The Light Shines in the Darkness Sweatshirt

✶ Original artwork created in collaboration with A Writer and the Word (@awriterandtheword on instagram) ✶

Inspired by John 8:12 and the themes of grace, surrender, and walking in the light, this vintage-inspired Christian graphic sweatshirt was designed for believers, book lovers, and those drawn to meaningful faith-based apparel.

Printed on a premium Independent Trading Co. pigment-dyed crewneck with a soft lived-in feel, this relaxed unisex style blends modern Christian aesthetic, biblical inspiration, and bookish style into an elevated everyday tee.

✶ PRODUCT DETAILS ✶
• Independent Trading Co. pigment-dyed sweatshirt
• 80% cotton / 20% polyester fleece lining
• Garment-dyed for a vintage worn-in look and feel
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Soft, durable midweight fabric
• Professionally printed in-house
• Available in adult sizes S–3XL
• Size up for an oversized fit

✶ HOW IT’S MADE ✶
All apparel is printed to order by our family-run Southern California design studio using high-quality printing and water-based inks. Our printing process creates soft, long-lasting designs that won’t crack or peel over time.

✶ SIZE & FIT ✶
Independent Trading Co. pigment-dyed sweatshirts feature a relaxed unisex fit with a soft vintage feel. For an oversized fit, we recommend sizing up depending on your preferred look. Measurements are taken laying flat.

S — Width: 20" | Length: 27"
M — Width: 22" | Length: 28"
L — Width: 23.5" | Length: 29"
XL — Width: 25.5" | Length: 30"
2XL — Width: 27" | Length: 31"
3XL — Width: 28" | Length: 32"

✶ PROCESSING & SHIPPING ✶
Each item is made to order just for you. While many orders ship early, please allow the full processing window shown on the listing during busy seasons and holidays.

✶ PLEASE NOTE ✶
Due to the garment-dyeing process, slight variations in color and texture may occur and are part of the unique character of each sweatshirt.

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