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Our Story
Wonder Age is the product of a mentally, emotionally and spiritually transformative year for our founder, Erica McClintock. After facing nearly three years of depression, she hit her breaking point and was ready to give up.
Until she didn’t.
While enrolled in a ten-month church planting and leadership course in Hereford, England, Erica set out on an introspective journey in hopes of finding answers to the root of her depression, identity and diluted view of God and the Church. Through worship, reading scripture and becoming a part of a passionate, faith-filled community, founder says it “led her to a change of heart.”
“2018 was one of the most incredible years of my life. I started the program incredibly cynical. We had to write a letter to ourselves on one of the first days there. It was like a prayer of what we wanted to see God grow, heal or restore in us while we were there. I was not into it AT ALL. In my letter, I was literally like this is so dumb and I doubt I’m going to change my mind about who you are, God, because you have disappointed me beyond belief and I think you suck. But honestly, there was a small part of me that was still open to change. It was very tiny, but it was there. At the end of my letter, I found myself asking God for joy. That’s the only thing I wanted out of my time there. I didn’t care about planting a church or leading in the Church, I just wanted to want to live and enjoy a good life.”
Erica found herself in an atmosphere that was conducive to transformation. Though resistant and hesitant at first, she began to release forgiveness, past failure and disappointment. She took challenging steps of faith and began to notice “the weight of darkness falling off of her.”
“One of the hardest things for me to do was worship. Toxic, but I didn’t think that God deserved it. I was so hurt by things that I had experienced and buried that I literally wouldn’t even open my mouth to sing. I would be next to my friends during church services and they would just be going for it - arms raised, leaping, declaring words of faith, crying on their faces in reverence. And I was just standing there with my arms crossed, going back and forth in my mind with questions like why am I even here? and what would happen if I just let it go, whatever “it” was that was keeping me from experiencing God in the way that they were. When I finally decided to humble myself and worship—mostly because I needed to, not because I wanted to—I felt lighter. I felt my wonder coming back.”
Metanoia, a Greek word meaning “change of mind” is the bedrock of the lifestyle brand.
“I started the program in September of 2017 and didn’t come around until January of the following year. I was so convinced that cynicism and self-reliance would take me further in life than hope and faith would, which was an odd belief for a Christian. I was wrong. There’s a saying going around right now that’s something like “Normalize changing your mind when you find out new information.” That’s basically what metanoia is. I didn’t realize it, but I was believing all of these lies about who God was and who he believed me to be, which was most likely the reason why I felt so spiritually heavy all the time. Without the Bible, teachers, mentors and friends I had there, I would literally be in the ground right now. Saved my life.”
Wonder Age is all about inviting others into a perspective change. Founder says, “Regardless of who or what you place your faith in, I think we can all agree that we weren’t created to live defeated, hopeless, anxious or insecure. It is my goal that in some way, each of Wonder Age’s items encourages buyers and onlookers to view life through the lens of wonder. This is not an invitation to walk through life with rose-colored glasses on, but to stop and consider the magnitude of value your life holds to God and to your generation. We were meant to bring good into the world. Wonder Age exists as a practical expression of doing so.”
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Our Locations
New Realm Brewing Co.
Other Lands
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Customer Care
Shipping
Your order is shipped within 2-7 business days via USPS or UPS and domestic orders should arrive to your doorstep within a week or less. Our international babes maybe waiting up to three weeks from your order date. Those ordering from the UK can expect to pay a customs fee of around 15 quid.
All tracking information is sent via email, so please be mindful of spelling errors and small typos during checkout.
If you find that you've made a mistake upon digital receipt, send us an email at sales@shopwonderage.com.
Hats and paper goods will ship separately from other items.
Some of our items ship from a third party vendor in North Carolina. If you notice a scent or slight discoloration, don't worry. Both will disappear after the first wash.
Returns
Due to our limited stock, we do not offer returns or issue refunds at this time. If you have received the wrong size or color of an item you've purchased, please send us an email at sales@shopwonderage.com within 5 business days of reception and we will get you squared away! We reserve the right to deny exchanging any apparel that is not in its original condition (unworn, unwashed and undamaged.)
All accessories and prints are FINAL sale.
We are not responsible for any damage during shipping or for lost packages.
Any additional questions, please email us at hello@shopwonderage.com.
August 23, 2020.
Revised: March 25, 2024.
Sustainability
We believe that caring for the earth is an incredible gift, privilege and responsibility. Here's how we are actively making choices to make Wonder Age as sustainable as possible:
Our Tees
Our signature t-shirts are Comfort Colors®, known for their high quality, durability and soft feel. They are manufactured in facilities where workers' health and rights are respected. They're also taking steps to minimize their energy and water consumption to reduce harm to the environment. Once we receive them, our shirts designed in-house and printed locally by a family-owned small business in Anderson, SC.
We also use a third party vendor out of North Carolina for our printing to reduce waste. All inks used are Oeko-Tex certified and safe.
If you're interested in more info, visit genuineresponsibility.com.
Our Packaging
All of our packaging is completely recyclable.
Low Waste
We are fighting to remain as digital as possible to cut back on waste, which is why your purchase won't come with printed packing slips, plastic clothing/size tags and marketing overload.
Privacy Policy
WONDER AGE CREATIVE, LLC is committed to keeping any and all personal information collected of those individuals that visit our website (www.shopwonderage.com) and use our online facilities secure and private.
This privacy policy is to outline our commitment and obligation to meet privacy standards.
This Privacy Policy Agreement shall apply to Wonder Age and shall govern any and all data collection and usage thereof. By using www.shopwonderage.com, you are herein consenting to the following data procedures expressed within this agreement.
Collection of Information:
Wonder Age Creative, LLC collects various types of information:
- Voluntarily provided names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, billing and credit card information, etc. which are used when you purchase our products.
- Information that is collected by us to ensure the best possible experience such as cookies, server logs, etc.
This website only collects personal information that is voluntarily and willingly given when you sign up for our mailing list, contact us, or make a purchase. It is only used for the purpose for which it was requested, and Wonder Age Creative, LLC does not sell or provide your information to any third-party vendors outside of the Shopify merchant platform we use.
Personal Information is used to better our operations and ensure you receive your products or service in a timely manner. Wonder Age may contact you regarding surveys or research questionnaires, but your response to these is optional and voluntary.
Wonder Age may follow your activity on pages of this website to understand what products are most popular to you and the general public.
Wonder Age will disclose your personal information, without prior notice to you, unless required by law if it is required to:
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- Safeguard the personal safety of users of www.shopwonderage.com or the general public under demanding conditions.
Non-Marketing Purposes
Wonder Age maintains the right to contact you for non-marketing purposes in the case of a fraud alert, security breach, account issues, or change to Wonder Age policies or products. Such instances may also be announced via our website or social media.
Children Under Age of 13
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August 23, 2020.
Revised: January 9, 2021.