If you've spent more than five minutes looking for high-quality blank t-shirts, you've heard the name. Comfort Colors 1717.
It's the shirt everyone seems to be obsessed with. But is it actually worth the hype (and the extra cost)? Or is it just good marketing?
We print thousands of these at PixelPrint.la every month. We've seen them fresh out of the box, we've seen them after 50 washes, and we've seen them misprinted and ruined. We know this shirt inside and out.
Here is our honest, shop-floor review of the Comfort Colors 1717 (also known as the C1717).
The Specs (For the Nerds)
- Weight: 6.1 oz (This is heavy. A standard tee is ~4.5 oz).
- Fabric: 100% Ring-Spun Cotton.
- Thread Count: 30 Singles (Soft feel).
- Fit: Relaxed / Slightly Oversized.
- Tags: Sewn-in Twill Label (Not tear-away).
Why People Love It
1. The "Crunchberry" Factor (Colors)
The main reason people buy the 1717 is the color palette. Most brands give you Red, Royal Blue, and Navy. Boring.
Comfort Colors gives you 56 options. And they aren't neon-bright; they are muted, dusty, and garment-dyed.
Top Sellers: Two specific colors fly off our shelves:
- Comfort Colors 1717 Pepper: It's not black. It's not charcoal. It's this perfectly faded, vintage dark grey that looks expensive.
- Comfort Colors 1717 Moss: An earthy, muted green that outdoor brands go crazy for.
2. The Structure (No Bacon Collar)
You know cheap shirts where the collar gets wavy and loose after one wash? That's called "bacon collar."
The 1717 has a double-needle, topstitched collar. It is thick. It stays flat. It looks structured under a flannel or jacket.
The Downsides (Yes, There Are Some)
1. It's Heavy.
If you live in 100-degree heat and want a breezy, paper-thin shirt, this ain't it. It's 6.1 oz. It's a blanket.
2. The Fuzz.
The garment-dye process agitates the cotton fibers. The surface is fuzzy. If you try to print fine detail or use DTG (Direct-to-Garment), it can look grainy. Screen printing is the only way to go.
Comfort Colors 1717 Size Chart
Does it fit true to size? Yes, but it's a "relaxed" fit. It's boxy. It's not a slim-fit fashion tee.
| Size | Width (Inches) | Length (Inches) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 18.5 | 27 |
| M | 20.5 | 28.5 |
| L | 22.5 | 30 |
| XL | 24.5 | 31.5 |
| 2XL | 26.5 | 32.75 |
| 3XL | 28 | 33 |
Final Verdict
If you are building a brand and want a shirt that feels premium and justifies a $30+ retail price, the Comfort Colors 1717 is the gold standard. Just don't try to use it for a marathon run in July.
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