Quick Answers
- Best decoration method: Embroidery — the industry standard for outerwear. Durable, premium, and professional
- Minimum order: No minimum
- Setup: One-time digitizing fee, logo kept on file
- Turnaround: 7–10 business days
- Most popular style: Softshell jacket (Port Authority J317)
- Most popular workwear: Carhartt Duck Active Jacket (CTJ131)
- Ships nationwide: Yes
Why Custom Outerwear Is Your Best Branding Investment
A branded jacket delivers more impressions per dollar than any other apparel item. Here is why:
- Multi-year lifespan — a quality jacket gets worn for 3–5+ years, compared to 1–2 years for a t-shirt
- High visibility — jackets are worn in public: grocery stores, coffee shops, school pickups, weekend errands. Every wear is an advertisement
- High perceived value — a branded jacket feels like a gift, not a uniform. Employees, clients, and event attendees actually want to keep it
- Year-round wearability — fleece vests in spring, softshells in fall, insulated in winter. There is an outerwear piece for every season
If you invest in one premium branded item, make it a jacket.
Jacket Styles
Softshell Jackets
Water-resistant, windproof, and professional. Softshells are the most popular custom jacket we produce. They work for corporate teams, hospitality staff, trade shows, and everyday business use. They layer well and look sharp with or without a suit underneath.
Top picks: Port Authority J317 (best value), The North Face NF0A3LGX (premium brand), Eddie Bauer EB538 (upscale casual).
Fleece Jackets & Vests
Lightweight, comfortable, and versatile. Fleece is perfect for spring/fall layering and indoor environments like offices, medical practices, and retail. Fleece vests are especially popular as a year-round layer over polos and button-downs.
Top picks: Port Authority F232 (sweater fleece), Port Authority F228 (R-Tek Pro), Columbia 1476671 (full-zip fleece).
Insulated & Down Jackets
For cold weather, outdoor work, and northern climates. Puffy insulated jackets and vests provide maximum warmth while maintaining a branded look.
Top picks: Port Authority J332 (Vortex waterproof 3-in-1), The North Face NF0A3LH2 (ThermoBall Trekker), Eddie Bauer EB650 (down jacket).
Carhartt Workwear Jackets
The standard for contractors, landscapers, and trade professionals. Carhartt jackets are built for the jobsite and embroidered with your company logo.
Top picks: Carhartt CTJ131 (duck active jacket), Carhartt CT102208 (Gilliam jacket — lighter), Carhartt CTK128 (midweight hooded sweatshirt).
Rain Jackets & Windbreakers
Packable, lightweight, water-resistant shells for outdoor events, activities staff, and field work.
Top picks: Port Authority J333 (torrent waterproof), Eddie Bauer EB554 (WeatherEdge Plus), Sport-Tek JST73 (hooded raglan).
Browse our full outerwear catalogs for every style, color, and size.
Embroidery on Outerwear
Embroidery is the recommended decoration method for jackets and outerwear. Thread stitched into fabric holds up better on outerwear than printing — it does not crack in cold weather, does not peel with moisture, and maintains its appearance through years of heavy use.
Common Placements
- Left chest — the standard. Company logo, 3.5–4 inches wide
- Right chest — secondary logo or name/title
- Upper back (below collar) — centered logo visible when jacket is unzipped
- Full back — larger logos or company name for high visibility
- Sleeve — additional branding, certification marks, or flags
Pricing
Outerwear embroidery pricing follows the same structure as all embroidery — see the embroidery pricing table. The jacket/garment cost varies by brand and style. Some examples:
- Port Authority J317 softshell: ~$40–55 depending on quantity
- Fleece vest (F219): ~$25–35 depending on quantity
- Carhartt CTJ131 duck jacket: ~$80–100
- The North Face NF0A3LGX: ~$85–110
Embroidery cost is added on top of the garment cost. View full pricing details or request a custom quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you screen print on jackets?
Screen printing is possible on some lightweight jackets but embroidery is strongly recommended for outerwear. Thread holds up better on technical fabrics, zippers, and seams than ink does.
Is there a minimum order for jackets?
No. Embroidery has no minimum. You can order a single jacket or outfit an entire team.
Can I get a sample to check fit and quality?
Yes. Order a single blank jacket to review before committing to a full order. We provide digital proofs of your embroidered design before production.
How should I care for embroidered jackets?
Follow the garment's care label. Most can be machine washed cold and tumble dried low. Embroidery holds up through hundreds of washes without special care.
What about vests?
We carry fleece vests, puffy vests, and softshell vests from every brand listed above. Vests are especially popular for office and hospitality environments where a full jacket is too warm.
Who Orders Custom Outerwear
Contractors · Hotels & resorts · Golf courses · Real estate teams · Restaurants · Medical offices · Corporate teams · Nonprofit organizations · Corporate gifts
Why Order From Personal Graphics
Every jacket is embroidered in-house on our commercial equipment. We source from authorized distributors of every brand we carry — you get genuine product with warranty intact. Your logo is digitized once and kept on file forever for effortless reorders as your team grows.
Ready to Get Started?
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