Brand Spotlight: Allmade
Navigating the wholesale apparel market requires balancing three distinct variables: cost, quality, and origin. At Cracked Ego, our role is to help you weigh these factors against the specific goals of your project.
One of the options we frequently recommend for clients prioritizing sustainability and fabric weight is Allmade.
This brand serves as a specific tool in our sourcing library. It offers an alternative to standard industry tri-blends by altering the composition of the fabric itself.
The Material Difference
Most standard tri-blend t-shirts on the market rely on a mixture of polyester, combed ring-spun cotton, and rayon. While this creates a soft hand-feel, the production process for virgin polyester and rayon is resource-intensive.
Allmade replaces these standard components with sustainable alternatives:
Recycled Polyester: Sourced from plastic water bottles.
TENCEL™ Modal: A fiber extracted from sustainably harvested beech wood, used as a substitute for rayon.
Organic Cotton: Grown without the harsh chemicals found in conventional cotton farming.
The result is a fabric that mimics the softness of a vintage tee but reduces the environmental footprint. Data provided by Allmade suggests that each shirt repurposes approximately six plastic bottles and significantly reduces water usage compared to conventional manufacturing.
Fit and Feel
For B2B buyers, understanding the physical fit of the blank canvas is crucial before committing to a bulk order.
Allmade garments generally feature a fashion-forward cut. They are side-seamed for a more structured look, avoiding the tubular, boxy shape of lower-cost promotional tees. The necklines are modest, and the sleeves are fitted.
The texture is smooth and lightweight. This makes it an appropriate choice for lifestyle brands, bands, or hospitality staff working in warmer environments. It is less suited for projects requiring heavy, streetwear-style oversized garments.
Printability and Performance
We evaluate every garment based on how it receives ink. Because Allmade was established by a collective of screen printers, the surface is engineered to hold detail.
The fabric weave is tight and consistent. This provides a stable surface for water-based and discharge inks, which sink into the fabric rather than sitting heavily on top. This results in a print that feels breathable and integrates naturally with the shirt.
When to Choose This Option
We view Allmade as a strong candidate for the following scenarios:
Values-Based Merchandise: For organizations with published sustainability goals, the supply chain transparency of Allmade supports internal CSR initiatives.
Corporate Gifting: The higher perceived quality of the modal blend makes it suitable for new hire kits or client appreciation gifts.
Retail Lines: The "retail fit" and softness appeal to end-consumers who purchase merchandise to wear frequently, rather than for a one-time event.
To request samples or begin an estimate for your next project, please submit details via our apparel quote request form.
