Wearing: INK SPACE tee | GRLFRND jeans | UNDERSTATED LEATHER jacket

Either you, or someone you know, has a tattoo. It’s an old-school, underground tradition that’s made its way into the mainstream in a big way. It’s no longer taboo, yet still completely cool. Why? The artform and the artist behind the work itself.

Enter ink space: a brand whose mission involves putting these artists and their one-of-a-kind work into the spotlight. Each tee features a design made with the purpose of supporting the artist who created it and spreading the tattoo culture. The design on this tee, Breaking Away, was pulled straight from the sketchbook of David “Lefty” Tombu. A portion of each sale goes to the artist who created the piece, enabling a cycle that ensures the artist is able to keep doing what they love. Another thing to know is that each tee is made in small batches of 500. This ensures a unique piece that’s yours alone to wear. It’s like trying on some ink without the commitment – until you’re ready to commit, of course.