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Comfort Colors 1717 Unisex Garment-Dyed Heavyweight T-Shirt
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$6.99 - $11.39
Key Features of the 1717
- 6.1 oz., 100% ring-spun cotton
- Garment-dyed for a soft, lived-in look and feel
- Relaxed unisex fit
- Slightly boxy silhouette
- Double-needle stitching throughout
- Tear away label
- 65+ colors including seasonal exclusives
- Blank for printing
About the C1717
If there is one blank that has defined the aesthetic direction of the decorated apparel market over the last several years, it is the Comfort Colors 1717. The garment-dyed process — dyeing the finished garment rather than the yarn or fabric — produces a soft, slightly uneven color saturation that reads as vintage and worn-in from day one. No other dyeing method produces that look at scale, which is why the 1717 has become the go-to blank for boutique brands, lifestyle collections, university programs, and any decorator whose customers are willing to pay a premium for a premium blank.
The 6.1-ounce ring-spun cotton gives it real weight and substance that customers feel immediately. The relaxed, slightly boxy unisex fit has become part of the aesthetic — it is not trying to be a fitted tee, and customers who buy Comfort Colors expect and appreciate the roomier silhouette. Screen printing and DTG both work well on the ring-spun cotton surface, and the garment-dyed base gives printed designs a naturally muted, vintage-adjacent quality that works particularly well for fashion-forward graphics and collegiate programs.
With 65 or more colors including seasonal exclusives, the 1717 offers one of the widest color ranges in the wholesale market — covering everything from classic neutrals to vibrant and earthy tones that other brands don't carry. For a Comfort Colors long-sleeve option, the Comfort Colors 6014 Heavyweight Long Sleeve T-Shirt uses the same garment-dyed construction in a full sleeve format. For a garment-dyed hoodie in the same Comfort Colors family, the Comfort Colors 1466 Adult Garment-Dyed Hooded Sweatshirt is the natural companion for programs building a full garment-dyed collection.
FAQ
What makes Comfort Colors 1717 different from a standard cotton tee?
The garment-dyeing process. Standard tees are made from pre-dyed yarn or fabric. The 1717 is dyed after the garment is fully constructed, which produces a soft, slightly uneven color saturation with a lived-in, vintage aesthetic that pre-dyed tees cannot replicate. The process also softens the cotton fabric, giving the 1717 its characteristic soft hand feel from the first wear.
Does the 1717 shrink?
Garment-dyed tees can shrink slightly on the first wash since the dyeing process involves heat and water. Comfort Colors pre-shrinks the 1717 during production to minimize post-purchase shrinkage, but washing in cold water and tumble drying low is recommended to maintain the fit and color over time.
Is the Comfort Colors 1717 good for screen printing?
Yes. The ring-spun cotton surface takes screen print ink cleanly. The garment-dyed base gives printed designs a naturally softened, vintage quality that many decorators and customers prefer over the sharper contrast of printing on a bright white or standard-dyed blank. Water-based and discharge inks work particularly well on garment-dyed fabric.
What sizes are available?
Small through 4XL.
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Any order can be returned within 30 days of receipt. To be eligible for a return, your item must be: 1). unused, 2). unwashed, and 3).unaltered (it must be blank--no embroidery or printing, etc).
Make sure your item is in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in our original packaging.
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