Custom shirts on Gildan blanks · No minimum

Gildan Custom Shirts

Gildan custom shirts are the most cost-effective way to put your logo on a high-quality blank. Gildan is the most-ordered blank apparel brand in the US, trusted for its durable heavyweight cotton and consistent sizing across large runs. Arklavo decorates these blanks with embroidery, DTG, and heat press in our own US shop, with no minimum order and a free digital proof before we start. From $9.99 each.

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Free digital proof See your exact shirt before we make it.

No minimum order Order one or one thousand.

In-house decoration Embroidered or printed by our own US team.

Free US shipping On orders over $150.

Why businesses trust Arklavo

Proof, not promises

4.8 Rated 4.8 out of 5 by verified buyersVerified buyers, rated on Judge.me

1,000+

businesses served

5.7

average pieces per first order

1 in 5

business customers reorder

Star rating reflects live verified buyer reviews across our apparel range. Order figures are from Arklavo's own recent custom-apparel orders; most first orders we fill are a small sample run, not a bulk buy, which is why no minimum is real, not a slogan.

Custom shirts in four steps

Choose your Gildan style

Tees, polos, or fleece, embroidered or printed with your logo.

Add your logo

Upload in the customizer or send it to us.

Approve a free proof

We send a digital proof before production starts.

We make and ship

Decorated in house in 5 to 10 business days, then shipped with tracking, about 2 to 5 days anywhere in the US.

Live design studio

Design your custom Gildan shirt in minutes

No design experience needed. Upload your logo, drop in names or text, pick your colors and sizes, and see it on the shirt in a live preview, all in our own studio.

Upload your logoPick colors and sizesLive 3D preview

Upload your logo or add text Drop in your artwork or type names. We position it for you and send a proof.
Embroidery or printed finish Choose stitched embroidery or DTG and DTF print, plus your thread or ink colors for a clean, durable mark on heavyweight Gildan cotton.
Free proof before we make it Approve a digital proof of your exact shirt. No minimum, no setup fees.

Design your shirt

Names and text included at no extra cost.

Order more, pay less per shirt

Gildan custom shirts start at $9.99 each with no minimum and no setup fees. Standard bulk discounts apply as your quantity rises.

1 to 9

Full price

Single orders

10 to 23

5% off

Small teams

24 to 49

10% off

Clubs and crews

Embroidered or printed, up close

Every logo is decorated in our own US workshop. Pick raised, defined embroidery stitched directly into the fabric, or a sharp DTG and DTF print with bright color and fine detail. Gildan heavyweight cotton holds both decoration methods through heavy, repeated washing.

Embroidery or DTG and DTF print, your choice
No minimum and no setup or digitizing fees
Free digital proof before we run your order

Gildan tee or hoodie: which fits your team?

Two Gildan staples, both decorated in-house with no minimum and a free digital proof before we run your order.

Compare	Gildan teeGildan	Gildan hoodieGildan
Style	Classic tee, relaxed crew fit	Structured polo, collar and placket
Material	Heavyweight 100% cotton, 6.1 oz	Cotton-poly pique, holds shape
Fit	Roomy, true to size	Semi-fitted, slightly structured
Best for	High-volume events, teams, schools	Staff uniforms, corporate, hospitality
Sizes	Unisex, XS to 5XL	Unisex, XS to 3XL
Decoration	Embroidery, DTG, or DTF, no minimum	Embroidery, DTG, or DTF, no minimum
Stocked colors	White, black, navy, gray, and more	White, black, navy, charcoal, and more
From	$5.99 each	$29.99 each
	View Gildan beanies	View Gildan beanies

Single pieces start at $5.99 for a tee and $29.99 for a hoodie. Exact tiered pricing for your quantity comes back on your quote.

How your shirts are made

Real embroidery and print, decorated and finished in our own US shop on Gildan blanks.

Embroidery or print, your call

We embroider your logo directly into the fabric for a raised, durable finish, or run DTG and DTF print when you want full-color detail across the chest or back. Gildan heavyweight cotton holds both methods exceptionally well through repeated washing.

We digitize your artwork

Our team turns your logo into clean stitch files or print-ready art and sends you a proof to sign off on, so the result matches your brand exactly before anything is made.

Made to be worn hard

Gildan heavyweight cotton is built for daily wear and high-volume runs. Every shirt is finished and checked by hand in our US shop before it ships.

