"We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars"

Black / S

$19.90

"We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars"

$19.90

Color Black White

Size S M L XL 2XL 3XL

This relaxed-fit garment-dyed tee feels like a quiet evening walk under wide-open skies. The soft, washed color and heavyweight cotton give it a lived-in comfort that settles against your skin. The front print—a lone figure framed by muted watercolor tones and the handwritten line “We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars”—carries a gentle, reflective energy. It’s the kind of shirt you reach for when you want to slow down, look up, and hold a small, hopeful truth close. Sized from S to 4XL with durable double-needle stitching and a tubular knit that keeps lines clean, this shirt wears like something you’ve owned for years from the first day. Whether layered under a jacket for a night walk or worn solo while reading on the porch, it’s subtle, soulful, and quietly expressive.

Product features
- 100% ring-spun US cotton — soft, pre-shrunk heavyweight (6.1 oz) fabric
- Garment-dyed after construction for a vintage wash and soft hand
- Relaxed fit with sizes S–4XL and sewn-in label
- Tubular knit (no side seams) and double-needle stitching for durability
- Made in Honduras with long-lasting construction

Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Do not dryclean

	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL
Width, in	18.25	20.25	22.00	24.00	26.00	27.75
Length, in	26.62	28.00	29.37	30.75	31.62	32.50
Sleeve length from center back, in	16.25	17.75	19.00	20.50	21.75	23.25
Size tolerance, in	1.50	1.50	1.50	1.50	1.50	1.50

Made with care

Great value

Elegant design

Quality materials

This product is crafted with quality materials to ensure durability and performance. Designed with your convenience in mind, it seamlessly fits into your everyday life.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.

We are committed to ensuring a positive shopping experience for all our customers. If for any reason you wish to return an item, we invite you to reach out to our team for assistance, and we will evaluate every return request with care and consideration.

Intentional design

Everything we do starts with why

Made with care

We believe in building better

A team with a goal

Real people making great products

Frequently Asked Questions

Made just for you.

At World’s Wise Words, we don’t keep "stock" on shelves; every piece is printed specifically for you once you order.

Because each item is printed specifically for you once you place an order, it typically takes 2–5 business days for production. Once the item is printed and quality-checked, standard shipping usually takes another 3–7 business days for domestic orders. You will receive a tracking link via email as soon as your order leaves the print facility.

Because all our apparel is printed to order, we do not keep a physical inventory to swap items. For this reason, we cannot offer exchanges if you order the wrong size. We provide a detailed Sizing Chart on every product page. We highly recommend measuring a favorite shirt you already own and comparing it to our chart before purchasing to ensure the perfect fit.

We want you to love your "Wise Words." If your item arrives with a printing defect, a hole, or if you received the wrong design, please contact us within 14 days of delivery. Include your order number and a clear photo of the issue. We will work to send you a replacement at no additional cost.

To keep the designs vibrant and prevent the fabric from shrinking, follow these steps:

Machine wash cold, inside-out, with similar colors.
Use mild detergent and avoid fabric softeners.
Tumble dry on low heat or hang-dry for the longest life.
Do not iron directly over the printed area.

We move quickly! Once an order is sent to production (usually within 2–4 hours), it can no longer be edited or canceled. Please double-check your shipping address and size selection at checkout. If you notice a mistake immediately, contact us via our Contact Page and we will do our best to intercept it before it hits the printer.

If you ordered multiple items (e.g., a hoodie and a tote bag), they may be fulfilled by different print providers in our network. This means they might ship in separate packages and arrive at slightly different times. Don't worry, you’ll receive tracking numbers for each part of your order!

Yes. Through our partnerships, we select high-quality garments from suppliers who prioritize ethical manufacturing. Many of our items are made by brands like Bella+Canvas or Gildan, which are members of the Fair Labor Association and committed to sustainable practices.

We strive for absolute accuracy, but please keep in mind that every digital screen (phone, laptop, tablet) displays colors slightly differently based on its brightness and calibration settings. Additionally, because our designs are printed directly into the fabric fibers, the designs may have a softer, more integrated look on the garment than a bright digital glow.

To ensure your product looks its best, we scaled our designs to fit each garment size proportionally. A design on a Small shirt may be scaled slightly differently than on a 3XL to ensure the minimalist aesthetic remains balanced and centered for every body type.

Yes! If you are looking to order 10 or more items for a book club, empowerment event, or team, please reach out to us. Since we use a print-on-demand model, we can often coordinate special pricing for larger quantities to ensure your group can wear their wisdom together.

We strive to be as mindful as possible. Most of our packaging uses recyclable or biodegradable shipping materials made from high-quality polyethylene. This helps protect your apparel from weather and damage during transit while keeping our environmental footprint as light as our designs.