There was a time when money wasn't enough.
To buy everyday essentials, you also needed kartki: ration cards for meat, butter, sugar, and countless other basics. They became one of the defining symbols of life in the Polish People's Republic, representing long queues, empty shelves, and a generation that learned to laugh in the face of shortages.
This design faithfully recreates one of those iconic ration cards, preserving the worn paper, faded ink, and unmistakable look of the originals. It's a tribute to the resilience, humour, and shared memories of everyone who remembers the PRL.
Whether you grew up with kartki tucked into a wallet or only know the stories from your parents and grandparents, this shirt is more than nostalgia. It's a conversation about a remarkable chapter of Polish history.
If you know, you know.
Lightweight, lived-in comfort meets subtle vintage graphics. This cotton tee wears like a favorite from day one — soft, breathable, and built to move with you. Layer it with an oversized cardigan for slow weekend mornings, roll the sleeves for errands, or wear it under a denim jacket on cooler evenings. It doesn’t shout; it keeps you looking thoughtfully put-together while you go about the small rituals of your day.
Product features
- 100% ring-spun cotton (lightweight 153 g/m²) for a soft, breathable feel
- Tubular knit without side seams for a clean drape and reduced fabric waste
- Ribbed collar with shoulder tape to maintain shape and prevent stretching
- Pearlized tear-away label and OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified for comfort and safety
- DTG and DTF print methods for crisp artwork; EU 2-year warranty and compliance with safety standards
Care instructions
- Do not dryclean
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), with similar colors
There was a time when money wasn't enough.
To buy everyday essentials, you also needed kartki: ration cards for meat, butter, sugar, and countless other basics. They became one of the defining symbols of life in the Polish People's Republic, representing long queues, empty shelves, and a generation that learned to laugh in the face of shortages.
This design faithfully recreates one of those iconic ration cards, preserving the worn paper, faded ink, and unmistakable look of the originals. It's a tribute to the resilience, humour, and shared memories of everyone who remembers the PRL.
Whether you grew up with kartki tucked into a wallet or only know the stories from your parents and grandparents, this shirt is more than nostalgia. It's a conversation about a remarkable chapter of Polish history.
If you know, you know.
Lightweight, lived-in comfort meets subtle vintage graphics. This cotton tee wears like a favorite from day one — soft, breathable, and built to move with you. Layer it with an oversized cardigan for slow weekend mornings, roll the sleeves for errands, or wear it under a denim jacket on cooler evenings. It doesn’t shout; it keeps you looking thoughtfully put-together while you go about the small rituals of your day.
Product features
- 100% ring-spun cotton (lightweight 153 g/m²) for a soft, breathable feel
- Tubular knit without side seams for a clean drape and reduced fabric waste
- Ribbed collar with shoulder tape to maintain shape and prevent stretching
- Pearlized tear-away label and OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified for comfort and safety
- DTG and DTF print methods for crisp artwork; EU 2-year warranty and compliance with safety standards
Care instructions
- Do not dryclean
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), with similar colors
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