Private Label Hoodie Production for High-Growth Clothing Brands

The distinction lies in the knitting machinery and loop yarn structure. 2-End Fleece utilizes two yarns (face yarn and loop yarn), making it lighter (240–300 GSM) but prone to fleece lint migrating to the print surface during heat pressing. 3-End Fleece adds a third internal tie yarn that binds the face and back loop tightly. This creates a denser, heavier fabric (350–500 GSM) with an exceptionally smooth outer face ideal for screen printing and high-stitch embroidery. French Terry leaves the back loops unbrushed (loopback), offering superior moisture breathability for climate-transitional collections.

Garment torque (when side seams twist toward the front after washing) occurs when tubular knits are improperly slit or tensioned during dyeing. We prevent this by using pre-slit open-width knitting, followed by automated stenter framing and bio-wash compacting. All cotton fleece batches undergo temperature-controlled pre-shrinking, keeping post-wash residual shrinkage below 2% to 3% across both warp and weft dimensions.

A complete tech pack should include: (1) Flat sketch/CAD with callouts, (2) Detailed Bill of Materials (BOM) detailing fleece GSM, ribbing composition, thread type, drawcords, eyelets, and zippers, (3) Graded measurement spec sheet (chest width, body length, shoulder drop, sleeve length, hood height, cuff height), (4) Pantone (TPX/TCX) color codes, and (5) Artwork placement files in vector format (.AI or .EPS). If you lack these, Tack Apparel's engineering team can create them for you based on physical samples or design reference images.

Yes. Our low 50-piece MOQ program accommodates custom Pantone lab-dip dyeing as well as specialty laundry wash effects including vintage pigment dyeing, acid wash, mineral wash, and enzyme stone washing. For specialty washes, we recommend using 100% cotton face yarns so the dye reactives breakdown evenly across seam lines.

Selection depends on design complexity and fabric GSM. For large, bold graphics on 400+ GSM fleece, High-Density Screen Printing or 3D Puff Screen Print delivers crisp raised edges that withstand washing. For high-detail multi-color photographic artwork, Direct-to-Film (DTF) transfers offer vibrant clarity without heavy ink feel. For luxury minimal logos, 3D Puff Embroidery (using backing foam underneath dense satin stitching) creates a high-end raised tactile look.

Unit pricing is determined by four primary cost drivers: (1) Fabric Yield & GSM: Heavier 500 GSM 100% cotton costs more per meter than 300 GSM poly-blend, (2) Order Quantity: Machine setup fees (cutting markers, screen setups, embroidery digitizing) are amortized across larger runs, reducing unit price significantly at 300, 1,000, and 5,000 unit tiers, (3) Decoration Complexity: Number of print locations and stitch counts, and (4) Custom Hardware & Packaging: Custom engraved metal aglets, rubber zip pulls, and custom printed polybags.

We provide standard DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) terms via Air Courier (DHL/FedEx, 4–7 business days) or Sea Freight / Ocean Cargo (20–35 days). Under DDP terms, Tack Apparel handles all export documentation, import customs clearance, tariffs, and localized freight delivery directly to your warehouse address with zero hidden fees on arrival.