We Loved With A Love T-Shirt Specifications
The We Loved With A Love T-Shirt has 15 measurable specifications covering fabric composition, construction method, print placement, and available sizing.
| Blank | Comfort Colors |
|---|---|
| Style | 1717 Garment-Dyed Heavyweight T-Shirt |
| Fabric | 100% Ring-Spun Cotton |
| Fabric Weight | 6.1 oz/yd² (207 gsm) |
| Garment Treatment | Soft-washed, garment-dyed after construction |
| Collar Type | Crew neck |
| Sleeve Type | Short sleeve |
| Fit | Relaxed, slightly oversized – unisex |
| Construction | Side-seamed, twill-taped shoulder-to-shoulder, double-needle hem |
| Poe’s "Annabel Lee" quote in serif typography – front chest center | |
| Print Method | Direct-to-garment (DTG) |
| Print Variant | Fixed design – literary quote from Edgar Allan Poe, "Annabel Lee" (1849) |
| Licensing Status | Original artwork by Amo Luz |
| Available Colors | Pepper, Ivory, Blue Jean, Moss, Berry, Mustard, Chalky Mint, Orchid |
| Available Sizes | S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL |
- 🫧 Wash inside out cold
- 🌀 Tumble dry low
- 🚫 No bleach
- 🚫 No fabric softener
The Comfort Colors 1717 is dyed after full garment construction. Post-construction dyeing pre-shrinks the fabric, resulting in less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. Surface tone variation exists across individual units – no two shirts carry an identical shade. That variation is the point.
The Quote on This Shirt
"We loved with a love that was more than love" – Edgar Allan Poe, Annabel Lee, 1849
The line comes from "Annabel Lee," the final complete poem Poe wrote before his death in 1849 and one of the most widely anthologized works in American literature. The poem narrates an unbreakable love severed by death – a feeling so intense the speaker insists even angels envied it. On this shirt, the quote is set in refined serif typography against the garment-dyed fabric, letting the words carry without ornament. Readers who have studied Poe or simply encountered the poem in a late-night anthology sitting recognize the weight of that line the moment they see it. Part of the Literary Quote Shirts collection.
Who Wears the Poe Quote Tee
You’ll find this shirt on:
- Edgar Allan Poe readers – collectors of Poe editions, readers who return to his poetry alongside the short fiction.
- Classic literature fans – readers drawn to 19th-century American and Gothic writing who wear their canon on their sleeve.
- English teachers and literature students – those who teach or study Poe in the classroom and carry the text off the page.
- Horror and dark romance readers – readers who reach for Poe when they want atmosphere, obsession, and grief rendered as art.
- Gift buyers – anyone looking for a specific, literary gift that goes beyond a generic book-lover tee.
Browse the full Edgar Allan Poe Shirts collection for more designs.
The Poe Quote Tee as a Book Lover Gift
A specific literary quote removes the guesswork: if someone reads Poe, this lands. Free shipping on every US order and a 60-day return window cover sizing concerns.
- Birthday
- Christmas
- Graduation
- Teacher Appreciation
- Book Club Exchange
People who love Poe tend to love him specifically – a shirt that quotes him directly is a recognized signal, not a gesture.
More options: Book Lover Gifts
Free shipping on every order. 1–2 business days handling, 4–7 business days delivery. 60-day hassle-free returns – items must be unworn and unwashed for a full refund.
Why Comfort Colors for a Bookish Shirt
Comfort Colors is a Hanes Brands label established in 1979. The Style 1717 uses 100% ring-spun cotton at 6.1 oz/yd², dyed after full garment construction. The post-construction dye process pre-shrinks the fabric, resulting in less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. The soft-washed surface produces a matte, broken-in texture across the fabric face. Garment-dyeing produces surface tone variation across individual units – no two shirts carry an identical shade. A bookish tee that looks factory-pressed misses the point entirely.
All Amo Luz Book Lover Shirts are printed on the Comfort Colors 1717 garment-dyed tee in the USA.
T-Shirt Size Guide
The Comfort Colors 1717 fits true to size with a relaxed silhouette. Size up 1 for an oversized fit. The table below lists chest width and body length in inches for all 7 available sizes.
| Size | Chest Width | Body Length |
|---|---|---|
| S | 18" | 28" |
| M | 20" | 29" |
| L | 22" | 30" |
| XL | 24" | 31" |
| 2XL | 26" | 32" |
| 3XL | 28" | 33" |
| 4XL | 30" | 34" |
Double-needle stitched sleeves and bottom hem maintain shape after repeated washing. Side-seam construction prevents fabric twisting common in tubular-knit tees.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What fabric is this shirt made from?
The shirt is 100% ring-spun cotton at 6.1 oz/yd², garment-dyed after construction with less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. -
Does the print fade or crack after washing?
The design is applied using direct-to-garment (DTG) printing. Wash inside out in cold water and tumble dry low to maintain print quality. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners. -
Does this shirt run true to size?
The Comfort Colors 1717 fits true to size with a relaxed silhouette. Size up 1 for an oversized fit. Available in S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, and 4XL. -
What colors does this shirt come in?
Available in 8 garment-dyed colorways: Pepper, Ivory, Blue Jean, Moss, Berry, Mustard, Chalky Mint, and Orchid. -
What is the shipping and return policy?
Free shipping on every order. 1–2 business days handling, 4–7 business days delivery. 60-day hassle-free returns – items must be unworn and unwashed for a full refund. -
What does the shirt say exactly?
The shirt prints the line “We loved with a love that was more than love” from Edgar Allan Poe’s 1849 poem "Annabel Lee," set in serif typography on the front chest.
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Is this a good gift for an Edgar Allan Poe fan?
Yes – the Poe quote is specific enough to resonate immediately. Free US shipping and a 60-day return window make it a low-risk choice. See the full Edgar Allan Poe Shirts collection for more options.
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Is this appropriate for a literature teacher to wear in class?
The quote is from a standard curriculum poem and contains no objectionable content – it’s suitable for classroom wear at any level where Poe is taught.
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What kind of reader is this shirt for?
Primarily readers of Poe, Gothic literature, and 19th-century American poetry. It also fits dark romance and horror readers who appreciate Poe’s influence on those genres.
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