Kariban, customisable textile

Kariban, a clothing brand from Toulouse for personalisation

Kariban was established in the 1990s by Laurent Marti, with a clear goal: to provide printers and embroiderers with quality blank garments available in large quantities. Based in the Eurocentre area of Villeneuve-lès-Bouloc, north of Toulouse, the brand is the source of the Kariban Brands group, formed in 2019. Its range covers the essentials of a team wardrobe: polos, t-shirts, sweats, shirts, and jackets, in men's, women's, and children's styles. For a class or an association, this ensures that the same model is available in all sizes, making it easy to restock the outfit the following year when new members join.

Other brands for personalisation

Personalised textiles are available by brand:

• Sol's, blank t-shirts and sweats.
• Proact, sports textiles.
• Result, jackets and outerwear.
• K-up, caps and beanies.
• Kimood, bags and accessories.
• Yoko, high visibility.

All brands are gathered on the textile and accessories for personalisation page.

Polo in piqué fabric or fleece sweat: which item for which use

The piqué polo is the dressiest option: its textured fabric, made from 220 grams of combed cotton per square metre in the brand's classic model, holds embroidery of a logo well at the heart, and its ribbed collar with three buttons is suitable for supervisors, delegates, or volunteers at an event. The sweat in fleece, whether hooded or with a round neck, is perfect for large designs: it becomes the promotional wear, featuring the name of the school and the year. Kariban also offers it in organic cotton with recycled polyester, or in a vintage finish with brushed fleece, soft to the touch. The t-shirt remains the staple for tournaments and integration days, when equipping many people is essential.

Embroidery, screen printing, heat transfer: preparing a group order

The marking technique depends on the design and quantity. Embroidery is suitable for small logos on polos or sweats and withstands years of washing without fading. Screen printing, interesting from just a few dozen pieces, achieves vibrant prints on large designs. Heat transfer, cut from a heat-sealable film, is used for individual names and numbers on the back. Before ordering, sizes of each member are recorded based on the Kariban guide, which distinguishes between men's, women's, and children's cuts, and a colour that contrasts with the marking is chosen: a light logo on a navy or black background, a dark logo on a white or heather grey background.

Special offers

Good deals can also be found in the special offers, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and sent out within 24 hours. The year's highlights follow a consistent order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, festive season, winter sales, spring's French Days, then summer sales and back to school.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do Kariban clothes fit?

Kariban offers straight cuts and fitted versions for women; for instance, the brand's classic polo goes from S to 4XL. The safest method is to lay flat an item you already wear, measuring from armpit to armpit, and compare it with the guide.

Which jacket to choose for a staff working outdoors?

A softshell jacket blocks the wind, resists light rain, and allows for embroidery on the chest. For winter, a lightweight puffer can also be embroidered, provided the logo is placed away from the quilted seams.

Can you wash a Kariban polo at sixty degrees?

The classic piqué polo from the brand can withstand washing at up to sixty degrees in its standard colours. Once embroidered or heat pressed, it's better to revert to thirty degrees, turned inside out, to preserve the marking.

Which t-shirt to choose for an integration day?

A medium weight cotton t-shirt, around one hundred and fifty grams per square metre, screen prints well and remains comfortable all day. For a sports activity, a model in breathable polyester dries faster and maintains its shape.

How can you prevent the heat transfer on a sweat from peeling off?

Wait forty-eight hours before the first wash, then wash inside out at thirty degrees, without fabric softener. The tumble dryer and iron placed directly on the design should be avoided: they cause the heat transfer to crack.