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Fleecewear Products

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7. Fruit of the Loom Sofspun Hooded Sweat Shirt
The 7.2-ounce, 50/50 cotton/polyester preshrunk jersey fabric is a lighterweight micro-stripe fleece style  Style SF77R features a front media pocket
 Contrast-jersey hood lining, neck tape and drawcord with tearaway label
 Two-ply hood with aluminum grommets  Adult sizes S-3XL available in
four colors
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8. Gildan Heavy Blend Adult Hooded Sweat Shirt
Style 18500  Made of 50% cotton/50% polyester  Features 1×1 ribbing for
shape retention and double-needle stitching on the shoulders, armholes,
neck, cuffs and waistband  Sizes S-5XL available in 34 colors  Youth
companion style also available

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9. Landway Fleece Ladies' Montara Fleece Jacket
Style 8852  Made of 380g brushed micro fleece  Features contrast flatlock
stitching throughout and a storm flap  Available in sizes XS-3XL
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10. Cotton Heritage French Terry Collection
Includes crew-neck style M2430  Pullover and full-zip hood styles also
available  Lighter-weight fabric drapes better for a clean and casual fit,
according to the company  Made of 65/35 cotton/polyester  Tearaway label
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11. MONAG Fleece Hoodies
Available in infant, toddler and youth styles  Hooded pullover is made of
60% cotton/40% polyester  Features rib cuff on sleeve and bottom and
classic pouch pockets with topstitched hood  Superior print surface,
according to the company  Available in fall- and spring-inspired colors

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12. J. America Ladies' EPIC Sherpa ¼-Zip
Style 8451  Made of 9.5-ounce, high-loft 100% polyester Sherpa fabric
 Features ¼-zip placket and self-fabric collar, set-in sleeves and side-seam
waist vents  Sizes S-2XL available in five colors
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and color pops consumers seek. That's why
brands will continue to supply soft, lightweight products with crossover capability.
In 2018, retro styles, in addition to diversity in fabrics, textures and treatments, will
continue. "As fleece continues to transition
from the athletic field into the runway and
the boardroom, this will remain prevalent,"
Edwards says. "Mark Zuckerberg and his gray
tees and black hoodies are a great example
of how fleece can transition [into] all usage
occasions."
And where does all the attention on the
lightweight trend leave the category moving
forward? "Heavyweight [fleecewear] is anything but dead," Champion's Spivey says. "In
fact, heavyweight fleece is resonating with
Millennials."
That's why brands like Champion will continue to take advantage of the movement. In
fact, Spivey says its Champion Reverse Weave
styles are on fire in the wholesale printables
world and at retail. "After almost 80 years,

it just never goes out of style."
Fleecewear will remain a mainstay among
today's fashion-conscious consumer. "Fleece
can go from your favorite outer layer on a cold
blustery day, to a warm layer on the beach
with shorts, and then [become] an essential
summertime layer for the over-air-conditioned
office or perfect for your post-workout routine," Next Level's Seymour says. "Think of
it as your favorite T-shirt becomes your favorite sweat shirt." 
Michael J. Pallerino is an award-winning writer
who has written for a number of national consumer and trade publications. For more information
or to comment on this article, email Michael at
mpallerino@gmail.com.

Fleece garments such as Next Level
Apparel's unisex mock-twist raglan
hoodie can be used in athleisure and
lifestyle markets. Photo courtesy of
Next Level Apparel.
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Impressions - August 2017
Contents
First Impressions
From the Show Director
Overheard
First Look
Scene at ISS
On Design
Fleecewear Lightens the Load
Trending in the Branding World
Breaking DTG Boundaries
Shop Talk
Embroidery Technique
Screen Printing Graphics & Design
Direct-To-Garment
Heat Printing
Ad Index/Online Directory
Classifieds
Impressions - August 2017 - CT1
Impressions - August 2017 - CT2
Impressions - August 2017 - Impressions - August 2017
Impressions - August 2017 - Cover2
Impressions - August 2017 - 1
Impressions - August 2017 - Contents
Impressions - August 2017 - 3
Impressions - August 2017 - 4
Impressions - August 2017 - 5
Impressions - August 2017 - First Impressions
Impressions - August 2017 - 7
Impressions - August 2017 - From the Show Director
Impressions - August 2017 - 9
Impressions - August 2017 - 10
Impressions - August 2017 - Overheard
Impressions - August 2017 - 12
Impressions - August 2017 - 13
Impressions - August 2017 - 14
Impressions - August 2017 - 15
Impressions - August 2017 - First Look
Impressions - August 2017 - 17
Impressions - August 2017 - 17a
Impressions - August 2017 - 17b
Impressions - August 2017 - Scene at ISS
Impressions - August 2017 - 19
Impressions - August 2017 - 20
Impressions - August 2017 - On Design
Impressions - August 2017 - Fleecewear Lightens the Load
Impressions - August 2017 - 23
Impressions - August 2017 - 24
Impressions - August 2017 - 25
Impressions - August 2017 - Trending in the Branding World
Impressions - August 2017 - 27
Impressions - August 2017 - 28
Impressions - August 2017 - 29
Impressions - August 2017 - 30
Impressions - August 2017 - Breaking DTG Boundaries
Impressions - August 2017 - 32
Impressions - August 2017 - 33
Impressions - August 2017 - 34
Impressions - August 2017 - 35
Impressions - August 2017 - Shop Talk
Impressions - August 2017 - 37
Impressions - August 2017 - Embroidery Technique
Impressions - August 2017 - 39
Impressions - August 2017 - 40
Impressions - August 2017 - 41
Impressions - August 2017 - Screen Printing Graphics & Design
Impressions - August 2017 - 43
Impressions - August 2017 - 44
Impressions - August 2017 - Direct-To-Garment
Impressions - August 2017 - 46
Impressions - August 2017 - 47
Impressions - August 2017 - Heat Printing
Impressions - August 2017 - 49
Impressions - August 2017 - 50
Impressions - August 2017 - 51
Impressions - August 2017 - Ad Index/Online Directory
Impressions - August 2017 - Classifieds
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Impressions - August 2017 - Cover3
Impressions - August 2017 - Cover4
Impressions - August 2017 - IO1
Impressions - August 2017 - IO2
Impressions - August 2017 - IO3
Impressions - August 2017 - IO4
Impressions - August 2017 - IO5
Impressions - August 2017 - IO6
Impressions - August 2017 - IF1
Impressions - August 2017 - IF2
Impressions - August 2017 - IF3
Impressions - August 2017 - IF4
Impressions - August 2017 - IF5
Impressions - August 2017 - IF6
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https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/202002
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/202001
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201912
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/dd_2019
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201910
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201909
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamactive_2019fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201908
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/20190607
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201905
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201904
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201903
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamactive_2019spring
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201902
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201901
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201812
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/dd_2018
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201810
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201809
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2018fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201808
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201806
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201805
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201804
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201803
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2018spring
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201802
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201801
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201712
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201710
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201709
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201708
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2017fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/20170607
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201705
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201704
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201703
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2017spring
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201702
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201701
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/sportsfanretailer
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201612
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201610
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201609
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201608
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2016fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/20160607
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201605
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201604
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201603
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2016spring
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201602
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201601
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/sportsfanretailer_201512
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201512
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/digitaldecorator_2015fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201510
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201509
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201508
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2015fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/20150607
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/digitaldecorator_2015summer
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/sportsfanretailer_201506
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201504
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201503
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2015spring
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201502
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201501
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/sportsfanretailer_201412
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201412
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201410
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/sportsfanretailer_2014fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201409
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/201408
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2014fall
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https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/impressions/teamspirit_2014spring
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