Why did we choose a 240g/m² embroidered T-shirt?
A perfect balance between style, comfort, durability... and high standards
At Maison Plumarius , every detail counts.
From the embroidered design to the choice of fabric, nothing is left to chance. And if we chose a weight of 240g/m² for all our embroidered T-shirts, it is not by chance, but because it is the best compromise between solidity, breathability, style and longevity .
🧵 What is the weight of a T-shirt?
The weight (expressed in g/m² , grams per square meter) indicates the thickness and density of the fabric . The higher the number, the heavier, thicker, and more durable the fabric.
But more is not always better: you have to find the right balance between resistance, drape, comfort and breathability .
📉 What you find on the market: 97% of T-shirts are too thin
Our research – across industry, suppliers and customers – has shown that around 97% of T-shirts sold commercially are between 120g/m² and 180g/m² .
Why? Because these T-shirts are cheaper to produce : less cotton, less material, easier to fold, ship, and stack.
But they have many disadvantages:
- They quickly lose their shape when washed.
- They wrinkle easily
- They relax at the collar, shoulders and seam
- They tear faster with embroidery or wear
- They lack hold : the drape is soft, shapeless, unflattering
👉 In summary: more economical for the brands, but not for you , who have to buy them more often.
💨 And above 240g/m²? Too heavy, too hot
At the other extreme, some very heavy T-shirts can reach 270g/m² or more .
While they are more durable, they are also much less breathable and can quickly become uncomfortable to wear , especially in summer:
- The fabric lacks flexibility
- It traps heat
- It gives a feeling of thickness which weighs down the silhouette
- It is more rigid , which limits the fluidity of movement
✔️ Why 240g/m² is the best option
After years of experience in luxury houses , and in discussions with our suppliers and our own embroiderer artisans , we have come to the same conclusion:
👉 240g/m² is the ideal weight for a high-end embroidered T-shirt.
Here's why:
✅ Better fit and structure
The fabric doesn't cling to the body, maintaining a beautiful line and a clean drape. It offers an elegant silhouette, without transparency or "cheap" effect.
✅ Resistance to washing
It doesn't shrink, stretch , or twist in the wash. A collar that stays straight, sleeves that stay neat... even after hundreds of washes.
✅ Perfect for embroidery
A thin fabric will tear due to the tension of the threads. A fabric that is too thick will make the embroidery stiff.
At 240g/m², we obtain the perfect density to firmly fix the embroidery , without deforming or weighing it down.
✅ Comfort and breathability
Despite its thickness, the cotton we use remains naturally breathable . It lets air through, regulates humidity, and remains comfortable to wear even in summer .
🧶 At Maison Plumarius, nothing is left to chance
Every 100% cotton 240g/m² embroidered T-shirt we produce is the result of testing, field feedback, and an obsession with detail.
✔️ It lasts over time
✔️ It keeps a clean silhouette
✔️ It is comfortable to wear
✔️ It enhances embroidery
✔️ It corresponds to our values of responsible and sustainable fashion
✨ In summary
Weight | Benefits | Disadvantages |
---|---|---|
120–180 g/m² | Light, inexpensive | Deforms quickly, transparent, poor hold |
240 g/m² | 👍 Perfect balance: solid, breathable, clean | Much more expensive to produce, but much more sustainable |
260+ g/m² | Very dense, resistant | Too heavy, not very breathable, less comfortable for everyday use |
And you, what do you choose?
A T-shirt that sags after 3 washes, or an embroidered T-shirt that lasts for years ?
At Maison Plumarius, we have chosen the 240g/m² embroidered T-shirt , because we believe in fashion that lasts, breathes, and has style .