How Much Does Branded Workwear Cost in the UK? A Full Price Breakdown
If you’re budgeting for custom workwear in the UK, you’ll usually want a clear answer to one question: how much will each finished garment cost?
The honest answer depends on the garment, logo, decoration method and order size. However, for planning purposes, most businesses should budget between £8 and £75 per finished garment, excluding VAT.
At Brand Me Now, we’ll give you an itemised quote before production. There are no minimum order quantities, free artwork checks and digital mock-ups, and our price beat guarantee means we’ll beat a like-for-like price where possible.
Here’s what affects the final price.
Quick Price Guide
The table below shows realistic UK planning ranges for a garment supplied with one standard logo placement. Prices exclude VAT and are indicative rather than a fixed quotation.
| Garment | Small order: 1–9 | Medium order: 10–49 | Bulk order: 50+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-shirt | £10–£18 | £8–£14 | £7–£12 |
| Polo shirt | £13–£25 | £11–£20 | £9–£17 |
| Hoodie or sweatshirt | £26–£45 | £22–£36 | £18–£30 |
| Hi-vis vest | £10–£22 | £8–£16 | £7–£13 |
| Softshell or work jacket | £38–£75 | £32–£65 | £27–£55 |
These prices include the garment and one decoration position, such as a left-chest logo. A second sleeve, back or leg position will increase the price.
What Drives The Cost?
1. Choose The Right Garment
The garment itself is often the biggest part of the price.
A basic cotton T-shirt will cost less than a heavyweight polo, technical performance top or waterproof jacket. Features such as fabric weight, waterproofing, stretch, fit, pockets and safety compliance all affect the price.
For example, our online range includes:
- Pro RTX polo shirts from around £8.95 excluding VAT
- RX151 Pro T-shirts from around £7.50 excluding VAT
- Pro RTX hoodies from around £22 excluding VAT
- Pro RTX softshell jackets from around £34.95 excluding VAT
These are garment prices before branding. Your final quote will depend on the decoration method, logo and quantity.
2. Pick The Decoration Method
Different methods suit different fabrics, designs and budgets. We offer several options under one roof, so you don’t have to send part of your order to another supplier.
Embroidery
Embroidery stitches your logo directly into the garment. It gives polos, fleeces, jackets, caps and uniforms a raised, professional finish.
It’s particularly suitable when you need:
- A durable logo for frequent washing
- A premium finish on polos and jackets
- Simple artwork with one to four colours
- Branding that will last through regular use
Typical embroidery costs for one standard logo position are:
| Order size | Typical embroidery cost |
|---|---|
| 1–9 garments | £3–£8 per garment |
| 10–49 garments | £2.50–£5 per garment |
| 50+ garments | £1.50–£4 per garment |
Embroidery pricing depends heavily on stitch count. A small chest logo costs less than a large back design with dense stitching.
Embroidery digitising is free on orders over £100. For orders below £100, there’s a one-off £15 digitising fee.
DTF Printing
DTF, or direct-to-film printing, transfers a full-colour design onto the garment. It works well for detailed logos, gradients, small text and technical fabrics.
DTF is often the best choice when you need:
- Full-colour branding
- Detailed or photographic artwork
- Lightweight or performance fabrics
- Small or mixed orders
- A fast, flexible solution
Typical DTF decoration costs are:
| Order size | Typical DTF cost |
|---|---|
| 1–9 garments | £4–£10 per garment |
| 10–49 garments | £3–£6 per garment |
| 50+ garments | £2–£4 per garment |
DTF is the only decoration method we offer with no setup fee ever. Colour count doesn’t add a separate charge, so a detailed four-colour logo can be more cost-effective than you might expect.
Screen Printing
Screen printing is a strong option for larger runs of T-shirts, hoodies and promotional clothing. It’s particularly cost-effective for bold designs with a small number of colours.
Typical decoration costs are:
| Order size | Typical screen printing cost |
|---|---|
| 1–9 garments | £4–£10 per garment |
| 10–49 garments | £2.50–£6 per garment |
| 50+ garments | £1.50–£4 per garment |
The final price depends on the number of colours, print size and setup required for the artwork. Larger orders spread those production costs across more garments, reducing the price per item.
DTG Printing
DTG, or direct-to-garment printing, is designed for highly detailed artwork and small runs. It prints directly onto the garment and is useful for one-off designs, promotional clothing and photo-quality graphics.
