How to design your softshell jacket
- Choose the model — Regatta TRA688 Octagon II (3-layer classic), TRA628 Ablaze Printable (print-optimised), StormTech KS-3 Greenwich (premium performance), Result Softshell Gilet R238X or women's variant. Filterable by brand, water column and colour palette.
- Specify the quantity — from 1 piece, volume discount from 3 pieces (3%), best terms from 100 pieces (25%) and 500 pieces (32%).
- Upload or design your logo — vector (SVG, AI, EPS) preferred for embroidery; for DTF print, a 300-dpi PNG with transparent background is sufficient.
- Choose the finishing — embroidery (chest left, chest right, back), DTF print for detailed multi-colour logos, transfer print with low-temp foil for large back prints.
- Order and have it finished — file check, print release via email or web mock-up, production. 5–10 working days delivery DE.
Not sure whether embroidery or print suits your logo and model best? Send us your logo, the model and the quantity by email or via the advice form. We reply within 24 hours with a technique recommendation and a live per-piece price.
Material properties: what softshell actually is
Softshell is a collective term for functional 2- to 3-layer fabrics that manage wind, light rain and sweat moisture. The typical construction is an outer layer of tightly woven polyester, a water-repellent and windproof membrane (PU or TPU) and a brushed polyester inner lining that adds warmth and wicks moisture outward.
| Property | Mid-Range (Result, J&N) | Premium (Regatta, StormTech, B&C) |
|---|---|---|
| Water column | 3,000–5,000 mm | 5,000–10,000 mm |
| MVTR (breathability) | 1,500–3,000 g/m²/24h | 3,000–5,000 g/m²/24h |
| Fabric weight | 260–290 g/m² | 290–340 g/m² |
| Stretch | 2-way (10–15%) | 4-way (15–25%) |
| Wind resistance | wind-repellent | windproof (100%) |
| Standard use | warehouse, construction mid-layer | field service, outdoor, customer contact |
Water column measures how much water pressure the fabric withstands before water penetrates. 5,000 mm is enough for light to medium rain over several hours. MVTR (Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate) measures how much water vapour escapes through the fabric per square metre per 24 hours. 3,000 g/m²/24h is solid for field service and site management; from 5,000 g/m²/24h noticeably more breathable for movement-intensive use such as surveying, forestry inspection or marathon marshalling.
Softshell does not replace a full hardshell rain jacket (3-layer membrane, ≥10,000 mm water column, taped seams). For sustained rain use we recommend a hardshell model such as the Regatta TRW461 Ardmore in parallel — embroidery and print there are however only limited (membrane puncture risk).
Finishing techniques — what suits softshell?
The membrane is the most sensitive component. It must not be punctured (embroidery in the wrong position), heated above 130 °C (standard transfer print) or treated with aggressive solvents. Four techniques are in our range:
- Embroidery — Recommendation No. 1 for softshell with classic company logos. We use a dense backing that protects the membrane and a fine 40-weight Madeira thread that delivers clean contours. Chest logo left up to 8 × 6 cm, back logo up to 15 × 10 cm. With correct stitch position no membrane damage. Withstands 50+ washes at 30 °C.
- DTF print — Best choice for detailed or multi-colour logos. The DTF film is transferred at low temperature (110–125 °C); the membrane stays intact. Chest logo up to 12 × 12 cm, back logo up to A4. Multi-colour gradient logos, photo logos and fine fonts — all possible. Ideal for event crews, SaaS logos with gradient, club logos with crest detail.
- Transfer print with low-temp foil — Useful for large back or chest prints on premium softshell (Regatta TRA628 Ablaze Printable is explicitly print-optimised). Heat-press at maximum 130 °C, membrane stays protected. Standard foil transfer print without a low-temp variant damages the membrane — do not book.
- Flex print — Possible for single-colour logos and lettering. Low-temp flex foil (110–120 °C), fast production from 1 piece, robust wash durability. Useful on stretch softshell, since flex follows the 4-way stretch movement.
What we don't recommend: Classic screen printing (drying temperature 160 °C destroys the membrane), sublimation print (only works on light polyester without membrane), plastisol print (too rigid on softshell stretch).
Standard recommendation in the configurator: embroidery for chest logos up to 8 cm, DTF for detailed logos and back prints, low-temp transfer for very large back areas with plain-colour logos.
Model recommendations by industry and use
We carry over 40 softshell models, grouped by use profile and brand identity. The following selection covers 90% of typical B2B orders.
