Personalised hoodies can be a great way to show off your creative flair. They can be printed to fit a design idea for business, pleasure or gifting. Not to mention, they’re super comfy and can be customised in a wide range of styles, colours and sizes.

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15 custom hoodie design ideas.

In need of some creative inspiration? Discover 15 custom hoodie design ideas to help you create a custom hoodie below.

1. Monogrammed hoodies.

Looking for a unique personalised gift? Monogrammed hoodies are perfect for all occasions, from Valentine’s Day to anniversary celebrations. Create a matching couple’s sweatshirt featuring Roman numerals of your anniversary date or initials. Monogrammed hoodies can also be a simple yet stylish way to add a personal touch to your wardrobe.

2. Branded hoodies.

Branded hoodies can be a great way to promote your brand. They can be worn by staff as part of their employee uniform, or you can create them as branded merch for your customers. Just remember to include your brand logo and brand name prominently on the design so that people can instantly recognise your brand.

3. Matching hoodies for couples, friends or family.

Create matching couples, friends or family hoodies with Adobe Express. Get in the festive spirit with matching Christmas jumpers, or get the whole gang kitted out for an upcoming getaway with matching holiday hoodies. Choose from a range of colours and designs to suit the occasion.

4. Sports team hoodies.

No sporting event would be complete without branded merchandise. Matching team hoodies can help foster a sense of belonging among team members and help build team morale. It can also be a great way to promote your team’s identity and visibility within your local community. Design a custom sports team hoodie featuring your sports logo, text and sponsors with Adobe Express.

5. Hen and stag do hoodies.

Upcoming hen or stag do? Create personalised sweatshirts or hoodies for the whole clan to mark the special occasion. Keep it simple and create a stag or hen do invite featuring the name of the bride or groom to be and the date and location of the hen or stag do, or have some fun and experiment with funny photos and text.

6. Photo collage hoodie.

Showcase your favourite memories and moments with a custom photo collage hoodie. Simply choose your favourite photos and add them to your hoodie. You could also create a custom hoodie with pictures of your loved one for their birthday or to mark a special occasion.

7. Milestone hoodie design.

Important event coming up? Mark the milestone with a personalised hoodie. Create a custom 18^th birthday hoodie for your best friend or design matching silver wedding anniversary hoodies for your parents. Whatever the milestone, make it special with Adobe Express.

8. Motivational quote hoodies.

We can all benefit from some positive encouragement from time to time. So why not add positivity to your wardrobe by creating a personalised motivational quote hoodie? Your design could feature an inspirational quote from your favourite author or celebrity, or a motivational hard work quote to encourage you to meet your goals. The opportunities are endless.

9. Hilarious meme-inspired hoodies.

Who doesn’t love a funny meme? They help brighten our day-to-day with laughter and can be a great way to relate and connect. Create personalised work-related meme-inspired hoodies for your team or friends and family and bond over a laugh or two. A meme-inspired hoodie also makes a great Secret Santa gift.

10. Star sign hoodie design.

Passionate about astrology? Express your passion for the planets and stars by creating a personalised star sign hoodie. Your hoodie could feature your zodiac symbol and the birth dates and qualities associated with your sign. You might also like to keep your hoodie tied closely to the colours of your zodiac sign.

11. Custom pet hoodie.

Celebrate the special bond you have with your furry friend by creating a custom pet hoodie. Upload your favourite photos of your pet and personalise them with custom text. Personalised pet hoodies also make excellent gifts for friends and family.

12. Band merch hoodies.

Part of a band? Create custom band merch hoodies for your fans with Adobe Express. Feature your band logo on the front of the hoodie or add your favourite photo of your band. If you’ve got an upcoming tour, you could create a hoodie that features your tour dates on the back. Why not create custom band T-shirts for your fans, too?

13. Team away day hoodies.

Nothing beats a team away day. Make the day memorable with personalised team away day hoodies. Feature your company logo on the hoodie or have some fun and add staff nicknames. Your team will appreciate the gesture and can keep the hoodie as a souvenir to look back on.

