We’ve reviewed hundreds of blank t-shirts and found 5 of the best High-Quality Blank T-Shirts you can use for printing your brand.

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If you are starting a high-end t-shirt line or just looking for a great quality blank t-shirt that keeps its color, fits great, is durable for years, and has a soft feel that won’t pill, shrink or itch.

Consider these High-Quality T-Shirts as some of the best to use when printing a premium t-shirt line.

Our reviews are based on durability, comfort, softness, quality, pricing, and t-shirt fit. In keeping these important elements in mind, you can create an apparel brand that people trust and want to actually wear.

And here is an industry secrete that very few people know about… some of the most popular t-shirts you see advertised online that are blowing up right now are using these exact blank t-shirts mentioned in this article. 

Finding the best t-shirt for printing can be difficult! But, we’ve done the research for you, we’ve tested and printed on thousands of different blank t-shirts, hoodies, and other apparel for major brands.

We’ve printed t-shirts for major corporations like Sony Pictures, HP, Microsoft, and popular clothing brands, as well as major social media influencers.

The t-shirt reviews below are based on what our past and current clients are saying, as well as our own personal take on why we consider these to be the best quality blank t-shirts out right now.

For the Top 5 Hoodies, Check out this post.

For our Premium Women’s T-shirt Review, Check This Post Out.

The Best Black T-Shirt for Men.

Grant Cardone is wearing the super soft Bella + Canvas – Unisex Cotton/Polyester Tee – 3650

Best Shirts for Screen Printing

1. Bella Canvas Unisex Jersey T-Shirt

So you have your designs ready for print and you’re looking to find the best quality t-shirt for your brand, you’ve looked at several shirts but you still haven’t come to a conclusion on which one to purchase.

The quality of the t-shirt is good but the price and fit may not quite match what you’re looking for… well…

I believe Bella Canvas 3001 has found the right combination of quality, price, comfort, and fit.

The Bella Canvas 3001 is a Unisex short sleeve jersey t-shirt is 100% combed ringspun cotton.

This soft t-shirt is a perfect blend of weight, softness, and fit. The Bella Canvas 3001 also comes in 57 different colors to choose from, so you’ll have plenty of blank canvases to express your creativity.

This is one of the Best t-shirts for tall and slim body types. Although the Bella Canvas 3001 is not considered “Tall”, the Bella Canvas 3001 has the longest length of all of the shirts we reviewed and mentioned in this post.

The best part is that it also maintains the length after washing with little to minimal shrinkage.

Some of the most popular blank t-shirt brands out right now are using the Bella Canvas 3001 as their t-shirt blank. By just printing a neck label with their logo they can now charge up to $20+ per shirt. 

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After The Wash Update.

The Bella Canvas 3001 is by far our favorite out of all the quality t-shirts mentioned in this article. This is the t-shirt that you like better after washing because it’s broken into like your favorite pair of jeans.

The colors remain vibrant and the length of this particular t-shirt remains the same which is a huge plus in my book of comfortable and stylish clothes.

You can pair this t-shirt with a nice blazer for a casual date or you can wear it out to a dive bar and the quality will stand out.

Overall a solid clean looking quality t-shirt that feels great and wears great after several washes. 

The unique custom-tailored design of the Bella Canvas 3001 is form-fitting and comfortable to wear. The Heather style tee from Bella Canvas 3001 has that soft vintage t-shirt look that feels lightweight but durable.

My suggestion when looking for wholesale Quality t-shirts is to buy a 12-pack and order the different brands we offer to find the one that best fits you. Overall, the shirts mentioned in this post are of the highest quality we have found in the U.S.

It’s just a matter of finding the right type and style of t-shirt that appeals the most to your target market and how they’ll respond to your creative design or branding.

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Main Takeaways •  Soft Touch / Fitted / Comfort / Casual / Street Wear/ Cross fit T-shirt/ Vintage Style

T-shirts Comparable to:   Stussy – RVCA  .

Bella Canvas Unisex Jersey T-Shirt Product Specs.

• 4.2 oz., 100% combed cotton t shirt. 

• Athletic Heather is 90/10 cotton/polyester alternate Heather colors are 52/48 cotton/polyester

• Ash is 99/1 cotton/polyester

• Shoulder to shoulder taping

• Coverstitched collar and hemmed sleeves

2. American Apparel 2001

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The Fine Jersey Crew Neck 2001 tee is 100% cotton and is the standard American Apparel shirt printed in most print shops in the U.S. although American Apparel carries a wide variety of 50/50 blends, Tri blends, and Poly Cotton, we will use and focus on the 100% cotton Fine Jersey Crew as our main example.

The Fine Jersey Crew is used as merchandise by bands like Van Halen, Vampire Weekend, Death Cab for Cutie, and online companies like Threadless and Teespring.

