The global custom t-shirt printing market size is estimated to reach USD 9.82 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 11.5% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing preference for fashionable, customized, and unique clothing, as well as rising disposable income within the young population, are major factors driving demand for custom t-shirts worldwide. Customized t-shirts are primarily targeted toward the young population as these t-shirts allow them to design a t-shirt matching their style, personality, and preference.

Customized sportswear and trendy gym clothes are becoming more popular as people are getting into the athleisure trend. Sports teams and clubs of almost all sports worldwide have started wearing custom-designed jerseys and t-shirts with their unique logo and design. Every sporting club is nowadays following the trend to provide a unique appearance to their team players and increase their team's visibility. Sports-related activities across countries such as Germany, China, and India are witnessing significant growth with increasing investments by governments of these countries in sporting activities. As a result, the demand for custom printed t-shirts is expected to increase in the forthcoming years.

Customized t-shirts are printed using several techniques, including screen print, digital print, and plot print. The screen printing technique uses a predesigned stencil to develop the print on the cloth and is one of the most popular techniques. Furthermore, this technique requires a high use of labor. This technique has been observed to have high adoption in the Asia Pacific region due to low-cost labor availability.

Custom T-shirt Printing Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global custom t-shirt printing market based on printing technique, design, sales channel, end use, and region:

Custom T-shirt Printing Printing Technique Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• Screen Printing
• Digital Printing
• Plot Printing

Custom T-shirt Printing Design Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• Graphic Designed Shirt
• Artwork

Custom T-shirt Printing Sales Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• Online
• Offline

Custom T-shirt Printing End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• Commercial
• Personal
  • Below 15 years
  • 15-40 years
  • Above 40 years

Custom T-shirt Printing Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Australia
• Latin America
  • Brazil
• Middle East Africa
  • KSA
  • UAE
  • South Africa

Key Custom T-shirt Printing Companies:

• CafePress Inc.
• CustomInk, LLC.
• CustomThread
• Printful Inc.
• com
• Spreadshirt
• THEBLUEGECKOPRINTING
• THREADBIRD
• UberPrints, Inc.
• Vistaprint

Key Custom T-shirt Printing Company Insights

Some of the key companies operating in the custom t-shirt printing market include Vistaprint, CustomInk, LLC., and Printful Inc.

• Printful Inc. is one of the leading on-demand printing and fulfillment companies that enables individuals and businesses to create and sell custom products, including t-shirts, without the need for inventory management. By integrating with various e-commerce platforms, Printful automates the process of printing, packing, and shipping products directly to customers, streamlining operations for sellers.

UberPrints, Inc., and CustomThread are some of the emerging custom t-shirt printing companies.

• UberPrints, Inc. is a U.S.-based company specializing in custom t-shirt printing and personalized apparel. It provides a diverse range of products, including t-shirts, hoodies, tank tops, and hats, catering to both individual consumers and businesses. Their user-friendly online design studio enables customers to create unique designs using text, images, and various design elements. The company offers multiple printing methods, such as screen printing and digital printing, to accommodate different design requirements and order quantities.

Recent Developments

• In September 2024, Kornit Digital partnered with Custom Ink to improve production efficiency and sustainability. Custom Ink will transition a significant portion of its printing operations from traditional screen printing to Kornit's digital direct-to-garment technology. This shift will enable Custom Ink to deliver high-quality custom apparel and gear while contributing to a more sustainable future.
• In March 2021, Polyconcept, a global promotional products supplier, acquired T-Shirt Sons, a clothing and fabric merchandise printer. This acquisition aims to leverage T-Shirt Sons' expertise in printing, service, and digital capabilities to enhance Polyconcept's global operations. Polyconcept plans to invest in T Shirt Sons to further expand its market reach and capabilities.

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