What Does A T-Shirt Weigh?

Have you ever wondered how much ow much your t-shirt weighs? Most of us take off all of our clothing to weigh so we can reduce the amount we weigh, but exactly how much are we saving by removing our t-shirts?

If you also ponder odd things like that, let’s explore t-shirts and see if we can discover some of their mysteries.

How Much Does A T-Shirt Weigh?

The average t-shirt weighs between 3 and 6 ounces.

Since the first t-shirt was produced for the Wizard of Oz in 1939 people in the United States, and all over the world have had a steadily growing love for this article of clothing.

They are comfortable, they are easy to wear, and they are usually not very expensive.

Lightweight cotton which is the most frequently used material in t-shirt production weighs about 2 ounces for each square yard.

Medium weight cotton weighs about twice that much at 4 ounces per square yard.

The thicker heavyweight cotton weighs in at about 6 ounces per square yard.

The weight of these articles of clothing changes with the fabrics they are made from, and their style.

Long sleeve shirts weigh more than the simple short-sleeved variety that is so popular. If you add a collar or a pocket to the article of clothing then you also increase the weight.

If you do embroidery work to add a logo or decoration to the piece then you also add additional weight to the garment.

Is taking your shirt off going to save you a lot when you step on the scales? Not really, but you know we are still going to do it because every ounce matters when it is weighed in time.

Underwear to Outerwear

T-shirts were worn before 1930 but they were worn as underwear. They were not worn out in public without another article of clothing covering them.

Back then these articles of clothing were known as “Skivvies” and “Jim Shirts”. Of course, the ones that were worn for underwear also weighed a lot less than the ones that are now worn as outerwear.,

The original undergarment\ t-shirt weighed between 1.5 ounces and 2 ounces.

The Transition

As you might know when a celebrity wears something, eats something or drives something then other people want to wear, eat and drive the same thing. This is actually a form of flattery.

The t-shirt was not a real popular item until James Dean and Marlon Brando (tough guys of the silver screen) were seen wearing them. One look at James Dean in the infamous solid white t-shirt and jeans and that outfit became the most popular male attire for years to come.

Ladies Wear

In the beginning, t-shirts were for men only.

They were male undergarments, and then after Brando and Dean started wearing them in public they became part of a male fashion statement.

It actually took decades before the ladies received their opportunity to wear these comfortable articles of clothing.

Did You Know

Datta Phuge possesses a t-shirt worth almost $250,000. It has 3 kilograms of solid gold in it.
There is a t-shirt that is 300 feet in length and 200 feet in width.
Cotton is the most popular t-shirt fabric and polyester is the second most popular.
June 21^st is international t-shirt day.
1200+ t-shirts can be made from just one acre of cotton.
You could circle the earth with 56 million t-shirts.
Most Americans own at least 10 t-shirts.
One of the most collected items in the United States is t-shirts with logos, sayings and special event information printed on them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Does A Heavy T-Shirt Weigh?

The heavier t-shirts weigh at least six ounces.

How Much Does A T-Shirt Weigh in Grams?

About 128 grams for a standard t-shirt.

Are All T-Shirts Made From 100% Cotton?

The materials used in creation of t-shirts varies greatly, so no, not all of them are 100% cotton.