The quality of this blank t-shirt is durable and the softness is definitely felt, the stitching is well done and the variety of colors is enough to get your clothing brand started.

However, some of the reasons why the American Apparel brand shirt is at #4 is because of our client’s feedback when printing on and using American Apparel shirts.

The first major concern when looking to buy an American Apparel shirt is the high cost per shirt since it’s made in the U.S expect to pay premium prices. 

Since Gildan has taken over we have seen some minor changes in the pricing that brought the cost of the shirt lower and the quality of the shirt has improved.

However, this doesn’t mean The American Apparel brand is bad or not good quality t-shirts. Unless you or your buyers prefer a lighter material and a T-shirt that’s a bit more relaxed fit, then the American Apparel brand could be the right choice for you.

However, there is always different taste in what we wear and how it fits us, and how it makes us feel. If this shirt was music I’d classify it under rock n roll & grunge.

The t-shirt is laid back in style for a natural relaxed look and feel.

Main Takeaways • Lightweight / Sheer / Relaxed / Loose Fit / Soft Touch

American Apparel Product Specs.

• 100% Fine Jersey cotton construction (Heather Grey has 10% Polyester)

• Durable rib neckband

• Fabric weight 4.3 oz/yd² (146 g/m²)

• Superior screen printing results

• Made of 100% fine ring-spun combed cotton, this lightweight fine jersey is exceptionally smooth and tight-knit, making it a perfect surface for screen printing.

3. Next Level 6410 Unisex Premium Fitted Sueded 

This t-shirt is by far a personal favorite, if you were looking for a super soft t-shirt, the Next Level 6410 is the softest t-shirt we’ve felt.

This is the t-shirt your girlfriend will steal and want you to wear or rest her head on your chest. It’s that soft and comforting.

The Next Level Fitted Sueded is a fabric laundered 60/40 combed cotton/poly sueded jersey which means a super soft touch almost like a fine velvet feels but sportier and way cooler looking than regular velvet.

Next Level is known for producing quality t-shirts along with trend-setting fits and cuts for men and women.

Since the Next Level 6410 is higher end in the t-shirt chain so is the price, compared to the Bella Canvas 3001 Tee, they are a bit higher in price, but your buyers and fans will surely love the way they feel and fit if the unique quality is what you’re looking for.

The print on these shirts is also pretty cool looking if you do a single pass of ink on them, this gives you a vintage worn-in type of look, think Led Zepplin or new Heavy Metal type of prints that are trending right now.

After The Wash Update.

The Next Level 6410 Premium Sueded after washing still feels soft and the color is still bright.  Although this shirt had normal shrinkage after the wash the quality makes up for it because we haven’t found another quality t-shirt that feels this way.

This is a t-shirt that becomes your favorite after washing because it has a vintage look and feel.

The fit on the Next Level 6410 shirt is an athletic fit and tends to shrink just a bit after washing but nothing too drastic. Don’t worry about having to toss it out to replace it with a larger size, it’s a small shrink and true to their size but run a bit short on length for my personal taste.

I prefer a longer length t-shirt but I still love the way the sueded texture feels on the Next Level 6410.

Next Level Apparel carries a wide selection of solid colors, specialty burnout tank tops for women, and modern cuts that are on the trendier side with a bigger selection for women but you have to try the Next Level Premium Fitted Suede shirt for a unique type of feel.

Main Takeaways • Super Soft Touch / Fitted / Comfort

T-shirts Comparable to: Unique One-of-a-kind T-shirt.

Next Level Premium Fitted Sueded Product Specs.

• Fabric laundered, 4.3 oz., 60/40 combed cotton/poly sueded jersey

• 1×1 sueded baby rib set-in collar

• Satin label

4. Alternative 1070 Short Sleeve T-Shirt

The Alternative is the Mercedes S500 in the quality t-shirt world as far as pricing. 

The look, the feel, and the quality are something else when you compare Alternative 1070 shirts to the rest of the blank t-shirt brands.

We’re not saying that the rest of the shirts are poor quality but the Alternative brand specifically focuses on providing high-end apparel.

If you’re looking for a weightier and softer shirt compared to American Apparel or Next Level shirt then Alternative might be for you.

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After The Wash Update.

The Alternative 1070 Crew pretty much remained the same after the first couple of washes.

The color reviewed (Apple Red) remained vibrant and the cloth handled the washer and dryer just fine with minimal shrinkage.

I would categorize this shirt in the rock and roll section of t-shirt type because it’s not super form-fitting but kind of loose and relaxed at the bottom half.

You’ll mainly find this high-end quality t-shirt in boutique stores like Rodeo Drive or Melrose Ave in Hollywood where a single shirt can go for $90 to $200. If you have the customer base and the outlet to get these buyers willing to pay these premium prices then you might want to check out the Alternative shirts.