Case study

Gildan Custom Shirts Case Study: A Chicago Law Firm's Staff Apparel Order

Daniel, a partner at a small law firm in Chicago, needed gildan custom shirts for his staff without a minimum order or a three-week wait. He ordered through Arklavo's Gildan business-apparel line ,.

No minimum to startFree proof approvedSimple reorders

Read the full case study

Why custom shirts from Arklavo beat the usual options

Real stitched embroidery or print, no minimum, and days not weeks. It is a combination no promo shop, online marketplace, or local embroiderer offers all at once.

Option	Real stitched embroidery	No minimum	Days, not weeks
Promo shops	Sometimes	Often minimums	Varies
Online marketplaces	Varies by seller	Print only	Varies
Local embroiderer	Yes	Often a minimum	Often weeks
ArklavoBest value	Yes	Yes	Yes

Comparison reflects typical offerings in each category, not any single named company. Many no-minimum options apply only to printing or set a separate minimum for embroidery. Arklavo decorates a single shirt with no minimum, by embroidery or print.

What customers say about their custom Gildan shirts

The digital proof came back the same day and the stitching was crisp on all 50 shirts. Reordering for the next season was effortless.

Marcus T.

Director, youth sports program

No minimum meant we tested one shirt before the whole team order. The quality on the Gildan blank held up perfectly after a month of washes.

Renee G.

Owner, local restaurant

Exact color match to our brand and the embroidery still looks new after dozens of washes. Great value per shirt.

Chris L.

Operations manager, trades company

Market outlook

The custom apparel market is set to more than double by 2030

The market data lines up with what we see every week. Branded apparel is the biggest category in promotional products, and Gildan tees and fleece are a growing share of it as the blank runs deeper in the supply chain than almost any other brand. More teams and events are choosing heavyweight cotton for the durability and per-piece value, and they want it decorated without a fifty-piece minimum. That is the shift we built Arklavo around.

Conor SmartApparel Expert, Arklavo

13%: projected yearly growth of the decorated-apparel market through 2030
$68B: projected market size by 2030, up from $29B in 2023
40%+: share of the decorated-apparel market now decorated by embroidery, the finish most teams want on high-volume tees

Market figures: Grand View Research (decorated apparel market) and ASI Research (US promotional products), 2024. Interpretation by Arklavo.

Everything to know before ordering

Gildan custom shirts give you the highest volume at the lowest per-piece cost without giving up decoration quality. Gildan is the most-ordered blank brand in the US for tees, fleece, and polos because the heavyweight cotton holds embroidery and print through hard use, and the sizing is consistent enough to place a big run with confidence. Arklavo decorates these blanks with real stitched embroidery, DTG, and DTF in our own US shop, with no minimum and a free proof on every order.

Choosing your Gildan shirt style

Gildan tees are the go-to for high-volume runs, events, and school programs where you need consistent quality at a low per-piece cost. The Gildan 6000 heavyweight tee at 6.1 oz is the most-ordered blank in the US for a reason: it holds its shape and takes embroidery and print equally well. We also carry Gildan hoodies and sweatshirts for staff uniforms and team wear in a wider range of settings.

Embroidery, DTG, or DTF on Gildan blanks

We embroider your logo into the chest or sleeve for a raised, durable finish, or run DTG and DTF print when you want full color or fine detail. Embroidery holds up best for long-term staff wear and uniforms, while print suits large graphic designs and gradients. We digitize your artwork in house at no charge and send a proof before a stitch or drop of ink is applied.

No minimum, bulk pricing, and easy reorders

There is no minimum, so you can order a single shirt to check the color, fit, and decoration before committing to a full run. The price per shirt drops automatically as your quantity rises. We send a free digital proof before anything is made, and once your logo is on file, reorders take minutes.

Gildan custom shirts suit corporate teams, school programs, event staff, sports teams, trades crews, restaurants, gyms, and any setting where you need a large run at a dependable quality level. Embroidery looks sharp on a left chest or sleeve; full-color print covers big front graphics. Order one shirt to test fit and finish before a full run. Send your logo and quantity for a quote

Shirt sizing and fit

Gildan shirts are real apparel sizes, not one-size. We carry unisex XS to 5XL on most tee styles, with the exact range set by the Gildan style you pick. Here is how to size a run for a team.

Unisex XS to 5XL

Most Gildan tee styles run unisex XS to 5XL. Standard fit lands true to size. If your crew wants a roomier fit over a base layer, size up one. We can sort a full size run on your order, and youth sizes are available on select styles. Ask on your quote.

