Name: Custom polo t-shirt
Brand: THE/STUDIO
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What is the minimum order quantity for custom polo t-shirts, and is it firm per style or color?

Accepted Answer

MOQs typically start at 50 units per style and colorway, though this can vary by factory and fabric. When you submit a brief through THE/STUDIO, your production team will match you with a polo tshirt manufacturer whose MOQ fits your drop size. Some factories flex lower for initial runs, especially when you're sampling before committing to a full production order.

Question 2

How much does a polo t-shirt sample cost, and how long does it take to receive?

Accepted Answer

Sample cost and timeline depend on the complexity of your design and the factory producing it. Generally, expect a sample within 2-3 weeks once your brief and tech pack are finalized. Sampling is a separate step from production, so you can review fit, fabric hand, and decoration quality - whether that's embroidery, screen print, or woven labels - before approving a full run. Your production team handles the back and forth so revisions stay on track.

Question 3

What is the typical production lead time for a custom polo t-shirt order?

Accepted Answer

After sample approval, production lead times generally run 4-6 weeks depending on order size and decoration methods. For example, a 250-unit collared polo run in cotton with embroidered chest logos and custom packaging would typically land around 5 weeks. Your THE/STUDIO production team tracks every milestone and keeps you updated from fabric cutting through shipment.

Question 4

How does tiered pricing work at 25, 50, 100, 250, and 500 units?

Accepted Answer

Unit cost decreases as quantity increases, and THE/STUDIO provides tiered pricing at break points of 25, 50, 100, 250, and 500 units. Rather than publishing fixed prices, your production team returns a detailed quote after you submit a brief with your specs - fabric choice (cotton, bamboo, jersey knit, organic cotton), decoration methods, and any custom packaging. This way pricing reflects your exact design, not a generic estimate.

Question 5

What does private label and white label scope include - woven labels, hangtags, packaging?

Accepted Answer

Private label and white label services cover woven neck labels, printed care labels, custom hangtags, and branded packaging such as polybags, boxes, or mailers. You can bundle everything into one brief or request items a la carte. Your production team coordinates all branding elements with the manufacturing partner so every touchpoint carries your brand, not the factory's.

Question 6

Can you source materials from a brief, or do I need a named-fabric tech pack?

Accepted Answer

Either approach works. If you have a specific fabric spec - say a 180gsm organic cotton pique - include it in your tech pack and your team will source it. If you're starting from scratch, just describe what you're after in your brief (breathable, soft hand, sustainable) and your production team will present material options like bamboo, jersey knit, or GOTS-capable organic cotton and send swatches for approval before manufacturing begins.

Question 7

Can you grade patterns from my custom measurements instead of stock polo templates?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. If you provide your own size specs or a graded measurement chart, our team will build the tech pack around your fit - whether that's a slim fit, raglan shoulder, or an oversized collared silhouette. You're not locked into a factory's stock patterns. Custom grading means your polo t-shirts fit the way your customers expect, across every size in your range.

Question 8

Can I mix sizes and colors within one MOQ for a single polo t-shirt style?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can split your order across multiple sizes and colorways within one style, as long as you meet the per-color MOQ set by the factory. For instance, a 200-unit run of short sleeve polo t-shirts could be divided across three colors and five sizes. Outline your size and color breakdown in your brief and your production team will confirm the split with the manufacturer before production starts.

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