12 Winter Trends
1. Athleisure
For those of us working from home during the pandemic, athleisure is the perfect way to stay comfortable - if we absolutely NEED to change out of our pajamas! Think leggings joggers, and easy to wear tops.
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Boxercraft Women’s Love ‘Em Leggings - S08
J. America Triblend Fleece Joggers - 8878
Alternative Women’s Eco-Jersey Hooded Warm-Up Wrap - 2835
Comfort Colors Garment-Dyed Heavyweight Hooded Long Sleeve T-Shirt - 4900
Tips for Decorating: Keep it comfortable with a lightweight application such as Vintage Wash or Howard Hot Peel.
2. Matching Sets
Matching sweats are back in a big way. Brands like Alternative, American Apparel, and more are currently offering trendy options.
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Alternative Eco-Fleece Dodgeball Pants - 9881
Alternative Women’s Adrian Eco-Fleece Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt - 9573
American Apparel Flex Fleece Unisex Sweatpants - RSAF400W
American Apparel Flex Fleece Unisex Drop-Shoulder Sweatshirt - F496W
Tips for Decorating: Go bold! Decorate matching sets with bold, coordinating graphics. Think text down the pant leg and a large full-front design.
3. Cropped Tops
Cropped tops are still popular heading into next season. Don’t want to show too much? Look for some long line options that give the same effect.
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Next Level Women’s Long Sleeve Modest Crop - 7481S
Independent Trading Co. Women’s Lightweight Cropped Hooded Sweatshirt - AFX64CRP
Independent Trading Co. Women’s Lightweight Pullover Crop Windbreaker - EXP64CRP
Boxercraft Women’s Cropped Kara Pullover - R01
Tips for Decorating: With less room to decorate the front of the garment, try an unexpected sleeve print.
4. Metallic
Metallic will be a big trend this winter. Badger is offering a line of shirts, sweatshirts, and pullovers with a pop of metallic along the sleeves. Other brands like Liberty Bags have metallic options in an array of colors.
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Badger Metallic Print T-Shirt - 4128
Liberty Bags Metallic Tote - FT003M
Augusta Sportswear Satin Baseball Jacket Striped Trim - 3610
Liberty Bags Metallic Neoprene Koozie - FT007M
Tips for Decorating: To offset the metallic finish of the substrate, choose a transfer with a matte finish like Howard Multi-Purpose or colorVIBE DTF.
5. Dark Tie Dye
Tie dye made a huge comeback this summer and into the fall. Darker colored options for winter will keep this old favorite on trend.
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Independent Trading Co. Midweight Tie-Dye Hooded Sweatshirt - PRM4500TD
Dyenomite Crystal Tie Dye T-Shirt - 200CR
Dyenomite LaMer Over-Dyed Crinkle Tie Dye T-Shirt - 640LM
Dyenomite Tie Dye Hooded Pullover T-Shirt - 430VR
Tips for Decorating: To avoid bleed-through, choose an opaque application such as Howard Multi-Purpose. If you need something stronger, colorVIBE Hybrid offers an add-on dye-blocking backer.
6. Cardigans
Functional and easy to wear, the traditional cardigan gets an update for winter with these options made of fleece, sweatshirt, and other easy to decorate fabrics.
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JERZEES NuBlend Cardigan Sweatshirt - 773MPR
Weatherproof Women’s Vintage Cotton Cashmere Cardigan - W173780
BELLA + CANVAS Unisex Triblend Cardigan - 3900
Boxercraft Women’s Cuddle Fleece Cardigan - L08
Tips for Decorating: To avoid scorching on synthetic materials and polyester blends, choose a low temperature application like Howard Multi-Purpose, which applies as low as 310 degrees F.
7. Flannel/Plaid
Flannel is always a warm, winter staple. There are plenty of buffalo plaid pattern options trending that we’ve seen the last few years. For something new this year, check out the flannel hooded jacket below.
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Burnside Quilted Flannel Full-Zip Hooded Jacket - 8620
Burnside Yard-Dyed Long Sleeve Flannel Shirt - 8210
Boxercraft Women’s Flannel Shorts - F42
Boxercraft Flannel Pants with Pockets - F24
Tips for Decorating: To make your artwork stand out against the pattern of the substrate, choose a design using big, bold lettering or art.
8. Color Blocking
The color blocking trend can be as subtle or obvious as you want with options from Independent Trading Co., BELLA + CANVAS, and more.
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Independent Trading Co. Water-Resistant Lightweight Windbreaker - EXP54LWZ
BELLA + CANVAS Jersey Pocket Tee - 3021
T-Tees 11L Tri-Color Tote - Q125900
Weatherproof Vintage Colorblocked Hooded Rain Jacket - 20601
Tips for Decorating: Less is more. With a bold color blocking garment, go easy with the graphics.
9. Natural Tones
Earthy, natural tones are having a moment. Find your favorite options with either cool or warm undertones.
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Independent Trading Co. Unisex Lightweight Hooded Sweatshirt - AFX90UN
Independent Trading Co. Water-Resistant Hooded Windbreaker - EXP95NB
JERZEES NuBlend Crewneck Sweatshirt - 562MR
BELLA + CANVAS Unisex Sponge Fleeze Full-Zip Hoodie - 3739
Tips for Decorating: With cool and warm undertones, depending on which garment you select, choose the right colors for application. To avoid contrasting colors, request color samples before placing your order.
10. Animal Print
Does animal print ever go out of style? Find updated versions of your favorites, below - including a trendy leopard print face mask.
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Carmel Towel Company Animal Print Velour Beach Towel - C3060A
Sportsman Youth Maverick Adjustable Comfort Face Mask - MAV25Y
Dyenomite Tiger Stripe T-Shirt - 200TS
Alternative Women’s Eco-Jersey Ideal Tee - 1940
Tips for Decorating: To make your artwork stand out against the pattern of the substrate, choose a design using big, bold lettering or art.
11. Sherpa
Nothing says warm and cozy like the comforting feeling of sherpa. From a traditional pullover, to a sherpa lined zip-up hoodie S&S Activewear has plenty of options to keep your customers warm this winter.
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J. America Women’s Epic Sherpa Quarter-Zip Pullover - 8451
Boxercraft Everest Blanket - FQ01
Independent Trading Co. Sherpa Lined Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt - EXP40SHZ
J. America Boundary Shag Frosty Sherpa Quarter-Zip Pullover - 8464
Tips for Decorating: To avoid scorching or distorting the fabrics, choose a transfer with a low temperature application. Howard Multi-Purpose can apply as low as 310 degrees F.
12. Bomber Jacket
A new twist on an old favorite. These bomber jackets offer an interesting take on tradition.
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Champion Unisex Bomber Jacket - CO100
Next Level Unisex PCH Bomber Jacket - 9700
Weatherproof Women’s Heat Last Quilted Packable Bomber - W21752
Independent Trading Co. Lightweight Bomber Jacket - EXP52BMR
Tips for Decorating: Pair a left chest design on the front with a full graphic on the back. To get more bang for your buck, you can gang your artwork onto one sheet. Choose from four gang sheet sizes.