The Empire Journal

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• streetwear quality

What makes a heavyweight t-shirt worth the extra money?

A heavyweight t-shirt (230–320 gsm) lasts 3–5 years with proper care. A standard 150 gsm shirt rarely survives 18 months. Here’s why fabric weight is the only number that matters...