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Aug
29
2014

How To Work The Graphic Tee Trend

Graphic t-shirts are everywhere—here are five for every budget

by: Zeba Khan
How to style a graphic t-shirt

Graphic tees are a summer staple, but this year there's one particular style that's been gaining in popularity—slub-knit tees with phrases in graphic typeface. The juxtaposition of elegant text on a slouchy tee makes these tops a versatile item. They can be dressed up with a sparkly necklace or dressed down with distressed jeans. Luckily, there are graphic tees for every price point.

Here are five popular options:

1) Graphic Slub-Knit Tees, $14.94 (on sale for $8), Old Navy 

Comfy, basic chic from Old Navy, and even more of a bargain now that it's on sale.

 

2) Talk Is Cheap Shirt, $21.80, Forever21

A pretty mint shirt with long sleevesthe perfect piece to take this trend into fall.

3) Modern Tee, $39.50, J.Crew

A delicate rose-coloured shirt with metallic letteringit's such a pretty piece.

4) Wifey Tee, $46, Ily Couture

This shirt is a fashion blogger favourite! If you like to refer to yourself as wifey, this is the shirt for you.

5) Do Epic Chic Tee, $59, Song of Style for eLuxe

From the collaboration between Canadian etailer, eLuxe, and fashion blogger, Aimee Song (Song of Style), this tee is a fashionista favourite.

 

From $8 to $59, there's a graphic shirt for every budget! Once you've picked out the shirt that's right for you, here are some styling ideas: 

For a fun Summer look, pair your tee with a floral pencil skirt, bright heels, and a glam statement necklacebright lipstick is the perfect finishing touch. For a more dressed down option, wear it with distressed jeans and a camo jacket. Add on some slouchy booties, and you're ready for Fall.

Will you be trying this graphic tee trend? Here's another popular dressed-down trend, and click here if your style is more classic than trendy.