In the ever changing fashion world, it is always nice to stay updated on the hot apparel trends, especially if you are customizing apparel with your company logo or design. Whether you want up to date apparel to wear around the office or whether you want to make sure your branded apparel is worn by those you give these items away to – logoed apparel should make a statement and should be up to date so recipients are more likely to wear these items. With that said, we are giving you the inside scoop of 2015’s forecast for hot apparel trends.
Performance Wear
In performance wear – as in moisture wicking, stain resistance, antimicrobial and UV protection items – apparel with moisture wicking, wrinkle resistance an stain resistance are the more popular items people are going after. This includes shirts as well as jackets. Compression tops are also starting to pique people’s interests. Even the decorating techniques for these items are gaining popularity. When decorating performance wear, stick with either a laser etching or heat transfer for a more natural look.
Polo Shirts
For polo shirts, the color blocking look is popular as well as a dye-sublimation design that creates an ombre look.
T-Shirts
If you are looking to brand t-shirts look for lighter-weight fabrics with moisture wicking and anti-microbial features. Wondering which colors are in? Look for heathered colors, pastels and neutrals.
Outerwear
Technical performance-enhanced pieces are on the rise. Transitional styles that can be worn with casual or workwear are also going to be popular. Other items gaining popularity are 3-in-1 jackets because of their versatility and being able to wear them in different climates. Also, heat sealing or lasering these items will become the trendy decoration method.
Headwear
There is always a style for everyone when it comes to headwear because there is always a variety to choose from. This is when we should pay attention to the unique branding locations that are popular. For 2015, it will be more popular to decorate on the side of the hat, the back or on the bill instead of the usual front and center.