Why Did We Start?
We were sick of overpriced, crap T‑shirts.
For years, wholesalers in Australia have sold “premium merchandise” that’s really just cheap blanks with a fancy label and a fat markup. We started Shirtshapers in 2022 with a simple mission: to end the cycle of low‑quality shirts and false promises.
People first.
Our roots go back to a family‑owned factory in Vietnam, where our team works in safe conditions with fair wages and pride in their craft. Every stitch supports skilled jobs, sustainable livelihoods, and long‑term careers. We also give back: 10% of our profit is donated to communities in need because success means nothing if we don’t lift others with us.
Planet in mind.
We sew clothes only once ordered, so we dont end up wasting thousands of clothes every year to be donated clothes charity dont really need so printing businesses can write off for their tax. we reduce waste and pollution at every step. Our goal is a supply chain that leaves the smallest footprint possible while making products you’ll actually want to wear.
Here’s how we do things differently.
Our prints don’t feel like something your dog chewed. We use premium DTG and water‑based DTF inks instead of oil base DTF —the kind all of major printers in australia avoid because it eats into their margins.
We sew every garment from scratch, factoring in race, gender, age group and body shape, so your crew gets a fit that actually fits. And we only produce what’s ordered – no mountains of unused tees dumped on charities for a tax write‑off.
We turn our client’s dream come true, instead of scamming people that they will become a millionaire for selling custom printed t-shirt on the $5 quality fabric.
We only accept 10% client’s branding request because we do not want to take money of those that are not ready to launch their fashion ecommerce business.
Client retention rate
Our business isn’t built on hype; it’s built on results. In the last 18 months, we’ve achieved a 76% client retention rate. We wont make an excuses why it isn’t 100% but this is the highest clients retention rate in australia currently and currently where all of the printing shops are sitting at 10-25% in average.
We factor in race, gender, age group and even body shape of each groups ordering clothes from us since we sew from scratch.
We are partnered with fashion brands and international clients across New Zealand, Korea, Thailand and Vietnam. Every dollar we earn is reinvested into better equipment, team training, and innovations that help your brand stand out.
Our 6 Principles at Shirtshapers
1.🌱 Environment First – No ready-to-print waste.
2.✂️ Made From Scratch – Every product tailored to your needs.
3. 🌍 Think Global – We help clients build brands, not just print tees.
4. 💙 Give Back – 10% of profits donated to communities in need.
5. 💬 Blunt & Honest – No scams, no false dreams.
6. 🔄 Listen & Adapt – We evolve with our customers’ needs.
