At Humbles, the shirt comes first.

It’s not just what we print on. It’s the base for everything we create. Whether it’s one of our hand-dyed shirts or a solid color garment-dyed tee, the shirt sets the tone. Every design starts there.

The Solid Shirt

We’ve been through a lot of shirts over the years, but we came back to the one we started with. Comfort Colors has always had the right feel and the right fit. It’s soft, simple, and dependable. This is the kind of shirt that gets better the more you wear it.

It’s garment-dyed, so it already has that worn-in look. The color holds up, and the fabric softens over time without losing structure.

The fit is what makes it work. It’s not oversized or tight. It fits like a regular shirt should. The collar is clean, the sleeves are right, and it doesn’t need explaining. It’s the kind of shirt you can wear anywhere.

We like it, and we wouldn’t print on something we wouldn’t wear.

The Hand-Dyed Shirt

Our dyed shirts are done in-house. We add our signature and recognizable dye style to an already strong base. Each one is dyed by us, in our space, using expert color palettes developed to work together as a set. These aren’t experiments or leftovers. Each batch is created with intention and released as a complete collection.

No two shirts are exactly the same, but they all belong to the same body of work as a whole.

You’ll see soft spirals built around balanced palettes, our crush dye with an easy, broken-in look, and the shop rag dye that makes occasional appearances when it feels right. Every dye style has its own identity, but all of them carry the same energy. The finished pieces show variation, but the collection always feels connected.

There’s a rhythm to how we dye. It evolves, but it stays consistent. The tone, the feel, the finish—it all still feels like Humbles.

Why We Use Both

Some designs look best on a clean, solid color. Others come to life on a dyed shirt with more variation. We don’t choose one over the other. We use both because they serve different purposes.

Our solid tees give the graphic a strong foundation. It’s a clean surface that lets the design speak for itself. The fit is consistent, and the color is always right.

Our dyed shirts bring a different kind of energy. The shifts in color and tone add texture and depth. The artwork becomes part of something more expressive. It gives the whole piece a different feel.

We use both because they work in different ways. Some drops are solid. Some are dyed. Some are a mix. It depends on what we’re creating and what feels right for the project.

Wholesale and Custom Orders

We offer wholesale bundles of our designs starting at just 20 pieces. These include ready-to-print graphics on solid or dyed shirts. You can stock your shop or tie-dye them yourself for your own sales.

Contact us for the current catalog to see what’s available.

For custom work, we offer full collection design starting at a 50 piece minimum. If you’re planning your next project and want something tailored to your brand or concept, we’ll help you create a full set that works together and feels complete.

FAQ

What is the difference between hand-dyed and garment-dyed T-shirts?
Garment-dyed shirts are solid in color and consistent across each piece. Our hand-dyed shirts are done in-house using expert color palettes. No two are exactly alike, but every batch is created to feel like a complete set.

Do Comfort Colors shirts shrink after washing?
No. The shirts we use are pre-washed and garment-dyed, so the size stays true and they get softer with wear.

Can I order wholesale T-shirts to dye or print myself?
Yes. Our wholesale bundles start at 20 pieces and are perfect for people who want to tie-dye, reprint, or use the shirts for their own brand.

Can I mix solid color and hand-dyed shirts in a wholesale order?
Yes. You can combine styles in the same wholesale order to get the mix that fits your needs.

What’s the minimum order for custom T-shirt design?
Custom design work for full collections starts at 50 pieces. We’ll help you build a set that’s ready to print and feels cohesive.

How do I place a wholesale or custom order with Humbles?
Just reach out through our contact page or send us a message. We'll send you the latest catalog or talk through your custom project.