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Designed by Isabel Osgood-Roach (me!) & my spouse Zoe Walsh using classified ads published in our original copy of On Our Backs magazine (given to Zoe in 2012 by an elder lesbian who was clearing clutter!!) from fall 1986. We scanned & rearranged our favorite - most evocative, sexy, and tender - personal ads to make a one-of-a-kind queer tee, sourced from the lesbian archive <3 This issue even included a classified written by trans angel Lou Sullivan to disseminate the transgender support guide he wrote in the same year!
Personal ad classifieds on the front PLUS community/organizing/publications classifieds printed on the back - Gay Community News, Mom Guess What newspaper, the Wishing Well, Leather and Lace (“California’s oldest and largest Lesbian S/M organization”), SF Sex Information Volunteer Training, and Outrageous Women journal, and the year - Fall, 1986…it’s amazing!!!!
Shirts are screenprinted locally at a trans-owned small biz, Print Shop LA, on high-quality, loose (“unisex”) fitting Los Angeles Apparel 6.5 oz. heavyweight t-shirts. You will love the fit and feel of these vintage-inspired, made to last t-shirts!
Designed by Isabel Osgood-Roach (me!) & my spouse Zoe Walsh using classified ads published in our original copy of On Our Backs magazine (given to Zoe in 2012 by an elder lesbian who was clearing clutter!!) from fall 1986. We scanned & rearranged our favorite - most evocative, sexy, and tender - personal ads to make a one-of-a-kind queer tee, sourced from the larchive <3 This issue even included a classified written by trans angel Lou Sullivan to disseminate the transgender support guide he wrote in the same year!
Shirts are screenprinted locally at a trans-owned small biz, Print Shop LA, on high-quality, loose (“unisex”) fitting Los Angeles Apparel 6.5 oz. heavyweight long sleeve shirts. You will love the fit and feel of these vintage-inspired, made to last tees!
This long-sleeve version has personal ad classifieds on the front PLUS community/organizing/publications classifieds on the back - Gay Community News, Mom Guess What newspaper, the Wishing Well, Leather and Lace (“California’s oldest and largest Lesbian S/M organization”), SF Sex Information Volunteer Training, and Outrageous Women journal, and the year - Fall, 1986…it’s amazing!!!!
SOLD OUT FOREVER AFTER THIS! Please note the ones I have left are a darker marigold than the ones in these photos. Please email or DM me if you’d like a pic before purchasing!
The Tara top: named after legendary queer witch Tara of Buffy fame, of course…ties in the front, cut & sewn in small batches by a sister-owned business in downtown LA :) Wear no bra underneath, a sporty bra (like my crop bras, ARQ, Pansy, etc.!), or layer with a long sleeve shirt. Cut to be loose & comfy! A bestselling style!!!
Please note that these tops are hand dyed by me - variations in exact tone of marigold (lighter to more punchy) to be expected! This latest round is a deeper/richer tone of orangey yellow!
See this style on gorgeous human bodies here !
THIS IS THE VERY LAST STOCK OF THESE FANTASTIC PANTS ♡ GRAB ‘EM WHILE YOU CAN!!! ♡ SOLD OUT SIZES WILL NOT BE COMING BACK ☹ TRULY THE END OF AN ERA!!
Cotton-blend denim pants, cut & sewn in LA with an elastic high waist & side pockets! Exceptionally comfortable!! This fabric/cut in particular is veryyy gender-flexible!
These studio pants effortlessly give a "raw denim look" without the stiffness, heaviness, and lack of stretch. They retain their shape while being loose and comfortable to wear - making it the perfect alternative to traditional raw denim. Locally-sourced 70% Cotton, 27% Polyester, 3% Spandex fabric.
Care instructions: Machine wash cold. Tumble dry low.
Sizing observations: These pants run slightly larger than the cotton or rayon/linen blend. If you’re between sizes, size down. They also should not shrink very much with a cold wash/tumble dry, though hang dry is safest! :)
☆ MORE CUSTOMER PICS IN THESE PANTS HERE! More pics on my Instagram highlights here!
Double layer cotton spandex ribbed tube top! Cut & sewn in small batches in downtown LA by a sister-owned business I love working with <3 Super high-quality tube top — noticeably good!!!
