style, sizing and care into

I only print on high-quality US-made clothing (though not for patriotic reasons!) that is not made in sweatshops. Most of it is from American Apparel, a progressive (but not perfect, their advertising is problematic) company based in Los Angeles. They pay fair, living wages to their workers and do great work. I'm also now using union-made shirts from The Union Jean Company, another company doing good work and treating their workers fairly.

You may not realize that most of the clothing you see in stores is produced by companies that use sweatshop labor. All of the big brands do. I will not support those companies nor will I support any mill that uses cheap labor overseas. I'm always looking for new clothing companies to use, but so far AA and UJ are the only ones that meet my criteria.

Keep in mind that this apparel is much more expensive for me to buy, I can get sweatshop-made shirts for as low as $1 each (brand names that I am sure you are very familiar with) but I simply will not use those shirts. When you see shirts being sold elsewhere for very cheap, guess what, they're cheap because they were made by exploiting people, mainly women, in developing countries around the world (and in the US as well). If you are not quite certain what sweatshops really are, please read about the issue.

Measurements

I offer every possible size I can get in a given style. I think it would be terribly unfair if I didn't. The XXL to 4XL sizes do cost me a little more to buy, so what I generally do is split the price difference - you pay half and I pay half. I think that's fair.

The measurements may vary a bit and all the shirts stretch so if you're close you'll probably be happy. The best thing to do is to measure your favorite-fitting shirt! Lay your shirt flat on a table and measure it like the charts below. That's how I got the first measurements in the charts, the second ones (the ones in parentheses) are body measurements, the all-the-way-around measurements that you'd make with a flexible tape measure. If you want a looser-fitting shirt go a size up.

All the measurements on this page are in centimeters. If you're a imperial sort of person (not most people in the world are!) you can go here to view a imperial version of this page (via a clever script I wrote that converts the measurements on the fly!).

The girly shirts are sized for 'women' and the unisex shirts are sized for 'men', though of course they'll fit anyone (I can wear a medium in style 2001 or a XL in style 2102, for example). Keep that in mind when you pick a size! Use the actual measurements to find the right size for you. The measurements may vary slightly!

Most of the shirts are 100% cotton, the 6311 Sheer Jersey and the undies are 5% spandex. Remember that cotton fabric will shrink if you wash it in hot water. Please follow the care and washing instructions!

All the shirts and undies are made by American Apparel except for the 1001 Unisex-T which is made by The Union Jean Company.

what style would you like? Photos!American Apparel Girly HoodieAmerican Apparel Unisex HoodieAmerican Apparel Unisex Pull-over Hoodie Photos!Union Jean Unisex-TPhotos!American Apparel Boy BriefAmerican Apparel Thong American Apparel Unisex Ringer American Apparel Unisex Long Sleeve T American Apparel Unisex-T American Apparel Sheer Jersey Tank Top American Apparel Muscle-T American Apparel Girly Raglan Long Sleeve American Apparel Longsleeve Girly-T American Apparel Girly-T

2102 Girly Fine Jersey T-Shirt2102

This is like the 'femme' version of a standard t-shirt. It's got more of a fitted cut and it doesn't have that potato-sack drape like those 'beefy' t-shirts. It snuggles you up gently instead of just hanging on your shoulders like an annoying boyfriend.

Note that the Girly T's are shorter in length than the Unisex T's.

Sizes available: S, M, L, XL

  Small Medium Large Extra Large XXL
fits sizes 0-4 4-8 8-12 12-16 16-18
bust 40 cm (81 cm) 41 cm (83 cm) 46 cm (93 cm) 48 cm (99 cm) 50 cm (101 cm)
waist 38 cm (76 cm) 40 cm (81 cm) 45 cm (91 cm ) 48 cm (96 cm) 49 cm (99 cm)
length 56 cm 61 cm 64 cm 66 cm 73 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2102 photos

 

 

2307 Girly Fine Jersey Long Sleeve T-Shirt2307

This the same as the 2102 t-shirt, just with long sleeves!

