Custom Dresses – Stylish, Versatile, and Built for Expression
Premium Dresses decorated with DTG, screen printing, embroidery, transfers, and custom patches.
- Screen print, DTG & premium embroidery options
- 100% Cotton, Baby Rib & Heavy Spandex styles
- Free creative proof before production
Material Lab
Choosing the right dress fabric ensures decoration quality and a flattering silhouette. We decorate across baby rib, heavyweight spandex rib, cotton jersey, and premium Manantial cotton surfaces.
1x1 Baby Rib
100% Combed cotton baby rib — soft, stretchy, and form-fitting with a fine-textured surface
Best decoration:
DTG / Screen Print
Heavyweight Spandex Rib
Thick, structured cotton-spandex blend — high-density fabric that maintains its shape
Best decoration:
Embroidery / Screen Print
100% Cotton Jersey
Classic cotton jersey — smooth, breathable, and lightweight for everyday casual dresses
Best decoration:
Screen Print / DTG
Manantial Cotton
Premium heavyweight cotton with a unique drape — structured and durable for high-fashion silhouettes
Best decoration:
Embroidery / Patches
Most visible decoration zones
Choosing the right placement determines your design's impact. These zones show where decoration typically performs best. We don't restrict placement—we guide you to the most impactful options and send a proof before production.
Center Chest
Highest VisibilityHigh-visibility branding zone. Large prints or graphics centered on the front of the dress. Ideal for promotional merch and fashion drops.
Right Chest
High VisibilityPrimary branding zone for minimalist logos. Small prints or embroidery on the upper right chest panel. Most common for boutique labels.
Back Shoulder
Medium VisibilitySubtle branding zone. Small logo or text centered between the shoulder blades for a refined finishing accent.
Expert Guidance
We guide placement and send a proof before production.
Dress Decoration Methods
We offer eco-friendly DTG, technical screen printing, premium embroidery, water-based transfers, and custom patches for fashion-forward dresses.
Eco-Friendly DTG
Full-color digital printing using water-based inks. Ideal for complex designs and photographic details on premium cotton dresses.
Technical Screen Print
Bold, vibrant prints with excellent durability. Best for large-scale graphics and retail-ready logos on larger runs.
Premium Embroidery
Precise thread logos for a professional, tactile finish on rib-knit and heavyweight dresses.
Water-based Transfers
Smooth, flexible graphics that work perfectly on stretch and rib materials. Best for multi-color designs with sharp details.
Custom Patches
Embroidered or woven patches applied with precision. Delivers a rugged, high-end look for lifestyle and boutique brands.
How our dress decoration works
From style selection to final delivery, our streamlined process ensures your custom dresses are produced with exceptional quality and attention to detail.
Choose styles & upload your design
Browse our curated collection of premium dresses from brands like Los Angeles Apparel. Select your colors and quantities, then upload your custom design or logo files.
Proof & approve
Our design team creates a detailed digital mockup of your decorated dresses. Review placement, colors, and design details. Approve your free creative proof before we start production.
Production & delivery
We print or embroider your dresses with precision. Every order is quality-checked, carefully packaged, and shipped directly with tracking. One tree is planted for every order.
Ready to get started on your custom dress project?
Browse dress stylesAnatomy of a Custom Dress
Dresses are engineered for flattering silhouettes and high-fashion branding. We decorate every style with attention to the dress's rib-knit construction and premium fabric drape.
V-Neck / Crew Neck
Reinforced neckline available in various styles including V-neck, crew, and mock neck for diverse brand aesthetics.
Fine Baby Rib Knit
Signature 1x1 rib construction that provides a perfect form-fitting stretch and a smooth surface for decoration.
Primary Branding Zone
The center chest area — the most common and visible zone for high-detail digital prints and graphics.
Double-Stitched Hem
Industrial-grade hemmed edges to ensure a long lifespan and a clean, professional retail finish.
Heavyweight Spandex
Premium spandex-blend fabric (on select styles) that provides structure and ensures the dress maintains its shape.
V-Neck / Crew Neck
Reinforced neckline available in various styles including V-neck, crew, and mock neck for diverse brand aesthetics.
