwear item for your customers. It’s just right for everything from running errands to lounging at home or going out and about.

Fulfillment technique: DTG printing, embroidery
Sizes: S–2XL
Colors: White, Black, Bone, Mint, Light Pink, Blue Aqua, Peach, Alpine Green, Purple, Classic Navy
Fabric: 80% organic cotton, 20% recycled polyester
Inside label: No
Outside label: Yes
Sleeve print: Yes

6. Unisex Fleece Zip Up Hoodie | Independent Trading Co. SS4500Z

If you’re looking to add zipper hoodies to your offering, the Unisex Fleece Zip Up Hoodie will be a great fit. Made of soft, midweight, breathable fleece fabric, it’s a cozy addition to any everyday outfit and a great choice for indoors and outdoors alike.

The modern tailored fit with a zipper closure allows you to wear the hoodie open and match it with your t-shirt. These zipper hoodies feature a jersey-lined hood with matching drawstrings and spacious front pockets for carrying anything, like a phone or wallet.

It comes in a selection of rich colors and is available in sizes S–2XL. Customize this great quality hoodie with your DTG print or embroidery design and top it off with a branded outside label.

Fulfillment technique: DTG printing, embroidery
Sizes: S–2XL
Colors: Black, Charcoal Heather, Navy, Alpine Green
Fabric: 80% cotton, 20% polyester blend fleece
Inside label: No
Outside label: Yes
Sleeve print: Yes

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Hoodie properties

The way hoodie fabric is manufactured changes its durability, look, and feel. If you want to have great custom-printed hoodies in your store, it’s essential to understand the properties of different materials and fabric blends.

Fabric blends

Blends are created by combining different types of fibers. By blending different fibers, it’s possible to select the best characteristics of 2 or more fibers and compensate for the weaker traits.

Natural fibers have great absorbency, and they feel soft and pleasant on the skin, making them great for daily wear. Synthetic fibers beat natural ones in wrinkle resistance and strength and are less prone to shrinkage.

So it’s no wonder why fabric blends are so popular for hoodies. In fact, all 6 of our top hoodies are made of cotton and polyester blends. They combine the durability and fade resistance of polyester with the breathability and comfort of cotton.

Fabric composition

While most hoodies on this list use a cotton and polyester blend, that doesn’t make them all the same. There’s the basic cotton-poly blend, the softer ring-spun cotton, and some that feature organic cotton blends. The way these cotton types are made differs, so let’s dive into the details.

Regular cotton

Regular cotton comes from fibers found in cotton plant seeds. These fibers are twisted into yarn and then woven into fabric. The regular cotton hoodie is a standard in the industry, known for cheaper production expenses, leading to more affordable retail prices.

Ring-spun cotton

The process of making ring-spun cotton involves twisting and thinning cotton strands to create a fine and strong yet soft cotton fiber rope. This spinning process smooths and straightens the fibers, improving their quality. Ring-spun cotton hoodies are slightly more expensive than regular cotton, and that’s mainly due to greater durability.

Ring-spun combed cotton

Ring-spun combed cotton goes through an additional refining process. Once spun, the fibers are combed to eliminate impurities and imperfections, resulting in a soft, durable knit with a smooth surface.

Organic cotton

Instead of using harmful pesticides, organic cotton farmers adopt an “an eye for an eye” approach, protecting the cotton plants from insects by using other bugs. The absence of pesticides also makes a safer environment for industry workers. Organic cotton production requires less water as it’s often grown in regions that rely on rainwater.

Fabric weight

Fabric weight is the outcome of how the fabric is woven, its finish, and the fiber type.

In the US, the fabric is measured in ounces per square yard (oz/yd2), but others might have an easier time understanding the metric unit—grams per square meter (g/m2). G/m2 and Oz/yd2 show how much 1 square meter/yard of fabric weighs. The higher the g/m2 or oz/yd2 number, the denser the fabric will be.

