AS Colour Wo’s Stone Wash Heavy Tee | 4085

Description

The AS Colour 4085 Stone Wash Heavy Tee delivers the kind of lived-in softness that usually takes months to develop — right out of the box. At 220GSM, this is a substantial women’s blank with real weight in the hand, built from cotton that’s been stone washed to break down the stiffness without compromising the fabric’s integrity. The relaxed fit reads intentional rather than oversized, sitting comfortably without the boxy silhouette that plagues most heavyweight blanks.

Who Orders It

Lifestyle brands building collections where texture matters as much as graphics. Music venues and independent record labels running merch that needs to look worn-in from day one. Coffee roasters and craft beverage brands wanting tees their staff will actually wear off-shift. Yoga studios and wellness brands after a softer aesthetic than standard athletic cuts. Nonprofit organizations building supporter apparel that feels premium without looking corporate. Boutique retail brands developing private label basics with vintage character.

Decoration

The stone wash finish creates a slightly textured surface that softens printed graphics in a way that feels intentional — water-based and discharge inks integrate beautifully with the pre-faded cotton. Screen printing lands cleanly, though expect a subtle vintage effect rather than crisp hard edges. DTG performs well on the natural cotton base, with ink absorbing evenly across the washed fibers. Embroidery holds without issue on the 220GSM weight. If you need bright, sharp graphics, consider the standard heavyweight instead — the 4085 is purpose-built for that broken-in aesthetic.

Specifications

• 220GSM midweight cotton construction
• Stone wash finish for pre-softened hand-feel
• Relaxed women’s fit with dropped shoulder
• Double-needle stitching at hem and sleeves
• Preshrunk fabric for dimensional stability
• Available in washed-down neutral colorways

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on stone wash fabric?
Water-based and discharge screen printing integrate naturally with the washed texture, creating that vintage merch look. DTG works well for detailed graphics. Plastisol prints cleanly but will sit on top of the fabric rather than blending in — choose based on the aesthetic you want.

Is this good for retail merch programs?
Yes — this is specifically the kind of blank boutique brands and lifestyle labels use for retail-quality apparel. The stone wash finish and relaxed cut position it well above standard promotional blanks.

How does the sizing run?
The 4085 runs true to size with a relaxed, slightly oversized silhouette by design. It’s not fitted — that’s intentional. If your customer base prefers a closer cut, size down or consider the standard women’s heavy tee.

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 program around the 4085? Get in touch for a custom quote and let’s talk decoration options.