Tips for Designing a Best-Selling Personalised T-shirt

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Looking to create personalised t-shirts that capture the spirit of your next event?

Bespoke Medals can help you turn your ideas into unforgettable t-shirts, perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a charity run, a school club or a company retreat, here are some key tips to ensure your personalised t-shirts are a smash hit.

Keep it Functional

Bespoke Medals is your one-stop shop for creating unforgettable personalised t-shirts.

The foundation of a great personalised t-shirt is a comfortable, high-quality material. People are more likely to wear and keep a t-shirt they enjoy wearing and that’s why we only use only the best materials, like Roly Camimera 100% Polyester Technical Short Sleeved T-Shirts.

These breathable, moisture-wicking shirts are ideal for active events, keeping attendees cool and comfortable. Looking for an eco-friendly option? We now offer 100% recycled tech t-shirts as well!

Alternatively, we have a range of classic cotton t-shirts too. Our personalised cotton t-shirts are perfect for casual events and come in a variety of colours, with the option for printing on both sides for maximum impact. These shirts feature a comfortable short-sleeved design with a double-layer crew neck and reinforced seams.

All of our personalised t-shirts are available in a wide range of colours and sizes, meaning none of your participants will miss out.

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Embrace the Event

The first step to designing a winning personalised t-shirt is to infuse it with the essence of your event. Here are some ideas to get you started, tailored to different event types –

  • Charity Runs & Races: Incorporate the official race logo or slogan into your design, as well as motivational quotes or race distances to create a sense of accomplishment.  Also consider adding the logo of event sponsors, not only does this help to demonstrate your collaborative efforts, it spreads brand awareness for both you and your sponsors.
  • School Clubs: Show your club pride! Incorporate your club’s logo, mascot or slogan into the design. Let members personalise their shirts with names or nicknames. For sports teams, consider adding jersey numbers or team colours.
  • Trade Shows & Conferences: Businesses can use personalised t-shirts for branding and promotions at trade shows and conferences. Include company logos, slogans, or contact information on the shirts for increased visibility.
  • Festivals & Concerts: Music festivals, cultural celebrations and themed concerts can all benefit from personalised t-shirts. Designs could incorporate logos, band names, festival locations or funny references to the event.

Pro Tips for Flawless Personalisation

Now that you’ve got the event theme in mind, let’s translate that into a stunning t-shirt design! 

People are drawn to clear, concise designs. Avoid cluttering your t-shirt with overly intricate details or busy graphics that might get lost during printing. Focus on a bold logo, a clear message, or a catchy slogan. Think of your t-shirt design like a poster for your event,it needs to be easy to understand at a glance.

Resist the urge to cram your t-shirt with text. A simple slogan, motivational quote or funny saying will have a much stronger impact than a paragraph of text. People simply won’t stop to read a novel on your shirt! If you do need to include some explanatory text, keep it short, clear and use a large, easy-to-read font.

Also, remember that contrast is key and will make your design stand out. Choose colours that provide clear contrast with the t-shirt itself. Black might not show up well on dark colours like navy or green, and white can get lost on light colours like yellow or pink.

Design Placement

Think carefully about where you add your design. Consider how the t-shirt will be worn and what elements might obscure any key information.

Some events, like running races, often involve placing a race number on the front of the shirt, which could cover up a large portion of your design. In this case, consider using the back of the t-shirt for your main design and reserving the front for a smaller logo or event information. 

Avoid placing large designs on areas that might bunch or wrinkle when someone moves, typically centre chest or back placements are generally more comfortable for all-day wear.

If you’re incorporating photos, graphics or mascots into your design, ensure they are high-resolution and clear. Blurry or pixelated images will result in a poor-quality print, detracting from the overall look of your t-shirt.

The quality of your final product will depend on the quality of the image you start with. Use high-resolution photos or graphics designed for print as well as making sure that your image is sized correctly for the area you want it to print on.

Design Your T-Shirts with Bespoke Medals

Design custom t-shirts, choose your fabric, size and enjoy high-quality printing with Bespoke Medals.

Plus, with our Free Design Service, our in-house experts will provide support through each stage of your custom T-shirt design, ensuring that your logos, images and colouring are all optimised for a final product that your recipients will love.

Contact Bespoke Medals today and let’s get started designing the perfect t-shirts for your next event!

Written by: Extra Mile

Published on: 12 December 2024

Categories: Uncategorised