Fig. I — Glossary · Updated June 2026

Fleece vs French Terry

Fleece and French terry are both knit fabrics, and the difference is the inside. Fleece is brushed into a soft, fuzzy pile, so it's warmer, heavier, and cozy. French terry leaves the inside as unbrushed loops, so it's lighter, smoother, and more breathable — closer to a midweight sweatshirt than a winter hoodie.

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Fig. II — The Short Version

The Short Answer

  • i

    Both start as knit fabric; the difference is how the inside — the back of the knit — is finished.

  • ii

    Fleece is brushed into a soft, fuzzy pile inside, which makes it warmer, heavier, and cozier.

  • iii

    French terry leaves the inside as unbrushed loops, which makes it lighter, smoother, and more breathable.

  • iv

    Fleece is the classic cold-weather feel; French terry suits spring layers and a structured look.

  • v

    French terry's flatter face can give crisper prints; fleece is plush but prints well too.

  • vi

    Bayou's blank pullover fleece and sweatshirts are a flat $1.50 a unit, the same in every size and pack.

"It's all about the inside: brushed pile runs warm, looped terry runs light."

— The Press Room, Bayou Blanks
Fig. III — Side By Side

Fleece vs French Terry

Both make a great hoodie. The inside finish is what sets the warmth, weight, and feel apart.

Fleece vs French terry
AttributeFleeceFrench terry
Inside finish 5.3–6.0 ozBrushed, fuzzy pile Unbrushed loops
Warmth 5.3–6.0 ozWarmerLighter, breathable
Weight 5.3–6.0 ozHeavier Mid-weight
Feel 5.3–6.0 ozPlush, cozy Smooth, structured
Best season 5.3–6.0 ozCold weather Spring and layering
Print face 5.3–6.0 ozSoft, slightly textured Flatter, crisp
Fig. IV — Our Picks

Blank Hoodies & Fleece, Ready to Print

Pullover fleece and crew sweatshirts on the floor in Hattiesburg, sold by the pack. Prices shown per unit — no account.

Fleece
Fleece · Pullover Hoodie

Blank tee

A classic fleece pullover hoodie — warm, plush, and print-ready at a flat $1.50/unit.

Adult sizes

Deep Stock
Fleece · Pullover

Blank tee

Our deepest-stock pullover fleece, sold by the pack at a flat $1.50/unit.

Adult sizes

Crew
Sweatshirt · Crew

Blank tee

A midweight crew sweatshirt with a clean face for prints, a flat $1.50/unit.

Adult sizes

Hoodie
Pullover Hoodie

Blank tee

A pullover hoodie ready to print at one flat per-unit price, no account.

Adult sizes

We mostly stock pullover fleece and crew sweatshirts — all print-ready at a flat $1.50/unit, the same in every size and pack. Stock varies, so styles can sell through.

Fig. V — From The Press Room

Frequently Asked

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What's the difference between fleece and French terry?

It's the inside of the knit. Fleece is brushed into a soft, fuzzy pile, so it's warmer and heavier. French terry leaves the inside as unbrushed loops, so it's lighter, smoother, and more breathable.

Is French terry warmer than fleece?

No. Fleece is warmer — the brushed pile traps more heat, which is why it's the classic cold-weather hoodie. French terry is lighter and more breathable, better for spring or layering.

Which is better for hoodies?

It depends on the use. Fleece is best for cozy, cold-weather hoodies and sweatshirts; French terry is best for lighter, more structured layers and warmer weather. Both take prints well.

Is French terry good for printing?

Yes. Its flatter, smoother face can hold crisp prints with clean edges. Fleece prints well too, but its plusher surface is slightly more textured under the ink.

Does Bayou sell fleece or French terry blanks?

Mostly pullover fleece and crew sweatshirts, all print-ready and sold by the pack at a flat $1.50 a unit, the same in every size and pack — no account. Stock varies, so styles can sell through.

Fig. VI — Why Bayou

Why Buy Your Blanks From Bayou

Per-Unit Pricing

The real cost per shirt: a flat $1.50 a unit, the same in every size and pack. Shown up front, no account.

80,000+ In Stock

Deep overstock across tees, fleece, and more — S–5XL — with new pallets landing weekly.

Ships From Hattiesburg

Packed and shipped from our Mississippi warehouse — central, fast, and real people on the floor.

Open To Anyone

No account, no resale certificate, no business required — buy a single pack at the same per-unit price.

Fig. VIII — Start Your Run

Print on a hoodie that fits the season.

Blank pullover fleece and sweatshirts a flat $1.50 a unit, the same in every size and pack, no account, inspected and shipped from Hattiesburg.