Have a t-shirt design idea but feel held back by budget or bulk order requirements? You’re not alone. Most successful clothing brands today started with small batches, tight budgets, and a powerful story. The truth is—you don’t need a warehouse full of products to begin. All you need is 50 good t-shirts and the right partner.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly how you can launch your brand affordably, confidently, and with no unnecessary risks.
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The Myth of Big Inventory Is Dead
Gone are the days when you needed to print 500 t-shirts just to be taken seriously. Smart startups now test their ideas in small batches, learn what works, and scale gradually.
That’s where Radison Apparel comes in. We specialize in helping:
College students with creative ideas
Instagram fashion pages ready to go big
Local streetwear brands wanting to start lean
Corporate gifting projects with limited quantities
We proudly offer low minimum order quantity (MOQ) starting from just 5 t-shirts, fully customized to your vision.
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What You Need to Launch a Clothing Line
1. Your Idea
It starts with your message—your artwork, slogan, or logo. Even one solid design can carry a brand’s identity. Ask yourself:
What do I stand for?
What problem am I solving or story am I telling?
2. Comfortable Fabric and Correct GSM
Choose a fabric that matches your audience’s needs. If you’re targeting streetwear fans, a 180 GSM combed cotton t-shirt feels premium. For promotional tees, a 160 GSM tee works well.
At Radison Apparel, we guide you based on:
Seasonality (summer/winter fabric)
Target customers (fashion, promo, gym, gifting)
Your price range
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3. Design & Print Method
Choose from:
Screen printing for long-lasting, bold designs
DTF (Direct-to-Film) for photographic details
Embroidery for a premium stitched look
Don’t worry—we’ll help you select the best method depending on your artwork.
4. Your Brand Elements
Want your own label, size tag, or custom packaging? We offer:
Neck label printing or woven tags
Hang tags and barcodes
Individual polybag packing
This makes your 50 t-shirts look and feel like a global brand.
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Why Starting with Just 50 T-Shirts is Smart
Starting small allows you to:
Test product-market fit with minimal risk
Gather feedback from early buyers
Improve based on real-world demand
Create exclusivity (“Only 50 pieces made!” is a powerful marketing tool)
Plus, with a trusted partner, you can reorder anytime and scale up as orders grow.
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How Much Will It Cost to Start?
The cost to launch a t-shirt brand with just 50 pieces can start as low as ₹9,000–₹12,000, depending on fabric and print type. That’s less than the price of a smartphone, but it gives you:
A real product
A brand people can wear
A chance to enter the ₹45,000 crore apparel market in India
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Marketing Your First 50 T-Shirts
Once your product is ready, it’s time to market smart. You don’t need a marketing agency to make sales—just honest storytelling and community engagement.
Here’s how:
Share your journey on Instagram, reels, and stories
Offer “limited edition” drops to create urgency
Run giveaways to increase reach
Ask friends and early buyers to tag your brand in photos
Set up a simple online store using platforms like Shopify, Instamojo, or even WhatsApp
Remember, these first 50 customers are more than buyers—they’re your brand ambassadors.
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Why Radison Apparel Is the Best Partner for Your First Drop
We’re not just a manufacturer. We’re your behind-the-scenes team, helping your idea become a real brand. Here’s what you get with us:
MOQ starts at 5 pieces per design
High-quality cotton t-shirts in multiple colors and sizes
Custom branding and packaging available
Expert guidance in GSM, printing, and design optimization
Quick lead times and pan-India shipping
Export support for international orders
With over years of experience, we’ve helped multiple brands go from idea to execution.
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Success Stories from our Small Drops
A Hyderabad-based college group started with 50 t-shirts and sold out in 3 days through Instagram.
A Pune fitness coach launched branded tees with just ₹11,000 and now supplies to gyms across Maharashtra.
A Delhi-based artist collaborated with us for 50 printed tees and now runs a full clothing label.
These are not giant companies—they’re young creators who just started smart.
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✅ Let’s Launch Your Brand – Starting Today
You’ve waited long enough. If you have a design, vision, or idea, let’s bring it to life.
📦 We’ll manufacture your first 50 custom t-shirts
🎨 You choose the design, GSM, color, and packaging
🚚 We ship across India and worldwide
👉 Fill out our quick inquiry form or WhatsApp us now to get started. Your brand deserves a bold beginning—and 50 t-shirts is all it takes.
🤳 sales@radisonapparel.com
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