Go down to their Carnaby Street store, and hand in your old Howies jeans (make sure you have your goodbye ‘moment’ beforehand otherwise it could be a bit embarrassing), and then say howdy to a shiny new pair of Howies jeans and get a free T-shirt worth £25 to start your new life together. And don’t you worry about that old pair, you can trust Howies to take care of them. After an emergency dose of CPR and some bed-rest they might be sold on in store or recycled to make a brand new pair, but rest assured they’ll never forget you.

Best friends forever

In recent years, the outdoor fleece market has evolved and more fashionable products have entered the marketplace. They want to continue to offer our customers products that look good, perform and provide real value for money. Their refreshed and improved Outdoor fleece range does just that!

The key benefits of the Jerzees Colours new range are:

• Denser compact fleece fabric - for superior decoration
• Warmth without weight – no more bulky layering!
• Improved fit and style – less boxy, more foxy!
• Sleeker, neater, smarter – simply a better offering across the range with men’s women’s and kid’s styles available in key colours.

The Outdoor fleece range now includes:

• 8700M Full Zip Outdoor Fleece - Size XS-4XL
• 873M Ladies’ Full Zip Outdoor Fleece - Size XS-XXL
• 8720M Outdoor Fleece Gilet -Size XS-XXL
• 8740M Quarter Zip Outdoor Fleece - Size XS-XXL
• 870B Kid’s Full Zip Outdoor Fleece -Size S-XXL age 3-4/11-12

Timeless and constantly evolving and reinventing itself, the must ache is a great first step to a complete style makeover. But it has been brought to my attention that upper lip hair growth is a tricky art to master, and for some it is simply not possible; whether it’s because you’re a bit thin and patchy facial-hair wise, or maybe because like my good self – you are a girl. Don’t reach for the false moustache just yet though because the moustache no longer needs to be something that is purely a facial statement, and moreover, it doesn’t have to be “au natural”.

If you’re thinking of investing in a life-long crop of false hair Magic Pony have brought out a range of solid gold, Inspector Closeau style moustache necklaces for a touch of French sophistication. Or, if you are already the proud owner of your very own tache, why not show it off by letting everyone know “My Moustache brings all the girls to the yard” and dang-right, it’s better than yours, by wearing this lovely tee by Local Celebrity.

What a charmer

The other foot cleverly reminds you what you have to do...vote

And if shoes aren’t your thing, why not have your chosen potential president encrusted on your finger with some electoral ring bling by Hidalgo? In either light or dark blue these enamel, gold and diamond rings surely win the vote. I wonder if McCain wears one on his pinkie.

Pinkies at the ready

1. To say “Hi”, say – privEt
2. If someone sneezes, bless them by saying - bUte zdarOvy
3. And if you’re looking for John say - Ya ichU DzhOna

If this whets your linguistic appetite then why not learn some more “Tender Russian Words and Phrases”. This seventeen chapter online phrasebook gives you all you need to know for a little Russian affection. To let everyone know that you’re fluent in this East Slavic language why not wear a Russian text t-shirt? These ingenious creations are designed by Artemy Lebedev and look oh so complicated with lines of Russian script across the chest…but no one needs to know that what they actually say is “Um, well, ya know”, or “Some witty saying”.

Um, well, ya know

Already lot cooler than Brian, Scott Hansen outdoes the double identity by adding a third alias to his persona, is there anything the man cannot do? This San Francisco based musician (known as Tycho) and designer (ISO50) is achingly cool, as can only be expected of someone who can pull together three identities. His designs are composed of blocks of colour effortlessly shaped into meaning. With seemingly endless bending lines and distortions, ISO50 redefines familiar iconography with new visual perspectives, and what’s more he’s unafraid of colour. How can you make four numbers super-stylish? Have a look at the ISO50 1976 shirt as a prime example. And if you’d like an ISO50ian representation of your favourite city take a peek at this London shirt.

Just don’t get him confused with another Scott Hansen (slightly overweight stand up American comedian) whose nose you must scratch in order to enter his website. That would be a doubling of identity too far.

Numbers have never looked so good

LaFraise is a wonderfully democratic, yet also incredibly competitive t-shirt design site. With two ongoing competitions, un: laFraise classic, et deux: laFraise Mademoiselle, the idea behind the whole thing is that the members of the site who do all the voting end up getting the designs that they like the best printed…it’s not rocket science really is it? It’s survival of the most popular. After you’ve done your voting and everyone else agrees that the said design is the cream of the competition, you can trot on off to the shop at laFraise and bag your freshly printed goodies.

LaFraise is pretty sharp because it cuts out all the waste of printing t-shirts which nobody likes with the added thrill of the competitive spirit. I’m particularly fond of laFraise because it’s French for ‘strawberry’ and I really like strawberries, but aside from that, the website is also decked out in seasonal autumnal shades with no shortage of pumpkins, and if that doesn’t encourage you to vote, vote, vote, then just take a moment to dwell with gratitude on the fact laFraise is another example of buying a t-shirt being about so much more than just buying a t-shirt.

Long before Miss Alaska came on the scene, Hillary was giving the world a lesson in what (not) to wear as a professional woman.

Don't adjust your screens - it really is just her trousers

But over time, things have improved. By combining sharp tailoring and soft muted hues, Ms Rodham Clinton’s notorious power suits scream “Trust me, I mean business – but I’m also very approachable.” Evidently though, people didn’t trust her or approach her enough alas.

