American Apparel Garment-Dyed Heavyweight Cotton Tee

This is the faded heavyweight tee that gives your custom artwork some real streetwear weight. The American Apparel 1301GD is garment-dyed, which means every color has a lived-in, vintage depth you cannot get from a standard blank. At 6 oz, the cotton has enough body to make bold graphics sit right without feeling stiff.

Fit

Relaxed through the body with a slightly wider neckline. True to size for an easy, comfortable fit. Size up if you want that oversized streetwear drape.

Fabric & Print Notes

• Heavyweight cotton: 6 oz./yd² 100% cotton, 18 singles. Heavier hand than a basic tee with excellent ink coverage for screen printing.
• Garment-dyed finish: Expect slight color variation from piece to piece, that is the charm. Light inks pop against the faded base; dark inks go tonal and vintage.
• Minimal shrinkage: The dye process preshrinks the fabric, so the fit you get is the fit you keep.
• Structured collar: Wide rib collar with taped neck and shoulders holds its shape wash after wash.
• Tear-away label: Easy to remove for relabeling with your own brand.

Responsibly Made

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol member. OEKO-TEX certified low-impact dyes. Produced in a WRAP-certified facility.

Best For

• Streetwear merch drops: The faded, vintage base makes artwork feel curated and lived-in from day one.
• Band and event tees: Heavyweight body and muted colors give simple designs a premium feel.
• Boutique retail blanks: A step above the standard tee for brands that care about hand feel.