From edgy to retro, two custom pieces to build your streetwear brand

For wholesalers or startup brands looking to enter the streetwear market, there's no need for complex product lines. Selecting the right core items and focusing on custom designs can quickly establish a distinctive style. Knit jackets and rhinestone hoodies are both affordable and impactful, making them essential pieces for launching a streetwear brand.

1. Custom Knit Jackets—— The “Versatile Ace” of Retro Street Style

The essence of retro streetwear lies in “relaxed fit + memorable details.”

Take the knit baseball jacket, for instance. Not only is it a highly sought-after silhouette in fashion, but it also offers excellent warmth. Its cropped ribbed hem and cuffs, typically crafted from stretchy wool rib or knit fabric, serve a practical purpose: effectively blocking wind and cold air from seeping in.

Customize knit jackets by focusing on fabric and prints. We recommend a 48-gauge combed cotton blend (8% spandex) for its soft cotton feel with subtle stretch—ideal for European and American body types while resisting shrinkage after washing. For design, consider a “large-scale retro print” on the back—such as a 90s street graffiti motif—reproduced with digital direct-to-fabric printing to achieve low-saturation color clashes. Intentionally distressed “frayed edges” enhance the vintage aesthetic. For cuffs and hems, opt for 2x2 ribbed knit for enhanced durability and heat retention, ideal for spring/fall layering. Our factory customizes jackets for numerous streetwear brands, and this design has proven exceptionally popular throughout its design, production, and sales cycle.

2. Rhinestone Hoodie Customization—Your Go-To Cool-Factor Accessory

Trendy brands seeking visual impact should try this year's hottest trend: rhinestone sweatshirts.

Letters and patterns are layered with rhinestones and bead embroidery, creating a bling-bling effect. Paired with distressed fabrics and sparkling accents, they blend retro charm with modern flair—perfectly capturing young consumers' desire for uniqueness and individuality.

The key to customizing rhinestone hoodies lies in “rhinestone selection + pattern layout.” For designs, we recommend “mixing large and small stones”—for example, use 5mm round high-gloss rhinestones for the eyes of IP characters or the edges of logos, while outlining character silhouettes with 3mm square matte rhinestones. This contrast between stone types enhances dimensionality. If concerned about excessive sparkle, opt for a “small yet refined” rhinestone logo on the chest paired with an IP character line art print on the back. This balances edgy style with everyday wearability. Note: Rhinestones require high-temperature reinforcement and must pass wash testing. Our customization process includes comprehensive testing reports to ensure zero post-sale issues.

Both items offer flexible customization for diverse scenarios: add a detachable hood to knit jackets for versatile styling, or combine rhinestone sweatshirts with other fabric techniques for innovative looks. As your export customization partner, we offer end-to-end services from fabric sampling and pattern design to bulk production. Whether it's a small trial order of 50 pieces or a large-scale IP collaboration, we precisely match your needs to help you rapidly penetrate the streetwear market with core items.