AS Colour Staple L/S Tee | 5020

Description

The AS Colour 5020 takes everything that made the Staple Tee the default choice for custom programs and extends it through the sleeve. Same 180GSM combed cotton construction, same tailored fit that sits cleaner than a standard blank, same print-ready surface that decorators trust for consistent results. This is the long sleeve version you reach for when the season shifts or when the design calls for more coverage without sacrificing the silhouette.

Who Orders It

Coffee roasters and craft breweries running fall merchandise drops. Music venues printing tour shirts that work year-round. Nonprofit organizations building apparel programs that need options beyond the standard short sleeve. Surf and outdoor brands that want a lightweight long sleeve without the bulk of a traditional crewneck. Creative agencies ordering staff apparel that looks intentional, not like a uniform afterthought.

Decoration

The combed cotton face takes screen printing cleanly — ink lays flat and cures evenly across the chest, back, and sleeve placements. DTG performs well on this fabric weight, with good ink absorption and minimal hand-feel change. For embroidery, the 180GSM construction provides enough body to support standard left-chest logos without puckering, though high-stitch-count designs benefit from proper backing. Sleeve prints are a natural fit here — the extended canvas invites placement options that short sleeves can’t offer.

Specifications

• 180GSM combed cotton construction
• Regular fit with tailored proportions
• Double-needle stitching at seams and cuffs
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability after washing
• Ribbed crew neck
• Available in sizes XS–3XL

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on the 5020?
Screen printing is the most common choice — the combed cotton surface holds ink cleanly and the fabric weight supports larger prints without distortion. DTG works well for detailed full-color artwork. Embroidery is solid for chest and sleeve logos up to moderate stitch counts.

Is this a good option for seasonal merchandise programs?
Yes. The 5020 is specifically designed as the long sleeve counterpart to seasonal rotations — same fit and quality as the short sleeve Staple, just more coverage for fall and winter drops.

How does the sizing compare to the short sleeve Staple Tee?
Identical fit. If you’ve ordered the 5001, the 5020 runs the same — tailored without being slim, with consistent sizing across the full range.

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 add the 5020 to your next seasonal run? Get a custom quote and we’ll handle the decoration from our Santa Ana print shop.