Moment Merch: Viral Trends into Profitable Merch Drops
Capitalize on viral pop culture moments with trend-driven merch! Turn viral trends into profitable merch drops.
Trends come and go, but when they’re viral they go hard. You can take advantage of these viral trends when you make and sell merch designed for the moment.
Moment merch is all about capturing the energy of trending cultural moments and turning them into wearable, sellable merch. This perfect combo of timing and creativity leads to a winning result of profitable products.
And Spreadshop makes it easy for anyone to make and sell their own custom merch! Open your shop in minutes with just your name and email. No fees or upfront investments ever.
And we’re print-on-demand, which means we take care of all the heavy-lifting for you. Printing and shipping are on us. All you need to do is seize the moment with trendy merch.
Learn how easy it is to turn a profit from viral trends with print-on-demand merch from Spreadshop.
Navigating Online Trends For Success
A new viral moment occurs almost every day. Kendrick Lamar making bootcut jeans popular again. Beyonce’s iconic reaction to winning Best Country Album at the Grammy’s.
But it’s impossible to make merch for every viral blip. You need to capitalize on the trends that matter most to you, be they in pop culture, sports - you name it. You’ll find real, profitable success with moment merch you’re passionate about.
Having a “niche” also makes it easier for you to make and market your designs. Finding something you're passionate about, like pop music, indie movies, etc., is important. This will make it easier when designing your custom products and marketing your merch.
It also makes the process more fun. If you're not having fun and enjoying the process, your audience can tell. You want your moment merch to be genuine and speak to your target demographic. It shouldn't feel like a cash grab or a ploy to get social media attention.
When you connect with a specific community or interest, it makes it easier to attract buyers. They will understand your vision.
Trends come and go, but a dedicated fan base will always be looking for fresh, relevant designs.
Customize 250+ Products For the Moment
Print-on-demand gives you the flexibility to make and sell 250+ products. And you don't need to stress over inventory management or production. We take care of everything for you so you can focus on what matters.
Print-on-demand benefits
No inventory needed: We store all our products in-house
No money wasted: It costs nothing to launch your store and start selling
No production headaches: We handle all the logistics, from printing, shipping to customer service.
Money in your pocket: You earn from your first sale!
The easiest way to cash in on merch that’s either for the moment or more long-term.
Upload unlimited designs to products that come in a variety of styles and color ways. We carry products that are both trends and everyday staples, so there’s literally something for everyone!
PRO TIP: Take advantage of seasonal products to further capitalize on the moment. Offer oversized hoodies and sweatshirts that will resonate with your audience right now. Be prepared to stock your shop up with reusable water bottles and tote bags ahead of the sunny, summer season.
Just because we offer a vast merch assortment doesn’t mean you have to overwhelm your audience with options. When you lead with the season and trends in fashion, you can’t lose. The moment is all yours!
How to Avoid Copyright With Your Designs
When making viral-ready moment merch, there's one thing you want to avoid: Copyright infringement. Copyright laws are no joke. That’s why it's incredibly important to make the right design choices to avoid any potential legal issues.
Trademarked logos, graphics and photos are off limits. This can be frustrating when you want to create moment merch, but if anything, it only forces you to be more creative! Choose text and graphic elements that are similar to what want to reference, but not exact. Reference insider knowledge those in a particular fandom would only understand.
Need help making your merch designs? Platforms like Canva have plenty of template and graphic options to make your moment merch designs. Here are some tips:
1. Start with the Right Design Size
Set your dimensions to 4000 x 4000 pixels for the best print quality.
Use a transparent background (download as PNG).
2. Use High-Resolution Elements
Avoid blurry graphics. Use vector illustrations, high-res images, and bold typography.
Stick to 300 DPI equivalent designs to ensure crisp prints.
3. Keep It Simple & Bold
Merch designs should be eye-catching from a distance - avoid tiny details that won’t print well.
Use bold fonts, strong contrasts and minimal but impactful designs.
4. Work with Layers & Effects
Canva’s shadow and glow effects can make text and graphics pop.
Use layering to create depth but avoid overcrowding the design.
5. Stick to Print-Friendly Colors
Bright, high-contrast colors stand out best on apparel.
Avoid light pastels on white backgrounds. They might not print as clearly.
Searching specific keywords will also make it easier for you to create viral-ready merch. You don’t need professional skills to make and sell quality merch designs. Use design tools like Canva to easily create print-ready graphics that appeal to your audience.
Copyright laws might make creating moment merch more difficult, but they make the whole design process even more exciting!
Profit From Your Moment Merch
When making profitable moment merch, you need to act quick. And print-on-demand means you can. You don’t have to worry about ordering inventory and waiting for it to arrive. Storing boxes of t-shirts and hoodies in your basement is a thing of the past.
Drawn-out production times? We print your merch as soon as you place an order.
That’s a win-win for you and the planet.
We also make uploading designs and customizing your products a breeze. Use our mockup tool to down downloads and resize onto multiple products at once. Our service allows you to make custom merch in minutes, that way you can pounce when the moment is fresh.
Another advantage to print-on-demand services like Spreadshop? When the trend is over, you don't have unsold inventory.
Simply de-active your designs when you feel the moment has gone and move on to the next thing. This makes it easy for you to keep up with the demands of your audience without losing momentum or money.
We make tracking your earnings easy, too. You set your own margins for your products - we just take the base price. You can view your stats and payout schedule in your shop backend. Start earning from your first order!
Take Advantage of Social Selling
Something that’s essential to profiting from your moment merch: A solid social strategy. We know you’re already all over TikTok and Instagram, and your merch should be, too.
And it’s easier than you think to create engaging content to promote your merch. Screen casting is a popular tactic that creators of all niches are using to get their message out there.
This involves overlaying a recording of yourself with audio, essentially giving commentary on various viral trends and moments. This is one of the fastest ways to get your message out there.
For more curated, long-form merch drops, official product shots/clips are great for promoting your products. They help to emphasize the branding power of your merch shop.
Take full-advantage of social platforms like TikTok with our merch plug-in: Spreadconnect. Connect to TikTok Shop to get your merch in front of millions of potential users. Features like live shopping and adding products to your profile give your moment merch more visibility.
Print-on-demand makes it easy for you to cash-in on viral trends with moment merch.