The Most Popular Styles for Fall and Winter
A nip in the air, pumpkin spice lattes everywhere, and Halloween candy tempting us at the grocery store … Yep, fall has arrived!
That means it’s time to stock up on cold weather wear for your team, corporate clients or retail customers. Jackets, hoodies, beanies and vests are all great options for branded apparel.
One of our favorite cold weather fabrics is fleece. A true wardrobe essential (looking at your capsule closet enthusiasts!) fleece is versatile, cozy and durable. It’s an especially great choice for team members who work outdoors.
“From elevated everyday wear to innovative fabric blends and sustainable manufacturing, fleece has become a canvas for creativity and functionality,” according to Impressions magazine.
A branded fleece is great for employees who spend their days on Zoom calls, for team members who work outside, and for staff who want to pair their fleece with slacks for a more dressed-up look.
The many faces of fleece
Fleece itself certainly isn’t new, but fabric innovations are giving fleece a new lease on life as business wear. In keeping with overall industry trends, more and more businesses are interested in sustainable options – both the fabric and the production process.
For example, JERZEES ECO Premium Blend Fleece is made from a mix of 100-percent recycled polyester and sustainably sourced, USA-grown cotton.
Other companies are producing even softer fleece options and moisture-wicking fabrics.
Neutrals like heather grays, off-white and natural bone shades continue to be popular choices along with nature-inspired shades of green and blue.
Forget choosing from a handful of sizes or styles. Companies are responding to demand for more women’s options, inducing a wide range of sizes and modest styles appropriate for all ages.
When it comes to putting your logo or graphic on fleece, direct-to-film (DTF) transfers and direct-to-garment (DTG) printing are the top choices. [Learn more about the different printing options and which one is right for your organization.]
Even popular apparel brand Bella+Canvas has a Street Fleece Collection that “melds high-end fashion, comfort, fit and functionality.” The collection of pullovers, sweatshirts, full-zip hoodies, jogger sweatpants and cropped crew sweatshirts comes in 50 colors. Items are made with the company’s signature super-soft sponge fleece fabric.
And here in Charleston, we love that fleece fabrics are available in light, medium and heavy weight options. Those light and midweight ones are perfect for a cool fall morning or more mild winter weather.
For more than fleece
Looking beyond fleece to other cold weather gear? You have a ton of options.
This article from S&S Activewear highlights 6 popular looks for fall and winter.
If you want to be totally on trend and wearing what all the cool college kids are, opt for a heavyweight tee (his look) or a varsity jacket (her look).
Heavyweight tees are a great choice for uniforms or for team members working in construction or landscaping as they’re durable and long-lasting.
For a hint of nostalgia, put your logo on a varsity jacket. This is an especially fun choice for brands in the music or entertainment industries or if you’re marketing merch to a younger crowd.
Canvas jackets aren’t just for hiking or fishing! DRI DUCK, Columbia and Gorpcore all have lifestyle canvas jackets. Branded jackets make coveted corporate gifts, especially if you’re in the outdoor industry. It’s also a good choice for breweries and pubs that have that rugged yet trendy vibe.
For your female customers, vendors or employees, you can’t go wrong with the Columbia Shirt Jacket – known as the “shacket.” It’s 100% cotton with a nylon taffeta lining. It’s soft, durable and sure to be a closet staple.
Order your fall and winter weather items now. Don’t get caught out in the cold without high-quality branded apparel.
Need some help deciding on what items are best for your organization? Garment gurus to the rescue! Request a quote or stop by our showroom (1758 Ashley River Road in Charleston).
