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4 Cool for the Summer Lightweight Tees [+4 More New Models]

by Gooten Editorial Team on Jul. 18, 2023

At the risk of stating the obvious, it’s hot outside.

Across the country, people are experiencing record-setting temperatures, significant heat waves that cry out for days sipping lemonade by the pool.

Of course, not all of us have that luxury, but your print on demand store can offer customers the next best thing: A chance to dress cool in lightweight custom T-shirts. 

Here at Gooten, we have a complete inventory of summer-ready apparel, ideal for catering to your customers during the dog days of summer.

Here are a few models that can juice sales between now and fall.

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Summer T-Shirts: Four Gooten Favorites

First, here are four tried-and-true lightweight T-shirt ideas from the Gooten catalog.

Best Custom T-Shirts for the Summer Heat

Gildan 64000/64000L

Your summer sales won’t be complete without these soft crew-neck shirts from Gildan. Check out both the 64000 and 64000L; they’re similar but not identical. Some features worth noting:

  • Rolled shoulder
  • Double-sleeve needle hem
  • 100 percent US-grown cotton, sustainably grown and ethically harvested
  • Sizes up to 4XL

Next Level 6210

Next Level tees are well known for their lightweight feel and long-term durability, making them ideally suited for print on demand summer sales. 

A few things you’re customers will love about the Next Level 6210:

  • Spun cotton blend, incredibly soft to the touch but also made to last
  • Sustainably grown and ethically sourced
  • Sizes up to 4XL

Next Level 6210

Unisex Premium Fitted CVC Crew Neck Tee

Anvil 980

The Anvil 980 is another favorite to help your print on demand store gain more summer sales. Some features worth noting:

  • It’s preshrunk, meaning there’s little risk of the shirt shrinking in the washer or dryer
  • Made from 100 percent ring-spun cotton
  • Jersey-knit fabric is semi-fitted
  • The seamed collar offers a classy look

Anvil 980

Unisex Lightweight Preshrunk Crew Neck Tee

Next Level 6610

Here’s one more selection from our list of Next Level tees. The benefits of the Next Level 6610 include:

  • Women’s crew-neck jersey tee
  • Breathable and soft to the touch
  • Sustainably grown and ethically sourced

Next Level 6610

Women's CVC Jersey Crew Neck Tee

Four Brand New Summer T-Shirts

In addition to these long-time favorites, we’ve added several new lightweight T-shirt options to the Gooten catalog offered via API integration.

Our API guide will show you how to access these models and more!

Getting Started API Guide
With the use of our API, your developers have extensive access to Gooten's core features. Check out some of the things and resources that you can work with using our API.
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C2 Sport 5100

This poly crew neck tee has immediately become one of our top-selling custom apparel items, and it’s not hard to see why! 

They are:

  • Moisture-wicking and antimicrobial
  • 100 percent polyester
  • Lightweight and breathable
  • Sizes from XS to 4XL

Bella + Canvas 3003

Bella + Canvas makes some of the best summer T-shirts you’ll find anywhere, with this jersey curved hem tee being a particular standout. 

Features include:

  • Curved bottom hem
  • Pre-shrunk
  • High quality cotton composition

Next Level 1540

A great addition to our collection of Next Level tees, this women’s model offers several benefits:

  • Feminine V-neck design
  • Tear-away label
  • Pre-laundered to reduce shrinkage
  • Made from reused/recycled fabric

Anvil 880

One more item to include in your summer sales, the Anvil 880 has several noteworthy selling points:

  • Flattering, feminine fit
  • Made from 100 percent pre-shrunk, ring-spun cotton
  • Tear-away label
  • Double-needle sleeve and bottom
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Stock Up for Late Summer Sales

All of us are looking for ways to beat the heat. Your print on demand store can be part of the solution, offering lightweight T-shirt options to keep your customers as cool as can be. 

We invite you to add a few of these models to your late-summer sales. 

If you have any questions about specific models or print on demand fulfillment partnerships, we encourage you to contact Gooten directly.