Shown: Heather Bay Blue
Next LevelStyle 9002 · Sweatshirts
Unisex Malibu Crewneck Sweatshirt
A blank crewneck sweatshirt from the Next Level line, offered in 8 colors and sizes XS–3XL. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- Excellent for embroidery
- 60/40 cotton/polyester fleece at 7.4 oz/yd²
- Fair Labor Association
- Tear-away label for rebranding
- ⚠ Sublimation: not recommended — Cotton-dominant fabric does not bond sublimation dye.
Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.
Colors 8— Heather Bay Blue
Heather Bay Blue
Heather Black
Heather Cardinal
Heather Grey
Heather Midnight Navy
Heather Military Green
Heather Teal
Oatmeal
Available sizes
Availability — Heather Bay Blue
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | In Stock | Available | |
| S | In Stock | Available | |
| L | In Stock | Available | |
| XL | Limited | Available | |
| 2XL | Limited | Available | |
| 3XL | In Stock | Available |
Last inventory sync: July 12, 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
- 60/40 cotton/polyester fleece
- Fabric weight
- 7.4 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- fleece
- Yarn
- Not stated
- Construction
- Not stated
- Label
- Tear-away label
- Cut for
- Unisex
- Fit
- Relaxed
- Sizes
- XS–3XL
- Colors
- 8
- Country of origin
- El Salvador
- Sustainability
- Fair Labor Association
Decoration compatibility
VisePrint guidance derived from this garment's stated fabric and construction — not manufacturer claims.
Screen printing
Good
Blended fabric prints reliably; match the ink system to the dominant fiber.
- Dye-migration risk on polyester content — use a low-bleed or poly-specific ink system and cure at lower temperatures.
- Textured fleece surface — expect some ink gain; a higher-mesh screen and an underbase help keep edges clean.
DTF transfer
Good
Compatible with this fabric type at correct press temperature and pressure.
- Lofted fleece surface — press with slightly higher pressure for full transfer contact.
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.
- Non-flat fleece surface reduces DTG detail.
Embroidery
Excellent
Midweight-plus fabric supports dense stitch counts without distortion.
- Lofted fleece — a water-soluble topping keeps small lettering from sinking.
Heat transfer
Good
Standard HTV and transfers apply well at the correct temperature for this fiber mix.
Sublimation
Not Recommended
Cotton-dominant fabric does not bond sublimation dye.
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
Relaxed fit, cut for unisex wear · sizes XS–3XL.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 29 3/4 | 30 1/4 | 30 1/4 |
| Chest Width (Laid Flat) | 18 1/2 | 20 | 21 1/2 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 29 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 7.4 oz./yd² (US), 12.4 oz./L yd (CA), 60/40 cotton/polyester fleece
- Relaxed fit
- 1x1 ribbed neck, cuffs and hem
- Locker patch
- Tear away label
- Responsible Supplier: this product was made in a facility that is FLA certified
Country of origin
Made in El Salvador.
Shown for the Heather Bay Blue colorway; origin can vary by color and production run.
Recommended applications
- Premium merchandise →
Retail-tier cut and hand.
Similar alternatives
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (7.6 vs 7.4 oz)
- · Relaxed fit
- · Same fabric: 60/40 cotton/polyester fleece
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Covers XS–3XL
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (7.8 vs 7.4 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (7.5 vs 7.4 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.
- Fleece
- Fleece is a knit fabric with a brushed, napped interior that traps warm air, forming the base of hoodies, crewnecks, and sweatpants.
- Relaxed Fit
- Relaxed fit adds extra ease through the chest and body beyond a classic cut, without going as wide or long as an oversized silhouette.
- Locker Patch (Half-Moon Patch)
- A locker patch, or half-moon patch, is a curved fabric panel sewn at the inside back neck of a garment, a construction cue often paired with small embroidery.
- Tear-Away Label
- A tear-away label is a neck or side-seam tag stitched along a single perforated line so it pulls out cleanly by hand for private labeling.