Short answer: for company and staff jackets the usual choices are a softshell (smart, warm, the most common office and event jacket), a knitted training or presentation jacket (sporty, can be fully sublimated in brand colours), a padded or down jacket for winter, and a waterproof shell or 3-in-1 for outdoor teams. Logos go on by embroidery, heat transfer, screen print or silicone badge. Eliian makes all of these with your logo from 10 pieces per design, sizes mixed, with a free digital mockup in 24 hours.
Which jacket for which team
| Jacket | Best for | Logo methods |
|---|---|---|
| Softshell | Office staff, sales teams, events, coaches; cool and dry days | Embroidery, heat transfer, silicone badge |
| Knitted training or presentation jacket | Sports clubs, gyms, fitness and sports brands, events | Full sublimation on polyester knit, embroidery, transfer |
| Padded or down jacket | Winter uniforms, outdoor staff, retail | Embroidery, transfer, badge |
| Waterproof shell or 3-in-1 | Field, site, logistics and outdoor teams in wet climates | Transfer or badge on membrane shells, embroidery on outer panels |
| Windbreaker | Light events, travel, promotional giveaways | Print, transfer, embroidery |
Fabric details for each type: softshell jackets, training and presentation jackets, puffer and down jackets and waterproof outdoor jackets.
Getting the logo right
- Embroidery is the standard for company jackets: durable and premium. Fine text below about 5 mm letter height loses legibility in thread, so small text is better as a transfer.
- Heat transfer and screen print carry fine detail, gradients and small text.
- Silicone or rubber badges give a raised, retail look and avoid needle holes in waterproof shells.
- Full sublimation prints your brand colours and patterns across the whole jacket, on polyester knit only.
- Positions: left chest, back, sleeve and collar are the usual places; names or initials can be added per person in the same order.
Minimum order, price and lead time
Minimum order is 10 pieces per design, sizes mixed. Knitted training and warm-up jackets are USD 13–18 at factory price. Windbreakers are USD 17–20, softshells USD 21–42, padded jackets USD 20–42, waterproof hardshells USD 22–55 and 80/20 down jackets USD 25–45, the lower figure at 100 pieces or more. A physical sample takes 7–10 days and bulk production 20–25 days after sample approval, plus shipping. For winter uniforms, start about five to six weeks earlier than you would for a summer order, because jacket production often runs into the Chinese New Year period.
Sizing for mixed staff
Our standard jacket chart runs XS–3XL, larger on request; men’s and women’s fits can be graded to your spec sheet. Collect sizes by wearer height or chest measurement, not by letter, using our jacket size chart.
What to send for a quote
- Jacket type and use (office, events, outdoor, winter).
- Logo file and positions, plus any names or initials.
- Brand colours (Pantone if you have them).
- Quantity and size split.
- Delivery date and destination country.
Send it on our quote form or WhatsApp +86 180 6456 0021 for a free mockup and price within 24 hours. How we compare with other factories: 8 checks before choosing a jacket manufacturer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best jacket for company staff uniforms?
A softshell is the most common choice: smart, warm, stretchy and good with embroidered logos. For winter, a padded jacket; for outdoor teams in wet climates, a waterproof shell or 3-in-1.
What is the minimum order for custom jackets with a logo?
10 pieces per design at Eliian, with sizes mixed.
How much do custom logo jackets cost?
Knitted training and warm-up jackets are USD 13–18 at factory price. Windbreakers are USD 17–20, softshells USD 21–42, padded jackets USD 20–42, waterproof hardshells USD 22–55 and 80/20 down jackets USD 25–45, with the lower figure at 100 pieces or more.
Embroidery or printing for a company logo on a jacket?
Embroidery for a durable, premium look on most logos. Heat transfer or print for fine detail, gradients and small text, and a transfer or silicone badge on waterproof membrane shells.
How long does a custom jacket order take?
About 7–10 days for a physical sample and 20–25 days for bulk production after sample approval, then shipping.