Comfort Colors 1717 Blank T-Shirt for DTF Printing
The Comfort Colors 1717 Garment-Dyed T-Shirt is the premier blank for custom apparel programs that demand a vintage, lived-in aesthetic. Its 6.1 oz 100% ring-spun cotton construction is garment-dyed and pigment-dyed after production — giving each color a naturally weathered, soft texture and subtle tonal variation that mass-produced blanks cannot replicate. Available in sizes S through 4XL across 15 colorways at DTF Jersey, the 1717 is the standard blank for boutique brands, premium merch drops, and custom apparel programs where the garment itself needs to communicate quality before anyone looks at the print.
Key Features of the Comfort Colors 1717
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6.1 oz 100% ring-spun cotton — garment-dyed after construction for a vintage, pigment-washed finish
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Natural tonal variation in each colorway — no two garments are identical, consistent with the garment-dye process
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Oversized, relaxed fit with a slightly boxy silhouette for a modern retail aesthetic
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Soft-washed texture with a lived-in hand feel from the first wear
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Ribbed collar with cover-stitched detail for structural durability
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Available in 15 colorways: Black, White, Ivory, Pepper, Moss, Espresso, Graphite, Bay, Blossom, Blue Jean, Blue Spruce, Grey, True Navy, Navy, Chambray
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Sizes S through 4XL
The Premium Blank for Boutique Brands and High-End Custom Apparel
The 1717 is what independent brands and boutique apparel labels reach for when they want the garment to do as much work as the print. The garment-dye process produces colors that feel broken in and authentic — Moss reads differently from Forest Green, Espresso lands differently from Dark Chocolate, and Blossom has a quality that no standard dyed cotton can match. For NJ and NY-area brands building direct-to-consumer custom apparel lines, these distinctions matter because they separate boutique products from bulk custom merchandise.
DTF transfers adhere cleanly to the 1717's ring-spun cotton surface, producing full-color results that complement rather than fight the garment's texture. The slightly oversized, relaxed fit has become a preferred silhouette in the current retail market — which means the 1717 functions as both a print vehicle and a fashion-forward product in its own right.
Compatible Printing and Decoration Methods
The Comfort Colors 1717 accepts the following decoration methods:
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DTF transfers — recommended for full-color and photo-quality designs
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Screen printing (discharge and plastisol)
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Embroidery
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Heat transfer vinyl
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DTG printing
Order Comfort Colors 1717 Blank T-Shirts at DTF Jersey
DTF Jersey carries the Comfort Colors 1717 in all 15 colorways across sizes S through 4XL. Order blanks for your boutique brand or premium custom apparel program. Shipping throughout New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and the full Northeast.
All Blank orders of $200 or more are shipped FREE same day via UPS Ground. Blank orders under $200 will qualify for the following shipping options:
UPS Blank Apparel Shipping (2-4 Business Days): $9.95
UPS Ground (1-2 Business Days): $16.95
UPS Standard Overnight (1 Day): $39.95
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Fill out the Blank Apparel Return Form within 45 days of receiving your order to submit a request for a refund or return.
Note: All blank orders shipped outside of the continental US are not eligible for return, exchange, or refund.
Warm your heat press to 280-300 F / 155-160 C
Medium pressure for 9-13 seconds.
Pressure 6 KG
Allow 10 seconds to cool before peeling
Cold Peel / Hot Peel
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A heavyweight blank with a lived-in vintage feel.
The 1717 is the boutique standard for garment-dyed tees. 6.1 oz 100% ring-spun US cotton, soft-washed and pigment dyed for a faded look, with a relaxed fit that reads as premium streetwear, not a basic promo tee.
What colors does the 1717 come in?
Vintage pigment-dyed tones like Blue Jean, Pepper, Bay, and Moss are what put the 1717 at the center of streetwear and boutique lines. A palette built for the lived-in, sun-washed look.
Shade note: The 1717 is pigment and reactive garment-dyed, so every shade varies slightly piece to piece. That variation is part of the vintage look and is normal for the style. Always test press color and print on your exact colorway first.
Special order: The Comfort Colors 1717 is offered in a very wide garment-dyed range beyond our stocked colorways. These shades are not held in regular stock at DTF Jersey, and all are 100% ring-spun cotton. Because they are garment-dyed, exact shade varies piece to piece. Contact us to confirm current availability and lead time before ordering.
It turns a print into a product people pay for.
When someone wears a 1717 it does not read as a printed promo shirt. The heavyweight cotton, the soft-washed garment-dyed color, and the relaxed vintage fit put your custom work in the same conversation as boutique streetwear. For Northeast brands, that is a higher price point and a customer buying a garment, not just a graphic.
Heavyweight, soft-washed, and built to last.
At 6.1 oz the 1717 is one of the heavier tees on the market, and the ring-spun US cotton gives it a smooth, substantial face. Soft-washing and garment dyeing leave it broken-in on day one, with a clean print surface and a lived-in softness customers notice right away.
The cut is a relaxed fit with a seamless tubular body for that classic vintage shape, and twill-taped neck and shoulders plus double-needle hems keep it durable through repeated wear and wash.
