This project was a GREAT test for Welcome Clothing Hollywood. The day after Michael Jackson's passing, Jamie Foxx's fashion coordinator arrived at the Melrose shop with a list in hand - she needed 6 MJ shirts ASAP for Jamie Foxx to wear at the BET Music Awards (which had been converted to a Michael Jackson tribute show). The show was in 2 days. We turned around all 6 in less than 12 hours. The designs included the Bad album cover, Thriller album cover, "Eddy are OK" theme shirt, and more (all created by expert designer Clayton Garrett). The next day 7 more were needed, including one very specific design for the OPENING ACT of the show! I took great personal pride in designing all 7 shirts including the opening act "Beat It Shirt". Not only did I get to make shirts for Jamie Foxx, of whom I am a fan, but I also had the opportunity to really test my graphic design skills since the only "guidance" provided by the customer for the Opening Act "Beat It" shirt was a 200 Pixel JPEG (pictured below). Furthermore the picture only showed 1/2 the shirt... Customer: "We need that shirt" Me: "No Problem". I made the shirt in a few hours, printed it, and delivered it as requested.
Two Welcome Clothing Hollywood custom shirts made it into the 2009 BET Music Awards that weekend (the opening act Beat It shirt and a BAD album cover shirt). Between the two, Welcome Clothing Customs were represented for over 20 minutes of "On Air" time at the converted Michael Jackson tribute. Here are some pictures below (check the gallery section for more). One last interesting note: Jamie Foxx and I have the same birthday (December 13th) and the same first name (Eric). Sometimes the greater flow of life REALLY makes itself known to you :)
To check out the Jamie Foxx "Beat It" performance click this link to the BET website: JAMIE FOXX | BEAT IT. The opening act was classified as a "Most Talked About Moment"
Welcome Clothing Hollywood presents the REBIRTH of our World of Welcome design. This was the second design ever developed by Welcome Clothing and we are honored to offer this limited edition re-print as a celebration of the companies recent success. The World of Welcome design was inspired by the Welcome Egg design. With that design it shares our happy sperm mascot WELCOME strutting his stuff! This time he lives in the world - expanding and changing the "happy sperm" idea. The world is supper bright glitter (blue/green) and will pull LOTS of attention. The men's shirts are heavyweight ring spun cotton (extra soft) and the women's designs are form fitting with contrast sleeves and a super soft feel. 4 colors/patterns of each available (S-XXL).
Custom T-Shirt are now available as a walk in service on Melrose Ave. at Welcome Clothing Hollywood. Bring in your idea and we will put it on a shirt or other garment while you grab lunch. From 1 shirt to 1,000 we can handle it for you. No setup fees, No minimums and unlimited design options. Have ideas for your own clothing line? We can work side by side with you in store to develop your concept - cheap and FAST. The process is simple and the options are many:
+ Stop by the store with an idea. If you have the idea already made that's even better. High resolution images can be turned into products in less than 1 hour. The store address is WELCOME CLOTHING 7308 Melrose Ave. Hollywood, CA. 90046.
+ If you are not local, e-mail your image to welcome@welcomeclothing.com. If the image is to large, please send us an e-mail for FTP information. We will review the image and respond in 24 hours or less.
+ We will show you a mockup of your concept. If you approve it and we print the garment. We can ship it to you, or you can pick it up at the store.
+ Larger orders (over 20 units) should be discussed with a Welcome team member in person or by phone so we can get you the best possible price and meet your design requirements exactly.
+ Give us a shot and you will be thrilled. We are open to ANY and ALL opportunities.
+ Check out VJ Michael Benz after receiving his first CUSTOM Welcome Clothing Hollywood Tee: