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The Critics

Real talk from real people. Not approved by anyone.

@dre.wavJul 12, 2025
The Conviction Issue Tee is the hardest thing I’ve worn all year. People kept asking where I got it and I wasn’t even gonna tell them. That’s how you know a piece is special — you want to keep it to yourself.
The Conviction Issue Tee
@quietmovementsJun 28, 2025
I’ve bought from a lot of independent brands and most of them feel like they’re trying too hard to be something. Not Approved actually IS something. The Barrier Breaker Tee showed up and I could feel the intention in it. Heavy quality, clean print, no shortcuts.
The Barrier Breaker Issue Tee
@k.roc_officialJun 15, 2025
The Visionary Tee goes with everything. Wore it to a meeting, wore it to the studio, wore it out. It works because the graphic doesn’t scream — it just stands there. Confident. That’s the energy this brand moves with.
The Visionary Issue Tee
@sarai.mJun 3, 2025
Ordered The Artist Tee not knowing what to expect. It came looking better than the photos, which NEVER happens. The fit is perfect. I’ve been recommending this brand to everyone in my circle who actually cares about what they wear.
The Artist Tee
@the_real_marcus_jMay 20, 2025
The Culture Issue Tee is a statement piece. I’ve been following Not Approved since they were just a page and watching them build this into something real has been something to see. This ain’t for everybody and that’s exactly why I rock it.
The Culture Issue Tee
@lennox.brandMay 8, 2025
The Banned Issue Tee. They named it right. Wear this in certain rooms and people notice. There’s something about the energy of a brand that started from rejection — you can feel it in the product. These aren’t just clothes, they’re a point of view.
The Banned Issue Tee

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