Customised Hoodies
Why customised hoodies are a Staple for Brands, Events and Everyday Wear
From school leavers to start-up fashion labels, customised hoodies are everywhere right now, and for good reason. They offer a perfect mix of comfort, personality and design potential. Whether you’re looking to build your own brand clothing line or mark a special event, hoodies are a tried-and-tested favourite.
At Traditional Craft, we’ve been designing custom clothing for decades, and hoodies remain one of our most requested items. In this blog, we’re taking a closer look at what makes a great customised hoodie, who they’re for, and how you can create your own, from initial idea to finished product.
What Are Customised Hoodies?
Put simply, a customised hoodie is one that’s designed specifically for your brand, school, club or event. It could include your logo, a printed message, unique artwork, or even individual personalisation like names or initials.
More than just merch, these hoodies become wearable reminders of a moment, identity or community. They’re just as at home in a school leavers’ photo as they are on the shelves of a tourist shop.
Why Are Customised Hoodies So Popular?
Customised hoodies have taken off in recent years—and it’s not just because they’re warm and practical.
Here’s why people keep coming back for them:
- Versatile fit: Unisex styles work across age groups
- Everyday appeal: Hoodies are part of most people’s weekly wardrobe
- Large design area: The front, back and sleeves all offer space for creativity
- Strong identity: Custom designs make wearers feel part of a team, club or story
Whether you’re designing for a graduating class or launching your own brand clothing, hoodies offer that perfect mix of form and function.
Who Are Customised Hoodies For?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer here. We work with a wide range of customers, from schools and sports clubs to event organisers, businesses and fashion startups.
Here are just a few ways our clients use them…
School Leavers and Graduations
Printed with class names, school crests and signatures, personalised hoodies make brilliant keepsakes for sixth class or sixth year. We design these with both students and staff in mind, matching style with sentiment.
Own Brand Clothing and Merch
Hoodies are often the first garment added to a new brand’s collection. They are easy to size and style, and work brilliantly with screen printing or embroidery. Many of our clients start with hoodies, then expand into other custom clothing like t-shirts and beanies.
Events and Tourism
Festivals, tours and attractions often create customised hoodies as part of their retail offer. We’ve developed branded garments for everyone from local heritage centres to international zoos, each designed to suit their brand colours, logos and customer base.
What Goes Into a Great Custom Hoodie?
It’s more than just slapping a logo on a jumper. Here’s what makes a customised hoodie really stand out…
The Right Garment
Choosing the base hoodie matters. Do you want something soft and cosy? Lightweight and sporty? We offer a range of colours, fits and fabric types, so whether you’re going oversized, cropped, fleece-lined or zip-up, we’ll match the garment to the goal.
Design That Reflects Your Story
From bold graphics to simple embroidery, we help translate your brand or concept into a strong visual layout. We provide digital mock-ups so you can see how it all comes together before printing starts.
High-Quality Print or Embroidery
Depending on your design, we offer several customisation techniques:
- Screen printing for bold, vibrant colours
- Digital print for full-colour photo detail
- Embroidery for a premium stitched finish
We can also add names, initials or numbers—perfect for personalised hoodies.
In-House Expertise From Start to Finish
At Traditional Craft, we handle everything from design to delivery under one roof. This means faster lead times, more control over quality, and no guesswork for you.
Here’s what you can expect when you work with us
- Expert guidance on garment types and sizing
- Professional design support and mock-ups
- Clear pricing and production timelines
- Reliable fulfilment and delivery
Whether you’re ordering for 20 people or 2,000, we’ve got you covered.
Want to Build Your Own Brand?
If you’re launching a line of own brand clothing, hoodies are the perfect place to begin. You can test styles, gauge interest, and build hype without the complexity of a full fashion range.
We’ve helped many first-time founders create custom hoodies that look sharp, fit well, and represent their brand values. You can start with low minimum orders and grow as your brand takes off.
And with eco-friendly options like organic cotton and recycled polyester blends, we can help make your custom range sustainable too.
Personalised Hoodies with Meaning
One of the most rewarding things about making customised hoodies is seeing how much they mean to the people wearing them. Whether it’s students signing each other’s sleeves, a tourist buying a hoodie as a souvenir, or a young brand founder holding their first finished sample, there’s real pride in a garment made just for you.
Ready to Create Yours?
If you’re thinking about launching custom clothing, designing personalised hoodies, or building your own collection of own brand clothing, now’s the time to start.
We’re here to help you at every stage, from choosing the right garment to perfecting your design. Drop us a line and let’s bring your idea to life.
Let’s create something custom together.
Get in touch to start your project