The Every Sip Tells A Story tee is a Black girl magic shirt in a women's slim fit, printed with a Black woman's silhouette sipping tea. Beside her, in blue: She conquered with beauty and grace. She began to understand her power and love. She said she would, and she did.
A tribute to the woman who sips her tea and faces the world anyway. Wear it on a quiet morning, or the day you want your strength where everyone can read it.
8 colors, S to 2XL. It runs small, so size up. Designed for the Tea Parties by Erica Powers table.
What you get
- 1 Every Sip Tells A Story T-shirt in the color and size you choose
- Front print of a Black woman in profile with a natural afro, a floral hair piece, and a drop earring, with a patterned teacup and saucer in front of her
- "Every Sip Tells A Story." in blue lettering, with 3 lines under it: "She conquered with beauty and grace. She began to understand her power and love. She said she would, and she did."
- Bella + Canvas women's slim fit crewneck with fitted sleeves and a longer body length
- Printed to order, just for you
Good for
Birthdays, Mother's Day, Black History Month, a graduation, your sister or best friend, and the morning you need the reminder yourself.
The details
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Fabric. Solid colors are 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, soft and lightweight. Athletic Heather is 90% cotton and 10% polyester. Dark Grey Heather is 52% cotton and 48% polyester.
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Fit. Women's slim fit with side seams, shoulder taping, fitted sleeves, and a longer body length. It is cut close and runs small. Size up 1 for an everyday fit, or 2 if you like it loose.
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Colors. White, Yellow, Soft Cream, Athletic Heather, Baby Blue, Teal, Dark Grey Heather, Berry.
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Sizes. S to 2XL. Measure a tee you already love and compare it to the size guide below.
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Care. Wash with similar colors on a gentle cycle. Tumble dry low or hang dry to keep the shirt's shape and size. Store it folded in a cool, dry place to keep its shape and color.
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Made to order. Printed after you order and usually delivered in 4 to 6 business days in the US with standard shipping. Allow extra time from late November through December.
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Gift wrap. Available as a $3 add-on on this page.
Size guide
| Size |
S |
M |
L |
XL |
2XL |
| Length (inches) |
26.3 |
26.7 |
27.4 |
28 |
28.6 |
| Half chest, laid flat (inches) |
16 |
16.7 |
17.8 |
18.7 |
19.8 |
| Length (cm) |
66.7 |
67.9 |
69.5 |
71.1 |
72.7 |
| Half chest, laid flat (cm) |
40.6 |
42.5 |
45.1 |
47.6 |
50.2 |
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A. Length. From the highest point of the shoulder, beside the collar, straight down to the hem.
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B. Half chest. Lay the shirt flat and measure across the chest, about 1 inch below the arms.
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Fit note. Measurements can vary by about half an inch either way.
Pair it with the matching Every Sip Tells A Story mug, see the Black Girl Magic tea mugs and shirts, or browse all Tea Shirts for Women.
Pour your cup, put it on, and go tell the rest of your story.
Questions people ask
Does the Every Sip Tells A Story shirt run small?
Yes. It is a women's slim fit, cut close to the body, and this style runs small. Size up 1 for an everyday fit, or 2 if you like it loose. To be sure, lay a tee you already love flat, measure across the chest, and match that number to the half chest row in the size guide.
What does the shirt say?
The print reads Every Sip Tells A Story, followed by 3 lines: She conquered with beauty and grace. She began to understand her power and love. She said she would, and she did. The words sit beside the silhouette of a Black woman sipping tea, and some of the lettering runs behind her hair.
What colors and sizes does this Black girl magic shirt come in?
It comes in 8 colors: White, Yellow, Soft Cream, Athletic Heather, Baby Blue, Teal, Dark Grey Heather, and Berry, in sizes S to 2XL. Pick your color and size above, then check the size guide before you add it to your cart.
How long does it take to arrive?
Each shirt is printed after you order and usually arrives in 4 to 6 business days in the US with standard shipping, counting printing and delivery. Allow extra time from late November through December if you need it for a birthday, a party, or a holiday.
How do I wash it so it keeps its shape?
Wash it with similar colors on a gentle cycle, then tumble dry on low or hang it to dry. That helps the shirt keep its shape and size. Between wears, store it folded in a cool, dry place so the color stays true.