How to Get a T-Shirt Back From an Ex-Boyfriend

August 21, 2008 · Filed Under T-Shirt Advice · Comment 

An ex-boyfriend may be the last person you ever want to see again, but if he has something of yours, you may have to. If he has your t-shirt, you have a particularly strong motivation to see him again to get it back. If you know your ex-boyfriend well, you may feel that you know how to talk to him to get your items back. However, after a break up emotions will be running high and he may not listen to you the way he once did.

Unless your ex wants you back as a girlfriend, he will probably not want to talk to you and may not care that you want your item back. The answer for an ex-boyfriend who doesn’t want you back is to make the request short and sweet. Let him know that this is a one-time exchange and that after it you will not be asking him for anything else. This may entice him into giving it back to you just to make sure that everything is finished between you.

Make it easy for him to give the t-shirt back. Rather than expecting him to bring it and meet you somewhere of his choosing, do most of the work for him. Tell him that you will pick it up, or choose a place where you can both meet and tell him what time to be there. By doing the thinking for him, you might get him to go along with it simply to make the situation end and ensure that he doesn’t have to keep hearing from you about it.

Be firm when requesting the t-shirt back. Don’t allow your ex any wiggle room or he may find an excuse for not giving it back. Instead of asking if he can bring it back sometime, tell him a time and place that you will expect the t-shirt. Don’t take no for an answer and don’t let him put you off by postponing the day or time. As more time passes since the two of you had a relationship, he will only become less interested in giving you your shirt back.

If you have a particularly mad ex-boyfriend, he may not listen to reason or to rational arguments. This is a situation where it may take a lot longer to get the t-shirt back. You may have to wait a few weeks or even a few months before contacting him about the return of your shirt. This will allow a cooling-off period that will allow you both to stop being so angry and to start to listen when the other one talks.

After what you feel is an appropriate amount of time, try contacting him and politely asking how he is doing. Engage him in a nice, calm conversation before bringing up the t-shirt. This will draw him in and let him see that there’s no reason to be angry any longer about the situation. This will make him more inclined to listen to you and to cooperate with returning your shirt.

How Many T-Shirts Should I Have in My Wardrobe?

July 31, 2008 · Filed Under T-Shirt Advice · Comment 

How Many T-Shirts Should I Have in My Wardrobe and How Often Can I Wear the Same T-Shirt Without People Noticing?

This is a question that many people ask when they are stocking a wardrobe that is comfortable, causal and fashionable. The answer, however, is that there is no one right answer for everyone. Some people may want a lot more t-shirts in order to wear the same shirt less often and appear to have a much larger wardrobe. This is often the case for women who are concerned about the way their wardrobe will be perceived.

For people who work in casual environments or are still in school, they will need more t-shirts than someone who wears both casual and more formal clothing regularly. The number of t-shirt for someone who wears t-shirts every day should be at least 20 shirts. This will allow some to be in the laundry while others are ready to wear. It will also ensure that the same t-shirt will not have to be worn in the same two-week period.

If you are very concerned with not having people notice how often you wear a t-shirt, having at least 30 will make it possible to wear a different t-shirt every day of the month. If you work in a casual environment, this number will also make it possible to do laundry whenever it’s convenient instead of having to do it more often to keep your supply of t-shirts fresh.

For people who wear business clothing, uniforms and wear t-shirts less often, they will likely not need as many t-shirts in their wardrobe. Having about 10 to 15 t-shirts should be enough. This will supply enough t-shirts to wear to casual events, to wear on weekends and for casual days at the office.

To keep from wearing the same item too soon, many people try to keep track of when they last wore an item. People who are very concerned about this take a cue from celebrities and write down when they wore each item or put an index card on it with the last date it was worn. But that shouldn’t be necessary with t-shirts unless the t-shirt is going to a red-carpet event sometime soon. A better way to keep track is simply to plan a laundry day just for t-shirts every two or three weeks. That way, the clothing in it the laundry won’t be worn again for awhile.

