Description

The AS Colour Relax Faded Zip Hood brings a pre-worn aesthetic to custom programs without the inconsistency of actual vintage sourcing. The 320GSM cotton-poly blend delivers midweight warmth with a garment-dyed, faded finish that gives every piece that broken-in look from day one. Relaxed fit through the body and sleeves means it drapes rather than clings — the silhouette streetwear buyers and creative brands are after.

Who Orders It

Streetwear labels building collections with vintage character. Music venues and record labels producing merch that looks like it’s already been worn to a hundred shows. Creative agencies and design studios outfitting their teams. Coffee roasters and craft beverage brands with aesthetic-forward identities. Nonprofits and community organizations wanting something more interesting than the standard corporate hoodie. Skate shops and surf brands where the faded look is on-brand from the start.

Decoration

The faded wash creates a muted canvas that changes how ink and thread read — screen print comes through softer, almost tonal against the washed-out base. Works well with discharge printing for that fully integrated vintage look. Embroidery holds cleanly on the 320GSM fleece, though thread colors will appear slightly muted against the faded fabric. DTG prints acceptably on the cotton-dominant blend but expect some hand-feel. For the cleanest results, work with your decorator on test prints — the garment-dyed process means slight color variation between production runs is normal and part of the aesthetic.

Specifications

• 320GSM midweight fleece — substantial without overheating
• Cotton/polyester CVC blend with recycled content
• Garment-dyed faded wash finish
• Relaxed fit through body and sleeves
• Full-length YKK zipper
• Double-needle stitching at stress points
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on faded wash hoodies?
Screen printing with discharge ink gives the most cohesive vintage look — the ink becomes part of the fabric rather than sitting on top. Standard plastisol works but will appear more contrasted. Embroidery holds well and adds texture against the soft fleece.

Is this good for band merch programs?
This is one of the most requested blanks for music and entertainment merch. The pre-faded finish means it already looks like tour merch that’s been worn and loved, which is exactly the vibe most artists want.

How does the sizing run?
The relaxed fit runs roomier than standard hoodies. If your buyers prefer a closer fit, consider sizing down. For the intended oversized streetwear look, order true to size.

What’s the minimum order for custom decoration?
We work with programs from 12 pieces. Most decorated apparel programs start at 24–50 pieces. Request a quote and we’ll work with your specific order size.

Ready to build a custom program around the 5170? Get a quote from our team and we’ll dial in the decoration approach for your project.