Aykiz Makes a Splash at Printwear and Promotion Live 2025

Date: March 2025
Event: Printwear & Promotion LIVE! 2025
Location: NEC Birmingham

We're thrilled to share our successful experience exhibiting at this year's Printwear and Promotion Live exhibition! As the UK's premier event for the garment decoration and promotional products industry, this trade show provided the perfect platform to showcase our Aykiz range of premium blank apparel.

Connecting with the Garment Decoration Community

The vibrant atmosphere at the NEC Birmingham was electric as industry professionals gathered to discover the latest innovations in wholesale blank clothing, embroidery machines, DTF printing solutions, and heat transfer technology. Our Aykiz stand attracted consistent foot traffic from decorators, print shops, and promotional merchandise distributors looking for cost-effective and high-quality wholesale blanks to elevate their offerings.

Showcasing Our Premium Blank Garments & Bespoke Range

Visitors to our stand had the opportunity to experience first-hand the exceptional quality of our Aykiz blank apparel collection. Our comprehensive range features:

T-shirts: Premium 100% Cotton Range, ideal for screen printing, DTG and DTF printing, and embroidery — including our new AZ155 Long Body T-shirt with a drop tail hem.
Hoodies and Sweatshirts: Durable, comfortable options perfect for embroidery and vinyl applications — featuring our upcoming AZ010 Unisex Premium 380 GSM Hoodie in an on-trend oversized fit.
Baby and Infant Range: Our new AZ500 Baby Bodysuit 180 GSM starting from newborn sizes, perfect for personalized baby gifts and merchandise.
Value-Driven Options: Competitively priced blank wholesale garments that offer exceptional quality-to-price ratio.
Bespoke Service: We had a range of garments on display to showcase our production capabilities. Our double-knit two-tone range was very popular and we are planning to introduce it into our catalogue in future.

The feedback was overwhelming, with visitors particularly impressed by our garments' quality and excellent value.

Industry Trends and Insights

Throughout the exhibition, several key trends emerged that align perfectly with our Aykiz product development strategy:

DTF Printing Dominance: Direct to Film (DTF) printing has emerged as the go-to decoration method, combining the vibrancy of DTG with the versatility of heat transfers. The rapid adoption of DTF was evident as decorators seek efficient, cost-effective solutions that deliver exceptional results on both light and dark garments.
Shift to Oversized Silhouettes: Looser, relaxed fits are taking over. Aykiz is responding with our new AZ010 Oversized Hoodie and AZ155 Long Body T-shirt to meet this trend.
Increased Demand for Baby Products: Decorators are seeking quality blanks for infants, and our AZ500 Baby Bodysuit meets this growing demand.
Cost-Effective Sourcing Solutions: With rising costs, businesses want affordable, high-quality blanks and direct-to-manufacturer relationships to improve margins.
Premium Streetwear-Inspired Basics: Brands are shifting toward higher-end, fashion-forward basics inspired by names like Represent, Essentials, Vetements, and Corteiz — and our AZ010 Premium Hoodie fits right into this category.

Our conversations with screen printers, embroiderers, and distributors reinforced that reliable access to quality blanks and the ability to adapt to fashion trends are essential in today’s market.

Introducing the Aykiz DTF Gangsheet Service

A major attraction at our stand was the unveiling of our new DTF Gangsheet Service, which allows decorators to access premium Direct to Film prints without investing in costly equipment.

With this service, customers can:

Simplify Workflow: Send us your artwork — receive ready-to-apply DTF transfers on meter rolls.
Achieve Professional Results: Commercial-grade transfers with full-colour vibrancy and detail.
Save on Shipping: Combine transfers with blank orders for free shipping on £150+.
Increase Efficiency: Focus on your craft — we handle the printing.
Eliminate Equipment Hassles: No need for DTF printer investments, maintenance, or technical learning curves.

This service proved extremely popular among decorators looking to expand their services without taking on new overheads.

Building Lasting Relationships

Beyond showcasing our products, the event allowed us to strengthen ties with long-time partners and build exciting new relationships. It was energizing to connect with so many like-minded individuals in the decoration community.

Looking Forward

As we reflect on Printwear and Promotion Live 2025, we’re more committed than ever to supporting decorators and emerging streetwear brands with reliable, high-quality blanks. For aspiring brand owners creating the next Represent, Corteiz, or Essentials line — Aykiz premium oversized blanks provide the perfect foundation.

We're already using the insights from the show to refine our product range — especially our streetwear-inspired hoodies and long-body tees — maintaining the high quality our customers expect at accessible wholesale prices.

If you couldn’t make it to the event, we invite you to explore our full range online or contact our team for sample requests. Let Aykiz be your trusted partner in blank apparel and decoration services.

Thank you to everyone who visited our stand — we can’t wait to work with you!

Aykiz is a leading supplier of premium blank garments for the garment decoration, promotional products, and printwear industries. Our comprehensive range includes t-shirts, hoodies, workwear, kids and baby wear — all designed to provide exceptional decoration results across screen printing, embroidery, DTG printing, DTF printing and heat transfer applications.