AS Colour Stone Wash Staple Tee | 5040

Description

The AS Colour Stone Wash Staple Tee arrives with the broken-in hand-feel that most tees take a year to earn. The 160GSM combed cotton has been stone washed to soften the fibers and create subtle tonal variation — no two garments look exactly identical, which is the point. This is a blank for buyers who want visual texture and don’t want to wait for it.

Who Orders It

Streetwear labels building collections with vintage appeal. Creative agencies and design studios that want their team gear to feel less corporate. Music venues and record labels printing limited runs. Coffee roasters and craft brands leaning into the worn-in aesthetic. Nonprofits running campaigns where the tee itself makes a statement about authenticity over polish.

Decoration

Screen printing lands well — the stone wash process doesn’t affect ink adhesion, though expect slight variation in how prints appear across the natural tonal shifts in the fabric. DTG performs cleanly on the cotton base. Embroidery holds without issue on the standard-weight construction. The pre-washed character means what you see at production is what your customer gets — no post-wash surprises.

Specifications

• 160GSM midweight combed cotton
• Stone wash finish for lived-in texture and softness
• Double-needle stitching at hem and sleeves
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability
• Regular fit cut for everyday wear
• Subtle tonal variation across production — intentional, not a defect

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on stone wash fabric?
Screen printing and DTG both perform well. The stone wash doesn’t interfere with ink adhesion — just know that the natural tonal variation in the fabric means prints may show slight color shifts across pieces, which adds to the character.

Is this good for limited edition drops or merch releases?
Exactly what it’s built for. The vintage texture gives each piece a unique quality that works for bands, streetwear labels, and brands selling exclusivity. Your customers will notice it doesn’t feel like a standard promo tee.

How does the sizing run compared to the regular Staple Tee?
Same regular fit as the AS Colour 5001. The stone wash process happens after cutting and construction, so sizing remains consistent. No need to size up or down.

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 something with texture and intention? Get your quote started and we’ll handle the rest.