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Brushed Fleece for Sweatshirts
Brushed fleece elevates crewneck sweatshirts from everyday basics to premium winter staples. The mechanically brushed interior provides a softer, warmer hand feel than standard French terry crewnecks, making brushed fleece the fabric of choice for brands positioning sweatshirts as standalone outerwear rather than layering pieces.
Why Brushed Fleece for Sweatshirts?
Velvety brushed interior justifies premium pricing — consumers can immediately feel the quality upgrade over standard French terry crewnecks.
Superior warmth from the brushed pile means sweatshirts can function as standalone outerwear in mild cold, expanding the product's versatility.
Dense fabric body gives crewnecks a structured, substantial silhouette that photographs well and looks premium on the hanger — important for e-commerce and retail.
Smooth outer face is ideal for large-format chest and back prints, the most common decoration placements on crewneck sweatshirts.
Key Specifications
Weight Range
260–580 GSM
Composition
100% Organic Brushed Cotton
Interior
Dense brushed pile
Shrinkage
4–6% after first wash
Popular Weight
380–440 GSM for crewnecks
Best Decoration Techniques
Sweatshirts We Manufacture
Seamless Crewneck
400gsm · 100% Organic Brushed Cotton
Striped Sweatshirt
320gsm · 100% Organic Cotton
Ribbed Crewneck
380gsm · 100% Organic Cotton
Ribbed Crewneck II
380gsm · 100% Organic Cotton
Melange Terry Sweatshirt
280gsm · 75% Cotton 25% Polyester French Terry
Archive Half-Zip Sweat
400gsm · 100% Cotton Vintage Washed Fleece
Common Questions
Frequently Asked
What GSM brushed fleece is best for crewneck sweatshirts?
380–440 GSM is the ideal range for premium crewneck sweatshirts. This weight provides the substantial, structured feel associated with high-end streetwear. Lighter weights (260–320 GSM) work for transitional-season crewnecks.
Is brushed fleece too warm for sweatshirts?
Brushed fleece sweatshirts are warmer than French terry equivalents, making them best suited for autumn/winter collections. For year-round sweatshirts, French terry is the better choice. Brushed fleece crewnecks are positioned as premium cold-weather pieces.
Can you screen print on brushed fleece sweatshirts?
Yes. The smooth exterior face of brushed fleece is excellent for screen printing. Water-based and plastisol inks both adhere well to the dense cotton surface, producing vibrant, long-lasting prints for chest and back placements.
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