Why Teams Choose Our 1/4 Zip Tops
A good quarter zip earns its place as a layer you actually reach for. The ones that don’t last go bobbly across the chest, the zip snags, and the fit goes shapeless. We pick tops where the knit resists pilling, the zip pulls cleanly, and a stitched logo still sits flat after months of wear. That’s what keeps a team looking like a team.
Knit, Microfleece or Performance – Which Quarter Zip?
Bonded knit and microfleece quarter zips (roughly 250-300gsm) give warmth without bulk – ideal as a mid-layer under a jacket or worn on their own indoors. Performance versions add a bit of stretch and breathability for active roles. The quarter zip itself lets people regulate temperature through the day rather than peeling layers on and off. Full size runs across the range, so the fit works for everyone.
Quarter zip, half zip or full zip?
A quarter zip opens roughly to the chest. It is the middle option and it is popular because it solves a real problem - you can vent it without taking it off, and it still reads as a smart garment when zipped.
A half zip opens further, giving more temperature control and a more casual look. Better for physical work where people heat up and cool down repeatedly.
A full zip is a jacket in everything but name. Choose it when the garment needs to come on and off over other layers rather than be worn as the layer.
For client-facing teams who want one garment that works across a whole day, the quarter zip is the right call. It is why it has quietly become the standard corporate layer.
Fabric options
Sweatshirt-fabric quarter zips are the warm, casual end - good for outdoor teams and colder sites. Microfleece quarter zips are lighter and dry faster, which suits active work. Bonded and performance fabrics sit at the smart end, hold their shape best and are the usual choice where the garment is worn in front of customers.
Branding a quarter zip
Embroidery sits well on all three fabric types. Standard placement is left chest, clear of the zip. Some teams prefer a small back-neck logo for a cleaner front, which works nicely on the smarter bonded fabrics. On microfleece, keep the stitch count moderate - very dense designs can flatten the pile around the logo
