AS Colour Wo’s Relax Faded Zip Hood | 4170

Description

The AS Colour 4170 Women’s Relax Faded Zip Hood delivers that broken-in vintage hand-feel from day one — without the structural compromise that comes from actual aging. At 320GSM, this cotton/polyester CVC blend with recycled content hits the weight sweet spot: substantial enough to feel like quality, light enough for year-round layering. The relaxed silhouette runs wider through the body and sleeve, built for the oversized aesthetic that’s become standard in contemporary women’s streetwear.

Who Orders It

Streetwear labels building collections around vintage-inspired pieces. Creative agencies and design studios outfitting their teams in something that doesn’t look like corporate issue. Music venues and record labels running merch programs. Yoga and wellness studios wanting premium layering pieces. Nonprofit organizations doing branded apparel that people actually want to wear off-site. Coffee roasters and boutique retailers building staff uniforms with intention.

Decoration

The faded wash creates natural tonal variation — lean into it rather than fighting it. Screen printing works well with discharge ink for that soft vintage integration, or standard plastisol for contrast against the muted base. DTG prints cleanly on the cotton-forward blend, though expect slight color absorption from the pre-faded fabric. Embroidery holds at standard density on the chest and back yoke — the 320GSM weight prevents puckering. Left chest logos and back neck prints are the most common placements. If you’re running full front graphics, request a test print to dial in color matching against the faded ground.

Specifications

• 320GSM midweight CVC fleece with recycled polyester content
• Cotton/polyester blend with faded garment wash
• Relaxed women’s fit — dropped shoulder, wider body
• Full-length YKK zipper with metal pull
• Double-needle stitching at stress points
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability after washing

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on faded fabric?
Discharge screen printing gives you the most integrated vintage look — the ink removes dye and replaces it with color, so it feels like part of the garment. Standard screen printing and embroidery both work well for bolder contrast. DTG is solid for detailed graphics but test your colors against the muted base first.

Is this good for retail-quality brand merch?
Yes. The faded wash and relaxed cut put this in the tier of hoodies people buy to wear, not just to support. The 320GSM weight and construction quality match what you’d find from contemporary streetwear labels at $80+ retail.

How does the sizing run?
It’s a relaxed fit by design — expect a roomier body and sleeve than a standard fitted hoodie. Most buyers order true to size for the intended oversized silhouette, or size down one if you want a slightly more tailored look.

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 program around the 4170? Get in touch for a quote and we’ll help you dial in the right decoration approach for your project.