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THE ESSENTIAL WHOLESALE APPAREL GLOSSARY

THE ESSENTIAL WHOLESALE APPAREL GLOSSARY

Posted: January 9, 2017 |

The t-shirt is a staple in everyone’s wardrobe. This classic item of clothing provides a blank canvas for entrepreneurs, organizations, and volunteer groups to create their own unique designs. Because of this, the screen printing and embroidery industry has become a booming business. But, before you create your first product, you must learn the lingo of the industry. So, if you’ve been thinking about starting your own embroidery or screen printing business, this guide will help teach you ... [ read more ]

The Benefits of Buying Wholesale Apparel from The Adair Group

The Benefits of Buying Wholesale Apparel from The Adair Group

Posted: December 30, 2016 |

There are hundreds of t-shirt and clothing websites claiming to offer the best stock of cheap t-shirts at the best prices. With so many sites and stores out there, why should you trust The Adair Group with your order? We Keep Our Promises Other sites claim to have a huge range of different sizes and styles of wholesale t-shirts in stock ready to ship to you. Unfortunately, most of the time this isn’t the case. Most of these sites are just “drop shippers”—virtual stores that wait for or... [ read more ]

Holiday Gift Guide: Wholesale Clothing for Holiday Gifts

Holiday Gift Guide: Wholesale Clothing for Holiday Gifts

Posted: December 6, 2016 |

‘Tis the season to be jolly and to start thinking about the perfect gift for that special someone or for several special people in your life. With a wide variety of choices to show your recipients that you care, how do you narrow it down to a single choice? Clothing is always a popular choice for a gift, but this choice can come with a risk. What if the person does not like the clothing? What if it is the wrong size? The wrong color? What if the clothing is a bit more costly than you wi... [ read more ]

How to Start a Softball League Together

How to Start a Softball League Together

Posted: December 2, 2016 |

From the youngest of athletes to seniors hoping to stay active, one immovable fact spans the life cycle—things are more fun when you get a free t-shirt. Road races, volunteer opportunities, team sports—you name it, the t-shirt makes it. Softball leagues are no exception. The uniform, however informal, inspires a sense of unity, pride in athletic ability, and serves as a beacon to all: “I’ve earned free pizza after the game I’ve played.” If you’re hoping to create this opportunit... [ read more ]

A History of the Pullover Hoodie

A History of the Pullover Hoodie

Posted: November 29, 2016 |

We grab them on a cold evening to feel our warmest. We don them on the sports field or after the gym to stay warm. More recently, they’ve taken on a political tilt, representing rebellion and power. They’re hooded sweatshirts, and they have a more storied history than most of us are aware. We value them for comfort and admire them for practicality, but how did they come to the status they occupy in our society? The hoodie’s story begins in 1920 when Russell Athletics created the fir... [ read more ]

Popular Colors for the Fall Season

Popular Colors for the Fall Season

Posted: November 10, 2016 |

Summer’s last breath is slowly fading into autumn’s cool whisper. Leaves are rusting and falling, their job as shade completed for the season. Days are shortening, nights are growing longer. Chopped wood for fires during the coldest months is starting to stack up on the side of houses across the U.S. It’s time to prepare for the cool and the cold ahead, and your wardrobe is one area where spring and summer colors are no longer hot. Stay Down to Earth Fall colors for clothing tend... [ read more ]

How Clothing Became a Marketing Medium

How Clothing Became a Marketing Medium

Posted: October 27, 2016 |

Clothing is no longer just a way to cover our bodies. It has become a reflection of who we are, expressing our individuality and our interests. Not content with just matching colors, we want to show others our likes and dislikes. We want to evoke a reaction in others, and we want to be associated with a certain feeling or activity inherent with wearing a certain brand. We still value quality, but that is not enough. We want the “vibe” associated with certain brands. This desire is ref... [ read more ]

Choosing the Perfect Blank T-Shirts

Choosing the Perfect Blank T-Shirts

Posted: September 19, 2016 |

T-shirts are one of the most common articles of clothing out there – not exactly surprising, considering how versatile they are in terms of style and use.  They’re great for work shirts, hanging out at the beach, a casual night out, special group events, and more.  Their simplicity and the ability to wear them to do so many different things makes them great for designers to imagine countless style creations. Blank t-shirts are particularly versatile because they provide you w... [ read more ]

The History of the T-Shirt Design

The History of the T-Shirt Design

Posted: September 9, 2016 |

95% of Americans wear them weekly. Our closets are filled with them. They’re a go-to souvenir when we travel somewhere new. And, as prime candidates for donation when our wardrobes get too full, they often live multiple lives. Though, according to a survey, the decision to make a donation is a fraught one; 9 in 10 Americans have at least one they can’t part with for sentimental reasons. They’re t-shirts: convenient, incredibly varied, and each one feels as though it has a unique story b... [ read more ]

Marketing Your Business with Custom T-Shirts

Marketing Your Business with Custom T-Shirts

Posted: July 26, 2016 |

Marketing a business is like participating in a creative writing competition. There really aren’t any rules to success. You just need to make sure that your work stands head and shoulders above the rest. In simpler words, the primary aim of any marketer is to ensure that the product or service catches the eye of the potential customers. Marketers often resort to the media to make their marketing campaigns a huge success. There is no denying the fact that the television, radio, internet, and ... [ read more ]