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How pricing worksWhy do 100 custom shirts cost less than 90?
Because the per-shirt price drops at 100: 90 printed Gildan 5000 tees cost $810 ($9 each) while 100 cost $800 ($8 each). Anything from 89 to 99 shirts costs more than 100, so order 100 and keep the spares.
89 to 100, side by side
| Order | Each | Order total |
|---|---|---|
| 88 shirts | $9 | $792 |
| 89 shirts | $9 | $801 |
| 90 shirts | $9 | $810 |
| 92 shirts | $9 | $828 |
| 95 shirts | $9 | $855 |
| 96 shirts | $9 | $864 |
| 99 shirts | $9 | $891 |
| 100 shirts | $8 | $800 |
Live checkout prices on October 20, 2026: shirt included, sizes S–XL, any color, no setup or screen fees, shipped free (orders of $50 or more).
The same thing happens at 24 (20–23 shirts cost the same or more) and at 48. All the price breaks →
Questions people ask
Is it cheaper to order 100 shirts than 95?
Yes: 95 are $855, 100 are $800.
What do I do with the extra shirts?
Late sign-ups, replacements, staff and giveaways — most groups use them.