Deer in the Headlights Is Not Consent Tee
Because freezing isn’t choosing.
This tee features bold, retro lettering with a wide-eyed deer graphic caught in glaring headlights — a visceral symbol of the freeze response. For too long, stillness, silence, and shock have been mistaken for consent. This shirt sets the record straight:
“Deer in the Headlights Is Not Consent. Freeze Is a Trauma Response.”
It’s statement apparel for survivors reclaiming their truth and advocates dismantling myths. A wearable reminder that fear is not agreement — and a genuine yes is the only thing that counts.
What Does “Deer in the Headlights Is Not Consent” Mean?
It means:
Silence or stillness doesn’t equal permission
Freezing under threat is a survival strategy, not a choice
Survivors aren’t to blame for how their body responded
Consent requires consciousness, clarity, and freedom — nothing less
We’re done letting fear be mistaken for “yes”
The deer represents the freeze/fawn response.
The headlights? Overwhelm and paralysis.
The bold lettering? Our refusal to be misunderstood.
This tee is both a shield and a statement — a way of wearing truth, boundary, and advocacy on your chest.
Perfect For:
Survivors reclaiming their narratives
Advocates teaching trauma-informed consent culture
Anyone who’s ever frozen and been misunderstood
Feminist, activist, and survivor-centered spaces
Everyday wear when you want your shirt to hold the line for you
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The light, breathable fabric means you can wear it year-round, while the classic crew neckline and retail fit enable easy pairing with jeans, shorts, or skirts. This tee is both fashionable and functional, making it a go-to item in any wardrobe.
Product features
-Made from 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton for ultimate comfort.
- Ethically manufactured with sustainability in mind, complying with fair labor practices.
- Unisex Fit- Flattering on all bodies, all genders
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: medium heat
- Do not dryclean
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Freeze is not Consent – Unisex White Graphic Statement Tee
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