Shown: Black
Chef DesignsStyle 5020 · More Styles
Poplin Cook Shirt with Gripper Closures
A blank garment from the Chef Designs line, offered in 2 colors and sizes S–5XL. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- Excellent for embroidery
- 65/35 polyester/cotton poplin at 4.7 oz/yd²
- 8-size run (S–5XL)
- ⚠ DTG printing: not recommended — Polyester-dominant fabric is a poor DTG substrate; choose DTF or screen printing instead.
- ⚠ Sublimation: conditional — test first.
Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.
Colors 2— Black
Black
White
Available sizes
Availability — Black
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | In Stock | — | |
| M | In Stock | — | |
| L | In Stock | — | |
| XL | In Stock | — | |
| 2XL | In Stock | — | |
| 3XL | In Stock | — | |
| 4XL | In Stock | — | |
| 5XL | Inventory Unavailable | — |
Last inventory sync: July 28, 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
- 65/35 polyester/cotton poplin
- Fabric weight
- 4.7 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- broadcloth
- Yarn
- Not stated
- Construction
- Not stated
- Label
- Not stated
- Cut for
- Not stated
- Fit
- Not stated
- Sizes
- S–5XL
- Colors
- 2
- Country of origin
- Honduras
- 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
Not Recommended
Polyester-dominant fabric is a poor DTG substrate; choose DTF or screen printing instead.
- Water-based DTG ink absorbs poorly into polyester and can wash out — pretreat and test.
- Non-flat broadcloth surface reduces DTG detail.
Embroidery
Excellent
Structured broadcloth holds stitches cleanly — the classic embroidery surface.
- 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
Fit category not stated · sizes S–5XL.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 27 5/8 | 28 | 28 1/4 | 28 5/8 | 29 29 1/4 | 29 5/8 | 29 7/8 | 30 1/4 |
| Chest Circumference | 42 1/2 | 46 1/2 | 50 1/2 | 54 1/2 | 57 1/2 | 60 1/2 | 63 1/2 | 66 1/2 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 4.7 oz./yd², 65/35 polyester/cotton poplin
- Full gripper snap front
- Square hem bottom
- Left chest pocket
Country of origin
Made in Honduras.
Shown for the White colorway; origin can vary by color and production run.
Recommended applications
- Hospitality →
Built for kitchen and front-of-house programs.
Similar alternatives
- · Same fabric: 65/35 polyester/cotton poplin
- · Similar weight (4.75 vs 4.7 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (5 vs 4.7 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (4.25 vs 4.7 oz)
- · Covers S–5XL
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (4.25 vs 4.7 oz)
- · Covers S–5XL
Terms used on this page
- 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.
- Poplin
- Poplin is a lightweight plain-weave fabric with fine crosswise ribs, prized for its smooth, crisp hand on dress shirts and camp shirts.