Shaka Wear SHMHSS at a glance.
A compact guide to the fabric, fit, sizing, color, and production details decorators need before ordering Shaka Wear SHMHSS Max Heavyweight blanks.
The versatile max heavyweight streetwear blank.
Built for DTF transfers, screen printing, DTG, and streetwear brands. One of the heaviest blank Shaka Wear shirts available, this 7.5 oz tee has a boxy 90s fit with a slight drop shoulder, quarter-turned and densely knit for clean prints.
Key Specs
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Max Heavyweight
A full 7.5 oz of 100% USA cotton at 16 singles, one of the heaviest blank tees in the industry for a structured, durable feel.
Fabric Varies By Color
Solid colors are 100% USA cotton. Heather Grey is 90% cotton and 10% polyester. Charcoal Grey is 50% cotton and 50% polyester.
Slight Drop Shoulder
A forward-thrusted shoulder seam with a slight drop shoulder gives a boxy, slightly oversized 90s streetwear cut, finished with a 3% Lycra rib collar and shoulder-to-shoulder neck tape.
7.5 oz of 100% USA cotton at 16 singles, heavy-duty knit and quarter-turned for clean prints. One of the heaviest solid-color streetwear blanks in the industry.
Why brands rely on the Shaka Wear SHMHSS.
Six reasons the SHMHSS is a go-to max heavyweight blank for streetwear brands, DTF transfers, screen printing, and premium custom apparel.
7.5 oz max heavyweight
A full 7.5 oz of 100% USA cotton, one of the heaviest blank tees in the industry, for a structured, substantial, premium feel.
- 7.5 oz / 245-255 GSM, 16 singles
- Thick, durable, structured hand
No center crease
Quarter-turned during production to eliminate the center crease, giving a smooth, uninterrupted surface across the chest for large graphics.
- Quarter-turned, crease-free
- Ideal for full-front prints
Slight drop shoulder
A forward-thrusted shoulder seam with a slight drop shoulder gives the boxy, slightly oversized 90s streetwear silhouette brands are after.
- Forward-thrusted shoulder seam
- Boxy, slightly oversized cut
Heavy-duty knit surface
The heavy-duty knit 7.5 oz fabric gives a smooth, stable surface that holds sharp DTF, screen, and DTG prints.
- Great for DTF, screen, DTG
- Smooth surface for crisp detail
Reinforced construction
Shoulder-to-shoulder neck tape, double-needle stitched neck, sleeves, and bottom hems, plus a 3% Lycra rib collar keep the shape wash after wash.
- Double-needle, 1" stretch-proof collar
- Heavy-duty knit, holds shape
Ready to rebrand
A popular streetwear blank for private-label brands. Clean construction and a satin woven label make it easy to relabel as your own.
- Satin woven label, relabel-ready
- OEKO-TEX certified, USA cotton
Solid Colors · Bold Standard Tones
The Shaka Wear SHMHSS comes in solid, standard-dyed colors. Most colors are 100% USA cotton. Heather Grey is a 90/10 blend and Charcoal Grey Heather is a 50/50 blend.
★ SHMHSS Colors
DTF Dallas stocks seven core SHMHSS colors in Richardson: White, Black, Burgundy, Heather Grey, Navy, Red, and Royal. Order by 2 PM CST and in-stock colors ship out today. The full Shaka Wear range below is available to order.
Adult size chart.
All measurements are laid-flat garment dimensions in inches. The SHMHSS has a boxy 90s fit and runs slightly oversized, so it measures larger than a standard tee at each size. Available S to 5XL, with S to 2XL stocked in Richardson.
| Size | Chest Width | Body Length |
|---|---|---|
| S | 18" | 29" |
| M | 20" | 30" |
| L | 22" | 31" |
| XL | 24" | 31.5" |
| 2XL | 26" | 33" |
| 3XL | 28" | 35" |
| 4XL | 30" | 37" |
| 5XL | 32" | 39" |
Measurement note: Chest width is measured laid flat from underarm seam to underarm seam. Measurements are approximate and may vary slightly between production runs. Available S to 5XL, with S to 2XL stocked in Richardson.
SHMHSS printing: what works best.
How each major decoration method performs on the SHMHSS. The heavy-duty knit, quarter-turned surface is a premium canvas for DTF, screen, and DTG.
DTF (Direct-to-Film)
The heavy-duty knit surface holds DTF detail beautifully with a soft hand, and quarter-turning means no center crease to press over. Use standard cotton press settings and adjust for the Heather Grey and Charcoal Grey blends.
Screen Printing
Heavy-duty knit 100% USA cotton is ideal for plastisol and water-based inks, producing crisp, smooth prints with great coverage on a 7.5 oz canvas.
DTG (Direct-to-Garment)
100% cotton takes DTG well with sharp detail and a soft result. Solid standard-dyed colors give a stable, even base; pretreat dark colors for best ink vibrancy.
Water-Based Printing
Heavyweight cotton is great for soft-hand water-based inks that sink into the fabric, giving a soft, worn-in print feel on a 7.5 oz canvas.
