Surviving, Not Thriving: The Official Badge of Adulthood

Surviving, Not Thriving: The Official Badge of Adulthood

You know that feeling when you’re technically „fine,” but your internal battery has been flashing red since 2019? Yeah, that. We’ve bottled that exact emotion and slapped a vintage filter on it.

This isn’t just a design; it’s a mood. We took the classic, wholesome aesthetic of a 90s National Park souvenir—think rolling green hills, peaceful pine trees, and a winding dirt path—and paired it with the only honest answer to „How are you doing?”.

Why It Hits Different

The contrast is what makes it work. Visually, it’s a calming, retro outdoor scene with earthy greens and rustic oranges. But the text? „Surviving, Not Thriving” in bold, distressed typography. It’s the perfect irony for the modern millennial who loves a good hike but is also just trying to get through the work week without a meltdown.

  • Vintage Texture: The subtle grain and distressed finish give it that authentic „worn-in” look right out of the box.
  • Earth Tones: Muted olive greens and brick reds make it easy to style with denim or flannel.
  • The Vibe: Ideally suited for casual Fridays, Zoom calls where you stay off-camera, or actual hiking (if you have the energy).

It’s okay to not be crushing it 24/7. Sometimes, survival is the only goal on the checklist. Wear it as a badge of honor.