Incorporating puff vinyl into your promo wear
Introducing a 3D Gold Medal Special Effect Polo in collaboration with B&C Collection. The Belgian-owned wholesaler have kindly provided us with their newest Polo style for the occasion. This unique statement piece is inspired by the PARIS 2024 medal that celebrates the essence of the games, with an eye-catching shine akin to the Olympic flame.
In this blog you’ll get a sneak peak of the concept behind this project and learn some tips about how to incorporate this 3D effect into your branding.
An Inside look at the 3D Olympic Medal:
This project was inspired by the new B&C MyPolo 180 in Meta Gold which is a high quality metallic stand-out piece with a classic, modern cut made of a fine yet weighty 180gsm pique fabric. We’ve quite literally never seen anything like it before! This unique polo drove our lovely artwork lead to recreate the Paris 2024 Olympic medal in celebration of the games this summer.
Once the design was set, the team sourced this gold metallic puff vinyl which is partly made from recycled polyurethane (PU). The design was then cut out and carefully weeded before getting heat pressed on the limited edition garments.
Puff screen-print vs Puff transfer – which one should I pick?
With the popularity of puff ink printing, you might be wondering how puff transfer differentiates. Let’s break it down;
- Puff transfers are ideal for smaller orders as they require fewer resources to set up, meaning they are a quicker and cheaper alternative to screen-printing.
- Whilst puff ink achieves a great result, it’s best to opt for transfer for high-shine and metallic finishes. Additionally, they won’t fade or crack over time.
- Well executed, puff transfers tend to be the more durable option, so long as proper care is taken when washing the garment.
What types of puff transfer are there?
Puff transfer is a versatile special effect, which is a great standalone for quick & easy branding whilst also combining well with other techniques. The technique creates high-impact designs, with a raised texture which adds depth to your graphics, making logos and messages more prominent and unforgettable.
A few things to consider before diving in:
- Puff vinyl can be applied to mixed fabric compositions, giving it wide range of application.
- The effect is ideal to decorate garments, bags, hats & accessories.
- Highly detailed designs should be considered when opting for puff transfer, as designs may require simplification for best results.
Curious to know how you can combine special effects for your design? Give us a call, our team will happily walk you through the process to find a solution for your specific requirements.
Article references:
Image 1: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/1080230660608748774/ accessed 18.07.24
Image 2: https://www.613originals.com/products/puff-multidimensional accessed 18.07.24
Image 3: https://www.tiktok.com/@shellyward05/video/7389235820894489899 accessed 18.07.24