Embroidery
The thick, dense 7.5 oz fabric is well suited to embroidery and supports dense stitch counts with a proper backing.
Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV)
Strong bond on heavyweight cotton. Pre-press to flatten the fabric and remove moisture before applying vinyl.
Plastisol Transfers
Handles plastisol transfers well on the stable, dense surface. Standard cotton settings apply for a durable, opaque print.
Puff Printing
The heavyweight body supports puff and dimensional prints well, a popular look on boxy 90s streetwear tees.
Embellishments / Patches
The thick, structured fabric is a strong base for woven patches, appliqué, and chenille for a premium streetwear finish.
Bleaching / Tie-Dye
The 100% USA cotton body takes bleach and tie-dye effects well on solid colors. Test one shirt first, since results vary by color, and skip the Heather Grey and Charcoal Grey blends.
Discharge Printing
Solid standard-dyed 100% cotton discharges well, giving a soft, dyed-in look with no ink layer. Test the exact color first, since discharge results vary by dye batch.
Sublimation
Sublimation needs polyester. Most SHMHSS colors are 100% cotton, so they will not take dye-sublimation. The 50/50 Charcoal Grey Heather may hold a faded, washed-out result. Use DTF or screen printing instead.
Recommended DTF print placements.
Where each print location works best on the SHMHSS max heavyweight tee, so you can plan finished shirts and not just blanks.
Left Chest
Best for: Logos, staff shirts, and small business uniforms where a clean, subtle mark works best.
Full Front
Best for: Brand merch, school shirts, and graphic tees that need a bold central design.
Back Print
Best for: Event shirts, team shirts, and promo shirts with sponsor or large artwork.
Sleeve Print
Best for: Premium detail, logo accents, and small upgrades that make merch feel finished.
Neck Label
Best for: Boutique and private-label brands adding a custom inside-neck print.
Blend colors, sizing, or print questions? Start here.
The SHMHSS is a 7.5 oz max heavyweight tee. Here is how to handle common fabric, print, sizing, and wash-care questions.
Heather Grey is 90% USA cotton and 10% polyester. Charcoal Grey Heather is 50% USA cotton and 50% polyester. All other SHMHSS colors are 100% USA cotton.
Lower the press temperature slightly on blends and test one shirt first. Polyester content can scorch at full cotton settings and may cause dye migration on dark blends.
The SHMHSS is designed with a boxy 90s fit that runs slightly oversized on the chest and length, with slightly oversized sleeves and a slight drop shoulder.
For a more fitted look, size down one size. For the intended boxy streetwear fit, take your normal size. Share the size chart up front.
The SHMHSS is 100% USA cotton at 7.5 oz. As with any 100% cotton tee, minor shrinkage on the first wash is normal.
Advise customers to wash cold and tumble dry low. Wash-test one shirt before a large decorated run so you can size accordingly.
Charcoal Grey Heather is a 50/50 cotton/polyester blend, and polyester dye can migrate into light-colored ink under press heat.
Use a low-bleed or blocker film on dark blends, press at a lower temperature for longer, and test one shirt before large runs.
The heavyweight 7.5 oz fabric can hold moisture, which affects transfer adhesion.
Pre-press 5-8 seconds to flatten and remove moisture before applying DTF or transfers. This gives a cleaner, more durable bond.
Most SHMHSS colors are 100% cotton. Sublimation requires polyester, so dye-sub ink will not bond to this fabric.
Use DTF, screen printing, or DTG for full-color designs on the SHMHSS.
The versatile heavyweight choice for streetwear and brand merch.
A max heavyweight blank with a boxy 90s streetwear silhouette in bold solid colors. These blank Shaka Wear shirts are a go-to for streetwear brands, premium merch, boutiques, events, and design studios.
StreetwearStreetwear & Fashion Brands
The 7.5 oz max heavyweight tee is a go-to blank for streetwear labels wanting a boxy 90s silhouette in bold solid colors.
Premium MerchPremium Brand Merch
Limited runs and premium merch where a substantial 7.5 oz feel and structured heavyweight hand elevate the finished piece.
BoutiquesBoutiques & Local Labels
Boutique apparel lines that want a max heavyweight tee with a boxy cut and a wide range of solid colors up to 5XL.
EventsEvents & Tour Merch
Concerts, pop-ups, and tour merch where a max heavyweight tee feels like a keepsake people actually want to wear.
StudiosDesign & Print Studios
Print shops and studios that want a quarter-turned, crease-free heavyweight canvas for high-end client work and brand projects.
Build a complete drop with matching Shaka Wear styles.
Pair the SHMHSS with the wider range of Shaka Wear shirts in the Max Heavyweight family: tall and long sleeve versions of this tee, the garment-dyed and drop shoulder tees, oversized and cropped tees, tie-dyed and reverse tees, muscle tees, and the 9.0 oz designer tee for complete heavyweight collections.
