Garment Dyed Hoodies & T-Shirts

Any Pantone color, any shade, dyed in Los Angeles — PFD hoodies, tees, and sweatpants in your exact brand color, with pigment, reactive, and specialty washes.

Any Pantone or PMS color, any shade
Pigment, reactive, tie-dye, and more
Soft worn-in hand, dyed in Los Angeles

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Any Pantone color, any shade

Eco reactive & pigment dyes

Soft, worn-in hand

Dyed in-house in Los Angeles

Trusted by thousands of companies across the U.S.

Eco-Friendly Garment Dyeing

The Complete Guide to Custom Garment Dyed Hoodies

Garment dyeing colors a fully constructed PFD (prepared-for-dye) blank as a whole, so the dye bonds with the fibers for rich, vibrant shades and a soft, worn-in feel. Match your brand's exact Pantone / PMS color instead of settling for a stock shade that only “almost” matches — consistent branding your customers can proudly represent.

Match any Pantone / PMS color exactly
Rich vibrant shades or soft matte pastels
Soft, worn-in hand on natural-fiber garments
Stand out from the competition

Pro Tip: Garments must be PFD with cotton thread — polyester thread stays white and won't take the color. We'll help you pick the right blank.

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What Makes Garment-Dyed Hoodies so Popular?

Custom garment dye takes hoodie personalization to new heights — the color options are unbelievable, and custom washes can change the feel of the hoodie. To see one IRL, set up an appointment to visit our showroom.

What Fabrics Can Be Garment Dyed?

PFD (Prepared For Dye) garments are fabric in its rawest form — a natural off white that hasn’t been treated or dyed in any way. We have thousands of units in stock, from branded hoodies and t-shirts to sweatpants, tote bags and custom crop tops, ready to dye to your exact Pantone / PMS color, with top-notch quality guaranteed. What can be dyed:

· High natural fiber garments previously dyed white
· PFD garments

Garment Dyed Sweatpants

Custom garment dyed sweatpants let your brand produce something totally unique. They’ve grown tremendously in popularity since 2020 with the cultural rise of athleisure — once reserved for the gym, now socially acceptable in most arenas of life. Cash in on the trend with a product unlike anything on the market, and customize joggers with logo designs for personalized pieces that showcase your brand. To learn more, reach out to one of our account reps.

Custom Garment Dyed Sweatshirts

It all starts with a PFD hoodie — then we match your brand’s color perfectly. Popular techniques include pigment dyes, reactive dyes, silicone washes and enzyme washes, with stone dyes and tie-dyes available on request. We’d love to guide you through the process.

Whether you’re after something vintage and washed or bold and modern, these techniques pair perfectly with custom sweatshirt printing for unique branded apparel.

Looking for a PFD style that isn’t on the website? Mention it in your quote — we have numerous unlisted options available.

Garment Dyed T Shirts

Garment dye isn’t just for matching your custom t-shirt to your branding — it can build a monochromatic garment. Custom woven labels and embroidery thread aren’t as flexible in color as PFD t-shirts, but you can always dye the t-shirt to match those un-dyeable features.

· Create a fully custom t-shirt
· Build a monochromatic t-shirt

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Garment dye vs. the rest

What is the difference between garment dyed blank t shirt and standard blank t shirts?

Garment dyeing bonds rich color into the fibers for a soft, consistent, exact-match finish — where pigment dye gives a faded vintage look and stock blanks lock you into fixed colors. Not sure which fits your brand? Talk to an account rep.

Garment Dye

Rich color, soft worn-in feel

Dyes the whole finished garment
Rich, vibrant, consistent color
Soft, lived-in hand
Exact Pantone / PMS matching

Pigment Dye

Faded vintage character

Color sits on the fabric surface
Washed-out, distressed look
Casual vintage aesthetic
Varied, lived-in finish

Detail of a stock blank with stark white poly stitching

Stock Blanks

Fixed off-the-shelf colors

Pre-dyed, limited color range
Poly thread stays stark white
No exact brand matching
Lowest cost, fastest turn

The difference

It lies in the dyeing process and the result: standard blanks are often sewn with polyester thread, which can’t be dyed — leaving your garment with stark white thread.

For the best PFD blanks, we suggest looking through the Los Angeles Apparel garment dyed blanks — a wide range of options with unique fits, like the LA Apparel garment dyed crewneck tee.