Now to Ms Palin. It has recently been revealed that this fascinating creature has been made over to the tune of $150,000. Nice. Maybe I’ll run for Vice-President next time round. My wardrobe could do with a bit of a revamp and I think I’m about as qualified for the job as the pitbull in lipstick. People initially seemed to warm to her all-American working woman bombshell style – gorgeous shoes and chic suits, capped with lashings of lippy, a snappy up do and those famous frameless specs. But then she opens her mouth. A lesson once again that you shouldn’t judge a hockey mom by its cover.

While the presidential race is undoubtedly gripping, let’s not overlook the battle for First Lady. Michelle v Cindy. Effortless v high-maintenance. Cotton jersey v taffeta. Democrat v Republican. Cindy McCain took to the stage at the Republican National Convention wearing a $300,000 outfit (hideous, I might add), a sum that somewhat discredits her husband’s claim to be a man of the people, just another Joe Six-Pack.

If a velociraptor were dipped in gold, this is what it would look like

Michelle Obama, on the other hand, has chosen elegant ensembles in bright colours, giving her an air of understated confidence, rather like Barack’s approach to the campaign. Maybe the gobstoppers round the neck are a step too far towards approachability though…

About to cross the finish line of the fashion race in first place...

I firmly believe that the Democrats have triumphed in the fashion race, but whether this outcome arises on the 4th remains to be seen. Fingers crossed – otherwise it will be frameless specs all round.

With a wide variety of God goodies on offer, there’s most certainly something for everyone, and it’s difficult not to be impressed with this stuff. It’s witty, ingenious, fabulously kitsch and so very practical. In fact, in the true spirit of loving your neighbour, Christian kitsch provides a holy remedy for every situation you might find yourself in, you just have to turn to Jesus. With recession depression on the horizon, perhaps now would be the best time to start saving up those precious pennies. Christian kitsch even caters for your financial needs with the Jesus design glitter money-box from Paperchase. With a blinging Jesus for encouragement, saving those pennies has never been so holy.

Thou shalt save

After a bit of a save up why not splash out on a lovely Jesus night-light of the world, the nights are drawing in after all, and it was God who said “Let there be light” remember. Or perhaps when you’re lonely on a Friday night, just frying up some mushrooms, let Jesus keep you company with the Jesus Pan – watch your back Tefel non-stick because this pan will definitely save you from burning. And if the twelve disciples were still around today you betcha they’d be tearing off their New Testament robes and those tea-towels on their heads (we’ve all worn them in some low-budget school nativity) for a stylish Jesus tee – just think of the publicity potential they’d have. The staple of the Christian kitsch wardrobe is the classic Jesus is my Homeboy shirt, but the fun doesn’t end there my friends, as I’m sure that even Richard Dawkins would be tempted by this Reeses rip-off “Sweet Saviour” shirt.

Who's your homeboy?

It's a bit like sitting on Jesus' knee

Recently, I stumbled across a friend of mine (I study English Literature remember…we are all geeks) with a delightfully encouraging “Reading is Sexy” badge pinned to her lapel, and allegedly this is not just a fashion statement as recent surveys have shown that reading could be as effective as that new aftershave/mascara in terms of attracting the opposite sex. Of course it all depends on what you’re reading, and apparently if you leave the ‘3 for 2’ or ‘Richard and Judy’s Summer Read’ sticker on the front it’s a big no-no. Trust me, you’ll think twice next time you’re browsing the shelves in Waterstones.

Where's her book???

If your favourite genre is the short story then you could be in luck if you pop over to La Fraise for your next t-shirt. Can’t put that book down? Well now you don’t have if you’re wearing the Storyteller tee. With a dramatic narrative that features Japanese monsters, U.F.O’s, deadly lasers and samurai swords you won’t be able to take your eyes off yourself! Each word is printed in a font that reflects it’s meaning, so it’s almost illustrated in its own words, and as if the story itself wasn’t exciting enough you can even see these fantastical words issue from the mouth of the bespeckled literary genius himself who sits in a rocking chair at the bottom of the t-shirt holding his dapper top hat.

After reading the story he became partially dog

If all this fabric fiction talk inspires you to pen your own literary creation then there’s nothing to stop you from writing your own masterpiece. Then all you have to do is get it printed onto your very own t-shirt and you’re a published author! Following the footsteps of J.K Rowling you could conceive the next Harry Potter off your own back. Just make sure you’re wearing a vest in case anyone tries to turn your pages or else you could have a bit of a situation.

EarthPositive apparel has everything, so to speak. It is made in India from certified organic cotton. It is made in carbon neutral manufacturing facilities and the manufactuer’s offices (Continental) in London use only renewable green electricity.

EarthPositive apparel is certified by the Oeko-Tex 100 Standard, Class I. The Oeko-Tex 100 Standard is a guarantee of the safety of textiles and dyestuffs to human health.The manufacturing facilities have been audited by the Fair Wear Foundation, and are being licensed by the FLO - Fairtrade Labelling Organisation. It is a 100% organic product, produced under the Global Organic Textile Standard and certified by The Control Union and The Soil Association.

I could go on, cut-and-pasting and editing their great PDF factsheet but I think you get the message. This stuff is great, offered at a sensible price and can be screen printed or embroidered just like any of the garments in our promotional catalogue. So next time you are thinking about t-shirt printing, think about printing on an EarthPositive item!

EarthPositive Polo Shirt