Hand wash cold, tumble dry low or lay flat to dry
SOLD OUT FOREVER AFTER THIS :( :(
Cute & comfy mesh long-sleeve with ziggy zaggy detailing! Lightweight, cropped length hits around the belly button, perfect with high-waisted pants. Layer a crop bra or any tank underneath. Just wore this exact outfit to a “capture the flag” in the park picnic birthday party and felt comfortable, not overdressed, and stylish. My wish is that you do too!!! My wish is that you do too!!! Also a great top for travel because it’s super lightweight and doesn’t wrinkle! Fabric is 94% nylon, 6% spandex, cut & sewn in LA. I’m very sensitive (tactile sensory-wise) to fabric quality and feel that this mesh is comfortable and not scratchy! Care for it best by hand washing cold & hanging dry :)
This top & all of my readymades are not exclusive to me (or made by me), they are designed, cut & sewn in small batches in LA by an amazing sister/family-owned business I love working with!! You are supporting TWO ethical, women-operated enterprises who exist within a few miles of one another! I only choose styles I think my customers would feel the most amazing in and that I’ve tested out myself first! :)
Sizing observations: runs generally the same as other readymade tops, size chart here! Fabric has spandex so it is stretchy. Length is cropped. Size up if you want a looser fit. Always happy to exchange sizes if you’re not happy, so no stress!
Cute & comfy mesh long-sleeve with ziggy zaggy detailing! Lightweight, cropped length hits around the belly button, perfect with high-waisted pants. Layer a crop bra or any tank underneath. Just wore this exact outfit to a “capture the flag” in the park picnic birthday party and felt comfortable, not overdressed, and stylish. My wish is that you do too!!! My wish is that you do too!!! Also a great top for travel because it’s super lightweight and doesn’t wrinkle! Fabric is 94% nylon, 6% spandex, cut & sewn in LA. I’m very sensitive (tactile sensory-wise) to fabric quality and feel that this mesh is comfortable and not scratchy! Care for it best by hand washing cold & hanging dry :)
This top is not exclusive to me, it’s designed, cut & sewn in LA by an amazing sister-owned business I love working with!!
Sizing observations: runs generally the same as other readymade tops, size chart here! Fabric has spandex so it is stretchy. Length is cropped. Size up if you want a looser fit. Always happy to exchange sizes if you’re not happy, so no stress!
THIS IS THE VERY LAST STOCK OF THESE FANTASTIC PANTS ♡ GRAB ‘EM WHILE YOU CAN!!! ♡ SOLD OUT SIZES WILL NOT BE COMING BACK ☹ TRULY THE END OF AN ERA!!
100% cotton lightweight denim pants, cut & sewn in LA with an elastic waist & side pockets! Exceptionally comfortable pants! Nafeesa and I wore these on a 90 degree July day - they’re breathable, soft, and easy to move in (literally - we climbed rocks, swung on swings, dangled from monkey bars in them). Since they are cut loose, they’d also work well with long underwear underneath for winter days! Please note these pants are not dyed or painted or bleached - they’re meant to be paired with painted & dyed clothes, as pictured!
☆ Mats is wearing the L, Brandi is wearing the XL (after getting them hemmed!), Suchi is wearing the S, and JB is wearing the XL! ☆ MORE CUSTOMER PICS HERE! More pics on my Instagram highlights here!
THIS IS THE VERY LAST STOCK OF THESE FANTASTIC PANTS ♡ GRAB ‘EM WHILE YOU CAN!!! ♡ SOLD OUT SIZES WILL NOT BE COMING BACK ☹ TRULY THE END OF AN ERA!!
100% cotton lightweight denim pants, cut & sewn in LA with an elastic waist & side pockets! Exceptionally comfortable pants! Nafeesa and I wore these on a 90 degree July day - they’re breathable, soft, and easy to move in (literally - we climbed rocks, swung on swings, dangled from monkey bars in them). Since they are cut loose, they’d also work well with long underwear underneath for winter days! Please note these pants are not dyed or painted or bleached - they’re meant to be paired with painted & dyed clothes, as pictured!
☆ Rebekkah is wearing the 3X, Anna is 7 months pregnant wearing the M, my grandma (a cool 89 y/o) is wearing the S, Nafeesa is wearing the S, ☆ MORE CUSTOMER PICS IN THESE PANTS HERE! More pics on my Instagram highlights here!
