LIMKOO PRIVATE LABEL SERVICE

LIMKOO has been in OEM/Private label/Custom service since 2009. LIMKOO helps create your design with your own brand logo, Our design team will model your initial inspiration, from a simple hand sketch, to a more evolved design. You can customize your apparel with the performance fabrics, construction, and technology. LIMKOO makes you become a part of it.

Design Guidelines

Designing custom cycling, triathlon and other sports apparel graphics can be very different from other forms of media. We encourage you to take the time to look through the following tips and pointers.

LOGOS, GRAPHICS & IMAGES

All logos and artwork should be in vector format (Illustrator .ai or Freehand .eps). A vector graphic retains its clarity when it is scaled for different sizes.

Non-vector graphics, known as raster images, do not retain clarity when scaled and will become pixelated or blurry.

It's important to note that raster images placed into Adobe Illustrator and then saved as an .ai or .eps file are still raster images. They will not scale or print clearly. 

USING RASTER IMAGES

If you must use raster images in your artwork, they should have a minimum of 250 dots per inch (dpi) at actual jersey size (which is approximately 7000 pixels wide across the chest). 

They should also be saved on a transparent background as a .psd, .png, .ai or .eps file format. Raster images saved as a .tif, .gif, .jpeg, or .psd will always print with a white background.

If the color in your raster image needs to be exact (just as our "rorange" needs to be exact), a color print of the raster image should be sent to your account manager so we can match as closely as possible. 

USING LOGOS

Logos can be used on your clothing so long as you have written permission from the sponsoring company.

TIPS TO CONSIDER WHEN DESIGNING YOUR GARMENTS

• Black on printable Lycra, such as that used in shorts and bibs, will appear as a dusty black when the fabric stretches on the body. Therefore, it's a good idea to avoid printed black areas directly next to non-printed black areas, as they may not look like similar shades of black.
• All white or light colored rear panels on shorts/bibs will be more transparent than darker color-filled panels.
• Gradients and fades used with red colors will take on a pink hue as the color lightens.
  Very steep gradients between light and dark colors may actually appear as if there are lines separating the colors.
• Full black on shoulders of garments can be very hot in certain climates.
• Small graphics or text crossing the top or bottom of the rear pockets requires meticulous alignment when the garment is sewn. It's better to slightly raise or lower the graphic so that it does not intersect at the pocket to  avoid possible misalignment.

FONTS

Make sure to convert all your text to outlines in Illustrator or include your font files. Otherwise your fonts may be automatically converted to something you don't like or want.

COLORS

Colors print differently on cloth than they do on paper. 
The Pantone® Matching System is the industry standard color matching system. It is important to note that colors may look different on your screen when compared with actual Pantone color swatches. This can be due to the backlight on screens, screen calibration and/or the RGB method of creating color on screens.
For true Pantone colors, we suggest referring to an actual Pantone Coated Color Swatch Book. Sublimated colors may appear slightly muted when compared to Pantone color swatches. Fabric tends to soak up light compared with the reflective nature of glossy paper.

LIMKOO normally uses the SOLID COATED version of these PMS colors. Please note: The color chart below may vary depending on computer monitors but offers a rough way to choose colors. If absolute true colors are necessary, a Pantone® Color Book(FORMULA GUIDE LIMITED EDITION - PANTONE COLOR) is recommended and can be found in most art stores.