Vatican Conclave 2025 Waiting for the Smoke T-shirt: Humorous symbol of the Papal event

The "Conclave 2025 Vatican City Waiting for the Smoke" T-shirt offers a witty and toxic perspective on the major event of the Catholic Church - the 2025 Conclave of Cardinals (Conclave) in Vatican City to elect a new Pope.

Humorous and profound meaning

The image on the shirt depicts two seagulls perched on the familiar chimney roof of the Sistine Chapel. The larger bird seems to be impatiently waiting, while the smaller bird stands calmly next to it. The words "WAITING FOR THE SMOKE" (Waiting for the Smoke) below the image is the humorous highlight, the heart indicates the ritual of burning in honey to propose. Black smoke signals that the Pope has not been elected, but white smoke means that the new Pope has been chosen.

The combination of seabirds (not usually associated with the Vatican) and the words “WAIT FOR SMOKE” creates an interesting contrast, providing a light-hearted and humorous follow-up to a solemn and important event. The shirt is not only a fashion item but also a way to show interest in the Conclave event in a unique and humorous way.