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Sweatshirts, Pullovers, and Hoodies
Wholesale Hoodies and Sweatshirts
Bulkthreads.com carries wholesale hoodies and sweatshirts from some of the more widely used brands in the blank apparel industry. Whether your order calls for a budget fleece hoodie or a premium midweight with a retail-quality feel, this collection covers the full range, with automatic bulk discounts applied at checkout.
Budget Fleece: Gildan and Jerzees
The Gildan G185 is one of the more widely ordered plain hoodies in the wholesale blank market. At 8 oz. 50/50 cotton/polyester, it holds ink well for screen printing and delivers consistent sizing across a wide color run. The G180 crewneck and G186 full-zip round out the Heavy Blend family for shops that need matching styles across a single order. Jerzees offers a comparable option with the 562 NuBlend Pullover, an 8 oz. 50/50 fleece with a slightly softer hand and strong color availability. For high-volume programs where cost-per-unit is the priority, these are the practical starting point.
Mid-Range and Premium: ITC and Port & Company
Independent Trading Co. is a strong option for decorators who need a step up from standard 50/50 fleece. The SS4500 is an 8.5 oz. 80/20 cotton/polyester midweight pullover with a 100% cotton face yarn for clean print results, a clean retail-influenced silhouette, and a generous color lineup. For shops that want a softer, more lightweight result at a comparable price, the AFX90UN Unisex Lightweight Hooded Sweatshirt works well for fashion-forward decoration and warmer-weather programs. Port & Company's PC78H Core Fleece Hoodie is another reliable mid-range option, a 7.8 oz. 50/50 pullover that decorates cleanly and is consistently available across a wide color range.
Premium and Specialty: Bella+Canvas and Next Level
The Bella+Canvas 3719 is built from 8 oz. 52/48 Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton/polyester sponge fleece, a heavier, high-quality fabric that feels closer to a retail purchase than a standard blank. For warmer climates or lighter layering, the BC3512 Unisex Jersey Long Sleeve Hoodie offers a 4.2 oz. 100% combed and ring-spun cotton long-sleeve tee with a hood, a fundamentally different category but a useful option for programs that want a hooded silhouette at jersey weight. For shops focused on fitted silhouettes and softer fabrics, the Next Level 9301 Unisex French Terry Pullover Hoody is worth considering alongside the Bella+Canvas lineup, with a French terry construction that drapes lighter than sponge fleece while keeping the retail-quality hand feel that Next Level is known for.
All hoodies ship with automatic volume discounts applied at checkout. Related collections: Fleece and Sweatshirts, Sweatpants and Joggers, Gildan, Independent Trading Co., Bella+Canvas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best wholesale hoodie for screen printing?
The Gildan G185 is one of the more commonly used wholesale hoodies for screen printing. Its 8 oz. 50/50 cotton/polyester construction takes ink consistently and holds up well through repeated washing. For shops that want a higher-quality print surface with a more retail-quality feel, the Bella+Canvas 3719 sponge fleece is a strong step up, though at a higher price point. The right choice usually comes down to the end customer's expectations and the budget available per unit.
What is the difference between the Gildan G185 and the ITC SS4500?
The G185 is an 8 oz. 50/50 cotton/polyester blend, a reliable, budget-friendly option well suited for high-volume decoration runs where cost-per-unit is the primary concern. The ITC SS4500 is an 8.5 oz. 80/20 cotton/polyester midweight with a 100% cotton face yarn (on solid colors), a higher cotton content overall, a softer hand feel, and a more retail-influenced silhouette. For programs where the end customer will be wearing the hoodie regularly or where a more premium look matters, the SS4500 is worth the price difference.
What is the Bella+Canvas 3719 and why do decorators use it?
The 3719 is a sponge fleece pullover hoodie made from 8 oz. 52/48 Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton/polyester. It is used by decorators producing retail-quality merch, lifestyle brands, and programs where the end customer expects a premium-feeling blank. The sponge fleece construction is heavier and softer than standard 50/50 fleece, and the Airlume combed cotton produces a cleaner print surface for DTG and screen printing.
What is the difference between a 50/50 fleece hoodie and an 80/20 hoodie?
A 50/50 cotton/polyester hoodie, like the Gildan G185 or Port & Company PC78H, balances cost, durability, and print consistency. The higher polyester content helps the fabric resist shrinking and hold its shape. An 80/20 cotton/polyester blend, like the ITC SS4500, has a higher cotton content, which produces a softer, warmer feel that is closer to a straight cotton fleece. For most high-volume decoration runs, 50/50 is the practical choice. For programs where fabric feel matters to the end customer, 80/20 is a meaningful upgrade. One note for screen printers working with 80/20 heather colorways: the SS4500 heather options often shift to 55/45 or 75/25 blends, so dye migration deserves more attention than on the solid colorways.
What wholesale hoodies are best for fashion-forward or retail-style merch programs?
The Bella+Canvas 3719 and the ITC SS4500 are both commonly used for retail-style merch programs. The 3719 is the stronger choice when a premium, fashion-brand feel is the goal. Its sponge fleece construction and retail silhouette are part of why it is popular with lifestyle and boutique decoration programs. The SS4500 is a practical middle ground, more fashion-forward than a standard 50/50 blank but at a lower price point than the Bella+Canvas. The Next Level 9301 French Terry Pullover Hoody is also worth considering for programs that want a softer, lighter-weight retail feel.
Do wholesale hoodies at Bulkthreads come with volume discounts?
Yes. Automatic volume discounts are applied at checkout across the hoodie and sweatshirt catalog, with no codes required. The per-unit price decreases as order size grows, making it a practical source for large decoration runs, campus programs, and merch builds of any scale.