Fine Baby Rib Knit
Signature 1x1 rib construction that provides a perfect form-fitting stretch and a smooth surface for decoration.
Primary Branding Zone
The center chest area — the most common and visible zone for high-detail digital prints and graphics.
Double-Stitched Hem
Industrial-grade hemmed edges to ensure a long lifespan and a clean, professional retail finish.
Heavyweight Spandex
Premium spandex-blend fabric (on select styles) that provides structure and ensures the dress maintains its shape.
Stylish for every drop, activation, and brand moment
From boutique merch to event ambassadors, we decorate dresses that elevate your brand identity.
Retail Merch & Boutique
Premium Los Angeles Apparel dresses for fashion-forward merch drops, boutique labels, and retail packaging.
Events & Activations
Vibrant custom dresses for marketing events, brand ambassadors, and promotional giveaways.
Lifestyle Branding
Coordinated dresses for lifestyle brands, wellness centers, and luxury guest service uniforms.
Limited Edition Drops
High-detail DTG and embroidered dresses for exclusive collaborations and seasonal fashion collections.
Custom Dresses for Boutique Labels, Brand Activations, and Lifestyle Merch
Custom dresses are a stylish, fashion-forward branding tool for boutique labels, brand activations, and lifestyle merch drops. A decorated baby-rib midi or Manantial cotton dress carries your brand into retail floors, events, and seasonal collections — putting your label on every silhouette.
At DTLA Print, we specialize in eco-friendly DTG, technical screen printing, premium embroidery, water-based transfers, and custom patches for dresses. We source dresses from trusted brands like Los Angeles Apparel and AS Colour, handling all decoration in-house. Every order includes a free design proof before production begins.
Premium printing for fashion gear
DTG and screen printing offer the most vibrant solution for logos on cotton dresses. Our water-based inks are non-toxic and designed to adhere perfectly to natural fibers, ensuring a soft hand-feel.
- · Eco-friendly water-based inks
- · Ideal for baby rib and cotton jersey
- · Durable and vibrant through countless wash cycles
Professional embroidery for boutique looks
Embroidery is the premium choice for fashion dresses, providing a professional and durable finish. Our raised thread logos are tested on rib-knit and heavyweight fabrics to ensure your brand stands out.
- · Professional raised thread embroidery
- · Precise small-logo detailing
- · Tested on natural cotton and stretch fabrics
Custom styles and silhouettes
From Manantial midi dresses and mock neck styles to sporty baby rib minis and racerback options, we offer a silhouette for every brand. We source from leading fashion brands like Los Angeles Apparel.
- · Midi, mini, racerback, and long-sleeve silhouettes
- · Form-fitting and structured styles
- · Curated colors to match your brand identity
Quantities and fast turnaround
We accommodate dress orders of all sizes — no minimum order requirement. Standard production is 10-14 business days after proof approval, with rush production available for tight fashion drops and brand activations. Free digital mockups for every order.
Questions about Custom Dresses?
FAQ
Everything you need to know about styles, decoration, and delivery.
What is the best fabric for a form-fitting dress?
Our 1x1 Baby Rib and Heavyweight Spandex Rib options are specifically designed for a form-fitting stretch while maintaining their shape through repeated use.
Can you print across the entire front of the dress?
Yes. Because we print on dresses while they are flat, we can accommodate large-scale designs that fill the majority of the front face. Exact dimensions vary by dress style and size.
Are these dresses machine-washable?
Yes. Most of our cotton and rib-knit dresses are machine-washable. We recommend using cold water and a gentle cycle, then hanging to dry to protect the decoration and fabric integrity.
Is there a minimum order for custom dresses?
Most of our dresses have a 1-piece minimum for embroidery and DTG. Wholesale bulk discounts for technical screen printing typically begin at 12+ pieces.
Do you offer long-sleeve dress options?
Yes. We offer several styles including the Los Angeles Apparel L/S Mock Neck Dress, perfect for fall/winter merch drops and professional layering.
How quickly can I get custom dresses for a fashion launch?
Standard production time is 10-14 business days. For tight deadlines, we offer rush production services (3-5 days) to ensure your brand is ready for the runway.








