Description

The Gildan Heavy Blend™ Hooded Sweatshirt (18500) is a classic, dependable hoodie built for comfort, durability, and everyday wear. Made with a soft cotton‑poly blend and upgraded MVS Air‑spun yarns, it offers reduced pilling, a smoother print surface, and long‑lasting performance. Perfect for teams, events, workwear, and custom branding.

   ✨ Features

• 8 oz 50/50 cotton‑polyester fleece (20 singles)
• Select heather colors: 60/40 polyester/cotton
• Safety Green meets ANSI/ISEA 107 high‑visibility standards
• New MVS Air‑spun yarns for reduced pilling & smoother printing
• Classic fit
• Double‑lined hood with color‑matched drawcord
• 1x1 rib with spandex for stretch & recovery
• Front pouch pocket
• Tear‑away label
• Proud member of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol
• Made with OEKO‑TEX® certified low‑impact dyes

CUSTOM BRANDING OPTIONS

🧵 Embroidery

Clean, durable, and professional — ideal for left‑chest logos.

🎨 Screen Printing

Perfect for bold, simple artwork and larger quantity orders.

🔄 Digital Transfers

Best for multi‑color logos, gradients, and detailed artwork.

DIGITAL ARTWORK SUPPORT

Logo cleanup, color matching, layout optimization, and mockups included.

Pros and cons

• Sustainably produced
• Ideal for everyday use
• May discolor in direct sunlight