Marsha P. Johnson “It Takes Balls” Vintage Pride Tee
Original price was: $28.99.$21.99Current price is: $21.99.
Product Description
This “It Takes Balls to Be a Fag” vintage pride tee, featuring Marsha P. Johnson, sparks conversations with its bold blend of historical reverence and unapologetic pride. It celebrates a trailblazing icon of the LGBTQ+ movement, capturing the raw courage and defiant spirit that resonates deeply in today’s fight for equality.
The Story Behind the Design
Born from the spirit of Marsha P. Johnson—a fearless Black transgender pioneer who ignited the Stonewall uprising—this shirt is more than fabric; it’s a badge of audacity. The biting phrase flips slurs into armor, celebrating boldness in identity and unapologetic pride. As it hits streets and rallies, it channels decades of resilience, turning vintage style into a vibrant call for justice. Wearing it isn’t just fashion—it’s a declaration: bravery is fierce, fierce is history, and history is power.
Meaning & Symbolism
The design combines several potent symbols and themes related to LGBTQ+ history, identity, and pride:
- Marsha P. Johnson: Honors a historical figure whose life and legacy embody courage, resilience, and the fight for justice, symbolizing radical queer resistance, visibility, and intersectionality.
- “It Takes Balls to be a Fag”: Reclaims a historically derogatory slur, transforming it into a badge of pride and strength. This phrase boldly asserts the courage required to live authentically in the face of societal stigma.
- Vintage Pride Aesthetic: Suggests a nostalgic reverence for earlier eras of LGBTQ+ activism, bridging past struggles with present pride and recognizing the movement’s long-standing resilience.
Product Details & Quality
This t-shirt is crafted from 5.3-ounce premium fabric, offering a perfect balance between comfort and durability. Whether you’re wearing it as a statement piece or everyday basic, the quality stands out.
- Material: 100% Cotton (Ash: 99/1, Sport Grey: 90/10) for maximum breathability.
- Fit: Classic unisex.
SHIPPING TIMES:
– United States:
- Standard (6 – 12 Business Days)
- Expedited (4 – 8 Business Days)
– International:
- Standard (14 – 28 Business Days)
- Expedited (7 – 14 Business Days)
SHIPPING COST:
– Standard Shipping ($4.99+)
- Orders using this option generally arrive 5-10 days (U.S. orders) and it takes 2 weeks for International orders after being manufactured and shipped. (See notes below)
- Manufacturing times for this option vary more around busier times of the year or during extreme circumstances such as covid-19 shutdowns.
– Shipping and expedited manufacturing ($19.99+) (U.S. Only)
- Orders using this option jump to the front of the manufacturing queue which can generally save a couple days (or more during busier times of the year).
- It’s highly recommended to use this option if you are ordering for a specific event or holiday.
- Orders using this option generally arrive 2-3 days after being manufactured and shipped. (U.S. only)
- Orders using expedited manufacturing will be printed when the next batch of orders are processed which can vary depending on seasonality and other factors.
Please Note:
- We do not guarantee shipping or arrival dates.
- Manufacturing during the majority of the year takes between 1-5 business days (Mon-Fri) however can take more than a week during the heaviest shopping times of the year. Extreme circumstances such as covid-19 may delay order manufacturing and/or shipping by an additional week or more.
- All manufacturing and shipping times mentioned are just estimates and will vary.
- Some of our popular designs may be pre-printed and may ship out faster than less commonly ordered designs/style/color combinations.
- Our shirts are made when ordered. Due to the time variability of on-demand manufacturing, we offer 2 options for how quickly you want to receive your order. You can select from the following choices in checkout.
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