From our 6 finalists, the SOL’s hoodie has the lightest fabric, and the all-over print hoodie has the heaviest. You can easily compare the fabric weight of our best hoodies in this table:

	Cotton Heritage M2580	SOL’S 03568	All-Over Print Unisex Hoodie	Premium Eco Hoodie	Independent Trading Co. SS4500	Independent Trading Co. SS4500Z
Fabric weight (oz/yd2)	8.5 oz/yd²	8.3 oz/yd²	8.85 oz/yd²	8.55 oz/yd²	8.5 oz./yd²	8.5 oz./yd²
Fabric weight (g/m2)	288.2 g/m²	280 g/m²	300 g/m²	290 g/m²	280 g/m²	280 g/m²

You might be wondering—how does fabric weight affect your hoodie choice?

The main difference between lighter and thicker fabrics is their breathability. Hoodies made from light, thin material usually let more air pass through. They’re suitable for warmer weather or as a layering piece. They’re often made from materials that provide some warmth but are not too heavy or bulky.

A heavyweight hoodie is made from thicker, heavier fabric, designed to provide more warmth and insulation. It’s often made from materials like fleece or heavy cotton that can keep you warm in colder temperatures. A heavy blend hoodie is generally bulkier and less breathable than a lightweight hoodie, making it more suitable for colder weather.

You should choose the hoodies that most fit your brand vision, demand, and the upcoming season. Lighter fabrics for summertime and heavier ones for winter and the holidays. That way, you’ll be sure to adjust your offering to customer needs.

Fulfillment methods

To ensure your designs look just like you envisioned, you’ll have to choose the most suitable fulfillment method for hoodie printing. Each technique has its own benefits, so we’ll quickly explain each one to make your choice easier.

DTG (direct-to-garment) printing

DTG (direct-to-garment) printing is great for photo prints and designs with small details or lots of colors. Since the print soaks into the clothing fibers, it’s also very durable. To make sure the print stays vivid and crisp for a long time, read our care instructions and add this information to product descriptions in your store.

DTF (direct-to-film) printing

DTF printing uses water-based inks and adhesive powder to apply a design onto PET film. The design is then heat-transferred onto fabric with a heat press, resulting in vibrant, detailed prints. This method is especially great for bulky or outdoor apparel, providing long-lasting durability.

Embroidery

In recent years, embroidery is becoming increasingly popular, so it’s a good idea to think about adding embroidered products to your store as well. Embroidered apparel has an elegant, upscale look and can be positioned as premium pieces. Try out embroidery for text design, bold logos, and thick lines.

DTG printing and embroidery are available for 5 out of 6 of our top hoodies:

DTF printing is available for 1 out of 6 of our top hoodies:

- Premium Eco Hoodie

All-over print sublimation

All-over prints are best for print color combinations, patterns, large-scale designs, or solid color prints in shades that are otherwise unavailable. You can also use all-over printing to add your logo design anywhere you want.

Your design will be printed on fabric, and then cut and sewn together by our in-house team to create your perfect hoodie.

All-over print sublimation is available for:

- All-Over Print Unisex Hoodie

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Branding options

After you’ve chosen a great quality hoodie and picked a fulfillment method, it’s time to make your brand shine. Create a more professional look by adding an inside or outside label. Customizing hoodies with your company’s branding will strengthen your customer loyalty and work as free advertising for your brand every time they wear it.

Explore different branding options and create an unforgettable unboxing experience for your customers.

What’s the best hoodie for customization?

So who’s the winner? Of course, it’s the hoodie your customers will love!

To get it right, consider fabric composition, weight, fulfillment method, and, of course, pricing. Calculate your profit margins and figure out how much customers are ready to pay for a custom hoodie from your brand. To see your hoodie in real life and check the print quality, order samples.

If our 6 favorites don’t fit what you’re looking for, head to our product catalog to find the hoodie that matches your vision. Good luck and happy designing!

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Grete Grivina

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Grēte is a Senior Content Writer at Printful. After finishing a Master's degree in Creative Writing, she keeps expanding her knowledge in copywriting, translating, and editing.