AS Colour Staple V Neck Tee | 5001V

Description

The AS Colour Staple V Neck takes everything that works about the standard 5001 and adds a clean V neckline for programs where crew necks feel too casual or too closed. At 180GSM combed cotton, the fabric weight hits the middle ground — substantial enough to hold structure through a full day of wear, light enough that it doesn’t fight with Southern California heat. The V sits at a conservative depth that works across dress codes without looking like an undershirt.

Who Orders It

Hospitality programs where staff need to look sharp without full uniform formality. Restaurants, wine bars, boutique hotels. Creative studios and agencies building internal merch that employees will actually wear outside the office. Salon and spa teams who want branded apparel with a more refined neckline. Event staff programs for elevated occasions — gallery openings, private events, brand activations where crew necks read too promotional.

Decoration

The combed cotton surface prints cleanly with screen printing and DTG alike. Left chest placements work best — the V neckline creates visual balance with smaller, positioned logos rather than large center prints. Embroidery holds well at the standard 8,000–10,000 stitch range without puckering. If you’re running a large back print, be aware the V-neck collar creates a different visual weight than crew neck versions of the same design.

Specifications

• 180GSM midweight combed cotton construction
• Double-needle stitching at sleeve and hem stress points
• Preshrunk fabric with dimensional stability post-wash
• Regular fit with consistent sizing across production runs
• V-neck depth sits conservative — works across professional dress codes

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on the 5001V?
Screen printing and DTG both work cleanly on the combed cotton surface. For V-necks, left chest placement tends to look most intentional — large center prints can compete awkwardly with the neckline geometry.

Is this good for restaurant or hospitality staff uniforms?
Yes — this is one of the primary use cases. The V-neck reads more polished than a crew neck while staying comfortable for full-shift wear. The 180GSM weight handles repeated commercial laundering without breaking down.

How does the sizing run compared to the crew neck 5001?
Identical fit through the body. Same regular cut, same size chart. The only difference is the neckline.

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 V-neck program for your team or brand? Get a quote from Breaking Free and we’ll handle the decoration from our Santa Ana production facility.