If you have the space, create two piles and organize them for two different laundry days- One for items that were worn during the first two weeks of the month and another pile for t-shirts worn during the last two weeks of the month. This is an easy way to keep the supply of t-shirts organized so that they the same ones aren’t worn too often.

T-shirts should periodically be replaced, however, as they become worn or stained. A good t-shirt should last a long time with the proper care, but eventually it may need to be taken out of the rotation and replaced with a new one. This will keep the number of t-shirts steady and ensure that you always have something presentable to wear.

Why Do People Wear Che Guevara T-Shirts?

July 30, 2008 · Filed Under T-Shirts in the News · 1 Comment 

Che Guevara T-shirts

There are a lot of Che Guevara t-shirts out there, but there are perhaps even more reasons why people wear them. There are those who have seen the image and simply like it and want to wear it. There are also people who wear them because people they admire, such as professors, bosses, or parents wear them. Some wear Che Guevara t-shirts to express part of their own political ideas. Others wear them specifically because they admired some of the things that Che Guevara did during his own political and military career.

There is undoubtedly an international following for Che Guevara t-shirts. They are popular for their style as well as their statement. The t-shirts have become to many people a symbol of their own rebellious nature. To some people, a Che Guevara t-shirt is a symbol of rebellion against the constraints of the government, of society or of whatever it is they feel is too constraining

Some people feel that being passionate about politics or military actions is an important part of life, and that attracts them to the symbol of Che Guevara. He is seen by many to be a symbol of an overriding passion for change that can change the way whole governments and armies operate.

For some, the look of military style is what is appealing. Camouflage and Che Guevara t-shirts appeals to them for the image it conveys. The classic Che Guevara image is one in which he is wearing a military hat and coat. Someone wearing a similar outfit may enjoy a Che Guevara t-shirt because it fits into that image with its military style.

Other people are opposed to specific types of political parties or types of government. These may include conservative politics or communism in general. Some use it as a symbol of fighting against the ruling classes that they perceive as oppressing the poorer classes. The struggle of one class against another is one that interests many people in learning more about Che Guevara and wearing t-shirts that feature him.

In most cases, it is used as a symbol of revolution, rebellion and being true to your own vision. While not everyone who wears these t-shirts agrees with everything that Che Guevara stood for, for many it’s not about anything that he did specifically. For them, it’s more about symbolizing living life on their own terms rather than simply doing what they are told to do feeling true passion for a cause.

A Che Guevara t-shirt doesn’t have to be worn to symbolize anything that other people wear it to symbolize. If it appeals to someone, it can be worn for whatever reason has drawn them to it. It can be about politics, the military, fashion, passion or rebellion. It can be worn for a combination or some or all of these reasons. Whatever the reason, a Che Guevara t-shirt does stir up passions in those who are for or against him and what he stood for. And for many, that’s exactly what they want to accomplish.

Ten Worst Places to Wear a T-Shirt

July 29, 2008 · Filed Under About T-Shirts · Comment 

Have you ever put on a t-shirt and wondered if it was appropriate for the function or place you were wearing it to? We are a country of casual dressers and many times anything goes. But there are situations and locations to which wearing a t-shirt may be frowned upon. Whether a t-shirt is okay to wear is largely dictated by social norms and the need to make a positive impression.
In general, the top worst places to wear a t-shirt are:

1.    A funeral
2.    A wedding
3.    A black tie charity event
4.    An exclusive golf course
5.    A Broadway play
6.    A five star restaurant
7.    A job interview
8.    A presentation before the company CEO
9.    A formal work function, such as the company Christmas party
10.    A new client business presentation

As with many things in life, there are no definite hard and fast rules on where it is okay to wear a t-shirt. While the above cover the places where social norms would typically dictate that someone should not wear a t-shirt, there are always exceptions. To determine for yourself if a t-shirt is an acceptable clothing item to wear think about the following: what does the t-shirt look like, do the social norms apply in your particular situation, and do you care about the social norms?

