Description

Research and Development Department Shirt

This design cleverly parodies the aesthetic of standard corporate workwear to deliver its punchline. The artwork features a clean, authoritative typographic layout, utilizing a bold, capitalized sans-serif font typically associated with official department headers or security uniforms. The text “Research and Development” is prominently displayed across the chest or pocket area, establishing a tone of seriousness and professionalism. However, the design subverts this expectation through the addition of a witty tagline or sub-header—often referencing “Trial and Error,” “Controlled Chaos,” or “Turning Coffee into Code”—rendered in a slightly smaller or contrasting weight.

The visual appeal lies in its “camouflaged” humor. By adhering strictly to the design conventions of industrial or tech apparel—minimalist composition, balanced spacing, and high-contrast monochrome text—the graphic looks like a legitimate company shirt from a distance. The satire is only revealed upon closer inspection, creating an “inside joke” dynamic for colleagues and peers. It avoids cartoonish elements in favor of a dry, deadpan presentation, making it a sophisticated piece of visual wit that fits perfectly within an office or lab environment.

Why You’ll Love This Shirt

Office Humor: A subtle, clever joke that your coworkers will appreciate.
Professional Look: The clean design mimics a real uniform until you read the text.
Durable Print: The “long-lasting print” ensures the text stays sharp through many washes.

Perfect For

Engineers & Scientists: The people who actually know how things work.
Tech Startups: Great for casual Fridays or launch parties.
Gifts for Coworkers: A fun way to bond with the R&D team.
STEM Students: Celebrating the hard work of research.

Product Details

Material: 100% cotton (Gildan Heavy Cotton); 5.3 oz weight.
Fit / Print: A standard unisex fit featuring Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing for a sharp, lasting finish.
Care Instructions: Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry on low. Do not iron the graphic.

FAQ – Research and Development Department Shirt

Is the design professional? Yes, the research and development shirt uses a clean, uniform-style layout, making the humor subtle enough for many casual office environments.

Will the letters fade? No. We use the Gildan Heavy Cotton tee to ensure a “long-lasting print.” The text on your research and development shirt is bonded to the fabric for durability.

Is this for a specific company? No, the research and development shirt features a generic department title, making it suitable for anyone working in R&D, engineering, or tech.

SIZE GUIDE

Classic Men's T-Shirt

The fabric composition varies by color: solid colors are 100% Cotton, Heather colors, Tweed, and Russet are a 50/50 Cotton/Polyester blend, and Sport Grey and Antique colors consist of 90% Cotton and 10% Polyester.

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
WIDTH (inches)	18	20	22	24	26	28	30	32
LENGTH (inches)	28	29	30	31	32	33	34	35

Premium Men's T-Shirt

Fabric blends: Heather colors – 90% cotton, 10% polyester. The classic fit along with the crew neckline provide a timeless style with neat looks that are perfect for accessorizing. This means it’s a highly versatile choice for both casual and semi-formal events.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL
WIDTH (inches)	17.5	19	20.5	22	24	26	28	30
LENGTH (inches)	27	28	29	30	31	32	33	34

Classic Women's T-Shirt

The fabric composition varies by color: solid colors are 100% Cotton, Heather colors, Tweed, and Russet are a 50/50 Cotton/Polyester blend, and Sport Grey and Antique colors consist of 90% Cotton and 10% Polyester.

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
WIDTH (inches)	17.25	19.25	21.25	23.25	25.25	27.25
LENGTH (inches)	25.5	26	27	28	28.5	29

Premium Women's T-Shirt

Material: 100% combed round-thread cotton (Dark Grey: 90% cotton, 10% polyester). Classic cotton t-shirt. Made from 100% combed round-thread cotton, this is an everyday essential with superior comfort.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL
WIDTH (inches)	15.25	16.25	17.25	18.25	19.75	21.25
LENGTH (inches)	25.5	26	27	28	28.5	29

Hooded & Crew Neck Sweatshirt

Made with 50% Cotton and 50% Polyester

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
WIDTH (inches)	20	22	24	26	28	30	32	34
LENGTH (inches)	26	27	28	29	30	31	33	34

Longsleeve Tee

Solid colors are made from 100% Cotton, while Heather colors and Ash feature an 85% Cotton and 15% Viscose blend.

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL	5XL
WIDTH (inches)	18	20	22	24	26	28	30	32
LENGTH (inches)	28	29	30	31	32	33	34	35

Tank Top

Solid colors are 100% Cotton; Heather colors consist of 52% Cotton and 48% Polyester; Athletic Heather contains 90% Cotton and 10% Polyester; and Triblend colors are made from 50% Polyester, 25% Cotton, and 25% Rayon.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
WIDTH (inches)	16	18	20	22	24	26	28
LENGTH (inches)	27	28	29	30	31	32	33

Men's V-neck T-Shirt

Made with our soft ring spun cotton and cotton blends, Softstyle’s high stitch density fabric offers a smooth printing surface. Taped neck and shoulders for comfort and durability.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
WIDTH (inches)	16	18	20	22	24	26	28
LENGTH (inches)	26	27.5	28.75	29.75	30.75	32	33

Women's V-neck T-Shirt

Made from 100% American cotton and the most advanced soft cotton technology, this product has been improved to enhance the quality and comfort you can feel.

SIZE GUIDE	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
WIDTH (inches)	17.25	19.25	21.25	23.25	25.25	27.25
LENGTH (inches)	25.5	26	27	28	28.5	29

Youth T-Shirt

Made with 100% ringspun cotton, although the fiber content may differ for certain color options.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL
WIDTH (inches)	16	17	18	19	20
LENGTH (inches)	20.5	22	23.5	25	26.5

Youth Hooded & Sweatshirt

50/50 cotton/polyester, made with finer yarns and new MVS Air spinning technology, that improves the fabric by reducing pilling, enhancing durability and creating a smoother printing surface.

SIZE GUIDE	XS	S	M	L	XL
WIDTH (inches)	16	17	18	19	20
LENGTH (inches)	19.75	21.25	22.5	24	25.5

Shipping information

1. Order Processing Time

Order Handling: Orders are typically processed within 2–5 business days after successful payment.
Made-to-Order Production: Since many of our items are printed on demand, production may take a little longer during high-volume periods (e.g., holidays).
Orders placed on weekends or public holidays will be processed on the next business day.

2. Shipping Time Estimates

We ship worldwide. Estimated delivery times (after processing) are:

Region	Estimated Delivery Time
United States	5–10 business days
Canada	7–12 business days
United Kingdom	7–12 business days
Australia	7–14 business days
Europe	7–15 business days
Rest of World	10–20 business days