The Impressions Product Guide

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	July 28, 2009 • Vol. 6, No. 14


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If you’re ever wondering how to tap in to the teen and tween (pre-teen) market, the evidence is all around you. The apparel worn on TV, in magazines and on the Internet by rock stars, actors, models and other celebrities is going to give you the greatest clues to what teens want in decorated apparel. Check out the trendy teen styles showing up on the market this year.

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The Bella 1x1 baby rib tee from S&S Activewear is pre-shrunk and constructed of 5.8-ounce combed, ring-spun 100% cotton. It is side-seamed for a fashionable fit. Girls' sizes 6/8, 10/12 and 14/16 come in a range of colors.

The Breeze (left), vest style 8120 from Tri-Mountain, features a windproof, water-resistant and lightweight 100% Taffeta nylon shell. The Whirlwind jacket (right, style 8220) also is pictured. Both come in sizes XS-4XL.

American Apparel's Youth Tri-Blend Short Sleeve Tee (style TR201) is made from Tri-Blend 50% polyester/25% cotton/25% rayon. It has a durable rib neckband. This unisex style comes in five colors.

The unisex Junior Contrast Hood (style BJF1024) from Beimar Inc. is made from 9-ounce 80% cotton/20% polyester. It is pre-shrunk and pre-washed for a soft-hand feel. Sizes S-XL come in seven combination colors.

The Peter Grimm Cadet hat (style PGA2065) from Sportsman Cap Network comes in 10 color patterns, including plaid and pinstripe designs. It has a contrast sweatband, custom cotton print inner lining, Velcro closure and comes in one size.

The Silver Lake T-shirt (men's style HY107 and women's style HY112) from BroderBros is made of 4.4-ounce 100% cotton jersey. It has special nicking details and also is vintage-washed for extra softness and reduced shrinkage.

Charles River Apparel offers the Youth Evolux Jacket (style 8931), which is made from 14.75-ounce Evolux filament polyester fleece. It has an anti-pill finish and is unlined. Youth unisex sizes S-XL come in five classic color combinations.

The Premium Cotton Crew (style B160) from Hanes is made of 9-ounce 80% cotton/20% polyester. It is pre-shrunk to eliminate shrinkage and have a higher stitch density, which is ideal for screen printing and embroidery. It comes in sizes S-3XL.

Bella style 9020 from Imprints Wholesale is constructed of 5.8-ounce 100% pre-shrunk and combed cotton. It has raglan sleeves, contrasting color set-on collar and double-needle stitching. Sizes S-L come in several colors.

The Juniors Thermal Long Sleeve Henley (style 3767) from LA T Sportswear is made of 6-ounce 60% cotton/40% polyester. It features a top-stich collar, five pearl-button placket and side vents. Juniors sizes S-2XL come in seven colors.

Monag offers this 1x1 baby rib hooded jacket for teens, which comes in 10 colors and four sizes. It is constructed of 100% ring-spun, combed cotton.

The Pizzazz Tri-Color Zebra Glitter Top (youth style 7700-ZG, adult style 7800-ZG) is made from 90% comfort cotton/10% Lycra spandex. It has an "X" back design and wick-away shelf bra. Five colors are available.

Royal Apparel offers the Old School Tri-Blend top (style 20007). It is made from a blend of 50% polyester/37% cotton/13% rayon and features a deep V-neck. Sizes S-XL come in vintage gray and onyx.

The Kampala slim-fit crew (style EL8W8010) from Edun LIVE is made from 100% ECO-CERT certified organic, combed and ring-spun African cotton. It is dyed with ecological dyes and is manufactured in Uganda. Sizes XS-3XL are offered.

Bella's 2-in-1 Tee (style 9003) has a top and bottom layer to provide a layered look. Both layers have raw-edge seams and are made from 100% cotton. Sizes 6/8, 10/12 and 14/16 come in five trendy teen colors.

American Apparel style TR401 from Atlantic Coast Cotton is made of 25% cotton/50% polyester/25% rayon. Sizes XS-2XL come in nine fashionable and classic colors.

This scoop-neck tee (style SW130) by S.O.S. From Texas is made of 100% certified organic cotton grown in Texas. It features a tapered cut, double-needle stitched hems, narrow neckband and short sleeves. Sizes S-2XL come in four colors.

Stahls' ID Direct offers "Any Word" designs for teens. Choose from one-color CAD-CUT heat-applied vinyl designs or kiss-cut multi-layered applique designs. Then select a layout, choose your colors and personalize the design with a word or name.

The Knockout jacket (style 977) from Tonix Corp. is made of 100% SoftCool performance fabric. It has a front pouch pocket, rib-trim cuffs and bottom hem, raglan sleeves, and contrast color blocking on the sleeves and hood.

Bodek and Rhodes offers Bella tees and tank tops for girls. Styles carried by the distributor include 9080, 9001 and B9020.

Boxercraft offers hoodies that can be embellished with laser-cut fabric lettering. Choose from different patterns and fabrics, including thermal. Fonts available for the lettering are varsity, greek and soopafresh.

The FlexFit Premium Fitted cap (style 210) offers a pro-baseball on-field shape, flat visor, matching fabric sweatband, hard buckram and more. Sizes S/M and L/XL come in six colors.

The Just Zip It set from Lakeside Mills Inc. includes a scarf, headband and mittens. The scarf has a two-layered pocket, and the mittens each have a zipper on the sides to hold a cell phone, keys and more.

Bomark Sportswear offers Reebok NFL Replica youth football jerseys. Jerseys are made from 100% nylon tricot mesh. Youth style RY903C comes in sizes S-4XL in 32 team colors.

Hawaiian-style camp shirts from Fast Lane Clothing Co. are ideal for programs and events that outfit teens and tweens. Several designs and youth sizes are available.


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