Adulting (Definition)
First, you work up the courage to make the phone call. Then you spend the next two weeks hoping the other person cancels. Congratulations. You’re managing your own affairs.
Our Adulting (Definition) tee features black dictionary-style lettering defining adulthood with uncomfortable accuracy: “The act of making phone calls you absolutely dread, purely to schedule plans you have every intention of canceling later.” Finally, reference material that understands why you’ve been staring at your phone since Tuesday.
Perfect for reluctant adults, phone-call avoiders, and anyone who rehearses “Hi, I’d like to make an appointment” like they’re delivering testimony before Congress. You can order dinner, track a package, and buy furniture without speaking. Yet somehow, booking a haircut requires a live performance.
Wear it to coffee runs, casual Fridays, or the plans you accidentally attended because your cancellation text stayed in drafts. It also makes an excellent gift for that friend who says “We should get together soon!” with the confidence of someone who knows you’re both lying.
“Just call them. It takes two minutes.” So does a roller coaster. That doesn’t mean I want to experience one while explaining my availability.
You made the call. You picked a date. You said, “Looking forward to it!” despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. Now there’s an event on your calendar threatening the perfectly good evening you could have spent doing absolutely nothing.
Add to cart. No phone call required. We understand our customers.
SnarkySarks. Plans confirmed. Escape strategy pending.
The "You Actually Look Good" Fabric
We might be outwardly cynical, but we secretly care about your comfort. These classic unisex jersey short sleeve tees fit like a well-loved favorite. Crafted from 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton (specifically the Bella Canvas 3001), the fabric is incredibly lightweight at 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²), remarkably breathable, and easy to layer. It’s perfect for both active wear and aggressively participating in leisure wear. If you want to get technical about our fabric blends:
Ash and Heather Prism colors: 99% cotton, 1% polyester.
Athletic Heather and Black Heather: 90% cotton, 10% polyester.
Heather and Solid Blend colors: 52% cotton, 48% polyester.
Engineered to Survive Your Apathy
We built these to last through all your introverted hobbies and anti-hustle weekends.
Shape Retention: The ribbed knit collar features a seam to make it highly elastic and help it retain its shape.
Structural Support: Dual side seams are located along the sides to hold the garment's shape longer.
Anti-Stretch Tech: Twill shoulder tape covers the shoulder seams to stabilize the back of the garment and prevent stretching.
Flattering Cut: The shoulders are tapered for a better fit over time.
Versatile Style: The retail fit and neat crew neckline make it perfect for casual settings, semi-formal obligations, or effortless accessorizing.
Prints that Do the Talking
Our soft cotton and exceptional print quality ensure you'll fall in love with these shirts over and over again. To make sure your sarcasm is highly legible, sleeve prints and neck labels are produced using Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing technology. This applies to products fulfilled by print providers like OPT OnDemand and Shirt Monkey, ensuring crisp, detailed designs. Alternatively, providers like TextilDruck and Stoked on Printing use Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing for their labels to deliver vibrant colors and a smooth finish.
Surprisingly Ethical
We might be annoyed by most people, but we don't hate the planet or the workers making our clothes.
Sourcing: The blank products themselves are sourced from Honduras.
Responsible Production: Bella+Canvas manufactures all its products in the US and internationally in a humane, sustainable, no-sweat-shop way.
Certifications: They are REACH certified for responsibly manufactured, humane, and sustainable practices. They are also Platinum WRAP certified and part of the Fair Labor Association.
General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) Required in the EU
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Bella+Canvas 3001, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults, Blank product sourced from Honduras
Care instructions: Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), Non-chlorine: bleach as needed, Tumble dry: low heat, Iron, steam or dry: medium heat, Do not dryclean.
