My daughter turned me on to Octopied Mind - and now I'm addicted. Two tees, one sweater and now I have three quarters of the brand on my want list. Life long new customer here!
• Relaxed Fit.
• 83% cotton, 17% polyester.
• Mineral Wash Fabric.
• Heavyweight 280 GSM.
• Hand drawn graphics.
• Screen-printed.
• For best care, wash cold and lay flat to dry.
Cassidy is 5’10”. Bust: 37”, Waist: 31”, Low Hip: 38”. Wearing a size Small.
Brett is 5'7". Bust: 48.5”, Waist: 43”, Low Hip: 51”. Wearing a size 2X.
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Introducing the Embrace the Existential Dread Heavy Weight Vintage T-Shirt, because if our internal spirals mirror the Earth's relentless orbit through the cosmic abyss, let's ensure we travel in style.
From alien invasions to mundane Monday mornings, our designs are for those who find beauty in the absurd, comfort in the chaos, and a reason to laugh when the void stares back. Why? Because what we resist persists, and what we embrace transforms into something equally nonsensical, yet, somehow, a bit more bearable... I suppose.
As we contemplate the mysteries of existence and our insignificance, we find comfort in its shared absurdity. Through laughter and self-expression, we defy the void's indifference and give meaning to our own lives in the vast expanse of the universe.
However, if nothing truly matters, neither does money, so why not spend it here? Because you certainly can't take it to the next inevitable destination.
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 93 reviews.
My daughter turned me on to Octopied Mind - and now I'm addicted. Two tees, one sweater and now I have three quarters of the brand on my want list. Life long new customer here!
Katherine M. 5/5 Verified
So happy with my purchase! The fit is perfect, and amazing quality, will definitely be getting more :)
Chelsea O. 5/5 Verified
Absolutely love the texture and the art. The quality is beautiful on both fronts. I will buy more!
Jenica C. 5/5 Verified
Jenica C. 5/5 Verified
love it
Katie B. 5/5 Verified
Bought it as a gift for my wife for Mother’s Day and she loved it. It was easy to order and quick to ship and deliver. Will definitely order something else in the future!
Ryan G. 5/5 Verified
shirt material is AWESOME, thick and structured but so soft. the short fit is perfect. ive worn it twice and i have to stop myself from wearing it all the time
Mackenzie R. 5/5 Verified
Love this shirt, fits perfectly! Material is thicker than I thought, but its very comfy
Selena R. 5/5 Verified
Love the quality and fit. They’re perfect! 🤩
Devyn G. 5/5 Verified
New favorite shirt! ❤️
Natashia W. 5/5 Verified
Love the design and the meaning behind it.
Jenell D. 5/5 Verified
I got this as a gift for a friend and I was so happy with the quality. It’s such a nice, soft and thick t shirt. Definitely worth the money. It is cropped but pictured accurately so depending who it’s for might need a tank underneath. Shipped quickly and packaged really well. Thank you!
Janis S. 5/5 Verified
If you're on the fence about this shirt- buy it. It's really food quality fabric, a unique design, flattering fit. Worth every penny.
Marisa S. 5/5 Verified
I love my shirt! I wore it to help my students appreciate the main character of Shirley Jackson's 'We Have Always Lived in the Castle' -- very successful as a teaching tool, and fabulous as an article of clothing.
Carol Cude M. 5/5 Verified
Loveee their stuff
Caitlyn A. 5/5 Verified
Such an awesome shirt! The fabric is clearly high quality, heavy and soft, and the print is very vibrant.
Jayme O. 5/5 Verified
Good quality as always
Alicia H. 5/5 Verified
Wearing this to work today haha! Absolutely love your shirts as a plus sized girlie. So soft, high quality, and the artwork is so eye catching and fun.
Zoe K. 5/5 Verified
Great design, amazing quality, looking forward to wearing it all the time while embracing the existential dread 😄
Vera B. 5/5 Verified
Completely blown away with the quality! Thick fabric and vibrant print, which is sure to last a long time. Super cute design and fit - love the short length that shows just a bit of tummy. It's my new favourite shirt and will be wearing it a lot!
Laura 5/5
In love with this shirt! It’s such a great quality shirt and the design is so beautiful and cool. I will definitely be ordering more in the future!
Sally F. 5/5 Verified
Absolutely beautiful! Great thick material for fall/winter months. Can't wait to buy more!
Jordyn F. 5/5 Verified
The quality of the fabric is excellent and I overall really love the product!
Allie K. 5/5 Verified
Shipping was fast! The shirt itself is a heavy soft tee. It's just the right amount of oversized/boxy. The graphic is vibrant and as expected. It looks like it will age well
Melissa B. 5/5 Verified
One of my favorites, love it!
Jaimie J. 5/5 Verified
I ripped my other version of this shirt and luckily this came back in stock and I could not scoop it up fast enough! My fave shirt by far.
Caitlin D. 5/5 Verified
Soft, heavyweight fabric that hangs nicely. Super comfortable- love it!
Rebeccah 5/5
I really like this shirt, it’s a nice heavyweight fabric but it’s also super soft. The fabric drapes very nicely:)
Jenn T. 5/5 Verified
Love the weight of this shirt
Jen J. 5/5 Verified
The feel and quality of this shirt is incredible. Fits true to size, super soft and comfortable.
Caitlin L. 5/5 Verified
Super soft and durable feeling. Its a "want to wear everyday" shirt
Meghann C. 5/5 Verified
This shirt is so cute and well made. I'll definitely be buying more.
Jenna R. 5/5 Verified
Nice shirt with a good heavy weight!- not typical tshirt material. The art on it looks great as well. The short shirt, which I ordered as a small, fits as expected - I am 5’8” and a little heavier than the model.
Maja J. 5/5 Verified
I love this shirt! It’s a heavier material and sits perfectly at my waist.
Megan S. 5/5 Verified
Not only does this shirt have a cool design, but the material is high quality - it’s got a great weight to it! The medium crop is perfect! Highly recommend <3
Tanja S. 5/5 Verified
Amazing quality. So soft and comfy!
Kerstin K. 5/5 Verified
V cute! The order came quickly too. Will definitely be a repeat customer!
Kristin D. 5/5 Verified
Embrace the Existential Dread Heavy Weight Vintage T-Shirt
Store owner replied: Heck yes, Kristin — this made our day! 💫 So pumped to hear everything arrived quickly and that you’re loving the tee. We’ll be here anytime you need another existential crisis in shirt form 😉
Bought as a gift for a friend, we got matching ones, and it’s the perfect gift for a summer like 2025, just embracing the existential crisis.lol
Alisan C. 5/5 Verified
Love the material, it’s so soft and durable. It’s heavier than your standard T shirt material but I really love it.
Alisan C. 5/5 Verified
The fabric feels soft and heavy as advertised! The colors are vivid and the short length is just right for me to wear with high waisted slacks. I will be a repeat customer for sure. I live in Canada and the shipping was super fast, I got my order within 3 days I think.
Raysa H. 5/5 Verified