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Gatorade Case Study

Custom Athletic Socks in Bulk for a Gatorade Event Giveaway

We hold mill capacity in Italy exactly so briefs like this stay possible.
168-needle knit that holds fine logo detail
Reinforced heel and toe, built for daily wear
Seamless toe closure so nothing rubs
Minimum Quantity
2000 Pairs
Delivery Time
8 Days
Location
United States

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Overview

What Gatorade Needed

The design took one decision. The production took everything else. Gatorade needed 2,000 pairs for a large-scale experiential activation, which is the point where most suppliers start talking in months rather than weeks. We put a single logo on a retro athletic crew and shipped the full run in eight days.

Design Details

Sock Style

Retro-Athletic Crew

Construction

168 Needle

Colors Used

White, 1655 C, Black

Pattern Type

Single logo

Finish details

Custom Packaging

Material

80% Mercerized Cotton

Specs & Production Table

Material
80% mercerized cotton, 17% polyamide, 3% spandex
Origin
Made in Italy
Turnaround Time
8 Days
MOQ
2000 Pairs
Color Matching
Pantone Matching System
Construction
Woven (168 Needle)

Scale Without the Six-Week Wait

Gatorade sits at the center of sports culture, and an activation carrying that name has to feel considered from the giveaway table outward. But the brief behind the brief was reliability. Event dates don't move, and a shipment landing two days late is worth nothing regardless of how good the sock is. That's the pressure that shaped this project more than any design decision.

We knit in Italy with capacity held for runs like this, which is why 2,000 pairs cleared in eight days rather than the month a lot of suppliers quote. The retro athletic crew gave participants something they'd wear outside the event, which is where a giveaway starts paying back. Cotton, cut with polyamide and spandex for shape retention, holds up through regular use. The brand keeps showing up on people's feet long after the trucks leave.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before placing your custom sock design.
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Can I order custom socks in a specific color or length, like all black or knee-high?

Absolutely. We match any Pantone color with no per-color fees, including a solid black base, and offer lengths from no-show and ankle to crew and knee-high.

Can I see a sample before I order?

Yes. We can send free samples of past work so you can feel the Italian quality, and produce a spec sample of your own design for a small fee before you commit to a full run.

How long does it take to get custom socks?

Free designs arrive in about 24 hours, and once approved, most orders are produced and shipped within 7 days. Need them sooner? A rush option adds 2-day delivery for tight deadlines.

How much do custom socks cost?

Our pricing is all inclusive to your doorstep with no rush or hidden fees ever. Pricing depends on the quantity but generally runs from $7.75 a pair to $18.75 a pair. This includes design, labels and full delivery.

Where are your custom socks made?

Our socks are knit in Castel Goffredo, Italy, the sock-making capital of Europe, right next to the continent's largest yarn mill. We're based in the USA and Canada and ship worldwide, so you get Italian quality with North American service.

What's the minimum order for custom socks?

Our minimum is 100 pairs per design, the lowest in the industry for woven socks. That keeps custom socks realistic for small teams, single events, and first-time orders, not just very large corporate runs.

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