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Benefits of custom dyeing

Why Brands Choose Custom Dyeing

Exact Brand Color
Match any Pantone / PMS color exactly, instead of settling for a shade that only “almost” matches.
Monochromatic Builds
Dye the garment, labels, and stitching as one tone for a fully custom, head-to-toe look.
Soft, Worn-In Hand
Pair the dye with enzyme or silicone washes for an unforgettable broken-in feel.
Matching Product Sets
Produce hoodies, tees, and sweatpants in one consistent shade across the whole set.
Any Wash Effect
Pigment, reactive, stone, and tie-dye — from bold and modern to vintage and washed.
Full Color Range
Vibrant saturated hues to muted pastels — virtually any color is achievable.

Dyeing specs

Set Your Dye Up for Success

Garment dyeing starts with the right base — a PFD (prepared-for-dye) blank with cotton thread. Send your Pantone / PMS color and any design, and we match it exactly, then triple-check every order.

Color System Any Pantone / PMS color, any shade

Base Garment PFD (Prepared For Dye), high natural-fiber

Thread Cotton thread (poly thread won't take dye)

Methods Pigment, reactive, stone, tie-dye + enzyme/silicone wash

PFD only: garments must be prepared-for-dye to take color evenly — we stock thousands of PFD blanks ready to dye to your exact shade.

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How it works

Step 01

Choose your PFD product(s)

Pick your prepared-for-dye blanks — hoodies, tees, sweatpants, and more — then choose your color, wash, and any print locations for each design.

Step 02

Send your color and design

Share your exact Pantone / PMS color, any wash preference, and any design files. Your rep guides you, and you approve a proof before we dye.

Step 03

Make a lasting impression

Lead the pack with head-to-toe custom color your employees and customers actually want to wear.

Want to see your color dyed first?

We recommend it — dye can react a little differently on each blank. Ask your rep about a strike-off sample before full production.

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Why DTLA Print

We Don’t Cookie Cut

Each project is unique and requires its own process. Depending on the desired product, we will customize the inks and process for each order.

Dedicated Reps

Each account receives a dedicated rep who can be reached by phone or via e-mail.

Quality Over Quantity

DTLA Print believes in quality over quantity and we want our customers to feel the same way.

Long Lasting Relationships

We value all of our clients and aim to solidify long lasting & mutually beneficial relationships.

Innovative Ideas

DTLA Print is proud to be a leading partner in the promotional products + fashion industry, with unique ideas + out of the box printing methods.

We Stand Behind Our Work

Our main goal is to provide peace of mind, so you can relax and have confidence that your job will come out exactly as you had imagined.

The Advantages & Disadvantages of Producing a Garment Dyed Hoodies

Advantages

Brand Accuracy & Image
Matching Product Sets
Unique Colors to help you stand out from the competition
Can be combined with Silicone & Enzyme washes for a softer unforgettable feel

Disadvantages

More Costly Per Piece Than off the shelf products
Longer Turn Times
Higher damage rate during production
Product must have Cotton thread or the thread will take the color differently
Can only be dyed on PFD fabric

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How Much Does Custom Dyeing Cost?

Custom dyeing is priced per piece by the blank, color, wash, and quantity, with wholesale pricing at volume. It runs a little more than off-the-shelf blanks — but the exact brand color and soft worn-in hand are worth it.

Any PMSExact color match

6+Dye & wash methods

LADyed in-house

Exact Pantone / PMS match Low minimums on every project Wholesale pricing at volume No hidden fees

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Custom Garment Dyed Apparel & Merchandise

If it's a high-natural-fiber PFD blank, we can dye it to your exact color. Hoodies, tees, sweatpants, crewnecks, and tote bags are some of the most popular — head-to-toe custom color across the whole set.