How the 1717 takes ink, transfers, and heat.
Garment-dyed colors vary shade to shade, so always test your exact color first and confirm settings for your specific transfer. More help in the DTF Jersey FAQs.
DTF printing and care for the 1717.
The 100% ring-spun cotton face of the Comfort Colors 1717 is well suited to DTF (direct-to-film) transfers. A finished DTF transfer is applied with a heat press, and the smooth cotton surface gives the ink an even base to bond to.
Applying DTF transfers to the 1717
General pressing guidance for a clean, durable bond on garment-dyed cotton:
- 1Use a flat heat press for even, consistent pressure across the whole design.
- 2Follow the temperature, time, and pressure recommended by your transfer supplier, since settings vary by film and adhesive.
- 3Pre-press the shirt briefly to remove moisture and flatten wrinkles before applying the transfer.
- 4Peel the carrier film as directed for your specific transfer, hot or cold peel.
- 5Because the 1717 is garment-dyed, shade varies piece to piece, so test press color and print on your exact garment first.
Handheld presses can work for small one-off designs, but a dedicated flat heat press is recommended for bulk and full-size prints where even pressure matters. Always confirm exact settings with your DTF transfer supplier or the DTF Jersey FAQs.
Keeping a printed 1717 looking right
To help a DTF-printed Comfort Colors 1717 hold up over time, general care guidance is:
- ✓Wait at least 24 hours after pressing before the first wash.
- ✓Turn the shirt inside out before washing to protect the print surface.
- ✓Wash in cold water on a gentle cycle to protect both the print and the garment-dyed color.
- ✓Tumble dry low or hang to dry, and avoid high heat on the printed area.
- ✓Do not iron directly over a transfer.
Because the 1717 is pre-shrunk during the garment-dye and wash process, it has almost no shrinkage at home, which keeps sizing consistent across reorders and uniform programs. Follow the care label and your transfer supplier guidance for best results.
Adult size chart
| Size | Chest Width | Body Length |
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| S | 18.25" | 26.6" |
| M | 20.25" | 28" |
| L | 22" | 29.4" |
| XL | 24" | 30.75" |
| 2XL | 26" | 31.6" |
| 3XL | 27.75" | 32.5" |
| 4XL | 29.75" | 33.5" |
Measuring: Approximate laid-flat dimensions (chest width is half the full chest). Length runs from the highest shoulder point to the hem; chest is measured seam to seam below the armhole. Fit: The 1717 runs as a relaxed heavyweight cut and is pre-shrunk with almost no shrinkage at home. Customers wanting a closer fit may prefer to size down. Availability can vary by stock level.
Build the order around the same garment-dyed family.
Round out a vintage-look apparel program with pocket tees, long sleeves, tanks, crewnecks, and hoodies from the broader Comfort Colors range, all in matching garment-dyed shades. Availability varies; contact us to confirm a style before ordering.
6030Heavyweight Adult Pocket T-Shirt
6014Heavyweight Adult Long Sleeve Tee
4410Heavyweight Long Sleeve Pocket Tee
9360Heavyweight Adult Tank
1745Heavyweight Color Blast Tee
3023CLHeavyweight Women's Boxy Tee
6045Heavyweight Pocket T-Shirt
9018Youth Heavyweight Tee
1745YYouth Heavyweight Color Blast Tee
Mixing styles in one order? Pair the 1717 with pocket tees, long sleeves, tanks, and hoodies for a full garment-dyed apparel run. Tell us the styles and quantities and we will confirm stock and pricing.
Shop Blank Apparel →A heavyweight blank for print shops and brands alike.
Streetwear & vintage brands
The heavyweight cotton and faded garment-dyed color turn a custom print into a finished garment customers buy as a product, opening a higher price point.
Premium DTF print shops
A smooth cotton surface and a boutique feel make the 1717 a confident upsell from basic blanks on full-color DTF and repeat custom orders.
College, band & event merch
Soft-washed colorways like Blue Jean, Pepper, and Brick are the go-to look for comfort-color campus tees, tour merch, and reunion apparel.
Creators & boutique drops
Heavyweight and broken-in with a vintage look that makes a limited creator drop feel worth a premium price rather than a giveaway tee.
Comfort Colors 1717 vs Bella Canvas 3001.
Two premium 100% cotton blanks, two different looks. The Comfort Colors 1717 is the heavyweight garment-dyed vintage pick; the Bella Canvas 3001 is the lightweight modern-fit blank built for the sharpest prints.
When the garment itself needs a faded, broken-in look. Heavyweight ring-spun cotton, soft-washed garment dyeing, and a relaxed fit for streetwear and boutique drops.
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Stocked in Elmwood Park for the Northeast.
Order Comfort Colors 1717 blanks online for local pickup, NJ-area fulfillment, or fast shipping across the region. Pickup is available at 495 Mola Blvd, Unit #8, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407.
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The 1717 here is sold blank. For designed, printed, ready-to-wear shirts, head to our custom apparel collection.
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