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Came for the Hero Stayed for the Villain Comfort Colors Sweatshirt | Heavyweight Bookish Cozy Crewneck for Fantasy Readers and Dark Romance Fans

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Book lovers who swoon over morally gray characters will adore this Came for the Hero, Stayed for the Villain Comfort Colors sweatshirt. Featuring an elegant sword and heart design, this heavyweight crewneck is perfect for fantasy readers, romantasy fans, and lovers of dark romance. Made with ultra-soft cotton, this bookish sweatshirt is cozy, oversized, and stylish for reading marathons, book signings, or a coffee shop reading date. Whether you're obsessed with villains, prefer antiheroes over princes, or just love a good enemies-to-lovers trope, this crewneck is a must-have for your literary wardrobe.

Crafted from high-quality fabric, this Comfort Colors sweatshirt provides a relaxed, vintage-inspired fit that's both comfortable and durable. Perfect for bookish fashion lovers, romantasy readers, and dark academia enthusiasts, this design is ideal for cozying up with your favorite morally ambiguous book boyfriend. If your bookshelves are filled with dark fantasy, gothic romance, or villain-centric novels, this aesthetic book sweatshirt belongs in your TBR-ready wardrobe.

Sweatshirt Used:

  • 80% ringspun cotton, 20% polyester 
  • Twill label & joker label
  • Preshrunk, soft-washed, garment-dyed fabric
  • Set-in sleeves
  • Sideseamed body
  • Forward rolled shoulder
  • 1x1 rib on collar, cuffs and relaxed waistband
  • Double-needle stitched 

Care Instructions:

  • To avoid bleeding issues, Comfort Colors garment-dyed styles should always be washed separately (from other clothing) before wearing Only wash Comfort Color styles with the same colored garments
  • Some of the pigment dyes may stain light-or white-colored garments in the wash cycle
  • Wash in cold water
  • Our garments are pre-shrunk during the garment dye and wash processes for almost no shrinkage at home

Important Note: 
-Shirt color may slightly vary due to lighting and monitor settings
-No decorative accessories pictured are included, only the shirt!  

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Shipping Information

All orders are made to order and made by me. I will start working on your order within 24-48 hours of receiving order. Most orders will ship within 2-7 business days of placing your order. Orders will be shipped via USPS and will include a tracking number. Please note that I will not be responsible for lost or stolen shipments but will help in any way I can to ensure you get your package and will make sure your shipment is safely packaged and protected to avoid damages to product. I offer free shipping on any US orders for all t-shirts, stickers, and tote bags and $5 flat rate shipping for sweaters and cups (all drinkware including tumblers, mugs, glass cups, plastic cups) to the US (per item). 

Returns & Refunds

Please review carefully product details including color as well as sizing before you place your order. Please note that due to monitor or phone/tablet settings, colors may appear slightly different on screen.  Please feel free to send me a message before you place your order regarding any questions you may have.​

If the product or design is wrong or damaged, email me for an exchange. Please follow care instructions to extend the life of your product and avoid any damages to product and/or design.​

If something is wrong with your order, I will be happy to exchange or refund after original item has been sent back and received by me. Exchange or refund must be initiated within 3 days of marked delivery and item must not be worn and include tags. Customer is responsible for shipping on any items that are being sent back for exchanges and refunds.