Staff shirts are popular in two finishes. A smooth cotton or cotton/polyester finish, (like that of a t-shirt); these are most economical. Screen printing is the decorating method preferred on this cotton finish. The other finish is a pique finish , which gives the shirt a heavier feel and has texture to the garment as well.

Screen printing and embroidery are both popular decorating techniques on a pique staff shirt. Embroidery has a more expensive setup than screen printing as the artwork is digitized for sewing and cost is determined by the amount of stitches required to achieve personalization. Screen printing has a flat rate screen cost per color.

Both shirt finishes and decorating methods equally enhance your professional appearance. Budget and personal taste will determine your decision.