THIS IS THE VERY LAST STOCK OF THESE FANTASTIC PANTS ♡ GRAB ‘EM WHILE YOU CAN!!! ♡ SOLD OUT SIZES WILL NOT BE COMING BACK ☹ TRULY THE END OF AN ERA!!
Bestselling style now available in new fabric & colors!! 80% rayon, 20% linen studio pants, cut & sewn in LA with an elastic waist, high rise & side pockets! Exceptionally comfortable! Very chic off-white shade with some beautiful natural flecks in the fabric. Loved wearing them in 98 degree heat in Palm Springs - recommend for road trips & vacations as they pack up efficiently and just feel really nice on the body! Wear with fleshy-colored underwear and you’ll be good to go - they are not sheer, just a light color & a nice, breezy fabric. Have worn these all day at work and then to yoga class and then out to dinner…love it.
Care instructions: please note that this fabric has more shrinkage than the 100% cotton version! To wash, cold wash with like colors and HANG dry overnight to retain a similar size. Due to fabric content, IF YOU PUT THEM IN THE DRYER, these pants WILL get a bit smaller all over, about .5” smaller in the waist/hips and about 1.5” shorter in length. If you do not want to risk any shrinkage at all, DRY CLEAN!!
☆ MORE CUSTOMER PICS OF THIS CUT IN DENIM HERE! ☆ More pics on my Instagram highlights here!
THIS IS THE VERY LAST STOCK OF THESE FANTASTIC PANTS ♡ GRAB ‘EM WHILE YOU CAN!!! ♡ SOLD OUT SIZES WILL NOT BE COMING BACK ☹ TRULY THE END OF AN ERA!!
Bestselling style now available in new fabric & colors!! 80% linen, 20% rayon studio pants, cut & sewn in LA with an elastic waist, high rise & side pockets! Exceptionally comfortable! Very cute green gray shade. Loved wearing them in 98 degree heat in Palm Springs - recommend for road trips & vacations as they pack up lightly and just feel really nice on the body! Wear with skin-colored underwear and you’ll be good to go - they are not sheer, just a nice lightweight, breezy fabric.
Care instructions: please note that this fabric has more shrinkage than the 100% cotton version! To wash, cold wash with like colors and HANG dry overnight to retain the initial size. Due to fabric content, IF YOU PUT THEM IN THE DRYER, these pants WILL get a bit smaller all over, about .5” smaller in the waist/hips and about 1.5” shorter in length. If you try them on and they feel a little bit big (and you don’t mind the inseam shortening), tumble dry low! If you try them on and they feel like the right size, air dry! Ongoingly, air drying is always gentlest! :)
☆ Kylie is 5’4 wearing the S! Michella is 5’9 wearing the size XL! MORE CUSTOMER PICS IN THE STUDIO PANTS HERE! ☆ More pics on my Instagram highlights here!
clothes for comfort & pleasure, all cut + sewn in LA
Painted playsuit featured in Teen Vogue
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one-of-a kind
handpainted clothing
Garments are hand-painted & hand-dyed, frequently featuring interlocking shapes as an expression of pleasure and play. I select gender-flexible cuts and styles (always cut & sewn in LA) that are easy to move in and wear habitually.
My painting practice has been on a bit of a hiatus, but stay tuned via Instagram or Substack for updates on new products!
Handpainted, super soft 100% cotton t-shirt. Strong vibe. Cold wash & tumble dry normally!
Due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥
See pics of this style on customers here and find the exact size chart here! Mats is 6’0 wearing the 3X!
Handpainted, super soft 100% cotton t-shirt. Strong vibe. Cold wash & tumble dry normally!
Due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥
See pics of this style on customers here and find the exact size chart here! Mats is 6’0 wearing the 3X!
Handpainted, super soft 100% cotton t-shirt. Strong vibe. Cold wash & tumble dry normally! Same fit & quality tee as the Classifieds, the best <3
Due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥
See pics of this style on customers here and find the exact size chart here!
Handpainted, super soft 100% cotton t-shirt. Strong vibe. Cold wash & tumble dry normally!
Due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥
See pics of this style on customers here and find the exact size chart here! Mats is 6’0 wearing the 3X!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
Zoe on the left and Sam on the right are both wearing the size L! see more pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
100% cotton, made in LA, drawstring waist with side and butt pocket, the perfect gender-neutral, flexible, comfy cut :)
play shorts: worn for studio work, jogging, aerobics, gardening, watching TV, going on a date, biking, soccer, and everything in between - these are every day shorts!! super comfortable and easy to throw on, a nice thick weight that is easy to move in & not see through at all, the perfect length, high-waisted ~~ what more could u want?
due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥ each pair is one of a kind!!!!
see pics of customers in this style here and find the exact size chart here!
