Shown: Black
Chef DesignsStyle KT76 · Jackets & Vests
Black Traditional Chef Coat
A blank jacket from the Chef Designs line, offered in Black and sizes XS–5XL. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- Excellent for embroidery
- 65/35 polyester/cotton at 7.5 oz/yd²
- 9-size run (XS–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 1— Black
Black
Available sizes
Availability — Black
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | Low Stock | — | |
| S | In Stock | — | |
| M | In Stock | — | |
| L | In Stock | — | |
| XL | In Stock | — | |
| 2XL | In Stock | — | |
| 3XL | Limited | — | |
| 4XL | Limited | — | |
| 5XL | Low Stock | — |
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
- Fabric weight
- 7.5 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- Not stated
- Yarn
- Not stated
- Construction
- Not stated
- Label
- Not stated
- Cut for
- Not stated
- Fit
- Not stated
- Sizes
- XS–5XL
- Colors
- 1
- 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.
Embroidery
Excellent
Midweight-plus fabric supports dense stitch counts without distortion.
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 XS–5XL.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length Back | 29 5/8 | 30 | 30 3/8 | 30 3/4 | 31 1/8 | 31 1/2 | 31 7/8 | 32 1/4 | |
| Chest Width (Laid Flat) | 43 1/2 | 47 1/2 | 51 1/2 | 55 1/2 | 59 1/2 | 63 1/2 | 67 1/2 | 71 1/2 | |
| Sleeve Length | 32 3/8 | 33 1/2 | 33 7/8 | 34 5/8 | 35 3/8 | 36 1/8 | 36 7/8 | 37 5/8 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 7.5 oz./yd², 65/35 polyester/cotton
- Soil-release finish
- Double-breasted, with eight black pearl buttons
- Left chest pocket
- Vented cuffs
- Thermometer pocket on left sleeve
Country of origin
Made in Honduras.
Recommended applications
- Contractor apparel →
Heavyweight fabric stands up to jobsite wear.
- Hospitality →
Built for kitchen and front-of-house programs.
Similar alternatives
- · Same fabric: 65/35 polyester/cotton
- · Similar weight (7 vs 7.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (7 vs 7.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (7 vs 7.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (7.25 vs 7.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
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.