Story & heritage

Softstyle 64000 is Gildan’s softer answer to the classic blank tee: still built for decorating, but with a lighter hand and a smoother surface. Gildan’s official product snippet cites soft ring spun cotton and cotton blends plus high stitch density for a smooth printing surface.

Retailers position it as the shirt to choose when softness is the most important consideration, making it one of the most recognisable Gildan alternatives to the heavier 5000 and 2000 families.

Materials & craft

Wholesale pages specify a 4.5 oz ringspun jersey, high stitch density, taped neck and shoulders, rolled-forward shoulders and double-needle sleeves and hem. Heather and sport shades use cotton/poly blends, while many solids are listed as ring spun cotton.

How to choose & style

Choose this soft tee by weight, hand feel and decoration method first, then by colour. White, black, navy and sport grey are the safest uniform choices; brighter Gildan shades work best when the blank itself is part of the team or event identity.

For a retail-leaning look, size up and keep the graphic restrained. For staff, school or bulk merch, prioritize the core colour with the best size availability and use companion youth or women’s cuts only when the same family offers them.