Refuse to Fade · Desert Chapter — Member Edition
Hand-pressed by me. One shirt at a time. In my garage. Surprise, Arizona.
— Jenny, founder · Read my story →
👕 Fit + fabric
Regular fit on BEIGE (ivory) Comfort Colors heavyweight 100% cotton, garment-dyed + pre-shrunk. Runs true to size.
📏 Size guide · body measurements (click to expand)
| Size | Chest (in) | Length (in) | Best for bust |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 17.5" | 26" | 32-34" |
| M | 19" | 27" | 34-36" |
| L | 20.5" | 28" | 38-40" |
| XL | 22" | 29" | 42-44" |
Comfort Colors heavyweight cotton — garment-dyed + pre-shrunk so what you measure is what you wear.
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The vintage state-park badge for women who live in the desert and women who feel like they do.
Cactus + sunrise + mountain ridge in a circular souvenir badge. Looks like a 1970s national park gift shop find. Hand-illustrated, screen-printed in chocolate brown on cream Comfort Colors heavyweight.
Refuse to Fade Club · Desert Chapter
For every woman 40+ still standing in the heat. Want your city as a Chapter? DM me — custom chapter tees available.
- Comfort Colors 1717 heavyweight cream
- Hand-pressed by Jenny in Surprise, AZ
- Vintage souvenir-badge style
📦 Drop 2 Pre-Order — ships within 2 weeks.
The details
- Blank: Comfort Colors 1717 — heavyweight 100% ring-spun cotton
- Fit: Relaxed / true to size, slightly oversized. Size down for fitted.
- Fabric: Garment-dyed, soft-washed — broken-in feel from day one, pre-shrunk
- Print: Premium DTF, heat-cured — won't crack, peel, or fade in the wash
- Made: Hand-pressed by Jenny in Surprise, Arizona — small batch, no factory
- Ships: 3–5 business days from Arizona, tracking emailed
- Returns: 30 days, no restocking fee, no drama
- Care: Wash cold inside-out, hang or low-tumble dry. Don't iron the print.
Questions? Email jenny@shirthappensbyjenny.com — I personally answer, usually same day.
Size Guide
Comfort Colors heavyweight runs relaxed/true to size. For a more fitted look, size down.
| Size | Chest (in) | Length (in) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 18 | 27.5 | 5'0"–5'4", 110–135 lb |
| M | 20 | 28.5 | 5'4"–5'7", 130–160 lb |
| L | 22 | 29.5 | 5'6"–5'9", 155–185 lb |
| XL | 24 | 30.5 | 5'7"–5'11", 180–215 lb |
| 2XL | 26 | 31.5 | 5'8"–6'0", 210–240 lb |
Model is 5'7", 145 lb, wearing size M (slouchy fit).
📏 Fit & Sizing — Read Before You Pick +
Fits like Comfort Colors 1717. This is the heavyweight 6.1 oz garment-dyed style every Refuse to Fade tee is hand-pressed on. Runs slightly oversized with a unisex cut — true to size if you like room, size DOWN one if you want a fitted look.
Most women 40+ size down one for a flattering fit. Example: usually wear M? Order S. Want it oversized? Stay true to size.
| Size | Chest (in) | Length (in) | Fits Bust |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 18" | 28" | 32-34" |
| M | 20" | 29" | 35-37" |
| L | 22" | 30" | 38-40" |
| XL | 24" | 31" | 41-43" |
Fabric: 100% ringspun cotton · 6.1 oz garment-dyed · pre-shrunk · heavyweight that softens with every wash
Not sure? DM @shirthappensbyjennyofficial with your usual size + a brand you wear (e.g. Madewell, Old Navy, J.Crew) and I'll tell you exactly which size to pick. 🌵