Silent Witness No. 08 Tee | The Occult Archive
Silent Witness No. 08 Tee | The Occult Archive
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Description
Description
THE CONCEPT
"Silent Witness" No. 08 is an archival exploration of nature's most enigmatic nocturnal cipher. Capturing the iconic Death's-head Hawkmoth with the clinical precision of a 19th-century scientific engraving, the natural skull marking on its thorax is rendered in razor-sharp anatomical detail. A wearable natural-history specimen plate engineered for modern daily expression.
THE ARCHIVE
Part of The Occult Archive within The Archive by PODAURORA — celebrating Victorian natural history engravings, entomological records, and dark academic iconography.
THE CRAFT & SPECIFICATIONS
- Substantial Heavyweight Canvas: 230 GSM 100% Premium Combed Cotton offering an opaque, structured drape that holds its boxy silhouette.
- Archival Fine-Line DTG Infusion: Advanced soft-feel printing process that captures intricate wing striations and skeletal thoracic details without surface stiffness or cracking.
- Architectural Cut: Relaxed boxy streetwear fit, reinforced seamless rib collar that prevents bacon-neck stretching, and precision double-needle hems.
- Colorway: Available in Carbon Black and Pure Chalk White, engineered for maximum anatomical linework contrast.
STYLING NOTE
The definitive dark academic centerpiece. Pairs effortlessly with distressed raw denim, heavy cargo trousers, or styled clean layered beneath an unbuttoned minimalist utility jacket.
Size & Fit
Size & Fit
FIT ADVICE: Engineered with a relaxed, architectural boxy drape. Fits true to size for a modern silhouette. For an exaggerated dropped-shoulder streetwear look, size up one size.
| Size | Shoulder | Chest | Length | Sleeve |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 13.8" | 36.6" | 26.8" | 7.9" |
| S | 15.8" | 37.8" | 28.0" | 8.3" |
| M | 17.8" | 41.0" | 29.1" | 8.3" |
| L | 19.8" | 44.0" | 30.0" | 9.1" |
| XL | 21.8" | 48.0" | 31.1" | 9.1" |
| 2XL | 23.8" | 52.0" | 31.9" | 9.9" |
| 3XL | 25.8" | 56.0" | 32.7" | 9.9" |
| 4XL | 27.8" | 60.0" | 33.5" | 10.3" |
| 5XL | 29.8" | 64.0" | 34.3" | 10.3" |
Measurements taken flat. Tolerance ±0.5 inches.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
• Crafted to Order: Production takes 1-2 business days.
• Standard US Shipping: Delivered within 3-6 business days after dispatch.
• Tracking Number provided via email as soon as your order ships.
• 7-Day Quality Guarantee: Free replacement or refund for any misprints or defects.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
• Machine wash cold, inside-out, on a gentle cycle with mild detergent.
• Tumble dry low or hang-dry for the longest lifespan.
• Do not iron directly on the graphic print. Do not dry clean.
• Dark Colors First Wash: Wash dark colorways separately for the first 1–2 cycles. Natural surface micro-fuzz shedding may temporarily darken wash water during initial laundering. This completely stabilizes after 1–2 washes and will not affect garment color richness, vibrancy, or colorfastness.