Sizes available: S, M, L, XL

 

  Small Medium Large Extra Large
fits sizes 0-4 4-8 8-12 12-16
bust 40 cm (81 cm) 43 cm (86 cm) 45 cm (93 cm) 50 cm (99 cm)
waist 38 cm (76 cm) 41 cm (81 cm) 45 cm (91 cm ) 49 cm (94 cm)
length 56 cm 58 cm 58 cm 64 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2307 photos

 

 

2322 Girly Raglan Long Sleeve T-Shirt2322

If you made a hoodie out of a long-sleeved fine jersey t-shirt and then cut off the actual hood, you'd have this shirt (sorta). It's definitely not as thick as hoodies usually are though, it's still a t-shirt. And how totally cute, there's a little pocket on the front! It's also a raglan, which means just means it's put together a little differently at the shoulder. Look at the picture!

Note that these shirts are shorter in length than the same size Girly-T (2102).

Sizes available: S, M, L, XL

  Small Medium Large Extra Large
fits sizes 0-4 4-8 8-12 12-16
bust 40 cm (81 cm) 43 cm (86 cm) 45 cm (93 cm) 50 cm (99 cm)
waist 38 cm (76 cm) 41 cm (81 cm) 45 cm (91 cm ) 49 cm (94 cm)
length 49 cm 51 cm 53 cm 56 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2322 photos

 

 

2165 Girly Fine Jersey Muscle T-Shirt2165

You know, so you can show off your arms.

Sizes available: S, M, L, XL

  Small Medium Large Extra Large
fits sizes 0-4 4-8 8-12 12-16
bust 38 cm (81 cm) 40 cm (86 cm) 43 cm (93 cm) 46 cm (99 cm)
waist 41 cm (76 cm) 43 cm (81 cm) 46 cm(88 cm) 48 cm (93 cm)
length 56 cm 58 cm 59 cm 61 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2165 photos

 

6311 Girly Sheer Jersey Spaghetti Tank6311

These are made out of sheer jersey material, so they are kinda-sorta almost see-through, especially the lighter colors. They say it has a 'gently draped silhouette'. It's also stretchier than the other shirts.


Sizes available: S, M, L

  Small Medium Large
fits sizes 0-4 4-8 8-12
bust 35 cm (69 cm) 38 cm (79 cm) 41 cm (81 cm)
waist 35 cm (69 cm) 38 cm (74 cm) 41 cm (81 cm)
length 51 cm 53 cm 54 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

6311 photos

 

2001 Unisex Fine Jersey T 2001

This one is the American Apparel version of the standard t-shirt. It's not a 'beefy'-T by any means but it's not as fitted as the shirts above. It's still got some slinkiness but it's not clingy. Anyone can wear these - I wear these! They're heaven really, it's like hugging a bunny. These shirts are also cool because they come in the most sizes. They're sized for men, so make sure to check the actual measurements to find the right size for you.

Available sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL

  Small Medium Large XL 2XL 3XL
bust 48 cm (96 cm) 50 cm (101 cm) 55 cm (111 cm) 60 cm (121 cm) 66 cm (127 cm) 69 cm (137 cm)
waist 45 cm (91 cm) 50 cm (101 cm) 55 cm (111 cm) 24 (121 cm) 66 cm (127 cm) 69 cm (137 cm)
length 69 cm 71 cm 74 cm 76 cm 78 cm 81 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2001 photos

 

2007 Unisex Fine Jersey Long Sleeve T 2007

This is the same as the 2001 t-shirt, just with (you guesed it!) long sleeves!

Available sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL


  Small Medium Large XL 2XL 3XL
bust 48 cm (96 cm) 50 cm (101 cm) 55 cm (111 cm) 60 cm (121 cm) 66 cm (127 cm) 69 cm (137 cm)
waist 45 cm (91 cm) 50 cm (101 cm) 55 cm (111 cm) 24 (121 cm) 66 cm (127 cm) 69 cm (137 cm)
length 69 cm 71 cm 74 cm 76 cm 78 cm 81 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

 

2410 Unisex Fine Jersey Ringer T 2001

This is basically the same as the 2001 Unisex t-shirts but with contrasting colors on the sleeves and neck collar.

