Planning on doing online t-shirt ordering for a group? We know that ordering the right t-shirt sizes can get tricky. We're here to help you plan accordingly to ensure you order the right quantity and sizes for your group.
Here's our t-shirt size guide:
Ordering t-shirts for groups of 50 or more
If you're ordering t-shirts for a random group of 100 - 500 individuals, it's best to use the 1-2-3-3-1 ratio. This ratio is based on a small order of 10. This ratio breaks down t-shirt sizes into the following:
- 1 small
- 2 medium
- 3 large
- 3 XL
- 1 XXL
So, if you need 100 shirts for an upcoming event, here's how many you'd order.
- 10 small
- 20 Medium
- 30 large
- 30 XL
- 10 XXL
The most common t-shirt size is a medium. However, people are more likely to wear a shirt that's too big than too small. So it's always best to order more of a bigger size. With this ratio, you can ensure you have a wide range of sizes and always have extras available if something doesn't fit.
Ordering t-shirts for employees
If you're ordering shirts for employees, you'll likely want to gather shirt sizes in an Excel t-shirt size guide. This is a working document you can update regularly on an annual basis. These t-shirt size guides ensure you have everyone's correct size, and you can quickly order t-shirts when needed. When asking for sizes, ask for your team's t-shirt size for:
- Unisex shirts
- Women's or men's shirts
- Sweatshirts
- Polos
Sizing can vary. With all four t-shirt sizes in an Excel sheet or document, you'll always know exactly what size to order for each individual.
Tips for online t-shirt ordering for a group
When you're doing online t-shirt ordering for a group, there are a few things you'll need to consider to ensure you order the correct quantity.
- Men, women, or unisex: If you're ordering for a larger group, it's sometimes easier to go with a unisex fit. This will ensure you won't have any issues with sizing and fit. Ordering men's and women's shirts separately is better for smaller groups of employees or students.
- Sizing: Each shirt is created differently. If you're ordering for a small group or for your employees, you'll want to share the brand’s size guide for t-shirts with your team to ensure they pick a suitable size.
- Order extras: It never hurts to have a few extra t-shirts. Consider ordering 1-2 extras of each size if your budget allows. This will ensure you have extra shirts for last-minute add-ons, and your team can snag a different size if their shirt doesn't fit.
- Master size guide for t-shirts: If you're ordering for a team or event staff, keep a master size guide on hand so you'll know what size you need to order for each individual. This will streamline the online t-shirt ordering process and minimize friction.
How does pricing work for t-shirt bulk orders?
The more t-shirts you order, the better the price you'll get for each unit. We always recommend ordering more than the minimum quantity to ensure you have extra t-shirts and you get the best possible price for your order. Our minimum order quantity varies, depending on the t-shirt brand.
Online T-Shirt Ordering With Bagmasters
Ready to start your next custom apparel order? At Bagmasters, we have a wide range of t-shirt sizes, colors, and sizes available. We can accommodate large bulk orders and ensure your order gets shipped out quickly and efficiently. We also do all of our own decorating in-house. Whether you want to embroider your logo on the pocket or go with a full-color design on the back.
Explore our selection of promotional t-shirts available to get started.
