Fabric Blog:

Boost Business With Over 100 New Arrivals

August 1, 2017

One of the best ways to help increase sales is by providing a variety of options to customers. SanMar is excited to share over 100 new styles this fall designed to help boost business. Whether you are searching for trend-right flannels, professional non-iron shirts or weather-fighting outerwear there is something for everyone. Here a few … Continued

Why Music Festivals & T-Shirts Go Hand in Hand

June 6, 2017

Backyard tunes, lighting up the grill and gathering around a fire pit are synonymous with summer evenings and there’s no better evidence of this this than the rising popularity of music festivals. Like a backyard jam session turned up to eleven, music festivals are a breathtaking display of entertainment, marketing and community. Over the years, … Continued

Trend Alert: Make Today’s Styles Your Own

April 11, 2017

It’s not about getting noticed – it’s about being yourself and celebrating who you are. Teens and Millennials are boldly leading the way, celebrating their individuality through what they wear and by being unapologetically themselves. Choose comfortable fabrics that suit your lifestyle, graphics that tell your story and add pins to wear your thoughts on your … Continued

Find Your Place in Today’s Office Dress Code

March 21, 2017

The influence of Millennials in the workforce has shifted office dress codes, transforming what it means to wear a “uniform.” Today it’s less about everyone wearing matching polos and pants and more about giving style choices to employees and allowing more individuality while maintaining a unified look through logos and color palettes. Whether your business … Continued

Trend Alert: Upgrade Your Look with Futuristic Details

February 14, 2017

Sportswear is turning to technology as it looks to the future for inspiration. Embrace sculptural shapes and active designs. Ask for upgraded fabrics that deliver performance features and all-day comfort. Add flashes of color and reflectivity, and expect sleek, streamlined details as the future becomes today. Check out the latest trend report from The Style Network … Continued

Trending Decorations from the PPAI Expo

January 24, 2017

Earlier this month at the PPAI Expo in Las Vegas, SanMar U broadcast its webcasts live from the show floor. We shared new products and trending patterns, but more than that, we heard from decoration experts about what is trending in decoration. Here’s what we learned! Brick This thick and chunky decoration material gives your … Continued

The Evolution of Business Uniforming

January 18, 2017

Originally, the word “uniform” was a way of describing things that looked the same. It has come to mean much more than that over the ages. People have made and worn uniforms to give teams of all sorts a sense of belonging. They set expectations, instill a sense of trust and create a sense of … Continued

Enjoying Thanksgiving in Comfort

November 15, 2016

The Thanksgiving holiday is soon upon us and with it comes the promise of awkward family conversations, lots of football and enough food to feed several small armies. Between bites of turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes and the green glob of casserole we’ve all come to love (or at least tolerate) as part of the Thanksgiving … Continued

The Return of the Dad Hat

October 25, 2016

When you think of cool, what comes to mind? If you thought “Dad’s wardrobe,” you’re not necessarily wrong. Maybe it’s not your dad’s wardrobe, but many dad-like items are trending in street style. From Hawaiian shirts to pulled-up socks, many faux pas are now trend-right. But, one look currently reigns supreme…the dad cap. You know … Continued

Hot Off the Press: Stahls’ Expert Advice for Decorating Camo

October 19, 2016

There’s no hiding it — camo has enjoyed a surge in popularity, as we discussed in a recent blog post. Camo’s rebellious, versatile patterns stamp the identity of outdoor enthusiasts and also toss a nod to cutting-edge fashion. In our industry, decorating on camo is a hot trend, but it does present a few challenges … Continued