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Products we custom dye

Hoodies

T-Shirts

Sweatpants

Crewnecks

Tote Bags

Crop Tops

Long Sleeves

Tank Tops

Zip-Ups

Polos

Hoodies

T-Shirts

Sweatpants

Crewnecks

Tote Bags

Crop Tops

Long Sleeves

Tank Tops

Zip-Ups

Polos

Hoodies

T-Shirts

Sweatpants

Crewnecks

Tote Bags

Crop Tops

Long Sleeves

Tank Tops

Zip-Ups

Polos

Hoodies

T-Shirts

Sweatpants

Crewnecks

Tote Bags

Crop Tops

Long Sleeves

Tank Tops

Zip-Ups

Polos

Hoodies

T-Shirts

Sweatpants

Crewnecks

Tote Bags

Crop Tops

Long Sleeves

Tank Tops

Zip-Ups

Polos

Hoodies

T-Shirts

Sweatpants

Crewnecks

Tote Bags

Crop Tops

Long Sleeves

Tank Tops

Zip-Ups

Polos

Hoodies

T-Shirts

Sweatpants

Crewnecks

Tote Bags

Crop Tops

Long Sleeves

Tank Tops

Zip-Ups

Polos

Hoodies

T-Shirts

Sweatpants

Crewnecks

Tote Bags

Crop Tops

Long Sleeves

Tank Tops

Zip-Ups

Polos

Garment Dyed Apparel: Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Haven't found what you are looking for? Email or contact us and we'd be happy to assist.

What is a PFD garment?

PFD, also known as a prepared for dye garment (not to be confused with personal flotation device) is a garment has undergone specific manufacturing processes to remove any substances that could interfere with the dyeing process, such as oils, waxes, or sizing agents.

Between garment dyed vs pigment dyed, which is better?

The choice between garment dyed and pigment dyed garments depends on personal preferences and desired outcomes. Garment dyeing results in rich, vibrant colors and a soft, worn-in feel, ideal for achieving consistency and durability. Pigment dyeing, on the other hand, offers a faded, vintage appearance with a variety of effects, giving a more casual aesthetic. Consider the desired look, feel, and style preferences when deciding between the two. Garment dyeing provides uniformity, while pigment dyeing offers a distressed and varied appearance.

Piece dyed vs garment dyed, which is better?

It depends on your desired outcome for the garment. Piece dyeing offers consistent color throughout the fabric, making it suitable for precise color matching. This method is ideal for garments requiring a solid and uniform appearance. On the other hand, garment dyeing provides unique color variations, a soft and lived-in feel, and a more casual aesthetic.

Is PMS the same as pantone?

Yes, PMS (Pantone Matching System) is the same as Pantone. The Pantone Matching System is a standardized color matching system widely used in various industries, including graphic design, printing, and manufacturing. PMS/Pantone provides a set of numbered color swatches that are universally recognized and allows for consistent and accurate color communication.

What is the difference between garment dyed vs piece dye?

The main difference between garment dyeing and piece dyeing is the timing of the dye application. Garment dyeing occurs after the garment has been fully constructed, where the entire finished garment is dyed as a whole. This process creates unique color variations and a more faded, vintage look. In contrast, piece dyeing involves coloring the fabric before it is cut and sewn into garments. The fabric is dyed in its entirety, resulting in a consistent and uniform color throughout the garment. Piece dyeing is commonly used when precise color control and uniformity are desired. The choice between the two methods depends on the desired aesthetic and production requirements.

What is pms color?

PMS stands for Pantone Matching System, and a PMS color refers to a specific color identified by a unique code within the Pantone color system. Each PMS color is assigned a specific code, these codes allow for consistent and accurate color communication across different platforms.

What is garment dye?

Garment dyeing is a process of customization that results in rich, vibrant colors and a soft, worn-in feel, ideal for achieving consistency and durability.

What is the difference between garment dye vs pigment dye?

The main difference between garment dyeing and pigment dyeing is found in the way the color interacts with the fabric. Garment dyeing involves immersing a garment into a dye bath, allowing the dye to chemically bond with the fabric fibers, resulting in a unique color variations. This process creates a softer look. In contrast, pigment dyeing applies pigmented colorants directly onto the fabric surface, creating a layer of color that sits on top of the fabric. Pigment dyeing often produces a washed-out or faded appearance, reminiscent of a vintage or distressed look.

Which colors can be achieved through garment dyeing?

A better question would be what color can’t be achived with garment dyeing! Virtually any color can be achieved, including vibrant, saturated hues as well as muted or pastel tones. The specific colors that can be achieved depend on various factors such as the type of dye used, the fabric composition, and the dyeing process itself.

What fabrics and products can be dyed?

High natural-fiber PFD garments sewn with cotton thread. We stock thousands of PFD blanks — hoodies, tees, sweatpants, crewnecks, crop tops, tote bags, and more — ready to dye to your exact shade. Looking for a PFD style not listed? Mention it in your quote.

Are there minimums or hidden fees?

We keep low minimums on every project, with wholesale pricing at volume and no hidden fees. Custom dyeing does run a little more per piece than off-the-shelf blanks and takes a little longer, since each garment is dyed to order.