Material Composition | Outdoor activities, casual wear | Industry: 300 GSM cotton-polyester blend (common in basic hoodies) Our Base: 450 GSM organic cotton fleece (GOTS certified) ▲ (50% thicker) Our Advanced: 450 GSM recycled polyester-cotton blend (ISO 14024) ▲▲ (30% recycled) | Base: Soft, warm, and eco-friendly. Advanced: Reduces environmental impact. | Advanced: Slightly less stretchy. Base: Heavier than standard materials. |
Weight & Warmth | Cold climates, layering | Industry: 300–350 GSM (minimal insulation) Our Base: 450 GSM fleece (ISO 9073-1) ▲ (30% warmer) Our Advanced: 500 GSM quilted lining ▲▲ (50% warmer) | Base: Superior warmth for casual wear. Advanced: Ideal for extreme cold. | Advanced: Bulky fit. Base: Less durable than heavier tiers. |
Waterproofing | Rainy commutes, outdoor adventures | Industry: Non-waterproof (no DWR) Our Base: Basic DWR (passes AATCC 22-2017 spray test) ▲ (resists light rain) Our Advanced: 5,000mm water column (ISO 9860) ▲▲ (withstands heavy rain) | Base: Light rain protection. Advanced: Fully waterproof for harsh weather. | Advanced: Adds bulk. Base: Ineffective in heavy rain. |
Fit & Silhouette | Casual styling, layering over thick shirts | Industry: Regular fit (narrow sleeves) Our Base: Dropped shoulders (+2cm width) ▲ (relaxed comfort) Our Advanced: Boxy cut (+4cm sleeve width) ▲▲ (oversized trend) | Base: Comfortable for daily wear. Advanced: Maximizes streetwear appeal. | Advanced: Bulky under jackets. Base: Less structured. |
Durability & Pilling Resistance | Frequent wear, active lifestyles | Industry: Moderate pilling (ASTM D3512 Level 3) Our Base: High resistance (ASTM D3512 Level 4) ▲ (reduces fluff) Our Advanced: Extra durable (ASTM D3512 Level 5) ▲▲ (maintains appearance) | Base: Minimal pilling. Advanced: Long-lasting quality. | Advanced: Requires gentle washing. Base: Still pills slightly. |
Customization Flexibility | Personal branding, promotional items | Industry: Basic screen printing only Our Base: 4 methods (screen, digital, etc.) ▲ (versatile designs) Our Advanced: Premium options (puff, embossed) + 10+ colors ▲▲ (intricate logos) | Base: Affordable customization. Advanced: High-end branding solutions. | Advanced: Longer production time. Base: Limited color choices. |