When were hoodies first worn?

Hooded garments existed since medieval Europe, but the modern hoodie sweatshirt began as athletic gear in the 1930s U.S. Its functional origins evolved into today’s fashion-forward and promotional applications.

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Bring Your Design Idea to Real Life

Create Your Knitwear Today

Azknit provides oem/odm service for knitwear. Help to create your own brands knitwear series like sweater, hoodie, cardigan, dresses and tank tops. 

Azknit has been working with more than 30+ worldwide brands and finished more than 100 samples each months.

Feel free to contact for your own design quote.

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Worldwide Knitwear Supplier

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CUSTOMIZED

Custom Knit Structure

intarsia type knit sweater

Intarsia

  • Precise color-block knitting without float yarns on the back

  • Often used for logos and signature brand designs

Embroidery

  • Adds decorative patterns, logos, or textures

  • Enhances brand identity and premium appearance

Jacquard

  • Complex multi-color patterns woven into fabric

  • Perfect for brand customization and seasonal collections

Custom Labeling Application

end folding labeling

End Folding

  • Left & Right End or Up & Down End

  • Different Size Available

miter fold labeling

Miter Folding

  • Up or Down Application

  • Customized Length,Size,Graphics

straight cut labeling

Straight Cut

  • Easy Application

  • Customzied Color, Size

Custom Tags

washing tags

Washing Tags

  • Custom Size,Contents & Application

price & Size tags

Price & Size Tags

  • Custom Material-Paper, PE , Fabric

Brands Badges

  • Custom Fabric, Rubber or Iron

Custom Packing

Story & Thank You Cards

  • Custom Size, Contents

PP Packing LOGO

  • Low MOQ with LOGO

Highend Box

  • Custom Gift Packing

Azknit - Premium Custom Knitwear

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From sketch to sweater – AZ Knit brings ideas to life.