T-Shirt Types: Premium vs Softstyle vs Comfort Colors
Short Sleeve Tee Options
Most KGE Lifestyles Supply short sleeve tees fall into three main styles: Premium, Softstyle, and Comfort Colors garment-dyed. Here’s a quick breakdown so you can pick what fits your vibe.
"Premium" Tees – Bella+Canvas
- Side-seamed cut for a more modern, “fitted” look
- Brand: BELLA+CANVAS
- 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (heather colors contain polyester)
- Pre-shrunk fabric
- Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
- Sizes XS–5XL (3XL–5XL are in the BIG SIZE Collection)
- Very soft with a premium streetwear feel
"Softstyle" Tees – Gildan
- Tubular made classic tee
- Brand: Gildan
- 100% ring-spun cotton
- Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
- Sizes S–3XL
- Very soft
- Budget-friendly with a clean everyday style
Comfort Colors Garment-Dyed Tees
- Relaxed fit with a lived-in, vintage feel
- Brand: Comfort Colors
- 100% ring-spun cotton, garment-dyed for that washed look
- Heavier-weight fabric (great for that premium, broken-in vibe)
- Double-needle stitching for durability
- Perfect for graphic tees that feel “broken in” from day one
Note from the designer: For all shirts, wash in cold water and hang dry when possible. Using a “color guard” style detergent (some versions of Cheer or Tide have this) can help your prints stay sharper for longer.
Side-Seamed Tees vs. Tubular Tees
Side-seamed tees usually have a more fitted, modern shape. Tubular tees have a more classic, straight fit. Both are used across the store depending on the design and vibe.
