CLOTHING THE GAPS
Black 'Always Was, Always Will' Be Tee - Ally Friendly
Black 'Always Was, Always Will' Be Tee - Ally Friendly
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Introducing Clothing The Gaps revamped "Empty" Flag tee, a symbol of the power of clothing in driving social change, inspired by the impactful #FreeTheFlag Campaign. This tee proudly displays an embroidered flag on the front. On the back, the phrase 'Wear Your Values' is nestled mid-side, adding a touch of understated cool.
Clothing The Gaps spearheaded the #FreeTheFlag Campaign from June 2019 to January 2022, rallying against a cease and desist from WAM Clothing for producing merchandise featuring the Aboriginal flag. Through Clothing The Gaps petition, #PrideNotProfit, and the incredible support of our community, Clothing The Gaps achieved a monumental victory on January 24, 2022, freeing the flag for all. Join us in wearing this tee as a testament to the power of collective action and the enduring fight for justice.
- Embroidery done locally on Wurundjeri Country.
- Embroidered Aboriginal flag on front.
- Embroidered text 'Wear Your Values' positioned midway on the back of the tee under the arm.
- Clothing The Gaps screen printed logo on the back neck of tee.
- This tee is a boxy fit. Refer to size chart above for measurements.
- Gender-inclusive.
- Sizes from XS-XL
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | 6XL | 7XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 23.5 | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30.5 | 31.5 | 34 |
| Chest (cm) | 48 | 51 | 52.5 | 56.5 | 60 | 62 | 65 | 68 | 71 | 72.5 | 77 |
| Length (cm) | 71 | 72 | 73 | 75 | 77 | 78 | 79 | 81.5 | 82.5 | 84.5 | 85 |
Please note, measurements are a guide and may vary +/- 2cm.
Can I wear this?
This product is Ally Friendly.
Ally friendly merch is for everyone.
When we see non-Indigenous people wearing our designs, we feel proud that they are repping our merch and culture.
When we see Aboriginal designs in the world, it means Indigenous people are not invisible in the landscape.
But, purchasing from Aboriginal brands, businesses and wearing Indigenous designs alone is surface-level allyship. There needs to be more commitment than just buying from Aboriginal brands and businesses.
Wearing Aboriginal design is not dismantling a system that oppresses Indigenous people. Allies need to do more and learn more. Wearing our tees is a great starting point. We have equipped you with our merch and some of the educational content to go with them. We want you to go out in the world, have these important conversations and find ways to do more and support more.
Care Instructions
Machine wash. Do not bleach - we love our colour ❤️. Hang in shade.
ABOUT CLOTHING THE GAPS
Did you know?! Clothing The Gaps is a play on the words "Closing the Gap", which is an Australian Government health initiative to help close the life expectancy gap between Aboriginal people and non-Indigenous Australians.
Clothing The Gaps is a Victorian Aboriginal led and controlled, and majority Aboriginal owned social enterprise, co-founded by Laura Thompson (Gunditjmara) and Sarah Sheridan (non-Indigenous).
As a social enterprise Clothing The Gaps are profit for purpose and are registered with Social Traders.
Clothing The Gaps are proud that their social enterprise through their retail and distribution space is a hub of Indigenous employment. Eighty-one percent (81%) of our staff members are mob . Clothing The Gaps strive to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait people actively supporting them to grow and pursue their life goals and ambitions. In 2020-2021 financial year we created over 9000 hours of employment for mob.
Clothing The Gaps is certified as a Victorian Aboriginal business with Kinaway Chamber of Commerce Victoria and certified as an Aboriginal business with Supply Nation.
Clothing The Gaps hold an Ethical Clothing Australia accreditation.
Clothing The Gaps became a certified B Corporation Australia in March 2022 with their first accreditation score of 123.9
Clothing The Gaps is a Member & Signatory of the Indigenous Art Code.
