Understanding Water-based print results on Comfort Colors
When it comes to printing water-based inks on Comfort Colors® garments, knowing how your artwork will appear on different dye types is key to getting the look you want.
When it comes to printing water-based inks on Comfort Colors® garments, knowing how your artwork will appear on different dye types is key to getting the look you want.

When it comes to printing water-based inks on Comfort Colors® garments, knowing how your artwork will appear on different dye types is key to getting the look you want. Comfort Colors’ pigment and reactive dye processes affect how much ink discharges through the garment dye - meaning your design’s final vibrancy can vary from bold and bright to soft and vintage.
In this guide, we’ll break down the four main categories of print results: Reactive Dyed, 90% Vibrancy, 70% Vibrancy, and 40% Vibrancy.
Reactive dyed garments deliver the most vibrant print results. These shirt colors release more dye when printed, allowing the water-based ink to fully discharge and produce bright, bold colors that pop right off the fabric.
Other Reactive Dyed Colors include: Red, Midnight, White, and China Blue
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Pigment dyed garments naturally have a soft, washed-in look, and they’ll continue to fade slightly over time for that perfect “lived-in” feel. Colors in this range print at about 90% vibrancy, meaning they still hold strong color but with a subtle vintage look.
Other 90% Pigment Dyed Colors include: Citrus
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These garments bring a classic vintage feel - the kind of tee that looks like it’s been your favorite for years. Prints appear softer, more muted, and intentionally weathered.
Other 70% Pigment Dyed Colors include: Neon Cantalope, Neon Lime, Bay, Mustard, Melon, Orchid, Hydrangea, Celadon, Bright Orange, Burnt Orange, Royal Caribe, Sapphire, Bright Salmon, Crunchberry, Watermelon, Seafoam, and Ice Blue
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This category represents the most vintage of pigment dyed results. The garment color holds onto more of its original pigment, giving your print a subtle, tonal appearance. Think soft, muted designs that look like they’ve been sun-washed over time.
Other 40% Pigment Dyed Colors include: Periwinkle, Grass, Boysenberry, Violet, Blue Jean, Flo Blue, Yam, Neon Pink, Cumin, Crimson, Blue Spruce, and Hemp
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Here’s where the difference really shows. Both Graphite and Pepper are dark gray Comfort Colors tees - but their dye processes create dramatically different print results.
This comparison is the perfect example of why knowing your garment’s dye type matters when planning your artwork as the base color and dye process can completely transform the final result.
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Understanding how your garment’s dye impacts print results helps you choose the perfect combo for your design. Whether you’re aiming for bold and bright or soft and nostalgic, our team will help ensure your Comfort Colors order prints how you envision it.
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Compare the fit and feel of our Signature Tee and Oversized Boxy Tee with real model examples to find the style that fits you best.
When it comes to finding the perfect fit, we know one size (or style) definitely does not fit all.
That’s why we’re excited to introduce our Oversized Boxy Tee—a completely different fit from our classic Signature Super-Soft Tee you already know and love.
If you’re wondering “What’s the difference?” or “Which one should I order?”—you’re in the right place.
Let’s break it down 👇

The difference here is all about shape and drape.
👉 If you like a clean, fitted look: go Signature Super-Soft Tee
👉 If you want relaxed and trendy: go Oversized Boxy Tee


For taller builds, both tees offer great options depending on your style.
👉 Go Signature Super-Soft Tee for a classic fit
👉 Go Oversized Boxy Tee for a looser, more breathable feel
Both tees are great—it just depends on the look you’re going for.
If your vibe is clean and classic, the Signature Super-Soft Tee is your go-to.
If you're leaning relaxed, bold, and a little oversized, the Oversize Boxy Tee is calling your name.
If you are planning shirts for camp, church, or any summer event, this is a solid place to start.
👉 Ready to Get Started?
Start your custom order HERE

Explore creative summer camp shirt ideas using customizable templates, specialty inks, and designs your campers will want to wear all year.
There is something timeless about a classic camp badge.
These designs usually include elements like trees, mountains, or camp icons with a structured layout that feels clean and established.
They work especially well for:
👉 Featured Template: CA 2506

