Product Overview
The Fruit of the Loom Classic 80/20 set-in sweatshirt is a dependable staple of the modern workplace. Engineered with a balanced blend of cotton and polyester, this medium-weight garment is designed to withstand the daily demands of a professional environment while maintaining its shape and comfort. The 100% cotton face provides a smooth, consistent surface that is technically ideal for both printing and embroidery, ensuring your company branding is presented with clarity and precision.
Key Features
Cotton and Lycra ribbing: The neck, waist, and cuffs are reinforced with Lycra, which provides excellent stretch and recovery, ensuring the sweatshirt does not become baggy after repeated use.
Twin-needle stitching: This detail on the armholes, neck, and hem provides reinforced seams that are less likely to pull apart under physical stress, extending the lifespan of the garment.
Single Jersey shoulder-to-shoulder taping: Internal taping along the shoulder seams offers a smooth finish against the skin and prevents the garment from stretching out of shape across the upper body.
Extensive sizing: With options ranging from Small to 5XL, this sweatshirt allows for a uniform appearance across an entire workforce, regardless of individual size requirements.
Design & Performance
This sweatshirt is constructed for performance. The medium-weight fabric offers a soft interior for heat retention during colder shifts, while the 80/20 blend ensures the material is breathable and hard-wearing. The set-in sleeve design provides a more structured and formal silhouette compared to raglan styles, making it suitable for client-facing roles where a tidy appearance is necessary.
The durability is further enhanced by the twin-needle stitching on high-stress areas. By reinforcing the armholes and hem, the garment can handle the repetitive movements associated with manual labour or active service roles without compromising its integrity. The fabric's shape retention properties mean it looks just as professional at the end of a shift as it did at the start.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
For businesses looking to enhance their corporate identity, the SS200 is an exceptional canvas. Embroidery is highly recommended for creating a sophisticated, professional appearance. The fabric's weave is dense enough to support intricate logos and text on the chest or sleeves without puckering.
Alternatively, for large-scale graphics or promotional designs on the back, our high-quality printing processes produce vibrant and durable results. Our expert team in Telford has been handling professional customisation since 1976, ensuring that your branding is applied with the technical expertise that nearly fifty years of experience provides.
Use Cases
This sweatshirt is a versatile choice for various sectors, including logistics, light industry, and retail. It serves as an excellent layering piece for tradespeople working in unheated environments or as a primary uniform for warehouse staff who require freedom of movement. Its clean, classic design also makes it a popular choice for event staff and delivery personnel.
Why MyWorkwear
MyWorkwear has been a specialist in the trade since 1976. Operating from our facility in Telford, we combine traditional expertise with modern technology to provide workwear that lasts. We understand the importance of a professional appearance, and we treat every garment with the care and attention to detail that your business deserves.
Practical Advice
The classic fit of this sweatshirt is true to size, but we recommend consulting our size guide for precise measurements to ensure a comfortable fit. If you work in an environment where you need to layer several garments underneath, you may find that selecting one size larger provides better mobility. Please note that the Dark Heather Grey colourway features a slightly different fabric composition to achieve its specific textured look.
Caring for your product
To ensure your sweatshirt remains in peak condition, we recommend a domestic machine wash at 40°C. Washing at this temperature effectively removes work-related dirt while protecting the garment's fibres and ensuring your custom branding remains vibrant.
Do not use bleach on this garment. Harsh bleaching agents will compromise the fabric's strength and cause permanent damage to the colour and your embroidered or printed logo. When drying, use a low-heat tumble dry setting to prevent unwanted shrinkage, or air dry for the best long-term results.
If ironing is required, use a low heat setting (one dot) and always iron the garment inside out. This protects the outer face of the fabric and prevents any direct heat damage to your printed or embroidered designs. Finally, do not dry clean this sweatshirt, as the chemicals used in that process can be too aggressive for the cotton-polyester blend.
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