Power. The word evokes a different feeling for every person, but there is a particular connotation when used in the context of women. Over the years, it has come to represent the strength experienced when women are united. This support can be expressed in many ways – but it’s best if it can double as a cute top!
Empowering graphic tees are the picket signs of the new age, and donning them through the day-to-day subtly conveys a strong message while connecting you to an inherent sisterhood. Get creative and find the expression that fits your style. Are you a minimalist? A history buff? There are so many ways to feel powerful in the clothes you wear, so have some fun with them.
Someone Else Said it Better
Keep it simple sister, and let the message speak for itself…literally. Words become quotes for a reason, and there are so many empowering ones to choose from – a quick Google search, and you have the selection right in front of you.
The key to using a quote on a t-shirt is to keep it short and sweet. Too much text can get a little busy, and no one wants to take unnecessary time reading a t-shirt.
Make a statement by using a font that is bold and bright. Using illegible text will give onlookers headaches instead of inspiration. The colors need to stand out from the background, so it’s important to use contrasting hues and shades.
[Her]storical Icons
Everyone has their favorite #GirlBoss, so why not honor them by having their likeness printed on a trendy tee? History has a multitude of fearless women to choose from, and many already have stylized graphics for merchandise. If your idol is a little more obscure, there are programs like Photoshop and Illustrator that can help you design your own contemporary artwork.
If creating your own image sounds too intimidating, try hiring a contract artist to make a unique design just for you. There is no shame in just being the “idea” person and leaving the graphic design skills to the professionals.
It’s Not Real Until it’s a #Hashtag
Gone are the days of the town crier yelling “Hear ye! Hear ye!” to spread the latest news. Nowadays, we’ve got the handy hashtag, which takes a simple phrase and makes it explode into a movement – or at least a clever joke. Similar to quotes, hashtags express a message simply and efficiently.
When it comes to female empowerment, #womensupportingwomen, #girlpower, and #bossbabe are some of the highest trending hashtags these days. If you want to find one more personal to you, get some inspiration from any social media platform, or maybe make one up yourself! Who knows, it could end up on someone else’s shirt someday.
No Text? No Problem
A picture is worth a thousand words, and sometimes your shirt can do the talking. Adding a stylized graphic to a simple T-shirt is a powerful way to convey a message while also adding some creative flair to your fashion.
There is symbolism in certain images that say more about empowerment than any words ever possibly could. Rosie the Riveter, for example, is an ad campaign that has transcended generations and became an icon for independence and strength.
Finding a picture that fits your style while expressing your support is one of the best ways to create a unique garment that holds more meaning than just any old graphic tee.
Support Your Favorite Cause
Typically going hand-in-hand with hashtags, numerous movements and nonprofits focus on women’s rights, and showing some support by sporting their logo or message on a t-shirt can help spread awareness. Female empowerment stems from the generations of women who have fought for their freedoms and would come together in support of one another.
Follow their legacy by representing organizations that work to make the future brighter for our mothers, daughters, and sisters. There is strength in numbers, and even something as small as wearing a t-shirt with a charity’s name on it goes a long way.
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