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

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

MOQs vary by factory and decoration method, but most of our 1,500+ vetted factories start at 50-100 units per style per color for custom t-shirts. Some factories offer lower minimums for simple styles like crew neck tees in jersey knit. When you submit a brief, your production team will match you with a t-shirt factory whose MOQ fits your drop size, and they can negotiate flexibility depending on complexity and order volume.

Question 2

How much does a t-shirt sample cost, and how long does sampling take before production?

Accepted Answer

Sample cost and timeline are separate from your production lead time. Most factories charge a sample fee that covers fabric, cut-and-sew, and any decoration like screen print or embroidery. Your production team handles the sample brief so the factory builds exactly what you spec. Sampling typically takes 2-3 weeks depending on materials and decoration complexity. Once you approve the sample, production begins on its own timeline.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

After sample approval, production lead time for a standard short sleeve crew neck t-shirt in cotton or jersey knit generally runs 4-6 weeks. Orders with sublimation or multiple decoration methods like woven labels plus screen print may add 1-2 weeks. Your production team tracks every milestone from fabric sourcing through shipment and keeps you updated at each stage.

Question 4

Do you offer tiered pricing for t-shirt orders at different quantities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pricing tiers exist at common break points - 25, 50, 100, 250, and 500 units - with per-unit cost decreasing as volume increases. Your production team will return a detailed quote at each relevant tier once you submit a brief with your specs, so you can choose the quantity that fits your budget and inventory plan. We never claim to be the cheapest, but we help you find the best value from a vetted manufacturer.

Question 5

What does private label and white label t-shirt production include - woven labels, hangtags, packaging?

Accepted Answer

Private label scope on THE/STUDIO covers everything you need to brand your t-shirts as your own: woven neck labels, screen-printed care info, custom hangtags, and custom packaging like branded polybags, boxes, or mailers. You can bundle all branding elements into one order or choose them a la carte. Your production team includes each element in the brief so your white label tees arrive fully branded and retail-ready.

Question 6

Can I source specific materials like organic cotton or bamboo through THE/STUDIO?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. You can start from a brief describing the hand feel, weight, and performance you want - for example, a soft breathable bamboo tee or a GOTS-capable organic cotton crew neck - and your production team will source options from our factory network. If you already have a named-fabric tech pack specifying exact mill references and GSM, we can match that too. Available materials include cotton, bamboo, jersey knit, and organic cotton.

Question 7

Can you grade patterns from my custom measurements instead of using stock t-shirt templates?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you provide your own size specs or a graded measurement chart, our production team builds the tech pack from your measurements rather than relying on a factory's stock templates. This is essential for brands producing stacked tees, oversized fits, or any silhouette that departs from standard sizing. Pattern grading from your specs ensures every size in your run fits the way your brand intends.

Question 8

Can I mix sizes and colors within one t-shirt MOQ?

Accepted Answer

In most cases, yes. You can split your order across multiple sizes and colors within the same style, as long as each colorway meets the factory's per-color minimum. For example, if the manufacturing minimum is 100 units for a graphic tee, you might split that across four colors at 25 units each with a standard size spread in each. Your production team will confirm the exact breakdown when you submit your brief.

Question 9

Which t-shirt factories and manufacturing regions can I source from?

Accepted Answer

THE/STUDIO connects you to vetted t-shirt factories across major manufacturing regions including China, India, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Mexico, the Philippines, and the USA - including Los Angeles. Whether you need a domestic American manufacturer for faster lead times or an overseas factory for larger production runs, your team matches you with the right facility based on your brief, budget, and timeline.

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