Export T-Shirts: Definition, Classification, Process, Materials

T-shirt designs score points with wearers because of their dynamic, youthful beauty and convenience and flexibility. That is also the reason why exported T-shirt products in particular and the export fashion market in general have developed strongly and rapidly as they are today. 

So what is an export T-shirt? What are the popular Vietnamese export T-shirt product lines? How does the export T-shirt production process take place? All of your questions will be answered in detail by HAI ANH IMEX in the article below.

Concept definition of export t-shirts

What is an export T-shirt ? What is the difference between wholesale export T-shirts and T-shirts sold domestically? Let’s find out now: 

What is export t-shirt?

Exported T-shirts are understood as fashion T-shirts produced in Vietnam to supply to international customers. Vietnamese exported T-shirts are mainly supplied to major markets in the world such as the US, UK, Japan or Korea, etc.

T-shirt products that meet export conditions will need to meet strict regulations and standards. From raw materials, machinery to production and packaging processes, all must meet international standards. In order to create VNXK T-shirt products with high completion, exported to foreign markets. 

Current regulations on VNXK clothing

As one of the countries with potential fashion export industry, Vietnam has been proving its position in the international market. One of the important factors determining this success comes from the strict regulations and standards on the quality of exported clothing. 

Specifically, cheap export shirt products when exported to international markets need to meet the following standards:

• Requirements on style and design : The shape of high quality, cheap export T-shirts must be consistent with the design style and aesthetics. The garments are produced according to the correct model and size specified according to standards. 
• Technical requirements : The fabric must be of good quality, with mechanical, physical and chemical standards in accordance with regulations. The accompanying decorative accessories must meet the aesthetic and design intent. Exported T-shirts are durable, of good quality, with tight and neat seams. 
• Requirements for product labeling and packaging : The product label and packaging must fully display information about size, manufacturing unit logo, country of origin, and instructions for use. Each product is packaged in PE, PP bags or according to specific requirements. 

General characteristics of Vietnamese exported T-shirts

Export fashion is currently one of the key economic sectors, bringing in large economic profits. Vietnamese exported T-shirts and T-shirts are always highly appreciated in the international market not only because of their standard quality, but also because of the diversity in designs and styles. 

• High quality, meeting international standards : Exported T-shirt products are always guaranteed in quality thanks to professional production processes and compliance with international standards. 
• Diverse and rich designs : The diversity and richness in exported T-shirt products helps to meet maximum usage needs, targeting many different customer groups. 
• Competitive price : The application of professional production lines and large production quantities helps to optimize costs. Therefore, the prices of exported elastic samples are very competitive and attractive. 
• Prioritize the use of imported materials and accessories : Unlike regular T-shirt products, exported T-shirts always prioritize the use of imported materials and accessories that meet quality standards. 
• Strictly controlled production process : The production process of export T-shirts is carried out professionally through clear steps and under strict supervision. Meeting international standards for quality, safety and environment. 
• Packaging and shipping : Men’s export T-shirts are carefully prepared in the packaging and shipping stages. Ensuring that the goods reach consumers in the best condition. 

Classification of popular export t-shirts today

It is no coincidence that exported T-shirts are so popular. With features such as easy to wear, high applicability, suitable for many subjects and situations, T-shirts are considered a “must have” outfit for everyone. 

So what are the most popular types of export T-shirts today? Find out now with us: 

Women’s T-shirts for export

Women’s export T-shirts are very diverse in design, style and model. From simple T-shirt models such as round neck T-shirts, polo shirts, polo shirts to stylized models such as crop tops, short-sleeved T-shirts or body-hugging T-shirts. Each design is suitable for different body shapes, styles and usage situations.

Women’s export T-shirts prioritize high-quality cotton fabric, less wrinkled and highly durable. Ensuring a dry, cool and flexible feeling for the wearer. Women’s export T-shirt models are suitable for outdoor activities, going out or going to work, … 

Men’s export t-shirts

Men’s T-shirts have a minimalist but sophisticated style, highlighting the masculinity and elegance of men. These can be basic round-neck T-shirts, printed T-shirts, embroidered T-shirts or polite, professional polo shirts, etc. 

Exported men’s t-shirt products often choose neutral colors such as white, black, gray, navy blue or some outstanding colors such as beige, yellow, orange, etc. Exported men’s t-shirt outfits are easy to transform into many styles and can be combined with many different types of outfits. 

Boys export t-shirts

The exported boys’ T-shirts have eye-catching designs, outstanding prints and impressive colors, making children feel excited when wearing the clothes. Not only focusing on design or print, exported boys’ T-shirts will need to meet quality standards. The cotton fabric used must ensure breathability, coolness, high elasticity and especially be benign and safe for children’s skin. 