SHGDDGarment-Dyed Drop Shoulder
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SHGDGarment-Dyed Tee
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SHMHOMax Heavyweight Oversized Tee
SHMCSMax Heavyweight Cropped Tee
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SHGDLSGarment-Dyed Long Sleeve
SHMOLMax Heavyweight Oversized Long Sleeve
SHTDSSMax Heavyweight Tie-Dyed Tee
SHGMTGarment-Dyed Muscle Tee
SHGRSGarment-Dyed Reverse Tee
SHGDN9.0oz Garment-Dyed Designer Tee
SHMHSSTTall Max Heavyweight Short Sleeve
SHMHLSMax Heavyweight Long Sleeve
SHMHLSTTall Max Heavyweight Long Sleeve
SHMHSS vs SHGD Garment Dye: what are the differences?
Two Shaka Wear 7.5 oz max heavyweight tees. Both are 100% USA cotton at 16 singles. The difference comes down to the dye process and the resulting color look.
Bold standard colors
Vintage washed tones
Forward-thrusted seam
Standard set-in seam
Wide size range
Widest size range
Boxy 90s streetwear
Washed, lived-in tones
Quick Rule of Thumb
Choose the SHMHSS for bold solid colors and a boxy 90s cut with a slight drop shoulder. Choose the SHGD for garment-dyed vintage washed tones and a set-in shoulder. Both are premium 7.5 oz USA cotton.
Shaka SHMHSS vs. Bayside 5100.
Two USA-made heavyweight crew neck tees. The SHMHSS is a heavier 7.5 oz streetwear blank at 16 singles; the Bayside 5100 is a lighter 6.1 oz open-end yarn workwear classic.
Shaka Wear SHMHSS
A 7.5 oz USA cotton tee at 16 singles with a boxy 90s fit, a slight drop shoulder, and a 3% Lycra rib collar, built for streetwear and premium merch.
Bayside 5100
A 6.1 oz pre-shrunk USA cotton tee with open-end yarn and a classic full-cut fit, built for durable workwear and everyday bulk runs.
Max heavyweight
Classic heavyweight
Finer yarn, smoother hand
Coarser, durable hand
Slight drop shoulder
Classic straight silhouette
1" stretch-proof collar
Standard rib collar
Wide size range
Wide size range
Heavy, structured feel
Durable everyday tee
Quick Rule of Thumb
Choose the SHMHSS for a heavier 7.5 oz tee at 16 singles with a boxy streetwear cut. Choose the Bayside 5100 for a lighter 6.1 oz open-end yarn tee with a classic full-cut fit. Both are made in the USA.
Shaka SHMHSS vs. other popular tees.
See how the SHMHSS compares across fabric weight, fit, feel, and best use.
| Brand & Style | Weight | Feel & Fit | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaka Wear SHMHSS | 7.5 oz | Solid dyed, boxy 90s fit | Streetwear merch, bold color runs |
| Shaka Wear SHGDD | 7.5 oz | Garment-dyed, oversized drop shoulder | Premium streetwear drops, brand merch |
| Shaka Wear SHGD | 7.5 oz | Garment-dyed, boxy crew neck | Retail, vintage washed merch |
| Los Angeles Apparel 1801GD | 6.5 oz | Garment-dyed, boxy heavyweight fit | Premium USA-made streetwear, print shops |
| Bayside 5100 | 6.1 oz | Open-end yarn, classic full cut | Durable workwear, everyday bulk runs |
| Gildan 2000 Ultra Cotton | 6.0 oz | Heavy cotton, classic structured fit | Durable bulk, workwear, events |
| DigiPrint Acid Wash Oversized | 180 GSM | Acid wash, oversized vintage fit | Distressed streetwear, retro merch |
*Fabric and fit vary by brand. These are heavyweight and oversized blanks spanning solid dyed, garment-dyed, open-end yarn, and acid wash constructions. At 7.5 oz the SHMHSS sits at the top of the weight range, and it is the solid-dyed option among the three Shaka Wear tees listed here.
Not quite the right blank for your order?
Classic garment-dyed: try Comfort Colors 1717 for a 6.1 oz garment-dyed classic-fit tee with a huge vintage color range.
Budget heavyweight: try Gildan 5000 for a 5.3 oz heavy cotton workhorse on budget bulk, events, and uniforms.
Premium retail feel: try Bella + Canvas 3001 for a 4.2 oz Airlume cotton blank with the DTG industry benchmark print surface.
Soft value blank: try Gildan 64000 for a 4.5 oz soft ring-spun tee at a value price with a modern fit.
Need printed shirts instead?
Our Shaka Wear SHMHSS bulk blanks are sold unprinted. For designed, printed, and ready-to-wear shirts, visit our custom t-shirt printing service.
What to know before ordering Shaka Wear SHMHSS.
Stocked in Richardson, TX for Dallas-Fort Worth orders.
Order Shaka Wear SHMHSS max heavyweight blank t-shirts online for local pickup, DFW-area fulfillment, or fast nationwide shipping. Same-day pickup is available at 903 N Bowser Rd, Suite 250, Richardson, TX 75081.