You pull your favorite tee over your head. It fits right, feels good, and makes you look like you didn’t try too hard—but definitely tried a little.
But ever stopped to wonder what it’s actually made of?

Cotton? Polyester? A mysterious blend of both?

Let’s break it down in plain English—no textile degree needed.

 

🧵 Cotton vs. Blends: What Are We Even Talking About?

Cotton
A natural fiber. Breathable, soft, kind to skin. You’ve probably been wearing it since kindergarten and didn’t even know it. 100% cotton feels cozy and familiar, like Sunday mornings.

Blends
Usually cotton is mixed with synthetic fibers like polyester. These are engineered for performance—less shrinking, less wrinkling, more stretch. Basically, if cotton is your dependable friend, blends are the one who brings snacks and always has a backup plan. 

The Comfort Test

Cotton wins.
It’s soft, breathable, and feels great on the skin—especially in warmer weather. It absorbs moisture like a sponge (sometimes too much), but overall, it’s the MVP of comfort.

Blends fight back with sweat-wicking powers, making them great for gym days or unpredictable weather.

👉 Verdict: For lounging, layering, or just living—cotton’s your go-to. For active days, blends might have the edge.

🧺 Laundry Days & Longevity

Cotton is... high maintenance.
It shrinks. It wrinkles. And if you don’t wash it right, it might fade on you like a bad relationship.

Blends are low-drama.
They’re durable, dry fast, and don’t throw tantrums in the wash.

👉 Verdict: If you treat your tees like royalty—cotton. If you toss everything in one load and pray—go with blends.

🌱 What About Sustainability?

Cotton feels greener, especially if it’s organic. It breaks down naturally and doesn’t shed microplastics.

Blends, especially polyester-heavy ones, are petroleum-based and take decades (or more) to decompose. But recycled poly blends do exist—and they’re getting better.

👉 Verdict: Go with organic cotton if you care about the planet—or look for brands that use ethical blends with recycling in mind.

👕 Look, Feel, and That ‘Something Special’

Cotton looks relaxed, matte, and natural. Perfect for that "I woke up like this" energy.

Blends have more structure, often a subtle sheen, and can cling or stretch just enough to flatter. Think: elevated casual.

👉 Verdict: Want an easy going vibe? Cotton. Want a crisp, styled look? Blend.

🧠 TL; DR

You Want...                                               Pick This...

All-day comfort                                         100% Cotton

Low-effort laundry & wear                        Cotton-Poly Blend

Planet-friendly fashion                              Organic Cotton

Activewear or gym clothes                        Blends (with poly)

A lived-in, soft vibe                                    Cotton

Shape retention & stretch                         Blends

 

The Caelus Take

At Caelus, we only use 230 GSM 100% cotton for our tees—because we believe premium comfort should be felt in every thread. No blends, no shortcuts. Just heavy, breathable cotton that holds its shape, softens over time, and lasts through seasons.

We keep it simple. High-quality fabric, timeless fits, and designs that don't scream for attention but never go unnoticed.

Because your favorite shirt shouldn’t just feel good—it should be good.

And now that you know what makes great fabric? You’ll feel it every time you wear Caelus.