Develop half zip and quarter zip sweatshirts with your own collar, zipper, fabric and branding.
Control collar height and structure, zipper length and finish, and how the placket lies after washing.
420-500 GSM fleece
Oversized shoulders, double hood, rib tension and shrinkage checks.Sample firstFleece or French terry
Zipper, drawcord, labels, embroidery and packing details.Quote by trim
Brushed fleece
Drop shoulder, sleeve volume, cropped or long-body proportion.Fit sample
Print and embroidery
Puff print, applique, screen print and wash durability review.Artwork neededThese are the details a factory needs before discussing MOQ, sampling, lead time and production scope.
Start with Zip length: quarter or half, Collar height and structure, Zipper type and finish, Fabric and weight direction. Add the quantity by color and size, destination country and required date.
The sample should resolve Quarter zip fleece, Half zip French terry, Stand collar sweatshirts and record the approved measurements, materials, trims and finish before bulk.
MOQ is 100 pcs. Samples take 7 days. Bulk production lead time depends on order quantity.
Placket flatness, Collar shape, Zipper function, Measurements per size should be compared with the approved sample and packing requirements before release.
Half zip and quarter zip sweatshirts sit between the casual hoodie and the cleaner crewneck. The collar and zipper are the defining features, so they need precise specification. A taller, structured collar looks more technical; a softer, lower collar looks more casual.
Quarter zips have a short opening at the neck; half zips open further down the chest. Choose based on how the garment will be worn and layered.
Include these in your brief:
The zip placket is the most common problem area. If the zipper tape and fabric shrink differently, or the sewing tension is uneven, the front can ripple after washing. Check the sample after a wash if possible, and confirm the zipper sits flat when closed and open.
Collar facings and interlinings affect how the collar stands. If you want a collar that stands up on its own, say so and include a reference.
The MOQ is 100 pcs and samples typically take 7 days once confirmed; bulk timing depends on quantity. Compare with the zip-up hoodie and custom sweatshirt programs.
Small chest embroidery, a branded puller or a woven label at the hem are subtle options that suit the cleaner look of a half zip. Large prints are less common because the zip and collar take visual space.
Half zips in smoother French terry look cleaner; brushed fleece feels warmer and more casual. Choose based on positioning.
Check the collar stands as intended after washing.
Approve the zip color with the body color.
Half zips are often worn over shirts; check the neck opening and collar height on a model wearing one.
Include references, quantity, fabric target, color count, logo files, packaging notes and the delivery window.