What does ZDROPPED mean?
Z_DROPPED is a folder on the server where we place unused artwork to either die or revisit. If you use a MAC, the "Z" floats the file to the bottom of the deck so it is out of sight, out of mind.
For more information, please visit our ABOUT section.
Why were these designs dropped?
A majority of these designs were DROPPED due to having too many SKU’s in the line, over budget, or an opinion from someone in a high ranking position that thought it wouldn't sell well.
We are showcasing them, for the first time, for you to decide.
Explain the price?
Good apparel costs more to make — and it should.
Our pieces are:
- Designed by experienced industry professionals.
- Produced responsibly in the USA.
- Made with durable fabrics that hold their structure.
- Printed to last, not crack after a few washes.
This isn’t disposable fashion.
It’s everyday gear made to stay in your rotation.
When you invest in a piece, you're paying for:
- Quality materials.
- Skilled production.
- Fair compensation.
- Long-term wearability.
If you’re comparing it to fast-fashion pricing, it may seem higher.
If you’re comparing it to how long you’ll actually wear it, it makes sense.
Why so many Designs / Options?
Every item is made to order, allowing us to showcase more Designers, their work with as little to no waste possible.
Do you sell only T-Shirts?
At the moment, we are focusing on Graphic Based Products.
As we grow, we will look into other categorties by other vetted Creatives. We will scout the hidden talent in our industry.
We look forward to showcasing you all the products that have never seen the daylight. This is why supporting us early, is important.
Your Purchase helps us get there.
How are your products made?
All of our products help support domestic manufacturing and made in America.
We believe in investing in our country and community.
Every garment, koozie, mousepad, box, sticker, tape, envelope, etc, is all sourced from a mom and pop shop located in America.
Our products are trackable, traceable, certified, child labor free, trusted, and our partners are paid fairly and equal.
Every product is printed by hand in our Long Beach California facility.
We do not support large Direct To Film printing (DTF) as the film, when discarded, is harmful and wasteful to our planet.
We print Direct To Garment (DTG), as ordered, to ensure there is as little to zero waste as possible.
Ask us about our End of Life Program!
Is this spam?
No this is not spam! (lol)
We encourage you to call or email us anytime to talk to any of our in house, American Based, Customer Service representatives.
Do you use AI?
As the world constantly changes, we feel it is important to adapt to our surroundings.
Yes, we are using AI to help us grow since we are still a young and small team.
Big brands are using AI to eliminate our positions, so we are using AI to tell our stories.
We feel that AI is a tool that can be used to harm or for good and we choose for good.
Do you use Photoshop?
Yes! (lol)
As Designers, we have been using this as a tool since its conception.
We do our best to never mislead, lie, or stretch the truth. We have been doing this for a long time, so trust us, we know what we are doing :)
All things photoshopped are matched as equal to the actual physical product as close as possible.
If you decide to make a purchase, and are not happy the the product, please contact us and we will refund you, replace it, no questions asked!
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This isn't a Frequently Asked Question, but is a Frequently Made Statemen.
Every teamster at Z_DROPPED is credited, vetted, and all claims are true.
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