Black Friday– saviour or stress bringer? The biggest shopping week of the year means different things for different people. For some, it’s a time to do your Christmas shopping when you still have a month left, so you can cruise around the shops at a more relaxed pace. For some it’s just an opportunity for a nice day out, or a chance to pick up some bargains for the sake of it.
For others though, it’s a crucial time of year when you have to get everything right. There are individual shoppers who know they won’t get another chance before Christmas, and have to make some serious headway on the present shopping. There are also businesses to consider. Retail stores need to make sure their shelves are full before the holiday season. Printers need to have their store rooms full of blanks so they can bring their festive designs to life. Other companies will need to buy gifts for staff and customers as rewards, and to boost their brand awareness.
This is why Wordans is so popular at this time of year. We can customise your clothing and other products to make great merchandise, or products to sell in your shop. We can also provide all the quality blanks you need to keep your printers running day and night if need be, all at great prices. There’s a huge demand for our blank apparel and accessories throughout November, and in case you or your business need ideas for quality, great-value products– here are our best sellers from last year.
The Best Sellers from Black Friday 2023
1. T-Shirt: Radsow UC320
T-shirts are the most popular apparel. They’re a low-cost item that everyone wears, they also have a lovely space to add your designs to. We sell more t-shirts from Gildan than any other brand, but the most popular individual shirt is the UC320 by Radsow. This t-shirt is amazing value for money– it’s made from 100% cotton, giving you breathability and comfort. Available in 11 different colours, it’s also great for printing, making it a popular choice in the industry. At Wordans, you can get these for under £3.
2. Hoodie: Gildan GN940
The Gildan GN940 hoodie is a standout piece in Gildan’s collection, known for its comfort, quality, and style. As hoodies continue to gain popularity for merchandise, the GN940 offers a durable canvas for logos and designs, making it an ideal choice for brands. Unlike t-shirts, hoodies are often worn for a long time, giving your design maximum exposure. They might cost more than t-shirts, but there isn’t much in it these days.
Speaking of cost, this is one thing that makes this hoodie such a great choice– you can get them for 10-15 quid a hoodie at Wordans, which is a seriously low price for an extra soft, 50% cotton and 50% polyester hoodie. We’ve got them in 35 different colours, from sizes S up to 5XL. Black Friday being right at the start of winter may be why hoodies are so popular– I mean who doesn’t want to keep their loved ones warm and snug for Christmas?
3. Crewneck: Gildan GN910
When it comes to casual sweaters, the hoodie may have taken over for a while, but the crewneck has come back in a big way. There’s something a little more Christmassy about a crewneck– they are the starting point for the ‘ugly’ Christmas sweater after all. They’re also essential if you’re planning on layering up. Retailers and printers love them because they’re even cheaper than hoodies, but you still get the extra brand impressions you get with sweaters.
They especially love the Gildan GN910, because it’s a blended fleece sweatshirt, so it feels great. They also love it because it comes in 30 colours from S up to 5XL, and you can get them for under £8, depending on quantity and sizes. The GN910 is a classic to stock up on during Black Friday and Cyber Week.
4. Cap: Result RC981X
Moving on to accessories now. Caps have always been popular, and that doesn’t look like changing anytime soon. Results are consistently at or near the top of the pile in this regard, they make simple caps that look great. Take the RC981X for example– no frills, just a great-looking cap.
This is another item that’s super popular among our wholesale customers. The price starting at under £2 is a major reason for this, there’s also the range of colours.
5. Tote Bag: Westford Mill WM101
A lot of bags are popular at this time of year. People want new backpacks for Christmas, or travel bags so they can think about how they’re going to escape the cold, and they always want new gear for the gym. Tote bags are the favourite for Black Friday though– you need a few of them if you’re about to start the biggest shopping season of the year. Businesses also love them as part of their Christmas gift packs, so staff have something to take all their swag home in.
There’s also the price to think about, an area where tote bags score big. The WM101 by Westford Mill is currently on offer and costs just over 1 pound, it also comes in a full rainbow of 49 colours, so it’s ideal for customising to fit your brand image. These flew off the shelves last year, and no one will be surprised to see the same happen again.
6. Beanie: Beechfield B45
Making up our top 6 bestsellers for Black Friday 2023 is this beanie by Beechfield. Beanies tick all the boxes– they’re Christmassy, and they’re a great gift, because they keep people nice and warm, and they look great. It doesn’t matter if someone already has a beanie, they can always use another.
Like all the entries on this list, the B45 is here because it’s popular with businesses as well as individuals. It’s also on offer right now, and you can get them for around £2.50. It comes in 57 colours, and they’re well chosen, with some subtle, earthy ones alongside more vibrant options, like this pink number.
Make It a Season to Remember
If Black Friday for you is a time to go and get all your Christmas gifts for your loved ones, then we hope all your ideas hit the mark, and everyone has a great time. We understand that for businesses this can be a slightly more stressful time of year, that you need to make the sales to balance out the quieter periods, and we hope it’s a fruitful time for you guys. We’re here for all your blank apparel needs of course, and we have plenty of Black Friday and Cyber Monday offers running over the next month. Stock up your shelves and let’s make this season a special one.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for in this article then not to worry, you can find thousands of different products on our website including clothing, accessories, gadgets, kitchenware, and much more. If you need any more inspiration, there’s always our Instagram @wordans_europe.
