Gildan is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of high-quality, affordable apparel, known for its wide range of T-shirts, activewear and basics. With a strong emphasis on value, consistency and comfort Gildan is trusted by individuals, businesses and brands alike. The company is also committed to ethical and sustainable practices, operating its own manufacturing facilities to ensure transparency, social responsibility and environmental care throughout the production process. Gildan delivers reliable apparel with a professional touch, making it a go-to choice for many repeat customers. Founded in 1984 in Quebec, Canada, by 2001 Gildan had become the number one distributor of cotton T-shirts in the US. In recent years Gildan have become more prominent in Europe and today, with over 50,000 employees, they are one of the world's leading wholesale manufacturers of T-shirts and activewear for the garment printing and embroidery industry.

 Why Choose Gildan?

1. Trusted Global Brand

For decades, Gildan has been a leading name in blank apparel manufacturing, known for reliability, durability and ethical production. Their garments are crafted for decorators, making them perfect for screen printing, vinyl transfer and embroidery.

2. Wide Range of Styles

Our UK-stocked Gildan range includes:

Gildan Ultra Cotton™ T-Shirts – heavy, durable cotton ideal for professional printing.

Gildan Softstyle™ T-Shirts – lightweight and smooth, great for retail and events.

Gildan Heavy Blend™ Hoodies & Sweatshirts – cosy, hard-wearing options for everyday use.

Women’s & Kids’ Fits – perfect for schools, sports teams, and branded uniforms.

3. Low-Cost & Bulk Friendly

Enjoy bulk order discounts and wholesale pricing designed for printers, resellers and organisations. Whether you need 50 blank tees or 5,000 promotional garments, we offer affordable rates and UK-wide delivery direct from our warehouse.

4. Perfect for Printing & Embroidery

Every Gildan product we supply has been chosen for its smooth surface and fabric composition, ensuring vivid prints and clean embroidery results. Add your logo, slogan or design easily via our professional T-Shirt Printing & Embroidery services

Why Buy from T-ShirtsDirect (UK)?

Based in the UK, we specialise in wholesale blank clothing for trade and promotional use. With fast UK delivery, knowledgeable and friendly customer support and a reputation for reliable service, we make ordering easy for print shops, charities, events and corporate clients.

Gildan products are split into different styles based on the fabrics used in construction:

Key Features:

• Fabric:  Lightweight, ring-spun cotton which is a type of cotton yarn made through a spinning process that twists and thins the cotton fibres, making them stronger, finer and softer than regular (open-end) cotton

• Feel & Fit:  Made with a "Euro” or modern classic fit—sleeker shoulders and sleeves - some wearers like to size up for a looser fit. Available in unisex, ladies’, youth sizes from S through at least 3XL or even 5XL 

• Sizes:  Available in unisex, ladies’ and youth sizes from S through to 5XL (depending on colour)

Durable, midweight T-shirts made for everyday wear and custom printing. Known for its sturdiness, classic fit and excellent printability, making it a go-to choice for events, workwear, and promotional use.

Key Features:

• Fabric:  Typically made from 100% preshrunk cotton (some heather and specialty colours contain polyester blends). Weight: 180 g/m² – heavier than Softstyle, offering more structure

• Feel & Fit:  Classic fit with a boxier cut—looser around the body. Feels thicker and more substantial than lightweight tees. Slightly less soft than Softstyle due to open-end cotton yarn

• Perfect for:   screen printing, heat transfer, and DTG. Great for team uniforms, giveaways, schools, and everyday wear

• Sizes:  Available in unisex, ladies’ and youth sizes from S through to 5XL (depending on colour)

• Fabric:  100% preshrunk cotton (heather colours include polyester blends), Gildan Light Cotton T-Shirts feature a light-to-midweight fabric at 145-150 gsm

• Feel & Fit:  the material offers a soft, breathable feel ideal for warm climates or layering. A tubular body (no side seams) gives a smooth printing surface and a clean fit

• Perfect For:  the smooth cotton surface works well for screen-printing and making them popular for events, merch, and promotions without breaking the budget

Gildan Heavy Blend is a popular line of midweight, durable apparel known for its blend of comfort, warmth, and value—most notably in hoodies, sweatshirts, and sweatpants.

Key Features:

• Fabric:  50/50 cotton-polyester blend, Gildan Heavy Blend garments offer the softness of cotton with the durability and moisture-wicking properties of polyester. The air jet yarn process gives the fabric a softer feel and helps reduce pilling over time

• Feel & Fit:  a classic fit that provides roomy comfort without being overly baggy

• Perfect For:   casual wear, school leavers’ hoodies, team kits or merch

• Sizes:  Available in unisex, ladies’ and youth sizes from S through to 5XL (depending on colour)

Gildan's DryBlend® line is designed for active comfort, blending cotton softness with moisture-wicking performance. Available in T-shirts polos, sweatshirt and a hoodie.

Key Features:

• Fabric:   a 50% cotton / 50% polyester blend, Gildan DryBlend fabric offers the best of both worlds: breathable cotton comfort and the moisture control of polyester

• Feel & Fit:  engineered with DryBlend technology, which wicks sweat away from the skin to keep you feeling cooler and drier during activity

• Perfect For:   uniforms and PE, sports events, workwear or casual branded apparel Gildan DryBlend is a go-to for anyone needing a cool, quick-drying, low-maintenance garment that still looks sharp after multiple washes

• Sizes:  Available in unisex, ladies’ and youth sizes from S through to 5XL (depending on colour)