Not all t-shirts are the same. T-shirts can range in style from fancy ones made of silk to ripped worn colored cotton ones. A fancy t-shirt, such as a silk one, can be paired with other more formal items to create a sophisticated look. Think a 2008 version of Miami Vice. Even a less fancy t-shirt can be dressed up and made more acceptable for an occasion by adding a sports coat.

Not all situations are the same either. Take, for instance, a presentation before the company CEO, if you work for t-shirt manufacturing company or t-shirt screen printer, your t-shirt may be part of your presentation. Additionally, a wedding on a beach in Hawaii may call for a nice Hawaiian t-shirt instead of a suit. Without considering the context of the situation, traditional social norms would frown on the above. However, by taking into account the particulars of the event you are attending, you can feel confident your t-shirt is not a faux pas, but in fact, a sound clothing choice.

One final item to consider when determining whether a t-shirt is acceptable for a particular function or situation is whether or not you want to follow social norms. You may want to set yourself apart and get noticed for your clothing choice. Or, you may want to make a statement or a point about an outdated tradition. If this is the case, a t-shirt may be the appropriate although not necessarily accepted choice.

Therefore, next time you pull a t-shirt out of the closet and ask yourself if it is appropriate to wear, consider the above factors. Often you’ll find that with a little thought and creativity there are few places that are truly the worst to wear a t-shirt to.

The Top 10 Best Places to Wear A T-Shirt

July 25, 2008 · Filed Under About T-Shirts · Comment 

T-shirts are a common clothing staple. They are comfortable, often stylish, relatively cheap, and easy to care for. They’re so great, you may wonder why you can’t wear a t-shirt for every occasion. While wearing a t-shirt to many events or locations may get you strange looks or even stares, below are the ten best places to wear a t-shirt and be perfectly dressed.

1.    A concert
2.    A theme park
3.    A college or professional sporting event
4.    A workout
5.    A protest rally
6.    A casual date
7.    A home improvement store
8.    A pre-school art class
9.    A do-it yourself car wash
10.    A lazy day around the house

What about these places makes them perfect for wearing a t-shirt? The first five best places to wear a t-shirt provide you the chance to make a statement about yourself and your interests. T-shirts in these situations serve to show that you part of a larger group. Without a 10 year old concert t-shirt, how does anyone know how far back your love of the singer goes? Or, at a sporting event, how to do you who is your enemy to razz if they don’t display their team colors? At a theme park, your family may want a convenient way to account of your group traveling in masse. T-shirts are a lot less embarrassing way of keeping track of your family than making everyone hold a rope as they travel from ride to ride!

Graphics are common on t-shirts. We choose these shirts because of their message. They state our view to others everywhere we go. A rally is a perfect use for this. Whether you want to save a beach, raise money for a children’s hospital, or show you’re pissed off at your employer, where better to show it than on your body!

If you’ve ever participated in a competitive sporting event or were even part of a school sports team, you have them. T-shirts to show you were part of that group or event. These shirts are perfect to wear for workouts. Without saying a word, you can show you’ve got athletic ability. They also are perfect conversation starters for those who use the gym to find their next dates.

The sixth and seventh best places to wear a t-shirt are for those situations in which you want to fit in with your surroundings. You’re on a casual date, maybe even a first date. You have plenty to be nervous about. Stick with your tired and true perfect fitting t-shirt. Or, if you’re a woman and have ever gone to a home improvement store alone, you know that you stick out like a sore thumb if you’re not in boots, jeans, and a t-shirt. Join the men on this one and wear the standard issue gear which includes a t-shirt during your next trip. It’s a when in Rome do like the Romans do thing. You won’t be self-conscious as wander the aisle looking for a tool you’ve never heard of and whose name you can’t pronounce.

A t-shirt is just practical for the remaining three best places to wear a t-shirt. Comfort and not style are what matter. This is especially true in the case of the old t-shirt turned painting smock in your child’s art class. These t-shirt opportunities allow you to show your green side by reusing that favorite old t-shirt instead of throwing it out.