Trades and construction
- Regatta TRA688 Octagon II — the standard classic in German trades. 3-layer softshell, 320 g/m², water column 8,000 mm, MVTR 3,000 g/m²/24h. Classic cut, zip chest pocket, elasticated cuffs. Colours black, navy, anthracite. Sizes XS–4XL. Embroidery shines on the smooth chest front. For trade businesses, plumbing field service, electrical companies.
- Regatta TRA642 Uproar Softshell — slightly lighter variant (280 g/m²), for the transitional season in field service. Chest zip pocket, removable hood on some configurations. Also available in women's cuts.
- Result R238X Black Compass Padded Softshell Gilet — sleeveless bodywarmer, 320 g/m². Ideal for warehouse logistics worn over a workwear polo in the half-year transition. Padded, light winter capability.
Field service and customer-facing crews
- StormTech KS-3 Greenwich Softshell — premium performance model. H2X-DRY polyester outer fabric, H2XSTRETCH 4-way stretch membrane, Thermal Tech inner lining. Water column 8,000 mm, MVTR 5,000 g/m²/24h. Slim modern cut, presentable for sales field, IT consulting, premium service. Colours black, anthracite, navy, deep burgundy.
- B&C ID.701 Softshell — the European mid-range standard. The Cotton Group (Waterloo) as manufacturer, 320 g/m², solid water column 5,000 mm. In women's and men's cuts, 12+ colours. Embroidery and DTF print both unproblematic.
Event crews and festival marshals
- Regatta TRA628 Ablaze Printable Softshell — explicitly optimised for large-format printing. The outer surface is tuned for low-temp transfer print adhesion. Ideal for event crew prints with sponsor logo and function lettering ("Crew", "Security", "Marshal") on the back.
- Result Workguard Softshell in hi-vis fluorescent orange or yellow — for traffic management at race marathons or festivals, combinable with a hi-vis vest order. See Print hi-vis vests for the EN ISO 20471 standard-compliant context.
IT, tech conference and premium sales
- StormTech KS-3 Greenwich with discreetly embroidered brand monogram on the chest — for conference hospitality and Cloud/SaaS crews. High material premium look, avoids the "promo jacket" impression.
- B&C ID.701 in anthracite with embroidered word-/picture mark — for booth crews at trade shows like SaaStr Europe, DMEXCO, OMR.
Clubs and outdoor teams
- James & Nicholson JN1135 Soft Shell Jacket — solid B2C/club classic. 2-layer construction, 280 g/m², 5,000 mm water column. In women's and men's cuts, broad colour palette. Embroidery with club logo plus optional player first name on the chest right.
- Result Microsoftshell — transitional outdoor layer, ideal for hiking and nature-conservation clubs.
Not sure which model fits? We advise based on use, per-piece budget and washing conditions. Write to us via the advice form.
Volume discount examples and B2B pricing
The volume tier applies across models: you can order 30 Octagon II in black with 18 Octagon II in navy plus 12 KS-3 Greenwich in anthracite — all together count for the tier.
| Quantity | Discount | Example use |
|---|---|---|
| from 3 pieces | 3% | small business, 3-person plumbing field service |
| from 20 pieces | 10% | landscaping, IT consulting |
| from 50 pieces | 15% | municipal depot, mid-size trade business |
| from 100 pieces | 25% | construction company, corporate sales crew |
| from 200 pieces | 30% | nationwide field-service rollouts, club federation |
| from 500 pieces | 32% | corporate rollout, public-authority kitting (on request) |
Example calculation for a standard finishing chest left with embroidery (logo up to 8 × 6 cm, one or two colours):
- Regatta TRA688 Octagon II in black, 25 pieces with chest embroidery: per-piece price approx. €64.90 net per jacket (10% discount already included).
- StormTech KS-3 Greenwich in anthracite, 18 pieces with chest embroidery: per-piece price approx. €92.40 net per jacket.
- B&C ID.701 in navy, 75 pieces with chest embroidery + small back text: per-piece price approx. €49.40 net per jacket.
Live per-piece prices for your chosen finishing are shown instantly in the configurator with gross/net toggle. For multiple embroidery positions (chest + back + sleeve), 2.00–4.50 € per piece per additional position apply — depending on size and complexity.
The one-time logo digitisation fee (€35) is waived from 25 pieces. DTF print orders need no digitisation, only a clean PNG or vector file.
