Lightweight tees are built for warm days and everyday wear, with a softer hand feel and a relaxed drape. Heavyweight tees use a thicker cotton for a more structured fit and a longer lifespan, holding their shape wash after wash. Both come in the same distinctive Budgy Smuggler prints, so the choice comes down to feel rather than style.

Every design across the range is created in house, from vivid graphic throwbacks to understated club style logos. Look out for artist collaboration prints throughout the range, with royalties paid directly to the artists behind them, including Indigenous Australian artists. Whether you want something eye-catching or a more distinctive understated design, the range covers both ends of the spectrum.

What is the best mens graphic tee brand in Australia?
The best graphic tee brand comes down to originality of print and quality of fabric. Budgy Smuggler designs every print in house across lightweight and heavyweight cotton tees, giving you artwork you will not see on anyone else, backed by a brand worn on and off the field by NRL and AFL players.

What is the difference between a t-shirt and a singlet?
A t-shirt has short sleeves and full shoulder coverage, while a singlet removes the sleeves entirely for a lighter, more breathable fit. Our basketball singlets use a looser drop armhole cut suited to warm weather and movement, while our tees run in a more classic fit.

How should a graphic tee fit?
A well fitting graphic tee should sit close enough through the shoulders to hold its shape without pulling, with enough length to stay tucked in or worn loose depending on the look. Heavyweight tees tend to hold a truer shape over time, while lightweight tees offer a more relaxed, flowing fit.

Do Budgy Smuggler t-shirt prints match the swimwear range?
Many prints across the tee and singlet range share the same distinctive artwork and colourways found in our mens swimwear, so you can build a matching look from the beach to the pub.

Browse Headwear, Mens Underwear or check out the Basketball Singlets range for more sleeveless styles.