Whether showing your dedication to your sports team, fitting in, or just being comfortable, a t-shirt always makes the right statement!

Custom T-shirts and First Impressions

July 20, 2008 · Filed Under About T-Shirts · Comment 

First impressions are important. Even if it is not always fair, the first impression you get of someone can very often determine your relationship with them. If your first impression of someone is that they are a know-it-all, it can be very hard for that person to convince you otherwise. You might have decided they were a know-it-all based on one tiny little remark or comment or moment that they themselves are completely unaware of. But it doesn’t matter, does it? We can all remember times when we’ve judged someone before we really knew them. It makes sense then, doesn’t it, that other people are doing the same thing to us? If you prejudge others, don’t you think it follows that others are prejudging you right back?

What are some situations in which making a good first impression is important? In general, it seems to be important, but when can it really make or break you? One instance might be in a job interview. Even if the atmosphere is casual—say, at a restaurant, or for babysitting, or just at a casual office—your first impression is still important. It’s not necessarily about being perfect. It’s about being yourself and comfortable with who you are. What about a first date? The same rules apply. You don’t have to look like a model all the time, but you would probably get a better response if you could manage to be relaxed and friendly when you first meet your date. Confidence is key in both of these situations.

So, can what you wear affect your confidence, and therefore the first impression you make on your date, or whomever it is you’re meeting for the first time? Of course it can! Choosing what you wear is a great opportunity to express yourself—what you care about, what you like, what you think is funny, and many other things about you. Think about it: when you go out with your friends or on a date, you spend time and energy on figuring out what to wear, even if only a little bit. You buy clothes that you like, clothes that you feel good about other people seeing you in.

One great way to use clothing to express yourself the way you want to when making a first impression is to make a custom t-shirt. If you design it yourself, there’s no better way to express your creativity, your sense of humor, and your sense of style. Your t-shirt design includes many choices. You choose the color and size that you think looks best on you. This can determine how “put together” you look—or don’t!

What you put on your t-shirt has a lot to do with what type of first impression you leave. You could design a stylish t-shirt, with a graphic you make yourself, or perhaps a piece of art. You could try designing a vintage t-shirt. Or, you could put a slogan or cause one your shirt that you care about.

Designing your own t-shirt is a great way to control the first impression you leave—or at least try to!

T-Shirts are Great Conversation Starters - Reflect Your Personality on a T-Shirt

July 17, 2008 · Filed Under About T-Shirts · Comment 

T-shirts can be a great way to start a conversation. There are so many different topics for t-shirts that there is almost always something that will fit with your personality. Sports, outdoors activities, movies, and bands are just a few of the numerous available topics that can be printed onto a t-shirt. The best t-shirts make people think or react to it. Whether the conversation is in a positive or negative light your t-shirt is a great way to get people talking.

Sports lovers have many different ways to show their love of a sport and to get others to talk about it. Just wearing a simple shirt for your favorite team may be enough. A shirt about how another team isn’t as good could also be a great way to start a conversation, just be careful not to cross the wrong people! If you participate in a sport frequently, you can also have your shirt let others know that you don’t just watch the game, you live it. Your shirt can be a way to attract the interest of others, especially if your sport is unique to the area.

Outdoor activities can also make fantastic shirts that can start up conversations. Popular outdoor activities vary from place to place, so what one activity would start up a great conversation in one area will simply be ignored in others. The shirt your choose to wear to display your love, or hate, of a certain outdoor activity can bring a fun and entertaining conversation to light. There may be people that want to really tell their own experiences or compare them to your. What a great way to meet new friends without even trying.

Movies and television shows are also great shirts for conversations. You can have your favorite lines from your favorite films. Your shirt then serves as a great place to strike up a conversation. Some people may not understand the line while others will appreciate it and make a comment about it. You can also have your favorite characters or places in graphics on your shirt that will stand out and show your favorites.

