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Alagaupu Tees — Alagaupu Proverb Collection

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The Barb Remains — Samoan Proverb Tee

The Barb Remains — Samoan Proverb Tee

$33.99

Catch the Bird, Watch the Breakers — Samoan Proverb Tee

Catch the Bird, Watch the Breakers — Samoan Proverb Tee

$33.99

The Bird-Catcher's Dirt — Samoan Proverb Tee

The Bird-Catcher's Dirt — Samoan Proverb Tee

$33.99

Copy of The Barb Remains — Samoan Proverb Tee

Copy of The Barb Remains — Samoan Proverb Tee

$33.99

The Unsteady Paddle — Samoan Proverb Tee

The Unsteady Paddle — Samoan Proverb Tee

$33.99

The Newly Caught Bird — Samoan Proverb Tee

The Newly Caught Bird — Samoan Proverb Tee

$33.99

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The Proverb Apparel

Alagaupu Apparel pairs traditional alagaupu (proverbs) with Samoan inspires linework, translating each saying into a design worn with intention. Each tee is made with a Samoan proverb in mind to carry these Samoan words of wisdom with pride. Every tee is made to order, printed one at a time.

Read Every Proverb

Made To Order

Printed only after you order — thoughtful, not mass-produced.

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Printed and shipped within 3–5 business days.

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Made With Care

Designed to honor the proverbs and patterns behind each story.