Have you ever walked past someone with a captivating shirt, making your eyes stare directly into what is displayed on them? Even making you turn your head to catch a second glimpse?
Prints and designs plastered on shirts are a conspicuous manner to present a cause.
It is no easy thing to do. It can be confusing how to portray and capture the symbolism you are going for while not losing the creativity of it being too direct.
Yet this list provides you with shops that did not shun away from their advocacies and continue to share inspiration through tees that you can wear with pride.
Bayé
There is but one main energy this shop exudes, and it is feminism. Their designs may be obscure but in a captivating way. Each print has a meaning that refers to a woman’s experience in society and a call to put an end to its injustice. Stating their shirts to not merely be what it is but also a walking warning. No longer tolerating misogyny with non-humorous jokes. They aim to make a bold statement as visually clear as their second design which is against catcalling.
They are also known to collaborate with @amgu.cebu (a zero-waste store) and @annihilateph (a fellow shop that sells statement shirts).
Instagram: @baye.ph
Empowered by Bayhana
If you’re all for supporting women, this shop could also be for you. Empowered By Bayhana started as a podcast, an audio show where they converse everything about women. Though they also invite other listeners because knowledge is power and who doesn’t want to get to know women more?
They released their official merchandise on April 7, 2021. Sharing their proceeds to @myrefugehouse, an organization aimed towards healing and restoring the lives of survivors impacted by commercial sexual exploitation.
You can also have your shirt match with your tote bag since they also have it available.
Instagram: @empoweredbybayhana
Sinugbang Sugbo
Cebuanos are known for many things, one being their witty humor. Sinugbang Sugbo may sound delicious but their shirts present original statements that any Cebuano can closely relate to.
If you want to pay them a visit, their physical shop can be found at Mango Square in Juana Osmeña St., Cebu City.
Have your own luggage tags and keychains designed by them as well. Check out their shop and wear that witty Cebuano humor with pride.
Instagram: @sinugbangsugboshirts
Studio Maria for Mamas
Being a mother is a challenge, how much more during the pandemic when most families are stuck indoors. Knowing children and their short attention spans, mothers are going the extra mile for their kiddos. Check out Studio Maria for Mamas if you want to give out a little something for your mothers or friends who are new to parenting.
They also have jewelry, caps, totes, and can even have a matching shirt with their hubby.
Instagram: @studiomaria.formamas
Fur Collection PH
We can’t forget about the other kind of parenting, which is towards doggos. Dog moms also have it tough during these times. Fur Collection offers a variety of designs that you can choose from. Their proceeds are shared with their chosen shelters and help stray lives immensely.
You can also purchase face masks and pet bandanas to make your pooch as fabulous as you are.
Instagram: @furcollectionph
Supporting locally produced and printed shirt helps Mother Earth and the environment a great deal. It reduces overproduction and lessens the consumption of materials.
It may be costly but it’s a better payout than have the dangers of fast fashion come to light.
Think twice before you purchase.