Real-world cases from our facility
Case 1 — Plumbing business from the Rhineland, 22 field staff A plumbing and heating business with 22 field-service staff ordered 22 Regatta TRA688 Octagon II in navy with embroidered company logo (8 × 5 cm) on the chest left and embroidered employee first name (chest right). Per-piece price: €71.20 net for 22 pieces. Lead time: 9 working days. Use: year-round mid-layer jacket, worn over a workwear polo (B&C PUC11) or under the hi-vis vest. Re-orders for new staff run via stored logo position in 5 working days.
Case 2 — Tech conference booth crew, 35 pieces, 2 models A German Series-B SaaS startup ordered for DMEXCO 2025 in Cologne 20 StormTech KS-3 Greenwich in anthracite (for the sales engineering crew) and 15 B&C ID.701 in black (for the people-ops and customer-success crew) — all with discreetly embroidered brand monogram (4 × 3 cm) on the chest right. Average per-piece price: €78.40 net. Lead time: 11 working days, four weeks before the event. Logo position and size distribution for the next OMR 2026 are stored as a master file; re-orders run by email.
Case 3 — Event agency, marathon crew, 85 pieces A Berlin event agency ordered 85 Regatta TRA628 Ablaze Printable Softshell in fluorescent orange for the marshal crew of the Berlin Marathon. Finishing: large sponsor logo print on the back (A4 format, four colours, low-temp transfer print), function lettering ("Marshal" / "Crew" / "Logistics" — depending on function) on the chest via embroidery. Per-piece price: €56.90 net. Lead time: 12 working days. The order was consolidated with 40 Korntex KX200 hi-vis vests (Class 2) in a mixed order — volume-discount tier applied on the total quantity.
Caring for printed softshell jackets
- Wash at maximum 30 °C in the gentle programme
- No fabric softener — destroys DWR impregnation and membrane breathability
- No tumble dryer — membrane and transfer print suffer at drying heat above 60 °C. Dry lying flat or hanging in the air.
- Renew impregnation every 12–18 months with a DWR spray (Nikwax, Grangers or brand equivalent). We recommend 2–3 washes before renewing impregnation, so the spray adheres to a cleaned outer surface.
- Ironing — do not iron embroidery and DTF print directly. If necessary, iron from the reverse side with a cotton cloth at low heat.
With correct care, embroidery and DTF print last at least 50 washes. Low-temp transfer print lasts 30–40 washes — usually sufficient for large sponsor prints on event jackets.
What makes ShirtStore special
- Membrane expertise — we know how embroidery and print work on 2- and 3-layer softshell without membrane damage; we document technique suitability per model
- Cross-model volume tier — softshell + workwear polos + hi-vis vests + caps all count in one tier
- Live pricing in the configurator — per-piece price visible immediately with gross/net toggle per quantity band
- Invoice purchase for clubs, depots, authorities and credit-checked business customers
- Master-file persistence for recurring re-orders — logo position stays on file for 24 months
- Advice within 24 hours on model, technique and finishing position
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ShirtStore is your partner for softshell jackets with company logo, club logo and event print in Germany and Europe. We embroider and print Regatta TRA688 Octagon II (3-layer classic for trades and field service), Regatta TRA642 Uproar (light transitional variant), Regatta TRA628 Ablaze Printable (print-optimised event crew jacket), StormTech KS-3 Greenwich (premium performance with H2X-DRY and H2XSTRETCH for tech conferences and premium sales), James & Nicholson JN1135 Soft Shell Jacket (B2C and club classic), Result R238X Black Compass Padded Softshell Gilet (bodywarmer for warehouse logistics) and B&C ID.701 Softshell (European mid-range standard from The Cotton Group). Finishing techniques are membrane-safe embroidery with backing and 40-weight Madeira thread, DTF print with low-temp transfer 110–125 °C, low-temp transfer print ≤130 °C and flex print ≤120 °C — all four safe for 2- and 3-layer membranes. Volume discounts start at 3 pieces with 3% and reach 32% from 500 pieces, tiered across models. Water column 5,000–10,000 mm and MVTR 2,000–5,000 g/m²/24h cover the whole need from warehouse mid-layer to outdoor performance. Standard delivery 5–10 working days DE, express from 4 working days on request. Invoice purchase for clubs, municipal depots, state enterprises and credit-checked business customers is standard. Master-file persistence for 24 months for unproblematic re-orders for new staff.