What Kobe Was to Me
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"We understand that while he was not a perfect man, he was a perfect example of what we all want to do in this life: find something we love and pursue it with everything we have."
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The Pact behind the BackPact!
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5 Pound Apparel has a new collection, and it arrived just in time for Back to School! BackPact is one of our many projects that directly gives back to the... -
Springfield Things
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Here are some of Springfield’s creepiest places that you can check out for yourself-if you dare... -
Pride in Springfield, MO
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June is finally here! For some of you this means lazy days at the lake, starting on your summer book list, or experiencing a new activity. In addition to all... -
5 Awesome Gifts under $20
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At 5 Pound Apparel, it should come as no surprise that we advocate for gifts from the heart, but we also know that this sentiment can be expensive. The time... -
Dog friendly Springfield
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Spring has officially sprung in The Ozarks, and that can only mean one thing: it’s time to bring your dog out and about with you to enjoy the sunny weather!... -
Employee Interview - Nikki
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Nikki is the store manager at 5 Pound, and she is an awesome member of our team! She’s a customer service rockstar and you can always find her with a... -
Employee Interview: Kelsey
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Kelsey has been with Five Pound Apparel for almost 5 years. She is such a joy to have at the stores. She is an expert t-shirt folder and has an... -
Valentine's Day plans?!!
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"Whether you’re looking for a spectacular dinner, a riveting performance, or a little bit of both, Springfield has something for you and your loved ones. " -
Did you make a New Years Resolution?
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The phrase “New Year’s Resolution” has occasionally had a bad reputation, but you don’t have to be a resolution person to make changes in your life. -
Get Gifty with It!
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The holidays are the time of giving, but a few of you might be haunted by the ghosts of gifts past. Maybe this is due to a gift you gave... -
Shop Small in Springfield MO
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"Most local businesses have gifts and an experience that you can’t find online. You will be greeted by unique products, a welcoming environment, holiday music, decorations, friendly smiles, and, most importantly, a working heater." -
Let's Camp MO!
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Camping is definitely one of our favorite things about summer. Whether you are sleeping, cooking, or hiking; we love the idea of living outdoors for a few days. Many people... -
Summers in Missouri
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Today is the first day of summer, yet it has felt like summer for a while now. School is out and folks are heading out for vacation. But now what?... -
Love MORE.
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Almost 2 years ago, in the wake of the horrific Orlando tragedy, we launched a special edition Love Will Change the World Pride t-shirt. Five dollars from each sale was... -
Indigenous Collection
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Our Indigenous Collection is now complete. This collection is like nothing we have ever done before. All the designs are printed on a 100% organic cotton t-shirts. Each design is offered in 3 awesome colors; steel blue, coral and avocado. All the designs are inspired by plants and animals that are indigenous to Missouri. As you know, we love Missouri. We are proud to live in a state of such beauty. -
Mata Traders
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Mata Traders is just one of the several Fair Trader certified clothing brands we carry at 5 Pound Apparel. Many may not know exactly what fair trade certified means so... -
The Giving Keys
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When someone mentions the phase “Pay it Forward”, I immediately think of Starbucks or some type of drive thru. When you pull up to pay for your order and the... -
Half United
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5 Pound Apparel has carried Half United in the stores since April 2015. We are pound to carry a brand similar to ours with the goal of helping to feed... -
JOYN - handbags
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The global apparel industry is valued at 3 trillion dollars, annually. Think of all the jobs, positions, and people that make up the fashion industry. Fashion is always growing, changing,... -
Out of Print
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If you have ever shopped at 5 Pound Apparel, you know that they have the cutest children’s and adult shirts, onesies, and socks that features children and young adult book... -
Wonders of Wildlife is truly WOW!
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In case you didn’t hear about the 60+ private planes or the fact that two former presidents were in Springfield last week for a grand opening. Well, we did. And... -
Top 5 Reasons to Wear T-Shirts in Summer
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T-shirts got this name due to the T-shape formed by the body after wearing by the person. History of T-shirts is as long as a century old, in the 20th... -
Memorial Day - A Chance to Remember
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Memorial Day means so much, to so many, in a variety of ways. It’s a time for us all to pause and reflect on those who came before us. We... -
Downtown is the place to be! Here is why...
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Downtown Springfield was in full swing this weekend. We wanted to share why we think downtown is the heart of this city! We love Missouri and especially Springfield. We love... -
Mother's Day Gift Guide
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We just published a Spring Gift Guide a few weeks ago, but Mom's are so special they deserve their very own gift guide. This guide is for the crafty mom,... -
Going Green on Earth Day 2017
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April always has us seeing green - the grass is springing back to life, trees are leafing, and the natural world is waking up. It’s the perfect time to consider... -
What Giving Means to 5 Pound Apparel
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As many of you already know, 5 Pound Apparel donates five pounds of food to regional food pantry Ozarks Food Harvest for each t-shirt purchased in our stores and online.... -
A Letter from the Owners
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January 2017 began the way most January's in Missouri do: unpredictable weather, setting of new goals, a close-knit family-based community, and generally trying to live “better” in the coming year. ... -
Love Will Change the World
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We believe in love. We believe that every one of us deserves to love without fear, and to be loved wholeheartedly. We believe in inspiring and empowering every beautiful... -
Meet Kelsey
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Here at 5 Pound Apparel, we have some pretty amazing employees, so we thought we should show them off on our blog! So meet Kelsey. She has been...
