T-Shirt Imprint Locations
T-shirts have 7 different locations to print your logo. Typically, one print area is included in the cost for a bulk order, but you can always add extra areas if needed.
T-shirt imprint locations include:
Are you ordering custom apparel? If so, it’s important to know a thing or two about imprint areas. The factories that print your clothing will add the custom design to a specific area. This location varies from item to item.
Do you want to know exactly where your design is going to be printed? Use our handy guide to break down print locations for imprinted t-shirts and other apparel.
The entire front
The entire back
Across the chest
Across the top back
Front pocket (usually on the right side of the shirt)
Short sleeve (one sleeve or both)
Long sleeve (one sleeve or both)
The size of the graphic will vary depending on the shirt size, cut (men’s, women’s, or youth) and the t-shirt imprint location. For example, if you’re printing on the entire front of the shirt, the graphic will be about 11″ x 12.5″.
Polo Shirt Imprint Locations
The logo or design on custom polo shirts is typically smaller than it is on printed t-shirts and jackets. This design will appear on the right front pocket area.
Why is the design printed on the front pocket for custom polo shirts? This is so that the design doesn’t interfere with the buttons that come down the middle.
Hoodie Imprint Locations
Your logo or design will be printed on the front, back, or sleeves of custom hoodies. It really just depends on what the factories specify and whether or not your sweatshirts pull over or have zippers.
Hoodie imprint locations include:
Front center
Back of hoodie
On the pocket
Across the chest
Across the top back
Shoulder
Arm
The front center of the hoodie is the most noticeable area to print, but a design on the sleeve, back or pocket can look stylish as well. You really can’t go wrong with your decision!
Jacket Imprint Locations
Your custom design is printed on the left or right side of the jacket’s zipper or buttons. With that said, the print won’t be as large as it would be on custom t-shirts or pullover hoodies.
Jacket imprint locations include:
Right pocket
Left pocket
Sleeve
Back
These imprint locations also apply to quarter zip or half zip pullovers. The print area is about the size of a small front pocket, so make sure your design works within those parameters!
Can You Change the Imprint Location on Custom Clothing?
No, you cannot change the imprint location. The factories that print your custom clothing have certain restrictions from the machines they’re using. They specify the imprint area ahead of time. Once it’s set, it can’t be altered.
How is the Design Added to Custom Clothing?
All custom clothing, from t-shirts to socks, are customized using one of these imprint methods:
- 1screen printing
- 2Dye sublimation
- 3Pad printing
- 4Heat transfer
- 5Embroidery
Many of these processes include 1 free ink color for your design, while others come with unlimited ink colors. Imprint colors vary from product to product, so be sure to ask questions while you’re ordering!
The Bottom Line
The main thing to remember when ordering custom apparel is that the imprint location is always different. Ultimately, the factories set this area ahead of time to make sure your design looks as amazing as possible. Do your homework before you order so there are no surprises!
Alyssa Mertes
Alyssa Mertes is an expert on branded swag. She's done it all, from uncovering the world's first custom tote bag to interviewing the designer who created AC/DC's logo. Her work has been featured on several podcasts and media websites.