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Main Takeaways • Super Soft Touch / Fitted / Comfort / Relaxed Fit / Yoga Style T-shirt / Hipster / Modern / Loose Fit

T-Shirts Comparable to:  RVCA 

Alternative Short Sleeve Product Specs.

• 4.1 oz., 100% combed ringspun cotton, 30 singles

• Heather Grey is 67/33 cotton/polyester

• Piece dyed and washed

These t-shirts are a bonus because they are fairly new styles in the t-shirt industry and meet the qualifications as great quality t-shirts that fit well, are durable, soft quality and are cut in a classic but modern style. 

5. Comfort Colors Garment-Dyed 4017

The Comfort Colors 4017 Garment-Dyed Lightweight t-shirt comes in neutral colors that sets it apart from the rest of the t-shirts in this article.

Colors like the Blue Jean, Grey, Orchid, Pepper, and Terracotta are perfect for natural color pallets in a spring collection for your t-shirt line.

The Comfort Colors 4017 is cut in a classic relaxed boxy fit with a soft 100% ringspun cotton feel this t-shirt is super soft and comfortable to the touch of your skin.

Due to the nature in which this t-shirt is dyed in, the colors will soften with age to create a vintage style and look.

   

Comfort Colors Garment Dyed 4017 Product Specs

• 4.8 oz., 100% ring spun cotton

• Soft-washed garment-dyed fabric

• Double-needle collar

• Twill taped neck and shoulders

• Double-needle armhole, sleeve and bottom hems

• Side seams

• Twill label & joker label

Bonus Heavyweight T-Shirt

6. Hanes Beefy T-Shirt Sleeve 5180

The Hanes Beefy T-shirt Sleeve 5180 is a special kinda t-shirt. An old classic with a modern cut and soft fabric feel this t-shirt is a true heavyweight at 6.1 oz pre-shrunk 100% ringspun cotton.

The Hanes Beefy T 5180 is by far the heaviest t-shirt in this lineup, so if you’re looking for a heavyweight t-shirt this is the one for you.

This is probably the truest classic fit and feel of the shirts mentioned in this article.

A few clients have asked if we have and carry any t-shirts that feel like older model t-shirts, referring to true classic fit t, and the Hanes Beefy T is the one we would recommend.

Its soft, heavy cotton feel is perfect for those who like a classic t-shirt cut that’s super comfortable. The Hanes Beefy t 5180 has a classic look with a modern fit.

This t-shirt also comes in modern and cool colors other than your basic white and black, with 40 other colors to choose from you can print your logo to match any season throughout the year.

The Hanes Beefy T also has the Pocket 5190 T and a Long Sleeve 5186 T that has the same comfort, style, and fit of the short sleeve t-shirt.

The Hanes Beefy Tee is perhaps the highest-rated heavy blank t-shirt there is on the market, and you won’t go wrong if you’re looking for a thick heavy cotton t-shirt that will last you plenty of years and become one of your favorite t-shirts.

Hanes Beefy T-Shirt Sleeve 5180 Product Specs

• 6.1 oz., pre-shrunk 100% ringspun cotton

• Ash is 99/1 cotton/polyester

• Light Steel is 90/10 cotton/polyester

• Charcoal Heather and Oxford Grey are 60/40 cotton/polyester

• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping

• Double-needle stitched lay-flat collars, sleeves, and bottom hem

• Black Label

Placing Your Order

If you would like to place an order for these Quality t-shirts, our minimum order quantity is 12 blank t-shirts. You can purchase to test out assorted colors, sizes, and styles of quality t-shirts before placing a larger order in the future.

This gives you the opportunity to try out 12 different colors, sizes, styles, and brands before printing and committing to that final t-shirt that you love.

Not looking at and testing out multiple shirts before printing is like marrying the first girl or guy you go on a date with. Try different brands out to find the right fit for your customers and the people that will love to wear your shirt.

Our minimum for printed t-shirts starts at 45 pieces if you have any questions about our printing services feel free to email us at [email protected] and we will reply within 24 hrs.

If you would like to place an order for any of these quality t-shirts, you can do so by clicking on the shirt links. Please fill out the size, color, and quantities and provide the address you want your samples shipped to.

Click to Order The Bella Canvas 3001

For the Top 4 Women’s Premium T-Shirts, we recommend the Bella Canvas Favorite Tee 6004 / Next Level Perfect Tee 3300L / Women’s Anvil 379 / Alternative Women’s Crew 1072

Email us your shipping address when you finish your order.

We’ll get back to you within 24 hours to get your samples processed and shipped out fast.

The minimum blank t-shirt order is 12.

Standard delivery in the US is 3-5 business days.

This is a short video we did when we printed a 300+ pieces order of t-shirts and hoodies for CA Native Vote Project.

Thank you from www.laprintanddesign.com

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