Custom Design Services
Custom Design Services
Creating a custom uniform is a creative, collaborative, and exciting experience. Whether you have a complete concept, a rough sketch, or simply an idea for your show, our experienced Regional Sales Managers and in-house Customer Service Team are here to guide you through the process.
The Algy Design Team specializes in transforming show concepts into performance-ready garments that balance artistic vision, functionality, budget, and production requirements.
The Custom Design Process
Our team will assist you through every step of the process, including:
- Initial design consultation
- Budget planning and recommendations
- Design concept development
- Custom illustration and rendering
- Fabric and color selection
- Sample prototype development
- Sample review and approval
- Production and delivery
Custom garments are developed specifically for your organization and are not part of our standard collection.
Timeline Expectations
Because custom garments require design development, patterning, sampling, and production, additional lead time is necessary.
Typical timeline:
- Design development and sample creation: Approximately 4 weeks
- Sample review, fitting, and return: Allow up to 2 weeks
- Production after sample approval: Approximately 8 weeks
Total recommended timeline from initial design request to delivery: 12–16 weeks
Programs with specific performance dates should begin the design process as early as possible to ensure adequate time for development, approvals, and manufacturing.
Budget Guidelines
Custom designs are intended for programs seeking a unique, one-of-a-kind look.
Clients requesting custom designs should be prepared for:
- Pricing beginning around $175 per uniform
- A recommended project budget of $2,500 or more
- Additional costs for specialty fabrics, embellishments, rhinestones, embroidery, or complex construction techniques
Providing a target budget at the beginning of the process helps our designers create concepts that align with your financial goals.
Minimum Order Requirements
Custom designs require a minimum order of 10 pieces of the same style and material combination.
Fill-in orders for existing custom designs require a minimum of 4 pieces.
Because fill-in orders may be needed in future years, we recommend purchasing a few additional uniforms with your initial order whenever possible.
Samples
A sample garment is required for all custom designs before production begins.
The sample allows your organization to:
- Verify fit and sizing
- Evaluate fabrics and colors
- Confirm design details
- Identify any necessary adjustments prior to manufacturing
Production begins only after sample approval has been received.
Male Companion Uniforms
Need a coordinating male companion garment? Our design team can develop a matching male version of your custom design. Please discuss your needs during the design consultation process.
Archived Styles
Styles no longer featured in our current collection may still be available.
Archived styles remain available for up to five (5) years from their date of archival, subject to fabric availability and manufacturing feasibility.
Current pricing and availability for archived styles can be obtained by contacting your Regional Sales Manager or our Customer Service Department.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact your Regional Sales Manager or our Customer Service Team to begin the custom design process. We look forward to helping bring your vision to life.