If you are a music fan, there are also some great t-shirts that will allow you to show your individual style and give others a place to start talking. Your style of music can say a lot about you and give others a way to feel connected, like you might have something in common. Your shirt can be as simple as the name of your favorite style of music or a line from a song, if allowable.

Whatever your favorite t-shirt is, make it a conversation starter. Your personality and style should be reflected in your clothing, so take the time to really enjoy it. Wear t-shirts that display your love or hatred of something and get the conversations started. It is much easier to talk when there is something to talk about. Just make sure you are prepared for the conversations, some people may not have the same opinions you have.

What Your T-Shirt Says about You…

July 4, 2008 · Filed Under T-Shirt Advice · Comment 

They say you can tell a lot about a person by their clothes. You probably couldn’t guess their middle name or their social security number just by assessing their outfit. And the messages might not be obvious. You won’t find yourself walking through the mall and suddenly struck by the attire of a by-passer and think, “Whoa! That guy is really into scuba diving!” or “that lady likes lots of cream and a little bit of sugar in her coffee!” However, with some careful scrutiny, you can tell more about a person through their clothing than you think.

For example, you might be able to find out what sports they like or maybe even their favorite teams. Some people like to wear shirts that say their favorite music groups. You can certainly discern what colors a person likes by checking out their closet. So if you see someone out wearing a red shirt, odds are they like the color red. I certainly hope so. What kind of sick person would voluntarily wear a color they hate?

Most clothing messages, however, are not so clear. For example, if you see a nice young lady wearing pearls and high heels, it would be a stretch to assume that she likes to watch wrestling matches. Or, if you meet a gentleman wearing chaps, spurs and a cowboy hat, you would have a difficult time convincing someone that his favorite pastime is performing in Shakespeare plays. Even though these assumptions are likely to be accurate, they are, nevertheless, merely assumptions. Maybe the cowboy really is an accomplished thespian? It’s possible.

You’re probably wondering, what does my shirt say about me? What do people assume about me when they look at my shirt? Does it express who I really am or am I sending mixed messages to the world? I say, don’t take a chance. Spell it out for them. Get yourself a wardrobe full of shirts that tells the world exactly who you are and what you want them to know about you. Hundreds of people could be out there thinking that you probably hate kung-fu movies, when in reality, you love them! You could be coming home every night and enjoying a classic martial arts film and the world would never know because your shirt fails to express who you really are.

Put it out there. Get yourself a personally designed shirt that shares who you are. The sky’s the limit. You can get a shirt printed with “Climbing Rocks!” if that’s your favorite weekend activity. Or it might say “Foodies Unite!” if cooking’s your thing. Perhaps you’re a more reserved personality and that’s exactly what you’d like your shirt to say about you. If that’s the case, maybe you design a shirt made to say that you’re just down right cool and stylin’. At the end of the day, don’t set back and let your clothes send the wrong message when you have the power to make them say exactly what you want!

How to Use T-Shirts to Attract Men or Women

July 3, 2008 · Filed Under T-Shirt Advice · Comment 

The human mind is a curious thing. Even when the person is not consciously thinking about attracting a companion, their subconscious is. Everything a person does is designed to attract someone, whether intending to or not. Even something as simple as an article of clothing can make a huge impact on the attraction others have toward the one wearing it. A t-shirt is no different in that it can be a way to attraction the eyes of a special person.

Using a t-shirt to attract men or women is just one simple way to gain a new companion. Choosing your shirt wisely will give you the best chance of catching someone’s eye. Choosing a t-shirt that reflects your personality is your best bet. It would be difficult to explain that you are wearing a t-shirt from a band that you actually don’t even like! If you are not much of a sports lover, then a sports t-shirt would also not make much sense.

T-shirts that reflect your hobbies or philosophy are great choices. However, try not to give too many details that may scare off those you are trying to attract. A shirt that has a picture of a drunk with beer surrounding him doesn’t give off the best impression, so avoid shirts that expose your bad habits. A t-shirt that has a beautiful or thought-provoking quote is an excellent way to attract someone. Your shirt can also be about a favorite game or show if you really want to get someone that shares some of your loves.

