AS Colour Wo’s Heavy Faded L/S Tee | 4083

Description

The AS Colour 4083 Heavy Faded Long Sleeve brings the weight and hand-feel that elevated basics demand. At 240GSM, this is not a layering piece — it’s the piece. The garment-dyed faded wash delivers that worn-in character from day one, while the heavyweight cotton construction ensures it actually lasts through the wear cycles that justify the look. Oversized fit with dropped shoulders gives it the silhouette streetwear buyers expect.

Who Orders It

Women’s streetwear labels building collections that need to feel premium without trending disposable. Creative studios and design agencies ordering staff apparel that reflects their aesthetic standards. Music venues and indie record labels running merch that fans actually want to wear repeatedly. Lifestyle brands in surf, skate, and outdoor spaces where authenticity reads in the fabric weight. Boutique fitness studios and yoga brands wanting relaxed post-workout pieces that don’t look like gym gear.

Decoration

The 240GSM weight handles embroidery beautifully — structured enough to support detailed stitchwork without puckering, even on larger chest or back placements. Screen printing sits cleanly on the faded base, though expect some natural variation in how ink interacts with the garment-dyed finish — this is a feature, not a flaw, and adds to the vintage character. DTG performs well on the cotton construction. Note that the pre-faded colorway means prints will have a slightly muted, integrated look rather than sitting bright on top. Plan your artwork accordingly.

Specifications

• 240GSM heavyweight cotton construction
• Garment-dyed faded wash finish
• Relaxed oversized fit with dropped shoulders
• Double-needle stitching at stress points
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability
• Women’s sizing XS–XL

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on the faded wash?
Screen printing and embroidery both work well. The garment-dyed base gives prints a naturally vintage, integrated look rather than stark contrast. Embroidery holds clean on the heavyweight fabric. If you want bold, high-contrast graphics, consider a non-faded style instead.

Is this good for premium brand merch?
This is exactly what it’s built for. The weight, the wash, the oversized cut — it reads as intentional, not promotional. Brands use it when they want merch people actually incorporate into their wardrobe.

How does the sizing run?
Relaxed and oversized by design. If your buyers prefer a fitted look, size down. If they want the intended dropped-shoulder silhouette, go 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 something with the 4083? Get in touch for a custom quote and let’s talk through your program.