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Embroidered "Here Lies “Boys Will Be Boys” and Other Horror Stories" Cozy Sweatshirt

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“Boys will be boys” is so common that almost everyone knows exactly what it means — and far too often, it’s used to excuse sexist, aggressive, controlling or harmful behavior instead of holding boys and men accountable for it.

This phrase has nothing to do with boys liking trucks, getting muddy or being loud. The problem is when “boys will be boys” is used to make harmful behavior seem inevitable — as if kindness, respect and self-control are somehow too much to expect from boys.

Imagine if all the energy spent repeating that excuse went into teaching boys that harmful behavior isn’t something people should simply accept from them. Boys are completely capable of empathy, accountability and respect — our expectations should reflect that.

The Here Lies “Boys Will Be Boys” and Other Horror Stories sweatshirt is coziness with purpose — a soft, sturdy sweatshirt for colder days, easy loungewear, and the perfect Halloween outfit for burying one of culture’s most overused excuses for harmful behavior once and for all. ⚰️

As always, 50% of Votes of Confidence profits are donated to organizations and causes aligned with the messages we put into the world, helping turn conversation into real-world change.

Details:
• Pre-shrunk
• Classic fit
• Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
• Subtle orange hue shifts with lighting in the Orange color variant.
• This item is made especially for you through print-on-demand production — meaning it’s created only when you order it. No overstock, no unnecessary waste. It may take a few extra days to arrive, but it’s a more thoughtful, sustainable choice (and those add up to real impact ?).
Color: Navy
Size: S

Size Chart

Product measurements

Measurements are provided by suppliers. Product measurements may vary by up to 2" (5 cm).

Pro tip! Measure one of your products at home and compare with the measurements you see in this guide.

product-measurements
A Length

Place the end of a measuring tape beside the collar at the top of the garment (high point shoulder). Pull the tape to the bottom of the item.

B Width

Place the end of a measuring tape at one side of the chest area and pull the tape across to the other side of the product.

C Sleeve length

Place the end of a measuring tape at the center back of the collar, then pull the tape along the top seam of the sleeve. When you get to the shoulder hold the tape in place at the shoulder and continue to pull down the sleeve until you reach the hem of the sleeve.

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Size chart

Size Label Length Width Sleeve length
S 27 20 33 ½
M 28 22 34 ½
L 29 24 35 ½
XL 30 26 36 ½
2XL 31 28 37 ½
3XL 32 30 38 ½
4XL 33 32 39 ½
5XL 34 34 40 ½
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What does “print on demand” mean?

It means your item is made just for you when you order it — no overstock, no waste. It takes a few extra days, but it’s a more thoughtful, sustainable choice (and those add up to real impact 💚).

Can I return my item if I change my mind?

Since everything’s print-on-demand, we don’t accept returns for buyer’s remorse. 🙅 But! If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, we’ll happily make it right. Just follow the simple steps in your delivery confirmation email, and we’ll sort it. ✔️