Distortion The Magnus Archives shirt

Screen printed t-shirts really start to make their presence felt in the 1950s. Distortion The Magnus Archives shirt This is very significant when it comes to screen printed t-shirts and the origins of the custom tee. The garment that started out as a simple undershirt to be worn under military uniforms takes a more prominent role in the years following World War II. Civilians start wearing them as standalone tops and it’s not long before the idea of custom printed t-shirts emerges. Screen printing had taken root in the United States during the 1930s and by the Fifties, companies in Miami are printing promotional t-shirts with the names of resorts and local attractions. Screen printing takes a huge leap in the Sixties when it becomes synonymous with the Pop Art movement. Works by artists such as Andy Warhol not only publicise screen printing, they open it to a mass market.

Distortion The Magnus Archives shirt, hoodie, sweater, longsleeve and ladies t-shirt

This heavier weight jersey t-shirt is part of Continental’s fabulous EarthPositive range of 100% organic products Distortion The Magnus Archives shirt. As Continental say, there is a green revolution in promotional apparel and the EP18L is definitely included in it. Sizes range from XS to 2XL, but it’s only currently available in two colours. That said, you can’t go far wrong with the ever faithful black or white for custom merch. This long sleeved tee is an eco-friendly printing winner.

Kingteeshops offers a stunning selection of sustainably produced, organic cotton blank clothing and the kingteeshops men’s style is a long sleeve t-shirt that sits very comfortably in their range. Single jersey and weighing in at 200g, this shirt has a rib collar, tape to the back of neck and features rib cuffs which are always popular for customised apparel. It also comes in 7 colourways, meaning you have wider scope with brand colour matching.