Dickies 1574 - Unisex Short-Sleeve Work Shirt - Silver Gray
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Description
The Dickies 1574 is a short-sleeve work shirt constructed from 5.25 oz 65/35 polyester/cotton twill with stain release and moisture-wicking finish. This is Dickies' most established work shirt silhouette, built for uniform programmes in automotive, industrial, maintenance, food service, and hospitality environments where a collared shirt is required and durability matters more than retail softness.
Two chest flap pockets with pencil division provide tool and pen storage. Non-break melamine buttons resist cracking in industrial laundering. The generous fit through shoulders and chest allows layering over thermals. A square tail hem works tucked or untucked. The 65/35 poly-cotton twill resists wrinkles, releases stains, and wicks moisture, holding a professional appearance through a full shift. Sizes run S-5XL.
For decoration, embroidery is the primary method for work shirts. The structured 5.25 oz twill face holds high stitch counts cleanly, and left-chest placement above the pocket flap is the standard position for company logos. DTF transfers bond firmly to the poly-cotton twill. Screen printing works on the flat back panel for large crew identification graphics; the 65% polyester content requires poly-block underbase and lower cure to prevent dye migration and scorching. DTG is not recommended on poly-majority twill.
- Brand: Dickies
- Style: 1574 (Unisex Short-Sleeve Work Shirt)
- Fabric: 5.25 oz, 65/35 polyester/cotton twill with stain release and moisture-wicking finish
- Construction: Two chest flap pockets with pencil division, non-break melamine buttons, generous fit, square tail hem, wrinkle-resistant
- Fit: Unisex, S-5XL
Order by the piece or by the case with no minimum. TheClothingSpace offers wholesale pricing on the Dickies 1574 with bulk discounts that increase with case and unit quantity, plus fast US shipping on stocked colours. The Dickies WS450 heavyweight work tee ($14.41) is a casual-fit cotton alternative for shops that do not require a collared shirt. For more work and uniform blanks, see our t-shirt collection.
Features
- 100% preshrunk cotton
- Made with sustainably and fairly grown USA cotton
- Seamless rib at neck
- Taped shoulder-to-shoulder
- Double-needle stitching throughout
- Tear-away label
- Quarter-turned to eliminate center crease
- 7/8" collar
- Classic fit
Shipping & Returns
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- UPS Ground (1-2 Business Days): $8.99
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Fill out the Blank Apparel Return Form within 30 days of the order date to be eligible for a refund or return.
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Decoration Method Compatibility
How this blank performs across popular decoration methods.
| Method | Compatible | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DTF Transfer | ✓ | Bonds firmly to poly-cotton twill. Consistent across full colour card. Back panel for large graphics. |
| Screen Print | ✓ | Poly-block underbase required. Lower cure to prevent migration from 65% poly. Back panel primary for crew ID. Bold designs. |
| Embroidery | ✓ | Primary method for work shirts. Structured twill holds high stitch counts. Left-chest above pocket flap. Cut-away stabilizer. |
| Vinyl/HTV | ✓ | Standard HTV at controlled temperature. Works for names and crew identification. |
| DTG (Direct to Garment) | ✗ | 65% polyester majority. DTG ink sits on surface without sufficient cotton fibre. Route to DTF or embroidery. |
| Water-based/Discharge | ✗ | 65% polyester prevents discharge. Not suitable for this body. |
| Sublimation | ✗ | 65/35 poly-cotton blend. Twill weave and cotton content prevent clean sublimation. Not recommended. |
Dickies Workwear Comparison
| Spec | Dickies WS450 | Gildan G380 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting At | $14.41 | $11.55 |
| Weight | 6.75 oz | 6.3 oz |
| Yarn / Fabric | 100% cotton jersey | 100% ring-spun cotton pique |
| Fit | Unisex relaxed | Unisex |
| Construction | Chest pocket with pencil divider, tagless, taped seams | Welt collar/cuffs, 3 buttons, pique knit |
| Best For | Casual-fit heavyweight cotton work tee | Cotton polo for casual professional environments |
Fabric Blend by Color Group
Not all colorways share the same fabric composition. Check the blend before ordering for decoration jobs where substrate matters.
| Color Group | Blend | Print Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| All Colours | 65/35 polyester/cotton twill, 5.25 oz | Embroidery primary, poly-block + lower cure for screen, DTF on back panel, DTG not recommended |