14. Birthday hoodie design.

Special birthday coming up? Gift them a gift they’ll remember with a custom birthday hoodie. Whether they’re turning sweet 16 or celebrating the big 50, a custom birthday hoodie is the perfect way to mark the occasion.

15. Employee of the month custom hoodie.

Create a custom employee of the month hoodie to reward members of staff who went above and beyond their job role this month. If appropriate, grant them permission to wear their hoodie at work, or gift them the hoodie as a souvenir to take home with them.

Editable hoodie design ideas for your small business.

How to make your own custom hoodies with Adobe Express.

Ready to make custom hoodies? Follow our step-by-step guide below:

1. Decide how you want to customise your hoodie.

The design of your hoodie will usually be influenced by its purpose. For example, if you’re creating a star sign hoodie to gift to your best friend on her birthday, the design might feature elements that relate closely to her zodiac sign. It’s also important to consider hoodie design placement and how to use it to elevate your design.

2. Use templates to inspire your hoodie design.

Searching for creative inspiration? Browse the range of hoodie design templates on Adobe Express to help inspire your design. Simply choose a template and customise it to suit your style. Or why not create a logo to feature on the front of your branded custom logo hoodies?

3. Edit your designs in Adobe Express.

Edit your designs quickly and easily with Adobe Express. Remove the background from your image to create a striking focal point for your custom hoodie or add photos and text to make the design your own. Bring your creative visions to life with Adobe Express.

4. Choose the right colour for your hoodie.

If you’re creating a custom brand hoodie, incorporate your brand colours into your design. This addition can help build recognition, which is especially important if employees or customers wear your design. Of course, choosing the right colour for your hoodie is important regardless of the purpose, as it can influence the overall aesthetic of the design.

5. Print your custom hoodie.

Once you’re happy with your design, submit your order for printing. Then, sit back and wait for your custom hoodie to be delivered. Your package will arrive in sustainable packaging, so you can rest assured you’re doing your bit for the environment.

Top tips for making a personalised hoodie.

Creating a custom hoodie can be a fun and rewarding experience, but there are a couple of things you may want to consider. We’ve rounded up some top tips below to help you craft a standout design:

• Choose the right colours. The right colours can help you create a visually appealing design and create balance and contrast.
• Use high-quality, high-resolution graphics. This can help ensure your images are clear and sharp when printing.
• Think about your audience. Who’ll be wearing the custom hoodie? Choose a design that resonates with them.
• Keep it simple. Too many elements could be distracting. A simple design may be more effective.
• Consider placement. Think about your design placement. Research hoodie design placement and experiment with different designs to figure out what works best.

Create truly unique hoodie designs with the Adobe Express AI text effect generator.

Personalise your custom hoodies with stylised monograms, brand names or other text with the Adobe Express AI text effect generator tool. Simply add in your copy, then create a short text prompt to describe what you want it to look like. Let your creativity loose – create a quote out of chocolate squares, fuzz-up a favourite pet’s name, or describe colourful, abstract patterns to fit a favourite song lyric.

Perfect for print-on-demand business models, the tool can generate colourful and creative text in seconds. Make your custom hoodies truly unique, so your customers can have something personalised they’ll treasure forever.

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Good to know.

How much do custom hoodies cost?

That will depend on the provider. With Adobe Express, it’s easy to create custom hoodies. Choose from a range of design templates and bring your artistic visions to life. No need to worry about printing either, as we’ll deliver straight to your door.

How long does it take to get custom hoodies?

That will depend on the provider. With Adobe Express, you can have custom printed hoodies delivered to your door anywhere in the UK. Just submit your design to print and we’ll take care of the rest.

How do you wash custom hoodies?

A custom hoodie requires delicate care when washing. Try to hand wash your hoodie if possible. If machine washing, turn your hoodie inside out and wash on a delicate setting with cold water. Avoid placing your hoodie in the tumble dryer. Lay it to dry flat instead.

Is Adobe Express free?

Yes, our free plan offers many core features including thousands of templates, photo editing and effects, animation, and 5 GB of storage. See our pricing page for details and to compare plans.