--- title: College Hill | branding (2) description: branding | PNW-based branded merchandise studio College Hill blogs on the latest trends in graphic design, fashion + current apparel, as well as branding projects, like our annual beers-for-a-cause. Follow along for creative inspiration on your next project. (2) --- [Custom Designs in 48 Hours](https://collegehill.com/pages/custom-designs) [info@collegehill.com](mailto:info@collegehill.com) [(888) 885-1993](tel:(888)%20885-1993) [![collegehill](https://blog.collegehill.com/hubfs/CollegeHill_April2025/Images/college_hill_logo_130x@2x.png)](https://collegehill.com/) Search [Cart](https://collegehill.com/cart) - About Us - [Our Story](https://collegehill.com/pages/about-college-hill) - [Core Values](https://collegehill.com/pages/core-values) - [Thrive Together](https://collegehill.com/pages/team-resources) - [Giving Initiative](https://collegehill.com/pages/philanthropy) - Branded Merchandise - [Our Apparel Picks](https://collegehill.com/collections/college-hill-customizable-apparel) - [Promo Products & More](https://collegehillpromo.com/) - What we Offer - [Design Services](https://collegehill.com/pages/custom-designs) - [Print Services](https://collegehill.com/pages/print-services) - [Bulk Orders](https://collegehill.com/pages/bulk-orders) - [Virtual Storefronts](https://collegehill.com/pages/pop-up-shops) - [Custom Kitting](https://collegehill.com/pages/custom-branded-gift-kits-employee-gift-boxes-college-hill) - [Employee Recognition](https://collegehill.com/pages/employee-recognition) - Learn More - [Case Studies](https://collegehill.com/pages/case-studies) - [Testimonials](https://collegehill.com/pages/testimonials) - [Blog](https://blog.collegehill.com) - [Submit a Request](https://collegehill.com/pages/get-started) ## Menu - About Us - [Our Story](https://collegehill.com/pages/about-college-hill) - [Core Values](https://collegehill.com/pages/core-values) - [Thrive Together](https://collegehill.com/pages/team-resources) - [Giving Initiative](https://collegehill.com/pages/philanthropy) - Branded Merchandise - [Our Apparel Picks](https://collegehill.com/collections/college-hill-customizable-apparel) - [Promo Products & More](https://collegehillpromo.com/) - What we Offer - [Design Services](https://collegehill.com/pages/custom-designs) - [Print Services](https://collegehill.com/pages/print-services) - [Bulk Orders](https://collegehill.com/pages/bulk-orders) - [Virtual Storefronts](https://collegehill.com/pages/pop-up-shops) - [Custom Kitting](https://collegehill.com/pages/custom-branded-gift-kits-employee-gift-boxes-college-hill) - [Employee Recognition](https://collegehill.com/pages/employee-recognition) - Learn More - [Case Studies](https://collegehill.com/pages/case-studies) - [Testimonials](https://collegehill.com/pages/testimonials) - [Blog](https://blog.collegehill.com) - [Submit a Request](https://collegehill.com/pages/get-started) [Custom Designs in 48 Hours](https://collegehill.com/pages/custom-designs) [info@collegehill.com](mailto:info@collegehill.com) [(888) 885-1993](tel:(888)%20885-1993) ![College Hill Merch Collage (15)](https://blog.collegehill.com/hubfs/College%20Hill%20Merch%20Collage%20(15).png) # College Hill **Welcome to the College Hill blog — your go-to source for fresh takes on branded merchandise, design trends, and all things custom apparel. As a PNW-based powerhouse in custom merch, we share insights on the latest in graphic design, fashion-forward apparel, and standout projects. Whether you’re looking for creative inspiration or want a behind-the-scenes look at what we’re up to, you’re in the right place.**   ## Branding [College Hill](https://blog.collegehill.com/author/college-hill) 01/19/2026 [Custom Apparel](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/custom-apparel), [Promo Product](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/promo-product), [district tee](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/district-tee), [custom design](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/custom-design), [branding](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/branding), [custom tees](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/custom-tees), [custom merchandise](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/custom-merchandise), [perfect tee](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/perfect-tee), [College Hill](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/college-hill), [Customer Success](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/customer-success), [industry tips](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/industry-tips), [expertise](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/expertise), [modernize](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/modernize), [2026](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/2026), [color palette](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/color-palette) [0 Comments](https://blog.collegehill.com/2026-color-palette-branded-merch#postComment) #### [How to Use the 2026 Color Palette to Modernize Your Branded Merch](https://blog.collegehill.com/2026-color-palette-branded-merch) In the world of branded merchandise, color is more than just an aesthetic choice - it’s a strategic… [Read More](https://blog.collegehill.com/2026-color-palette-branded-merch) [College Hill](https://blog.collegehill.com/author/college-hill) 01/12/2026 [Custom Apparel](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/custom-apparel), [Promo Product](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/promo-product), [networking](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/networking), [custom design](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/custom-design), [branding](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/branding), [marketing tips](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/marketing-tips), [custom merchandise](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/custom-merchandise), [business tips](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/business-tips), [small business](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/small-business), [College Hill](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/college-hill), [industry tips](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/industry-tips), [expertise](https://blog.collegehill.com/tag/expertise) [0 Comments](https://blog.collegehill.com/the-power-of-networking#postComment) #### [The Power of Networking: Why Relationship Building Matters](https://blog.collegehill.com/the-power-of-networking) In today’s fast-moving business landscape, networking is no longer just a “nice to have." 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