Exported girls t-shirts

Similar to boys’ T-shirts, girls’ T-shirts also prioritize dynamic, lovely designs with outstanding, eye-catching prints. Exported girls’ T-shirts have a youthful, dynamic style, simple and not too fussy designs, suitable for the age of the child. The product prioritizes the selection of high-quality, benign and skin-friendly fabrics, ensuring the safety of children when using the outfit. 

Round neck t-shirt xk

The distinguishing feature of export round neck t-shirts is the collar of the shirt. This is also the most popular and favorite t-shirt model today. The youthful, dynamic round neck design is not picky about the wearer, easy to coordinate with many different outfits. Export round neck t-shirts are considered a must-have outfit in anyone’s wardrobe. 

V-neck T-shirt

The V-neck design with a moderate depth of the exported T-shirts is the perfect suggestion for those who love elegant style. The T-shirt style helps to highlight the body shape with a slim neck, suitable for people with a balanced body. Women’s V-neck T-shirts bring a feminine, graceful and feminine beauty. On the contrary, men’s V-neck T-shirts highlight the masculinity and strength of men. 

Export T-shirt Production Process

To meet the strict export fashion standards, the T-shirt production process must be professional and clear in each stage. Specifically, to create a standard export shirt product at HAI ANH IMEX, it will need to go through the following detailed steps:

Prepare materials, design patterns

The raw material preparation step is carried out to ensure maximum progress and product quality. The raw materials prepared must be in the correct quantity, type and ensure the required quality.

In addition, in this stage, the garment factory needs to make a main diagram and design a pattern. This is a problem that helps manufacturing enterprises arrange the right method to save fabric and shorten production time. 

Cut and sew finished product

Once the pattern is ready, the tailor will proceed to spread and cut the fabric according to the diagram. An export T-shirt will be made up of many different small pieces of fabric. This requires the tailor to have high technique, skillful hands and meticulousness so that the small pieces of fabric are the most “neat”.

The next step in the export T-shirt production process is to sew the cut fabric and print/embroider the image to create a production that matches the design. At this stage, the tailor must strictly adhere to the design, size and time regulations. 

Finishing export t-shirt products

After being sewn, the exported T-shirt products will be transferred to the finishing stage. Including steps such as cleaning, ironing. Carefully checking the quality of each product, quantity, color, … and packaging according to the general regulations of the manufacturer. 

Popular export t-shirt materials

One of the important criteria that determines the quality of exported T-shirts is the fabric. Accordingly, the fabric used to make Vietnamese exported T-shirts must meet the criteria of durability, absorbency, elasticity and skin-friendliness. 

Some commonly used export T-shirt materials on the market include: 

Cotton 100%

100% cotton fabric is a fabric whose main ingredient is natural rattan fiber. This fabric is widely used around the world and is called by the beautiful name “king of fabrics”. 

100% cotton fabric has the advantage of being breathable, absorbent, and comfortable for the wearer. At the same time, this fabric does not cause skin irritation, is safe for all skin types, has a soft, smooth surface, and is highly aesthetic. Popular 100% cotton fabric materials on the market include Piquecool, Piquecool Plus, Hapimax, and Prime Cotton, etc. 

VNXK clothing made of cotton blend

Cotton blend fabric is a fabric line that combines natural cotton fibers and some other artificial fibers such as polyester, rayon or spandex. However, cotton fibers will still usually account for a large amount, about 80% or more, to maintain the characteristics and texture of natural cotton fabric. 

Depending on the mixing ratio, cotton blended fabrics are divided into many different types such as Aircool, Coolmate or Compactfit, etc. Cotton blended fabrics have the characteristics of good sweat absorption, breathability, high durability, good elasticity, suitable for most consumer needs. 

Bamboo fabric

Bamboo fabric is made from cellulose from bamboo stems combined with some other additives. As one of the natural fabrics widely used in the garment industry, bamboo fabric possesses many outstanding properties. The fabric is antibacterial, resistant to ultraviolet rays, and breathable. The fabric surface is soft, creating comfort for the user and is especially extremely benign to the skin and environmentally friendly. 

Modal fabric

This is a synthetic fiber fabric with the main ingredient from oak wood. The characteristics of oak wood fiber are the ability to naturally resist insects and pests, increase antibacterial efficiency and are safe for the skin. Modal fabric is also highly appreciated for its natural biodegradability and environmental friendliness. The fabric surface is soft, has good dyeing and color retention. The fabric holds its shape and wrinkles less, helping to shape and increase the aesthetics of the outfit. 