Handpainted, super soft 100% cotton t-shirt. Strong vibe. Cold wash & tumble dry normally!
Due to the nature of the fiber-reactive dye process, variations & inconsistencies are to be expected! these clothes are imbued with a spirit of anti-perfectionism, play, and learning ♥ no mistakes ♥
See pics of this style on customers here and find the exact size chart here! Mats is 6’0 wearing the 3X!
Honestly GREAT going-out cropped long-sleeve top, super soft & comfy. Cut & sewn in LA with a 95% rayon/5% spandex fabric that has a really nice weight to it! Subtle square neck, corset detail at the front does not have boning. Pair with a fun pair of high-waisted pants and you are READY TO GO!! Cold wash and hang dry!
This top has fierce protective energy, holds you in - fight demons while feeling like the hot badass you are <3
Handpainted using dyes and one of a kind!
Handpainted using fiber-reactive dyes on 90% cotton & 10% polyester hoodie, cut & sewn in LA! Absurdly soft & cozy on the inside, durable fabric that does not pill over time (I know because my partner and I wear ours from last year every morning and they are still going strong!). PEAK COZY!
Cold wash and tumble dry low - can be washed with other colorful or dark clothes - easy!
Each hoodie is one-of-a-kind! <3 Mats is 6’0!
Handpainted using fiber-reactive dyes on 100% cotton sweatpants, cut & sewn in LA! Super durable, thick, heavyweight fabric that will keep you WARM! Super good quality fabric that will LAST A LIFETIME! Blocks the wind! Elemental protection!
Cold wash and tumble dry low - can be washed with other colorful or dark clothes - easy!!
Each pair of pants is painted using dyes and is one-of-a-kind! Variations and inconsistencies are to be expected, this item has a spirit and intention of its own <3
Mats is 6’0!
Handpainted using fiber-reactive dyes on 100% cotton crewneck, cut & sewn in LA! Super durable, thick, heavyweight fabric that will keep you WARM! Super good quality fabric that will LAST A LIFETIME! Blocks the wind! Elemental protection!
Cold wash and tumble dry low - can be washed with other colorful or dark clothes - easy!!
Each crewneck is painted using dyes and is one-of-a-kind! Variations and inconsistencies are to be expected, this item has a spirit and intention of its own <3
Handpainted using fiber-reactive dyes on 90% cotton & 10% spandex hoodie, cut & sewn in LA! Super soft & cozy on the inside, durable fabric that does not pill over time (I know because my partner and I wear ours from last year every morning and they are still going very strong!). PEAK COZY!
Cold wash and tumble dry low - can be washed with other colorful or dark clothes - easy!
Each hoodie is one-of-a-kind! <3
THE CROP BRA: the only bra I ever want to wear, EVER! sports bra energy, practical, takes you from a picnic to dance aerobics, it’ll hold you up while you bounce, make you feel cute, a top and a bra at once — the best!!! Very popular with rockclimbers! Cotton/spandex blend, made in LA!
Handpainted all over using fiber-reactive dye
Top can be worn as a bra or top - whatever feels affirming to you!
See pics of this style on customers here and find the exact size chart here!
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Hi, I’m Isabel!
Big Aries inner child energy, obsessed with color & how things feel, clothes as conduits for connection & affirmation. It's an honor to adorn you!
Designed by Isabel Osgood-Roach (me!) & my spouse Zoe Walsh using classified ads published in our original copy of On Our Backs magazine (given to Zoe in 2012 by an elder lesbian who was clearing clutter!!) from fall 1986. We scanned & rearranged our favorite - most evocative, sexy, and tender - personal ads to make a one-of-a-kind queer tee, sourced from the lesbian archive <3 This issue even included a classified written by transmasculine angel Lou Sullivan to disseminate the transgender support guide he wrote in the same year!
Shirts are individually printed in LA on extremely soft 100% cotton Los Angeles Apparel baby tees. These shirts are considered “one size” and comfortably fit sizes XS-L. They are very stretchy and have a really nice fitted cut to them! A personal fave!