Available sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

  Small Medium Large XL 2XL
bust 48 cm (96 cm) 50 cm (101 cm) 55 cm (111 cm) 60 cm (121 cm) 66 cm (127 cm)
waist 45 cm (91 cm) 50 cm (101 cm) 55 cm (111 cm) 24 (121 cm) 66 cm (127 cm)
length 69 cm 71 cm 74 cm 76 cm 78 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2001 photos

 

5399 Girly California Fleece Zip Hoodie 2001

A hoodie! This is a zip-up cotton fleece hoodie with pockets but no hood drawstrings, sized for women. They're wonderfully soft, I wore one for years before they started making unisex hoodies. The design is printed as a small side print, as shown in the picture below:

Available sizes: S, M, L, XL

  Small Medium Large XL
bust 43 cm 45 cm 48 cm 49 cm
length 48 cm 50 cm 53 cm 55 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2001 photos

 

5497 Unisex California Fleece Zip Hoodie 2001

This is a unisex zip-up cotton fleece hoodie with pockets and hood drawstrings. The design is printed as a small side print, just like the girly zip hoodie above.

Available sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

  Small Medium Large XL 2XL
bust 46 cm 51 cm 56 cm 61 cm 26 1/2
length 64 cm 66 cm 71 cm 73 cm 76 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2001 photos

 

5495 Unisex Fleece Pull-Over Hoodie 2001

This is a pull-over hoodie with pockets and hood drawstrings. The designs on these are printed as full-size front prints.

Available sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

  Small Medium Large XL 2XL
bust 45 cm 51 cm 56 cm 61 cm 66 cm
length 64 cm 66 cm 71 cm 73 cm 76 cm
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

2001 photos

 

8315 Boy Briefs8315

These are *definitely* not for boys! Which is a shame, because I'm having an awful time trying to find sweatshop-free undies for myself. Anyway, these are totally cute. The come in the following colors: White with Baby Blue trim, Red with White trim, and Fuchsia with Pink Trim. They are made of 95% Cotton and 5% Spandex. The elastic waistband is white with accent stripes. Aren't they cute?

Sizes available: S, M, L, XL

  Small Medium Large Extra Large
fits sizes 0-2 4-6 8-10 12-14
waist 30 cm (63 cm-66 cm) 33 cm (68 cm-71 cm) 33 cm (76 cm-81 cm) 36 cm (83 cm-88 cm)
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)

8315 photos

 

8312 Thong8312

This thong is supposed to be almost invisible under most clothes because of its cut and the stitch used. Looks slinky to me! 95% Cotton and 5% Spandex with a 100% cotton 'crotch' (I've never liked that word).

Sizes available: S, M, L, XL (keep in mind that these are nice and stretchy)

the rest of the measurements are coming soon...
  Small Medium Large Extra Large
fits sizes 0-2 4-6 8-10 12-14
waist 25 cm (63 cm-26") 28 cm (68 cm-71 cm) ??? (76 cm-81 cm) ??? (83 cm-88 cm)
(sizes in parentheses are "all-the-way-around" measurements)


Care and Washing Information

It's pretty simple, the shirts and prints are high-quality so there's nothing special you need to do. There are a few things you should do with all your clothes to make them last longer though. Taking good care of your clothing is the respectful and responsible thing to do, think of all the resources and labor that go into making them! I think it's important to stop thinking of clothes as 'disposable', that's why I use high-quality apparel and printing.

  1. Turn them inside out before washing them. This protects the design and keeps clothes looking newer in general. You know all that lint that comes out of your washing machine and your dryer? That's your clothes, gradually wearing away.
  2. Wash clothes in cold or warm water, not hot, delicate or normal setting is best. Hot water will shrink your clothes and wear them down more quickly.
  3. Don't use bleach. Bleach is nasty stuff. Dioxins, anyone?
  4. Spot treat stains instead of using tons of strong detergent. I use non-toxic, phosphate-free and biodegradable detergent and I use the greywater from my wash to water my fruit trees. If I did that with normal detergent they'd die. Think about that!
  5. Line dry or machine dry on a low heat, delicate or normal setting - don't bake them.
  6. Don't iron the printed design. You won't be happy if you do.
  7. Definitely do not dry clean! In fact, don't get anything dry cleaned! Dry cleaning basically involves dipping clothes in solvents that are toxic carcinogens. It's decidedly earth-unfriendly!

 

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