Coming up with a design for a fraternity shirt is more than placing letters on a piece of fabric, but designing an outstanding piece that a brother will be proud to wear shows devotion to fraternity chapter, fills integrated spirit and caters to the different seasons as well. All it depends now is an approach, not a basic one to take but a fraternal design approach.
Spring, clear lines and pale colours.
Social activity and new member recruitment, social and other functions takes precedence in spring. It is the period of the year that most people will plan trips. Consider pastels for tees such as light pink, and soft violet. Pair with contemporary graphic prints.
Utilizing clean fonts is encouraged because the shirt cannot be overly cluttered with many elements. A smaller logo on the chest with a bigger print on the back is preferred this season. It can be modified for the season by adding flower patterns or even light Greek patterns.
Summer: Bold and Fun
Summer indicates joy and the designs of your fraternity shirts should match the mood. Whether it’s a beach bash or a service trip, opt for bright colors, bold text, and playful graphics. For the warmer parts of summer, tank tops and sleeveless tees, or even dri-fit materials are ideal.
Do not be afraid to joke around with the designs either. Vintage or tropical surf designs are always a big hit. Even a funny tagline can turn out to be a great conversation starter.
Fall: Classic and Collegiate
During fall, aim to dress in classic college styles. Consider warmer colors such as maroon, navy, or forest green. Crew necks, longsleeve shirts, and quarter zips are great for layering.
Try more traditional college fonts paired with shield style logos and clean crests. Honoring your chapter’s history is greatly appreciated with a retro design such as a throwback letter arrangement.
Cozy And Minimal: Winter
The essential items to stay warm during winter are hoodies, flannels, and heavyweight tees. When it comes to ordering winter wear for your fraternity, keep the designs subtle, yet interesting with embroidered logos, tonal graphics, or oversized prints. The simples designs embody the spirit of winter.
If you’re buying shirts for seniors or alumni, winter apparel is a good way to gift something timeless and useful.
Give It A Personal Touch
As we’ve discussed, every season has its unique elements to consider, but a custom touch of personalisation will always be welcome. Incorporate dates, monikers, or chapter-specific symbols to make every shirt relatable in some way. Personalisation goes beyond make it about a specific design in work; it’s commending your chapter’s history.
We at SS Printing understand the essence of making custom fraternity shirt designs that reflect your chapter’s custom identity. Be it monthly seasonal collections or one-time event shirts, we provide high-quality printing and creative design services throughout the year to ensure your fraternity always looks sharp.
