The blank is the foundation, the print is the paint. A good print on a thin blank looks wrong once worn.
| Blank | Look for |
|---|---|
| Weight | heavy, structured, not limp |
| Fit | boxy body, cropped-ish length where the reference is |
| Ribbing | thick cuffs and hem, recovering after stretch |
The heavyweight tees thread explains tiers in blanks. What do people check first: print or blank?