It's the question we get asked more than any other. Simple Tee or Slouch Tee? Both are 100% GOTS certified organic cotton, both are made in our own production units, and both take a print beautifully. But they feel and wear completely differently, and the right one really comes down to what you're making merch for.
So whether you're kitting out your staff, printing tees for an event, or launching your first merch drop, here's how to choose.
The quick answer
- Choose the Simple Tee 302 if you want a clean, classic fit that works on every body in the room. Think staff uniforms, corporate events, fun runs and community days.
- Choose the Slouch Tee 303 if you want something that feels like fashion. Think gig and festival merch, brand drops and anything people will buy because they actually want to wear it.
Side by side
Measurements below are for a size Large, measured flat.
| Simple Tee 302 | Slouch Tee 303 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Classic regular fit | Oversized box fit |
| Weight | 180gsm | 220gsm |
| Chest | 60cm | 65.5cm |
| Length | 77cm | 75cm |
| Shoulder | Slight drop shoulder | Big drop shoulder |
| Neckline | Higher, neater neck | Wider neck with a 2.1cm rib |
| Hem | Coverstitch | Blind stitch |
| Sizes | XS to 3XL | XS to 3XL |
| Feels like | Your everyday go to | Your favourite oversized tee |
Same model, two fits. Left: Simple Tee 302 in Charcoal. Right: Slouch Tee 303 in Undyed.
Both are double needled on the neck and seams and taped shoulder to shoulder, so they hold their shape wash after wash. Want every measurement in every size? It's all on our Simple vs Slouch fit guide.
When to choose the Simple Tee
The Simple Tee is the one that just works. It's a clean, classic shape with a slightly dropped shoulder, so it looks relaxed without swamping anyone. At 180gsm it's breathable enough for a Queensland summer and still has that quality feel the second you put it on.
It's our pick for:
- Staff uniforms. Cafés, retail, wellness studios, salons. It looks sharp, it's comfortable for a full shift, and it sits neatly under an apron or an overshirt.
- Corporate events and conferences. When you're ordering for a big group with every body shape and age, a regular fit is the safest bet. Nobody feels like they're wearing a tent.
- Fun runs, charity events and community days. Light, breathable and easy to move in.
- Churches, schools and clubs. A clean staple that suits everyone from the teenagers to the grandparents.
- Classic, minimal brands. If your brand is more refined than streetwear, the Simple Tee says that.
When to choose the Slouch Tee
The Slouch Tee is the one people fall for. It's our best seller, and once you put one on you'll see why. It's oversized and boxy with a big drop shoulder, a wider body and sleeves that finish around the elbow. At 220gsm it has real weight to it, and the blind stitch hem gives it a clean finish that feels more like a fashion piece than a basic.
It's our pick for:
- Music, gig and festival merch. The kind of tee people queue up to buy at the merch desk.
- Brand launches and merch drops. If you're selling it, the Slouch is the one that makes people reach for their wallet.
- Lifestyle, surf and fashion brands. It suits that relaxed, oversized look perfectly.
- Big, bold graphics. That wider body gives your artwork room to breathe, especially for oversized back prints.
- Merch people will actually keep. Heavy, soft and structured. This one doesn't end up in the rag pile.
Quick guide by occasion
- Staff uniform: Simple Tee
- Corporate event or conference: Simple Tee
- Fun run or charity day: Simple Tee
- Festival or gig merch: Slouch Tee
- Brand launch or merch drop: Slouch Tee
- Retail merch to sell: Slouch Tee (or both, see below)
- Team tees for a creative studio: Slouch Tee
Sizing for a group
This is where a lot of event orders go a bit wrong, so here's what we tell people.
- The Simple Tee fits true to size. If you're ordering for a crowd you haven't measured, it's the easier choice. Most people will know their size straight away.
- The Slouch Tee is meant to be roomy. It's 5.5cm wider across the chest than the Simple in the same size. If someone wants it less oversized, they can go down a size.
- Collect sizes before you order. A quick form to your team or attendees saves a lot of swapping later. Point them to our size guide so they can measure a tee they already love.
Colours
The Simple Tee comes in the core colours that work for uniforms and corporate merch: Antique White, Black, Charcoal, Riverside Blue and Undyed.
The Slouch Tee leans a bit more fashion: Antique White, Undyed, Pastel Lilac, Blush, Hibiscus, Woodland Green and Chocolate Plum. Black is coming soon too, which is great news for band and gig merch.
Need a colour that matches your brand exactly? Through our made to order service we can dye either tee to your Pantone. See the full range on our colour chart.
Can't decide? Do both
Honestly, a lot of our customers do. A really popular combo is the Simple Tee for staff and volunteers, and the Slouch Tee as the merch you sell on the day. Same print, two fits, and everyone's happy.
Why your event merch should be organic
Here's the thing about event tees. So many of them get worn once and end up in a drawer, or worse, in landfill. That's a waste of your money and your branding.
A tee made from GOTS certified organic cotton feels better, lasts longer and gets worn again and again. Which means your logo gets seen at the beach, the shops and the school pickup for years, not just on the day. It also tells people your business cares about how things are made, and ours are made in our own production units in Vietnam and Bangladesh, by teams we know personally. You can read more on Our Commitment page.
Merch people keep is merch that works.
Ready to order?
- Printing it yourself or through a decorator? Both tees are available as in stock blanks. Printers and embroiderers can apply for a trade account.
- Want your own colour, labels and finishes? Our made to order service starts from 150 units per style and colour.
- Not sure on print method? Have a read of Screen printing vs DTG vs DTF.
Still torn? Come and feel them both at our showroom in Cooroy, or get in touch and tell us about your event. We'll point you to the right tee.