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Top 10 Style Trends for 2017


At CustomInk, we’re all about keeping up with the trends but never at the sacrifice of quality. We put our products through rigorous testing to ensure the colors are just right and the print quality is grade A on our curated product offering.

Considering how seriously we take our products around here, it’s about time we awarded our top picks for their tried and true printability, trendiness factor, and overall coziness. We took a look at what’s trending for 2017 and can’t wait to show you what we’ve come up with.

Without further ado, here are CustomInk’s Top 10 Product Trends for 2017!

Softest T-shirt

1st Place— Canvas Triblend T-shirt
Runner Up— Next Level Sueded T-shirt

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We know t-shirts— that’s why we know you’ll love the Canvas Triblend. Between the cozy lived in feel and the vast color offering, we’re sure you’ll find this the perfect tee. We hail our runner up, the Next Level Sueded T-shirt, as a shirt so soft you’ll want to sleep in it…and we mean it!

The Popular Vote

1st Place— Comfort Colors

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We couldn’t decide on just one or two products to feature— we had to brag about the entire Comfort Colors collection! From cozy crewneck sweatshirts to stylish v-necks, Comfort Colors is just what the name promises— our comfiest options in some of the best color choices.

Best T-shirt for All Shapes & Sizes

1st Place Tie— Bella Ladies Flowy Triblend T-shirt
1st Place Tie— Comfort Colors 100% Cotton T-Shirt

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It‘s hard to pick a shirt that the whole group will love, so consider mixing and matching our top picks for all shapes and sizes. The Bella Ladies Tri-Blend Flowy T-shirt is sure to flatter all figures with it’s drapey feel and cool colors. Mix the Bella with the Comfort Colors 100% Cotton T-Shirt for a combo that’s sure to please every shape and size.

Tops in Color for ‘17

1st Place— Port Authority Ladies Lightweight Active Soft Shell Jacket in Island Pacific
Runner Up Tie— Sport-Tek Competitor Long Sleeve Performance Shirt in Flame
Runner Up Tie— American Apparel Jersey V-Neck T-Shirt in Kale

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Spring 2017 is all about intermixing lively colors you’d typically find in the wilderness. We’ve fallen in love with the cooling Island Pacific blues, the vibrancy of Flame, and the lushness of Kale. First place just had to go to the Port Authority Ladies Lightweight Active Jacket in island pacific— with a color that calming, how could we resist? It was too tough of a call between the American Apparel Jersey V-Neck in Kale and the Spork-Tek Competitor in Flame, so we went with both! These color trends are just what your group needs to stay stylish together in the new year.

Hats Off

1st Place— Value Cap Biowash
Runner Up— Adams Pigment Dyed Hat

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Dad Hats are huge going into 2017, that’s why we had to feature our Value Cap Biowash! With a ton of color options ranging from Charcoal to Neon Green, there’s sure to be a color to fit your needs. Looking for a little more flair? Try our runner up Dad Hat, the Adams Pigment Dyed Hat with a worn-in feel and a leather buckle that’s sure to make it into the weekly rotation.

No Minimum, No Problem

1st Place Tie— Next Level Tri-Blend Baseball Raglan
1st Place Tie— Rabbit Skins Infant Jersey One Piece

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There was no way to feature just one of our no minimum favorites. From the Tri-Blend Baseball Raglans to the Rabbit Skins Infant Jersey, we had a tough call on our hands. So, we took the easy way out and landed on a tie! If Raglans aren’t really what you had in mind, check out our customizable onesies— from one tiny tot tee to a ton, we have you covered!

Best Bang for Your Buck

1st Place— Hanes 100% Cotton T-shirt
Runner Up— Hanes EcoSmart® 50/50 Hooded Sweatshirt

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There’s nothing better than a good deal or getting the most bang for your buck. Our budget-friendly Hanes line is sure to score you points— and save you money! If you’re looking for a t-shirt option that won’t break the budget, our Hanes 100% Cotton T-shirt is sure to fit the bill. If you’re looking for a colder weather option, the Hanes EcoSmart 50/50 Hoodie is budget friendly and comes in a variety of great colors (like Cardinal and Light Steel!).

On Trend & So Unique

1st Place— 4-in-1 Charging Buddy
Runner Up— American Apparel Dog Raglan T-Shirt

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We know— you probably didn’t even realize CustomInk offered these customizable products! The versatility of the 4-in-1 Charging Buddy was a shoe-in for first place. No matter what device is in need of a boost, the portable Charging Buddy can handle it! The Doggie Raglan is a team member favorite around Customink, so there was no way we could go without mentioning it as our runner up. With no minimum order quantity, this trendy tee wins best in show!

Tops in Tech

1st Place— Flash Power Bank
Runner Up Tie— 8GB USB
Runner Up Tie— Color Pop Ear Buds

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Never leave home again without a backup powerbank like the Flash! This customizable power bank is essential for professionals on the go. It comes equipped with a rechargeable battery and USB input. Honorable mention goes to our 8GB USB and Color Pop Ear Buds— who wouldn’t love to score one of these goodies?

Tote-ally Trusted

1st Place— 100% Cotton Canvas Tote
Runner Up— Port Authority Mesh Cinchpack

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We consider ourselves to be the best in bags and can’t disappoint with our top two choices. Go green with the 100% Cotton Canvas Tote— it’s ideal for giveaways and promotional events! If you’re on the move, there’s nothing easier than throwing the Port Authority Mesh Cinchpack over your shoulder at your next group event. From family picnics to amusement park adventures, the Cinchpack is perfect for stashing all your essentials.


Lissa is the Site Content Specialist at Custom Ink. She hopes to create content that engages and inspires customers. Lissa loves to see ideas of hers brought to life by customer's orders!

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