200 Years Ago Tee

🏛️ Built for the Unapologetic Reader

Crafted from 100% ring-spun cotton (Gildan 64000 Softstyle), because if you’re going to spend hours straight in an uncomfortable wooden library chair, your shirt shouldn't be the thing bothering you.

This unisex tee comes with that soft, lived-in feel right out of the package, looking like an old favorite you discovered in a quiet second-hand bookstore. It’s a heavier, premium-quality fabric that holds its shape and runs true to size, because a classic (much like a good hardcover) should actually last.

Printed and shipped with care by fellow introverts who also consider reading "just one more chapter" a valid excuse for being late.

How to Not Ruin Your New Favorite Shirt:

• Cold water only (hot water is for overachievers)
• Turn inside out before washing (protect that graphic you're gonna wear until it falls apart)
• Use a gentle detergent - this garment-dyed cotton is chill, keep it that way
• First wash might bleed a little, so separate it from your fancy stuff
• Tumble dry low or hang dry (air drying = more time for snacks)

Drying Instructions:

1. Avoid High Heat: Air-drying is best to prevent shrinking and maintain the soft texture.
2. Tumble Dry Low (Optional): If using a dryer, select a low heat or delicate setting.
3. Remove Promptly: Take the shirt out of the dryer as soon as it's dry to prevent wrinkles.

Additional Tips:

• Avoid using bleach or harsh detergents as they can fade the color.
• Do not use fabric softeners, which may affect the shirt's texture.
• If the shirt has a graphic print, avoid ironing directly on the design. Use a pressing cloth or turn the shirt inside out when ironing.

Good Things Take Time (But Not Too Long)
Free shipping on orders over $85 because we reward commitment to the cause.

Orders ship within 7 days - we're not rushing, you're not rushing, nobody's rushing. Once it leaves our hands, USPS does their thing and you'll have it in 2-5 days. Track it obsessively or forget about it completely, we support both approaches.

Returns:
The "Something Went Wrong" Policy

Look, we want you to love your gear. If something arrives damaged, defective, or just plain wrong, we'll make it right - that's on us.

Here's the deal:

• Got something damaged or defective? Full refund, no questions asked.
• Have 60 days from purchase to let us know
• Item needs to be unused and in the condition you received it
• Email us at paperandmelancholy@gmail.com - we're actual humans who respond

We're not a faceless corporation. If something's wrong, just reach out. We're all just trying to enjoy the trail without unnecessary drama.