What GSM Should a Men's Shirt Fabric Be?

Understanding GSM

GSM (grams per square meter) indicates fabric weight. For men's shirts:

• Dress Shirts: 120-150 GSM – lightweight, breathable, crisp.
• Casual Shirts: 130-160 GSM – slightly heavier for durability.
• Heavyweight: 160+ GSM – for winter or workwear.

We do not quote one GSM number for the whole catalog. Fabric weight is specified per style when the order is confirmed: AC-RS-006 is currently listed at $42.25 with an MOQ 1 (no minimum) (no minimum) and its fabric specification (composition and weight) is issued with the quotation, not published as a catalog-wide figure. If GSM is the deciding factor for your market, ask for the spec sheet of the exact SKU before you compare prices - two shirts at the same price can feel completely different in the hand.

Why GSM Matters

Higher GSM offers more opacity and structure, while lower GSM is cooler. We can customize fabric weight based on your market needs.

Why we do not publish a single GSM for the catalog

GSM is a property of one fabric lot, not of a brand. The same style can be produced at 130 or 160 GSM depending on which mill's poplin is used, and the price moves with it. Publishing one number for 663 styles would be a number nobody can check. What we publish instead is what is checkable per order: the style, the listed USD price, the MOQ (1 piece on 653 of 663 styles) and the lead time (7-15 days in stock, 25-45 days OEM).

When you need a specific weight, state it in the inquiry as a range (for example 130-150 GSM) plus the destination market. The mill can usually hit the range on the next production run; if it cannot, we will tell you before the sample, not after the bulk.

Ordering facts (2026-10-22)

• Minimum order: 1 piece, no minimum
• Price: USD per piece, catalog range US$19.90-759.90
• Free shipping over US$49
• Dispatch 1-2 business days, delivery 7-12 days
• 14-day returns, hygiene seal intact
• Plain packaging, no branding outside
• Payment: PayPal