Personalised Gildan Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt
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The Gildan GD57 Heavy Blend™ Hooded Sweatshirt is a comfortable everyday hoodie available plain or personalised with your own image. Its classic fit, drop-shoulder styling and soft brushed interior make it a practical layer for workwear, uniforms, clubs, teams, merchandise, events and casual wear.
How do I personalise this hoodie?
Select the Personalised option, upload your image on this product page and choose your print placement. Your image will be applied using DTF (direct-to-film) printing, and a design preview will be sent to you by email before printing.
Prefer an unprinted hoodie? Choose Plain, then select your preferred colour and size.
What fabric is the hoodie made from?
The hoodie is made from 50% cotton and 50% polyester. Coloured fabric weighs 280gsm, while white fabric weighs 270gsm. Air-jet yarn provides a smoother feel while helping to reduce pilling, and the soft brushed interior adds comfort for everyday wear. The garment is suitable for printing and embroidery.
Fit and design features
- Classic fit with drop-shoulder styling for comfortable everyday wear.
- Double-lined hood with a matching, self-coloured drawcord for additional warmth.
- Spacious front pouch pocket for convenient storage.
- Ribbed cuffs and hem with spandex to help retain the hoodie's shape.
- Tubular body construction.
- Durable twin-needle stitching for regular wear.
- Tear-out label for easy rebranding.
What sizes are available?
The Gildan GD57 Heavy Blend™ Hooded Sweatshirt is available in sizes S, M, L, XL and 2XL, with a choice of colours. Check the size guide for chest measurements before choosing your size.
Will I receive a preview before printing?
Yes. For personalised hoodies, a preview showing your uploaded image and selected placement will be sent by email before printing.
Print locations
Choose up to 2. Left and right are from the wearer's perspective.
Artwork should be a transparent PNG, 300+ DPI, up to 100MB. Artwork Guidelines
For alternative print placements or sizing requests, please leave details in the order notes. Requests are subject to garment suitability.
Please supply artwork for every selected location before adding to cart.
All prices include VAT.
Upload your artwork as a 300dpi transparent PNG at actual print size. We check every file before printing. View Artwork Guidelines
Product details
Maximum print sizes
- Front: 290 x 300mm
- Back: 290 x 300mm
- Chest: 100 x 100mm
Care
Wash inside out at a maximum of 40°C using a non-biological detergent. Do not tumble dry. Do not iron directly on the print.
Artwork requirements
Upload a transparent PNG at 300+ DPI, set to your final print size (up to 100MB). View Artwork Guidelines.
Size guide
| Size | Chest to fit (in) | Chest to fit (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 34-36 | 86-91 |
| M | 38-40 | 97-102 |
| L | 42-44 | 107-112 |
| XL | 46-48 | 117-122 |
| 2XL | 50-52 | 127-132 |
Measurements are approximate and provided for guidance only.



