Plain T-shirts in bulk: prices, totals and size split

How do bulk discounts on plain T-shirts work?

Most shops lower the price per tee as the quantity rises. At Marmalade Co. the structure is simple and applies from very small quantities:

• 1 to 2 pieces: €6.95 each
• 3 to 4 pieces: 5 % off, approx. €6.60 each
• 5 pieces or more: 10 % off, €6.26 each

There is no minimum order, so you can order a single sample tee first to check colour, fabric and fit before buying for the whole group.

What does a bulk order cost in total, including delivery?

The price per tee is only half of the story. Delivery is €7 flat per order with DHL, so the more tees you order at once, the less delivery adds per piece. Here are the totals for plain Fruit of the Loom T-shirts:

Prices incl. VAT, checked September 2026. Small rounding differences are possible. Use the calculator below for your exact quantity and product.

Where does Marmalade Co. deliver bulk orders?

Orders are dispatched within 0 to 1 working day and arrive in about 2 to 3 working days. Delivery is available to Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal and Spain.

The United Kingdom is not currently served. If your group is in the UK, the tips in this guide on sizes, fabric and planning still apply, but you would need a delivery address in one of the countries above or a UK supplier.

How do you split sizes for a group order?

Getting sizes wrong is the most common problem with group orders. The best method is to ask everyone for their size. If that is not possible, this rough split for a mixed adult group is a sensible starting point:

Adjust for your group: sports teams often need more M and L, while a group of mostly women may need more XS and S. XXXL (119 to 124 cm) is also available if needed.

Which colours work best for group T-shirts?

Colour is often decided quickly, but it affects how the tees look after a day of wear and a few washes. A few points to think about for groups:

• White: clean and easy to print on, but shows marks quickly and should be heavy enough not to be see-through. See plain white T-shirts.
• Black and navy: smart, forgiving and good for staff and events. Dark tees last longest when washed inside out at 30 degrees.
• Bright colours: red, royal blue or yellow make a team easy to spot at a race, festival or school trip.
• Heather grey: a casual, soft look. Heather colours contain some polyester, which is normal and fine for most printing methods.

With 15 colours available, one colour for the whole group is usually the tidiest option. Some groups pick a second colour for organisers, volunteers or staff, so they stand out in a crowd.

Whatever you choose, check the colour on a single sample tee first. Colours can look slightly different on screen than in real life.

What else should you check before ordering plain tees in bulk?

1. Order a sample first if colour or fit really matters.
2. Collect sizes in one list with name, size and colour.
3. Add one or two spares in M and L for late sign-ups.
4. Allow time for printing if the tees go to a printer after delivery.
5. Remember cotton can shrink a few percent, so do not size down.

Not sure which fabric weight suits your group? The T-shirt gsm guide explains light, mid and heavy tees. For a general checklist, see the best plain T-shirts.

Which products work for group orders besides T-shirts?

For staff and events, a polo looks a little smarter, while V-necks suit a more casual look. The same quantity discount applies across the range.