Linen fabric

Linen fabric, also known as linen, is a fabric made from flax plant fibers. This fabric is breathable and cool, so it is very suitable for sewing summer T-shirts. The advantages of linen are that it has good heat retention, high moisture absorption, light weight and is especially durable over time. 

Other fabric lines

In addition to the above mentioned types of cotton fabric, export T-shirts are also made from many other materials. Such as cold fabric, sports fabric, etc. depending on the needs and purposes of each group of export T-shirts. 

Vietnam’s T-shirt export market

Main markets for exported T-shirts

Textiles and garments are one of Vietnam’s major export industries, contributing significantly to the country’s export revenue. Exported T-shirts are one of the key products of this industry. Vietnam’s main T-shirt export markets include major countries in the world such as the United States, Europe, Japan, Korea and China. These are all powerful countries in the world with large and stable demand for fashion products. 

Potential and challenges of Vietnam’s T-shirt export industry

Vietnam’s fashion export industry is considered a key economic sector of the country with rapid growth. With advantages in labor and production resources, Vietnam’s T-shirt export industry is facing many development potentials as well as challenges and difficulties:

• Challenge : The biggest challenge of Vietnam’s fashion export industry is fierce competition. Our direct competitors are countries with abundant labor resources and modern machinery and technology such as China, India, etc. 

In addition, the Vietnamese T-shirt export industry also faces difficulties in terms of quality requirements and competitive prices. Along with that are the constant changes in fashion trends and risks in the international shipping process.

• Opportunity : The export fashion market has a huge demand and is constantly increasing. Especially in the period when e-commerce platforms are developing strongly, helping Vietnamese products get closer to international customers. The increase of domestic fashion brands is also an important factor in expanding the market. 

How to distinguish genuine export t-shirts from fake ones

The problem of distinguishing genuine export T-shirts from fake ones is a headache for many consumers. However, with just one simple method, you can completely accurately identify which are high-quality export T-shirts and which are low-quality ones: 

• Fabric material : The first criterion that helps you distinguish between quality export T-shirts and fake ones is the fabric material. Genuine T-shirt products always prioritize the use of quality fabrics, with clear origins, durability and good absorbency. 
• Seams : Another way to distinguish genuine export T-shirts from low-quality ones is the seams. High-quality T-shirts will have even, sturdy, and neat seams, without loose threads or excess threads. On the contrary, low-quality T-shirts often have sloppy seams that are prone to fraying and fraying. 
• Labels : On the labels of Vietnamese fashion products, there will always be the words “Made in Vietnam”. In addition, product labels also fully display information about materials, washing instructions, sizes, etc. Meanwhile, labels of fake T-shirts are only made from regular cardboard, have a sketchy design and incomplete information. 
• Packaging : The packaging of high-quality export T-shirts shows professionalism, neatness and beauty. On the contrary, low-quality T-shirts often do not pay attention to the product packaging. 

Future export t-shirt trends

Update future trends in design and production of export t-shirts: 

• Using environmentally friendly materials : The trend of using fabrics of natural origin such as cotton, linen, bamboo, etc. Or environmentally friendly, biodegradable fabrics has received more attention in recent years. 
• Applying advanced production technology : Replacing the traditional t-shirt sewing methods of the past, export t-shirt sewing factories have applied modern technology and machinery to optimize the production process, save labor, time and costs. 
• Focus on creative and unique designs : Not just simple and boring T-shirts like before. Today’s export T-shirt models have invested in design, expressing creativity and individuality. 
• Quality embroidery printing technology : The application of advanced, quality embroidery printing technology has become familiar in export T-shirt factories. Creating beautiful, highly aesthetic and perfect quality finished products. 

Hai Anh Garment Factory – The leading prestigious export garment factory in the market

If you are looking for a reputable and quality export garment factory, then May Hai Anh is definitely an ideal address that you cannot ignore. With nearly 15 years of experience in the garment industry, Hai Anh IMEX has been providing export T-shirt solutions to millions of customers. Export garment products at May Hai Anh are always highly appreciated for their quality, variety of designs, styles and high-quality fabrics.

Hai Anh Garment currently owns a large-scale production system located in Hanoi and Phu Tho. Fully equipped with modern machinery, technology and production lines, along with a team of skilled and professional staff. Hai Anh shows dedication and meticulousness in every smallest detail with the desire to bring absolute satisfaction to customers with quality export T-shirt products.

Summary

Exported T-shirts are becoming a major industry that many businesses focus on developing. Exported T-shirt products are not only improved in quality but also in design and models, increasingly diverse, meeting the maximum needs of customers. Hopefully, the above information from May Hai Anh has helped readers better understand the export T-shirt models.