From the founder of American Apparel, the 1801 is a thick, garment-dyed tee built for the boxy streetwear look.
Specs
| Weight | 6.5 oz/yd² (about 220 GSM) |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 100% cotton, garment-dyed |
| Fit | Boxy, slightly cropped |
| Construction | Made in the USA |
| Sizes | XS-3XL |
| Colors | 30+ |
| Best print methods | Screen printing, DTF, embroidery |
| Price tier | $$$: premium |
Specs from the manufacturer’s published product information; heather and blended colors can differ. Price tiers compare typical wholesale prices.
Why pick it
- Premium heavyweight streetwear feel
- Made in the USA
- Great boxy silhouette
Think twice if…
- Expensive
- Boxy cut isn’t for everyone
Who it’s for
Streetwear and premium brands that want a heavyweight, made-in-USA blank.
Fit notes
The 1801 is cut boxy and slightly cropped with dropped shoulders: the streetwear silhouette. If your customers expect a classic fit, they may want to size down; if they want an oversized look, true to size works.
Printing tips
The dense, heavy fabric takes screen printing, DTF and embroidery beautifully. Because it’s garment-dyed, order all shirts in one batch for the most consistent color.
Frequently asked questions
Is Los Angeles Apparel made in the USA?
Yes: it manufactures in Los Angeles.
Printed on the Los Angeles Apparel 1801?
Notes from readers
Printed on the Los Angeles Apparel 1801? How did it take the print, and how did it wash? The first good one goes right here.
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How it compares
| Blank | Weight | Fabric | Fit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Apparel 1801 | 6.5 oz/yd² | 100% cotton, garment-dyed | Boxy, slightly cropped | $$$ |
| Comfort Colors 1717 | 6.1 oz/yd² | 100% ring-spun cotton, garment-dyed | Relaxed | $$$ |
| Hanes Beefy-T 5180 | 6.1 oz/yd² | 100% cotton | Classic | $ |
