Buying Guide for Custom Clothing Labels

Before making an order of custom clothing tags, we always recommend our customers to read this guide.

The better you understand your design options, the happier you will be when you open that box fo your very own labels on them!

Expert Guidance

We’re here to help.

Low minimums

Perfect for any brand.

Design Proofs

See it before we make it.

Fast Turnaround

3 week delivery.

What do you need help with?

Explore each topic below to make the best choices for your brand.

Choose Your Label Style

Compare woven, printed, PVC, heat transfer and hang tags.

Pick the Right Size

Find the ideal size for neck labels, hem tags, care labels and more.

Select Your Fold

Center fold, ends fold, straight cut, and more explained.

Decide How It Attaches

Sew-on, iron-on, adhesive options

Plan Required Information

What your label needs to include to stay compliant.

NOT SURE WHAT TO CHOOSE?

Start with what works for brands like yours.

Here are our recommended label setups based on different brand types.

BRAND TYPE	BEST LABEL SETUP
T-Shirts / Basics	Woven neck label + size label
Handmade Items	Folded woven labels or printed label
Streetwear	Woven neck label + woven hem tag
Outdoor Performance	PVC label or durable woven patch
Boutique Apparel	Woven brand label + hang tag + care label

LABEL STYLES

Find the Style that fits your brand

Each label type offers unique benefits. Choose one that fits your product and brand history.

Woven Labels

Best for premium apparel branding with a high-end level.

Custom Printed Labels

Best for care labels and detailed information.

Custom PVC Labels

Best for outdoor gear, hats, bags, and accessories.

Ribbon Tapes

Premium custom woven ribbon tapes for elegant branding and packaging.

Heat Transfer Labels

Best for tagless comfort and seamless inside printing.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT SIZE

Size Guide for every placement

These are the most common sizes used across apparel.

Neck Labels

1.5″ – 2.5″ wide

Hem Tags

0.75″ x 1.25″ wide

Care Labels

1″ x 1.5″ wide

Brand Patches

Varies by placement

FONTS

Make your labels easy to read

Use high contrast colors
Avoid ultra-thin lettering
Keep small text minimal.
Match thread colors closely
Simplify detailed artwork

COLORS

Can they see your design?

Brown-earthy tones: off-white
Soft and sheen blacks, and other backgrounds
Bold & Bright Neon Colors
Fun and classy, metallic threads

Types of Labels: Uses and Placements

So basically your product could have as many as 5 labels on it, or as little as 2, if you want to play with a combination of them, such as:

Individual labels
1. Logo or Brand Label,
2. Fiber Content,
3. Country of Origin,
4. Manufacturer (if different than Brand)
5. Care Instructions.

Combinations
1. Logo or Brand + Country of Origin Label,
2. Fiber Content + Care Instructions,
3. Size Label (if needed)
4. Logo or Brand + Size + Country of Origin Label,
5. Fiber Content + Care Instructions

Or any combination as it fits your product.

FOLD TYPES

Pick the right fold for the perfect finish

Each fold offers a different look and application.

Straight Cut

Classic Look with clean edges.

Center Fold

End Fold

Sewn into the ends for a clean finish

Miter Fold

Folded edges for a premium feel.

Manhattan Fold

Advanced fold for exceptional durability.

HOW IT ATTACHES

Choose your attachment method

The right attachment depends on your garment, fabric, and production process.

Sew-on

Most durable and longest llasting.

Iron-on

Easy to apply with heat and pressure.

Heat Transfer

Great for tagless and activwear.

Adhesive

Temporary use or quick application.

SEWING ALLOWANCE

Let’s make sewing them easy for you

The term refers to the padding used to attach tags to the product. The preferred allowances are 1/8″ and 1/4″, and it varies according to the product and/or seamstress. The position of the sewing allowance can change depending on the customer’s requirements and on type of product.

COMPLIANCE GUIDE

What your labels needs to include

Based on FTC requirements for textile products.

View FTC Labeling Guide

Fiber content
Country of origin
Care instructions
Manufacturer / importer
Size (when applicable)

Trusted by brands worldwide

We’ve been using [them] for our labels for a while now and their customer service is great and the final product looks awesome.

Patrick H.Shazeebo

The service was great and the pricing is competitive. There were a couple instances where I had to delay my project for a week or two, but [the team] was very flexible in working with me. Last but not least the logos I received were exactly as promised.

Evan S.Combat Construction

Awesome communication, professional services. We Love our PVC labels they came out great and really show our customers our brand

Arianna P.Bend Labs

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