A typical budget is:
| Order size | Typical DTG cost |
|---|---|
| 1–9 garments | £7–£14 per garment |
| 10–49 garments | £5–£9 per garment |
| 50+ garments | £4–£8 per garment |
Not every logo needs DTG. For most company uniforms, embroidery or DTF will usually be the more practical choice. We’ll recommend the right option after checking your artwork and garments.
See our guide to decoration methods for a closer comparison.
Logo Size, Colours And Placement
Your logo can change the price even when the garment stays the same.
A small left-chest logo is usually the most economical option. Larger designs use more thread, film, ink or production time.
Costs can increase when you choose:
- A large back print
- Multiple sleeve positions
- Chest, back and sleeve branding together
- Dense embroidery with a high stitch count
- Multiple individual names
- Large numbers on sportswear
- Several different logos across one order
With embroidery, the main cost driver is stitch count. With printing, size and placement matter more than the number of colours. DTF is especially useful for full-colour logos because colour count doesn’t create a separate setup charge.
Watch For Hidden Workwear Costs
A low headline price doesn’t always mean a low final price. Before comparing suppliers, check whether the quote includes:
Setup Or Digitising
Ask whether artwork preparation is included.
At Brand Me Now, embroidery digitising is free on orders over £100, or £15 below that. DTF has no setup fee ever.
Artwork Changes
Some suppliers charge for artwork amendments or file preparation. We provide a free artwork check and digital mock-up, so you can approve the appearance before production.
Delivery
Delivery charges may be separate, especially for multi-site orders or urgent deliveries. We’ll confirm delivery or collection options in your quote. Orders can be delivered across the UK or collected from our Birmingham studio.
VAT
Some online prices are shown excluding VAT and others include it. Always check which figure you’re comparing.
Individual Personalisation
Adding names, job titles or numbers to each garment can add production time and cost. It may still be worthwhile for care teams, schools, sports clubs and larger workforces, but it should be included in the original brief.
How Bundles Reduce The Cost Per Person
A bundle gives each team member a planned set of garments, such as:
- Two polo shirts
- One T-shirt
- One hoodie
- One softshell jacket
- One cap or beanie
Buying a coordinated set can reduce the cost per item because we can source and decorate the order together. It also gives your team a consistent appearance and makes reordering easier.
You can view our workwear range or explore the bundle collection.
For companies with 30 to 500 staff, bundles can also simplify uniform management. Instead of asking each department to choose different garments, you can approve a clear selection for each role and reorder it as needed.
Five Ways To Keep Your Price Down
1. Use One Main Logo Position
A left-chest logo is usually the simplest and most cost-effective starting point. Add a back or sleeve logo only where it serves a clear purpose.
2. Keep The Artwork Simple
Simple logos are usually quicker and cheaper to embroider. If your design is detailed or full-colour, DTF may offer better value.
3. Order In A Planned Batch
Moving from 10 garments to 50 or more can reduce the per-unit cost significantly. It also makes colours and branding more consistent across your team.
4. Choose Standard Garments
Popular polos, T-shirts and hoodies are often easier to source and reorder than specialist garments. This helps with availability and ongoing uniform supply.
5. Use A Free Mock-Up Before Ordering
Our free artwork check helps you confirm the logo size, placement and decoration method before production. That reduces the risk of approving something that doesn’t look right on the finished garment.
What Should You Budget?
For a straightforward order of branded workwear UK businesses commonly choose:
- T-shirts: £7–£18 each
- Polo shirts: £9–£25 each
- Hoodies: £18–£45 each
- Hi-vis vests: £7–£22 each
- Softshell jackets: £27–£75 each
These are useful starting figures, not a substitute for a tailored quote. The right garment, logo and quantity can move the price in either direction.
We’ve been producing embroidered workwear UK businesses can rely on since 1999, with all embroidery and printing completed in-house at our Birmingham workshop. We’ll help you choose between embroidery, DTF, screen printing and DTG based on your fabric, budget and deadline.
Get Your Itemised Workwear Quote
Tell us what you need, send over your logo and let us do the complicated parts.
We’ll check the artwork, recommend the most suitable garments and decoration method, and send you a clear quote. You’ll receive a digital mock-up before production, and our standard lead time is 7–10 working days from artwork approval.
There are no minimum order quantities, DTF has no setup fee, and our price beat guarantee gives you extra reassurance.
Send your logo for a free artwork check and mock-up or message Brand Me Now on WhatsApp. We’ll provide a tailored price for your team, garments and deadline.