Your t-shirt should also fit well. If your shirt is too big, you will look larger or like you can’t find clothes to fit you correctly. A nicely fitted shirt will accentuate your features and give you a put together appearance. If your shirt is too tight, you will look like you are either trying too hard to be smaller or look heavier because your clothing doesn’t fit right. Finding the perfect size can be tricky, but take your time when trying on clothing to get the correct fit. The shirt should hug your body without being too tight. Just tight enough to show off your shape.

The color is also important when choosing your t-shirt. A color that looks great with your skin tone and hair color will accentuate your features and make you look nice. The wrong color for your skin tone can have the opposite effect, making you look sickly. Faded colors tend to look run down and give off the appearance of not taking care of yourself or your clothes, even if that is not true. Clothing that is not worn out and not faded gives a better impression and looks like you can take care of yourself. It’s not really rational thinking, but is true nonetheless.

Attracting men or women takes a bit of planning to ensure that you are giving the best impression you can. Using your t-shirts you can attract someone that has similar hobbies and philosophies because your shirt revealed what yours are. Clothing is the first thing that many people see so you want your t-shirt to be a reflection of you and look great on you so you can give them a reason to talk to you and get the relationship growing. So take your time in choosing your t-shirt so you have the right one that lets others know that you are confident and you will attract others.

Is it Okay To Wear T-Shirts to Church?

June 29, 2008 · Filed Under T-Shirt Advice · Comment 

It’s Sunday morning and all are racing to get ready for church. Mom has on a nice dress. Dad has on his best slacks and button up shirt. Susie, the 10 year old has on her favorite Sunday dress. And then comes in the 8 year old son, Johnny, wearing his favorite blue t-shirt and blue jeans. Being in a rush, Mom raises her brow with slight disapproval, but given they’re already 10 minutes late, she says, ‘OK. Get in the car.’ For the first time, Johnny wore a t-shirt to church. And, it wouldn’t be his last. After many long convincing conversations where he insisted he did it once, and ‘so many of the other boys wear t-shirts to church’, Mom gave in (but not without a long debate in her own head along with Johnny’s Dad).

This isn’t an uncommon question that many parents and individuals in general face. Are t-shirts ok to wear to church?

It might simply come down to one’s beliefs. Out of respect, many believe that wearing t-shirts to church should be a no-no. However, many may argue the fact that as long as you’re in church, then what you wear (within limits), shouldn’t matter, including t-shirts.

Some churches go as far to have a dress code, where others ‘encourage’ church attendees to dress appropriately, which sometimes means ‘no t-shirts’. However, my experience has been that t-shirts are often permitted in church, more so nowadays than previously, but it is expected that one would use good taste in selecting a t-shirt to wear to church. Also, it seems that males vs. females are given more leniencies when it comes to wearing t-shirts to church, as well as children vs. adults.

The type of service you’re attending might make a difference as to whether or not a t-shirt’s appropriate. For example, more contemporary services might be more casual or laid back whereas a more traditional ceremony might be a bit conservative where a t-shirt is not appropriate.

Assuming that the church you attend is open to you wearing t-shirts to church, there are a few things to keep in mind when selecting a t-shirt for church. It should be clean, neat and well pressed without offensive language or pictures (I think we all know what ‘offensive’ means for church). There are several t-shirts that you can purchase that have ‘religious’ sayings on them that seem very appropriate to where to church. Also, for females, there are several different styles of t-shirts nowadays that can be dressed up for church. What t-shirts are appropriate to wear for worship at church comes down to using good common sense.

Given there are a variety of churches to choose from; from conservative to contemporary to upbeat to traditional, the best thing to do is to find one that fits best with your thoughts and beliefs. And if you’re a t-shirt fan, then find a church you’re comfortable wearing t-shirts to, but please, use good judgment when selecting your church t-shirt wardrobe!

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