Oversized with a big print: Kariban as streetwear merch
2 October 2026 · 8 min leestijd · DrukkerijNijmegen.com
Take a look around at a festival, on the skate ramp or at a concert: the shirts are getting bigger, the hoodies roomier and the prints run from shoulder to shoulder. Oversized is the fit of streetwear and merch. Want to have an oversized T-shirt printed with a print that really stands out? Kariban has made two oversized pieces that fit the bill perfectly. We'll show you how to turn them, together with a few roomy favourites, into your own merch. In our workshop in Nijmegen, from just one piece.
Oversized T-shirt and hoodie: Kariban's two eye-catchers
The oversized T-shirt K3008 is made of carded cotton with a matte, slightly rough texture. At 220 g/m², it's a thick shirt that hangs beautifully. The shoulders drop (drop shoulders), giving it that typical streetwear silhouette. Simple yet distinctive: exactly what you want for merch.
The oversized fleece hoodie K4018 is made of brushed fleece from carded cotton, 280 g/m². It's fairly thick, yet still wears light. There's elastane in the cuffs, so sleeves and hem don't stretch out of shape. Nice details: a hood with a pleat and cotton lining, and a hidden pocket with a concealed zip in the right side seam. The hoodie comes in six calm, natural colours from XXS to 3XL.
K3008Oversized T-shirtThick 220 g/m², large on the backView and print →
K4018Oversized fleece hoodieRoomy streetwear hoodie, 280 g/m²View and print →
K471Women's loose fit sweaterLoose French Terry, relaxed and airyView and print →You'll also find the Loose fit sweater for women: a roomy French Terry sweater with a relaxed fit. Combines beautifully with the same print as on the hoodie, for a complete merch line.
Printing big on an oversized shirt: here's how
Oversized clothing calls for a print with guts. A small logo on the chest quickly gets lost in all that fabric. These tips will help:
On the product page, you choose 1 colour or full colour per position, upload your design and see which positions are available for that model. You'll always receive a digital proof first, so you can see how big your print will be on the garment.
How big can your print be?
That depends on the model and size, but on a roomy shirt you have more surface than you'd think. We use these measurements as a guideline for a T-shirt; in the digital proof, you'll see exactly how it turns out on your size.
Guidelines; in the digital proof you'll see exactly how big your design turns out on your size.
Printing an oversized hoodie for your own merch
It's not just the true oversized models that work well. Want a roomier look with a regular hoodie? Simply choose a size up. These Kariban models are ideal as a base for band, club or creator merch:
K443Hoodie 360 g/m²Heavy and sturdy, ideal for merchView and print →
K4009Eco-friendly hoodieOrganic, French Terry, unisexView and print →
K4013Hoodie with patterned hoodStriped hood, tough band lookView and print →
K489Hoodie washable at 60 °CLooks great with wide trousers and trainersView and print →The K443 is extra sturdy at 360 g/m², and the white version is a blank canvas for a colourful full colour design. If you care about sustainability, go for the eco-friendly K4009 in organic French Terry. And the K489 can be washed at 60 °C, handy if your merch also doubles as workwear.
From the work floor to the merch table
Kariban can already see it happening: oversized and loose clothing is popping up more and more on the work floor, among teams who want a modern look. Think of a coffee bar, a tattoo shop, a bike repair shop or a creative agency. An oversized shirt with a big logo on the back feels less like a uniform and more like something you'd also wear at the weekend. Exactly what you want when your team proudly wears your name.
K488Crewneck sweaterGrey marl, print really stands outView and print →
K4028Eco-friendly women's hoodiePastel with wide jeansView and print →
K479Zip-up hoodieChocolate brown zip-up with a back printView and print →An oversized shirt with a big logo on the back feels less like a uniform and more like something you'd also wear at the weekend.
Also looking for roomy shirts and hoodies from another brand? Then read our blog about oversized T-shirts and hoodies from Native Spirit. Find more basics in our T-shirts and sweaters and hoodies categories.
Which size should you choose for an oversized model?
Oversized models are already cut roomy, so just take your normal size. The K4018 hoodie runs from XXS to 3XL, and thanks to the elastane in the cuffs, the sleeves and hem keep their shape. If you want an oversized look with a regular hoodie, choose a size up. For a group, it's smart to have one sample made first: this way you can see the fit and how big your back print turns out, before ordering the rest.
Tip from the workshop
Wash your printed oversized shirt inside out at 30 or 40 degrees, skip the fabric softener and preferably hang it on the line. This way, a large back print stays looking good the longest.
Here's how it works
Frequently asked questions about printing oversized shirts
Can I have one oversized shirt printed as a test?
Yes, we print from just one piece. Have a sample made first to see the fit and the size of your print, and then order your whole merch line. You'll always receive a digital proof first, so you know in advance what it will look like.
Where can I have an oversized T-shirt printed in Nijmegen?
In our own workshop at In de Betouwstraat 40, in the centre of Nijmegen. Come by to feel the thick fabrics and try on sizes, or order online. You can collect your shirts at the workshop or have them delivered.
Which size should I choose for an oversized model?
Oversized models are already cut roomy, so take your normal size. If you want an oversized look with a regular hoodie, choose a size up. Not sure? Come by our workshop in Nijmegen or get in touch, and we'll figure it out together.
How big can my back print be?
As a guideline, up to about 30 by 40 centimetres on the back, depending on the model and size. On the product page, you'll see which positions are available, and in the digital proof we'll show you how big your design will be on the garment.
Do you also make merch for a band or society?
Certainly. Request a quote with your design and quantities per size, and we'll think it through with you. Find more inspiration for roomy, boxy merch in our blogs about boxy T-shirts from B&C and the new Native Spirit collection.
Read more about the brand in the story of Kariban, and everything about our techniques at clothing printing in Nijmegen.
Time for merch with guts?
Choose your oversized model, upload your design for the back and approve the proof. We'll press it in our workshop in Nijmegen.
