So you need a vintage-style tee for your custom designs to be printed, don't you?
We've been in the business for over ten years and have seen plenty of vintage and retro-style custom t-shirts in production. This printing style is always so cool, so we get the hype.
There are plenty of options on the market regarding the well-loved look that comes with a vintage-style shirt, but we've narrowed down a list of some top-tier contenders.
Best styles for your custom vintage t-shirts
We've been in business for over a decade and printed on many different styles and brands of t-shirts, so we've narrowed down some of your best options for picking out a vintage-style shirt for any of your custom t-shirt needs. We'd love to share some of our knowledge to help you make an informed decision. Here are some of the best shirts to print on for a custom vintage look, in no particular order.
1. Next Level Apparel 6010
First up on the list of the top vintage-style t-shirts for custom printing is the Next Level Apparel 6010 Triblend Crew.
Here are the details that make this one of the best choices:
Materials:
- Made with 50% polyester, 25% cotton, and 25% rayon (tri-blend)
- Heathered, well-worn look
- Earlier mentioned "tri-blend" fabric ensures comfort and softness- learn more about what a tri-blend tee is here!
Color choices:
- Comes in 16 retro colors, including Macchiato, Desert Pink, Venetian Gray, Military Green, Envy, Black Forest, Tahiti Blue, Vintage Turquoise, Indigo, Vintage Royal, Vintage Black, Vintage Navy, Heather White, Premium Heather, Vintage Purple, and Vintage Red.
Sizes:
- Offered in sizes XS-3XL
With this tee, you’ll get that “I’ve had this t-shirt forever” look without the scratchy old shirt feel.
2. Bella + Canvas 3413
The second mention on our list of top vintage-style shirts for printing is the Bella + Canvas 3413 Unisex Triblend tee.
Materials:
- Triblend fabric, which ensures softness and comfort
- 50% polyester, 25% cotton, 25% rayon
- Short-sleeved crewneck that can be the canvas for any custom design
Color choices:
- They are offered in 50+ colors, including Brick, Mauve, Clay, Athletic Grey, Tan, Orange, Brown, Peach, Sand Dune, Oatmeal, Mustard, Olive, Pale Yellow, Yellow Gold, Military Green, Green, Grass Green, Solid Forest, Dusty Blue, Mint, Sea Green, Emerald, Teal, Aqua, Ice Blue, Denim, Steel Blue, True Royal, Blue, Solid Navy, Grey, Solid Black, Solid White, White Fleck, Charcoal-Black, Storm, Purple, Solid Dark Grey, Lilac, Espresso, Orchid, Berry, Maroon, Solid Maroon, Pink, Cardinal, Red, Solid Red, and Black Heather.
Sizes:
- Offered in sizes XS-3XL
Fashionable and functional, these tees are a great option for that vintage look and feel.
Also, this tee is offered in almost five times the number of colors than Next Level 6010. More options available = more "fits" for your branding and designs.
3. Alternative Apparel 1973
Lastly, the third shirt on our list of top vintage-style shirts for printing is the Alternative Apparel 1973 Eco-Jersey Crew.
Materials:
- Triblend fabric, which ensures softness and comfort
- 50% polyester, 12% rayon, 38% cotton
- Bound collar and blind stitching on sleeves and hem
- Eco-friendly option with the use of recycled fabrics
Color choices:
- They are offered in 10+ colors, including Eco-True Army Green, Eco-True Green, Eco-True Navy, Eco-Pacific Blue, Eco-Light Grey, Eco-True Deep Purple, Eco-Black, Eco-Grey, Eco-True Black, and Eco-Red.
Sizes:
- Offered in sizes S-3XL
Sustainability meets softness with this classic tee that will become a vintage staple instantly after you put it on.
It's a shirt you can feel good about and in.
You’ve got several custom vintage options- now what?
Kick it old school in a brand new way.
You learned about some of the best vintage-style tees on the market, but there are more options out there (the internet is a treasure trove), so what do you do now?
We've been in the biz since 2009, so we know a thing or two about custom apparel and screen printing.
Ready to start your vintage custom shirt journey? We can help with that. Contact one of our incredible product specialists today. They're here to help you learn even more about custom vintage tees and point you in the right direction.