Custom Zip-Up Hoodies
Short answer: our favorite custom zip-up hoodies are the Independent Trading Co. SS4500Z (8.5 oz. midweight) and IND4000Z (10 oz. heavyweight), with the Port & Company PC78ZH as the budget pick. Because the zipper splits the chest, the standard look is a left-chest logo, embroidered or printed, plus an optional full-back print.
Zip hoodies are the staff and crew favorite. People put them on and take them off all day, they layer over a work shirt, and they look sharp with a small chest logo.
Zip-Up Hoodies We Recommend
| Hoodie | Details | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Independent SS4500Z | 8.5 oz. 80/20 cotton/poly, 2-end fleece, 100% cotton face, jersey-lined hood, #5 metal kissing zipper | Soft, lighter layer for staff, teams and events |
| Independent IND4000Z | 10 oz. 70/30 cotton/poly, 100% cotton face, fleece-lined hood, #5 nickel kissing zipper | Premium, warm zip for crews, gifts and retail |
| Port & Company PC78ZH | Core fleece full-zip from our go-to budget brand | Big runs where cost per piece matters |
| Carhartt K122 / Paxton zip | Carhartt midweight full-zip and Rain Defender heavyweight zip | Work crews, best embroidered |
| Independent SS4001YZ youth | Youth midweight full-zip | Matching kids and family orders |
The SS4500Z and IND4000Z are our customers’ favorites. For the full comparison, including the pullover versions, read SS4500 vs IND4000 hoodies. Ask us about colors and stock on any style.
Where Your Logo Goes on a Zip Hoodie
The zipper runs right down the middle of the chest, so a big center print is off the table. These are the standard placements:
| Placement | Method | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Left chest | Embroidery or screen print | The classic. Kept clear of the zipper and the hood drawcords. |
| Right chest | Embroidery or screen print | Good for a second logo or a name. |
| Full back | Screen print or DTF | The place for a big design. Embroidery works too, at a higher stitch count. |
| Sleeve | Embroidery, print or DTF | A small logo or website down the arm. |
| Across the zipper | Not recommended | A design split by the zipper rarely lines up when it is zipped. |
The most popular combo is an embroidered left chest with a screen-printed back. See our print placement and size guide for typical sizes.
Print or Embroider?
- Embroider small chest logos, uniforms and gifts that should look premium. No minimum on embroidery.
- Screen print big back designs and runs of 24 or more, where it gets cheaper per piece.
- DTF full-color art or small runs that do not justify screens.
What Custom Zip Hoodies Cost
Your price is the blank hoodie plus decoration. A left-chest embroidered logo is about $6 a piece at 12 to 47 and $5.50 at 48 and up, plus one-time digitizing from $16.99. For a back print, a standard one-color screen print starts at $4.85 a piece at 24, $3.79 at 48 and $2.38 at 120, plus $20 per screen. More pricing on custom hoodies in bulk. Standard production is 10 to 14 business days from your approved proof.
Sizing
The IND4000Z has a more generous cut than the SS4500Z. Check our size charts before you send your size breakdown, and ask us if you are between sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best zip-up hoodie for custom logos?
Our favorites are the Independent Trading Co. SS4500Z for a soft midweight zip and the IND4000Z for a heavier, premium zip. For a lower budget we use the Port & Company PC78ZH.
Can you print on a zip-up hoodie?
Yes. We screen print or DTF the left chest, right chest, sleeves and full back. We do not print across the zipper because the design will not line up.
Can you embroider a zip-up hoodie?
Yes. Left-chest embroidery is the most popular look on zip hoodies, often with a screen-printed back.
Is there a minimum order for custom zip hoodies?
There is no minimum on embroidery. Screen printing gets much cheaper per piece at 24 and 48.
How long does a custom zip hoodie order take?
Standard production is 10 to 14 business days from your approved proof, plus shipping.
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Quote Custom Zip-Up Hoodies
Tell us the style, colors, sizes and quantity, and send your logo. We will reply with pricing and a mockup.
Prefer to talk it through? Call 775-230-0211 or email sales@battlebornclothing.com.