Shown: Heather Grey/ Red
American ApparelStyle BB453W · T-Shirts
Unisex 50/50 Raglan Three-Quarter Sleeve Tee
A blank t-shirt from the American Apparel line, offered in 2 colors in size XS. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- 50/50 combed ring-spun cotton/polyester at 3.6 oz/yd²
- ⚠ Embroidery and Sublimation: conditional — test first.
Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.
Colors 2— Heather Grey/ Red
Heather Grey/ Red
White/ Heather Black
Available sizes
Availability — Heather Grey/ Red
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | Low Stock | — |
Last inventory sync: July 13, 2026 · local pickup stock held near Lockport, IL. Distributor network totals — not live stock; availability is reconfirmed on every quote before production.
Key specifications
- Fabric composition
- 50/50 combed ring-spun cotton/polyester
- Fabric weight
- 3.6 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- Not stated
- Yarn
- combed · ring-spun
- Construction
- Side-seamed
- Label
- Not stated
- Cut for
- Unisex
- Fit
- Athletic/Fitted
- Sizes
- XS
- Colors
- 2
- Country of origin
- Guatemala, Haiti
- Sustainability
- Not stated
Decoration compatibility
VisePrint guidance derived from this garment's stated fabric and construction — not manufacturer claims.
Screen printing
Good
Prints well with a low-bleed ink system made for polyester; standard plastisol can dye-migrate.
- Dye-migration risk on polyester content — use a low-bleed or poly-specific ink system and cure at lower temperatures.
DTF transfer
Good
Compatible with this fabric type at correct press temperature and pressure.
- High press heat can affect polyester — test temperature and dwell time before a full run.
DTG printing
Good
Cotton-rich blend prints acceptably; expect a softer, more vintage result than 100% cotton.
- Water-based DTG ink absorbs poorly into polyester and can wash out — pretreat and test.
Embroidery
Conditional
Very light fabric can pucker under dense designs — keep stitch counts modest and stabilize well.
- Lightweight or performance knit — use a stabilizer/backing to prevent puckering.
Heat transfer
Good
Standard HTV and transfers apply well at the correct temperature for this fiber mix.
- Use low-temperature transfer material to avoid scorch or dye migration on polyester.
Sublimation
Conditional
Partial polyester content gives muted, distressed color rather than full saturation.
- Cotton content will not hold sublimation dye — expect a faded, vintage result.
Decoration results can vary by equipment, ink, transfer material, garment color, and production settings. Always test before beginning a full production run.
Fit and sizing
Athletic/Fitted fit, cut for unisex wear · sizes XS.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | XS | S |
|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 29 | 30 |
| Chest Width (Laid Flat) | 15 3/4 | 17 3/4 |
| Sleeve Length | 22 1/8 | 22 5/8 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 3.6 oz./yd² (US) 6 oz./L yd (CA), 50/50 combed ring-spun cotton/polyester
- Unisex style
- Slim fit
- 3/4" neck rib binding
- Raglan 3/4 sleeves
- 1" double-needle sleeve hem
- Overlock edge bottom hem
- Side seams
Country of origin
Made in Guatemala or Haiti.
Shown for the Heather Grey/ Red colorway; origin can vary by color and production run.
Recommended applications
- Premium merchandise →
Retail-tier cut and hand.
- Events →
Event-crew staple with quick decoration turnaround.
Similar alternatives
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (3.7 vs 3.6 oz)
- · Covers XS
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (4 vs 3.6 oz)
- · Athletic/Fitted fit
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (4 vs 3.6 oz)
- · Covers XS–3XL
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (4 vs 3.6 oz)
- · Covers XS–3XL
Terms used on this page
- Combed Cotton
- Combed cotton is fiber mechanically combed after carding to remove short fibers and debris, producing a smoother, straighter strand for finer fabric.
- Polyester
- Polyester is a synthetic, petroleum-based fiber prized for durability, quick-dry performance, and colorfastness, but prone to dye migration under screen-print inks.
- Slim Fit
- Slim fit is a tapered T-shirt cut with a trimmer chest, narrower sleeve openings, and a contoured waist that sits close to the body instead of hanging straight.