Printing Planet UK
A branded hoodie does something a standard business card cannot: people wear it, keep it and are seen in it for years. For businesses of all sizes, from a two-person startup to a 200-person company, a well-designed custom hoodie is one of the most cost-effective branded items you can produce. Printing Planet UK in Putney prints and embroiders hoodies for London businesses with no minimum order and full artwork support.
Why Businesses Choose Hoodies Over T-Shirts
T-shirts are worn in summer; hoodies are worn year-round. A branded hoodie travels to the gym, the school gate, the supermarket and the commute, giving your logo far more daily impressions than any other wearable. Premium quality hoodies also signal something about your brand – they feel like a gift rather than a uniform, which means staff and customers actually want to wear them.
The practical benefits for businesses:
- Longer wearable season – autumn, winter and spring as well as summer
- Higher perceived value – easier to justify a £20-25 sell price at events or in an online shop
- Better retention – people rarely throw away a good quality hoodie
- Unisex and size-inclusive – available from XS to 5XL in most styles
Hoodie Styles for Business
Choosing the right blank hoodie is as important as the print. Here are the most popular options at Printing Planet UK:
| Style | Weight | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit of the Loom Heavy Blend Pullover | 240gsm | Budget corporate, charities, schools | Reliable, widely available in all sizes |
| Gildan Heavy Blend Pullover | 280gsm | Staff uniforms, event crew | Heavier and slightly more premium feel |
| AWDis JH001 Zoodie (zip hoodie) | 280gsm | Corporate gifts, retail bundles | Two-way zip, popular for customer giveaways |
| Stanley/Stella Drummer | 340gsm | Premium corporate, sustainability brands | Organic cotton, GOTS certified |
If you are representing a brand that cares about sustainability credentials, the Stanley/Stella range is worth the small extra cost per unit.
Placement Options
Where you put your branding matters as much as the design itself. Common placement options for business hoodies:
| Position | Method | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Left chest logo (A5) | Embroidery or DTF | Professional, subtle brand mark |
| Full back (A3) | DTF or DTG | Bold statement, event crew |
| Sleeve text | DTF or embroidery | Department name, website, tagline |
| Hood inner lining print | DTF | Surprise detail, premium gifting |
| Full front (A3) | DTF or DTG | Promotional, retail sale |
For corporate branded hoodies, the left chest embroidered logo is the industry standard. It reads as professional and holds up to repeated washing better than any print method.
Staff Gifting vs Staff Uniform: Different Approaches
These are two very different briefs and they call for different thinking.
Staff gifting (Christmas, onboarding packs, milestones): Choose a premium blank, go for the embroidered chest logo and consider adding the individual’s name on the sleeve. The goal is a hoodie that feels personal. Budget for £25-35 per hoodie fully decorated.
Staff uniform: Function over feel. A durable mid-weight blank with a print or embroidery that holds up to daily wear and frequent washing. Keep the design simple and ensure your brand colours are accurately matched. Budget for £18-28 per hoodie at 25+ units.
Tip: Order a size run sample before committing to large quantities. Hoodie sizing varies between brands and a misfit return is costly. Printing Planet UK can supply single-piece samples before production.
Pricing Guide
Hoodie prices below are based on a standard pullover blank with a single DTF print (full front or full back):
| Quantity | Price Per Hoodie (inc. print) |
|---|---|
| 1 | £38 |
| 10 | £30 |
| 25 | £25 |
| 50 | £21 |
| 100 | £18 |
Embroidery adds approximately £3-5 per piece depending on stitch count. Additional placements (for example chest + back) are priced separately. Call Printing Planet UK on 020 3669 9854 for a precise quote based on your artwork and blank choice.
The Reorder Process
One of the biggest advantages of ordering through Printing Planet UK is that we keep your artwork on file. Repeat orders do not require you to re-upload files or re-approve artwork. Call or email with your size run, confirm the blank and colour, and we go straight to production. Reorder lead times are typically one to two working days faster than new orders.
Ready to get started? Visit our Putney studio at SW15 3BD or order online. You might also find these guides helpful: