Richard I of England, famously known as Richard the Lionheart (Richard Cœur de Lion), was one of the most celebrated medieval monarchs and a iconic figure of the Crusades. Reigning from 1189 to 1199, this English king and formidable warrior led the Third Crusade (1189–1192) to recapture Jerusalem from the legendary Muslim leader Saladin.Renowned for his personal bravery, military genius, and chivalric skill, Richard earned his nickname “Lionheart” through daring battlefield exploits, including the capture of Acre and the Battle of Arsuf. Though he never retook Jerusalem, his campaigns secured vital coastal strongholds and a three-year truce with Saladin.A larger-than-life hero of medieval lore, Richard the Lionheart remains a symbol of courage, knightly valor, and the dramatic clash between Crusaders and Saracens during the Holy Land campaigns.
This lightweight hooded sweatshirt carries a deliberate, reverent energy. The front wears a bold, blackletter wordmark; the back shows a painted, statue-like portrait framed on the lower back. The fabric is soft, breathable ring-spun cotton with a relaxed cut and a jersey-lined hood that drapes cleanly. It moves easily from slow morning coffee to city streets at dusk. Wear it with worn denim, layered under a coat, or over a simple tee to add a historical, chapel-like edge to everyday outfits. The subtly aged illustration and stark lettering read like a modern relic — quiet, confident, and thoughtfully made with low-impact dyes and sustainable cotton sourcing.
Product features
- 50/50 cotton-poly fabric for warmth, softness, and durable printing
- Tubular knit without side seams for a clean, comfortable fit
- Double-lined hood with color-matched drawcord and kangaroo pouch pocket
- Prints applied via DTF and DTG for crisp sleeve, wrist, and body artwork (embroidery available)
- Medium-heavy 8.0 oz fabric weight with OEKO-TEX® certified dyes and ethical sourcing
Care instructions
- Tumble dry: medium
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Do not dryclean
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
EU representative: EMPEROGEAR S.R.L., info@emperogear.com, Bucureşti Sectorul 2, Bulevardul Dacia, Nr. 133, Etaj D, București, B, 020056, RO
Product information: Gildan 18500, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults, Made in Bangladesh
Care instructions: Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), Non-chlorine: bleach as needed, Tumble dry: medium, Iron, steam or dry: low heat, Do not dryclean