Sometimes the strongest design is simply a few words done really well.
Big, clean typography with your camp name, theme, or verse creates a look that feels modern and easy to wear anywhere.
This style works best when the message is clear and the layout does the heavy lifting.
👉 Example Design: SR 2044

Retro-inspired designs are having a moment, and they fit camp perfectly.
Think warm tones, vintage fonts, and throwback layouts that feel fun without trying too hard. These are the kinds of shirts students actually keep wearing.
👉 Try This One: SR 2510

Camp and nature go hand in hand.
Designs that incorporate sunsets, forests, waves, or mountains help visually tie the shirt back to the experience itself.
This direction works especially well for outdoor-focused camps or locations with a strong setting.
👉 Featured Template: CA 2503

For many churches, the most meaningful shirts are rooted in Scripture.
Whether it is a full verse or a short phrase, these designs carry the message of camp beyond the week itself. The key is keeping it readable and wearable.
👉 Example Design: SR 2506

Not every camp shirt needs to be loud.
Some of the most worn designs are the simplest ones. Subtle graphics, clean layouts, and intentional spacing often lead to shirts that feel more versatile.
👉 Try This One: FA 2408

If you want something campers talk about all week, this is it.
With our Sun Reveal Ink and our Water Reveal Ink, your design becomes interactive:
These are perfect for outdoor games, pool time, water days, and even baptism celebrations during camp.
It turns your shirt into part of the experience, not just something you wear.
👉 Featured Template: WR 2201 and SUR 2302
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Every camp has a theme. The best shirts bring that theme to life without overcomplicating it.
Whether it is something bold or something simple, a strong layout paired with the right words creates a shirt that feels intentional and memorable.
👉 Example Design: SR 2315

The easiest way to get started is not from a blank page.
With our Customizable Design Templates, your team can:
It is all built to take pressure off your team while still giving you something that feels thoughtful and well-designed.
The best camp shirts are the ones campers keep wearing.
When the design is strong, the message is clear, and the shirt feels great, it becomes more than just merch. It becomes part of the memory.
👉 Ready to Get Started?
Start your custom order HERE
The best camp shirts combine a clear design, comfortable fabric, and a style campers actually want to wear beyond the week.
Not necessarily. Many churches start with Customizable Design Templates and personalize them to save time while still getting a strong design.
Vintage badges, bold typography, retro designs, and nature-inspired graphics are some of the most popular styles right now.
Yes. Specialty inks like Sun Reveal Ink and Water Reveal Ink create interactive designs that respond to sunlight or water.
Water based ink is the point between here and heaven. Paired with our Super Soft Tees, the nonexistent feel of our Water based ink is magical and sure to be the talk of the town with you and your group.
Water based ink is the point between here and heaven. Paired with our Super Soft Tees, the nonexistent feel of our Water based ink is magical and sure to be the talk of the town with you and your group.
Here at Sunday Cool, we inventory 66 different ink colors! These colors were curated based off of customer popularity and diversity. You can view those stock ink colors below.
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During the ordering process, you can reference this page to view all of our stocked ink colors. You’ll also be served up a choice of our stock inks when you submit your Art Request Form.
But what if none of the Sunday Cool Stock Inks match my design or logo? Nothing to fear! We can Pantone Match your ink to whatever code you’re needing to a 90% accuracy.
There are a few requirements to qualify for a Pantone Match on your project:
Additionally, we charge $25/match! This means if we need to match 2 ink colors to a specific code, it’ll be a $50 charge.
But how do I know which code to send you? Great question! Your organization might have a branding guide including all relevant codes and colors that set your group apart. OR you could send in your logo and ask us! Our talented Art Staff can color match the logo and tell you the code! We work often in the Pantone and HEX libraries!
As always, if you have any questions regarding our inks & matching guides, please reach out to a Sunday Cool Concierge member using the dot icon in the corner of your screen.