Custom beanie sizing guide showing cuffed and ribbed fit, 54 to 61 cm

Tee vs. polo fit

A Gildan tee is relaxed and roomy through the body, ideal for event wear and school programs. A Gildan hoodie gives the same reliable fabric with a heavier weight for cool-weather layering.

Built to hold up

Whether your logo is embroidered or printed, we set it to last through real use, so it will not crack, peel, or fade, wash after wash.

Wash cold and inside out, then tumble dry low or hang to dry to keep the cotton smooth and the decoration sharp.

Read the full shirt care guide

Frequently Asked Questions

What are gildan custom shirts and why do businesses choose them?

Gildan custom shirts are Gildan heavyweight blank tees, polos, and fleece decorated with your logo by Arklavo using embroidery, DTG, or heat press. Businesses choose them because Gildan is the most-ordered blank brand in the US, offering consistent sizing, durable heavyweight cotton, and a low per-piece cost that makes large event and team runs very affordable without sacrificing decoration quality.

Which Gildan styles does Arklavo decorate?

We work with the full Gildan lineup, including the Gildan 6000 and 5000 heavyweight tees, the Gildan 64800 polo, and Gildan fleece pullover and zip-up hoodies. If you have a specific Gildan style number in mind, include it on your quote request and we will confirm availability, color options, and the best decoration method for that fabric weight.

What decoration methods are available on Gildan blanks?

We offer three methods on Gildan blanks: embroidery for a raised, stitched finish that holds up through hard washing; DTG print for full-color designs with fine detail directly on the fabric; and heat press transfer for flat, vibrant prints ideal for large graphics. We recommend embroidery for staff uniforms and long-term team wear, and DTG or heat press for detailed artwork and event shirts.

Is there a minimum order quantity?

No. You can order a single shirt to check the fit, color, and decoration quality before committing to a larger run. There is no minimum on any order, and there are no setup fees or digitizing fees on top of the per-shirt price. Bulk discounts apply automatically at 10, 24, 50, 100, and 250 shirts, so the price per piece drops as your quantity grows.

How long does it take to get my custom shirts?

Most orders are decorated and ready to ship within 5 to 10 business days from proof approval. Standard US shipping then takes approximately 2 to 5 business days. If you have a deadline, include it on your quote request and we will confirm whether it is achievable before you place the order.

Do I get to see the design before my shirts are made?

Yes. Every order includes a free digital proof before any decoration begins. We send the proof to you for sign-off, showing the exact placement, size, and color of your logo on the shirt. No shirt is made until you approve it. There is no charge for the proof, and revisions to the proof are included.

How does bulk pricing work and when do discounts apply?

Discounts apply automatically based on the total quantity in your order: 5% off at 10 shirts, 10% off at 24, 15% off at 50, 20% off at 100, and 25% off at 250 or more. You do not need a code. The discount applies across mixed sizes and colors in a single order. Use FIRST15 for 15% off your very first order at any quantity.

What file format should I send for my logo?

The cleanest results come from a vector file, such as AI, EPS, or SVG, because it scales without losing quality. A high-resolution PNG or JPEG at 300 DPI or above works well too. If your logo only exists in a low-resolution format, our team will assess it and let you know what is possible. We handle all digitizing and art prep in house at no extra charge.

Can I order different sizes in the same order?

Yes. You can mix any combination of sizes in a single order, and the bulk discount is calculated on the total quantity, not on individual sizes. Most Gildan tee styles are available in unisex XS to 5XL. Polo and fleece ranges vary by style. Tell us your size split on the quote and we will confirm availability and price the full run for you.

Is shipping free?

Yes, US shipping is free on all orders over $150. Orders under $150 ship at a standard flat rate. All orders ship with tracking so you can monitor delivery. We ship to the continental US, Alaska, and Hawaii. For large bulk shipments, contact us for freight options and pricing via the quote form.

Can I reorder the same design later?

Yes. Once your logo and artwork are on file, reorders are straightforward. We keep your approved stitch file or print-ready art, so you skip the proof stage and go straight to production on a reorder. Just let us know the style, sizes, and quantity and we will turn it around. Reorder pricing follows the same tiered structure as your original order.

How do I get a price for my order?

The fastest way is to use our online customizer to build your order and see a live price, or you can submit a quote request with your logo, shirt style, quantity, and size split. We reply with a full itemized quote including decoration, any applicable bulk discount, and shipping. There is no obligation and the quote is free. Use FIRST15 at checkout for 15% off your first order.