Graphic tees are a godsend if you live in warmer climates because they are so versatile. Contrary to what you might think, there are more ways to style the wardrobe essential than just pairing it with jeans or denim shorts. A graphic tee can instantly add an edge to any ensemble and make any outfit look more on-trend. Scroll through the gallery to see how the style set is incorporating the trend into their get-up.
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Clean-cut trousers and a fun printed graphic tee makes for an unexpected yet refreshing match made in heaven. Elevate your outfit by throwing brightly coloured pants into the mix. If you are going to wear brightly coloured trousers, opt for a neutral coloured tee, like white and black. To make your outfit more office appropriate, you can even throw on a blazer for added structure and shape.
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Bold, effortless and cool – just a few words to describe this classic leather jacket and tee pairing. Exude that top model off-duty look and match a retro inspired band tee with a faux leather jacket. Grab your favourite pair of distressed boyfriend jeans and you’re all set.
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Upgrade your go-to denim jeans and tee ensemble with some denim dungarees. Great for a Sunday brunch with the girlies and a trip to the farmers’ market, this outfit screams comfort without compromising style. Borrow a leaf out of style maven Irene Kim’s book and complete your look with a pair of funky geeky aviator glasses.
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It is official, metallic midis are in. We love the juxtaposition of an elegant metallic midi with a laidback graphic tee. Take your printed tee to new heights and look years younger by teaming your classy pleated midi with a kooky graphic tee. Go with some comfy kicks to dress down your look or put on some heels if you are heading to an after-hours party.
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It seems like the embroidery trend isn’t waning anytime soon. Take a fashion risk and style your slogan tee with a pair of embroidered denim skirt or jeans. Keep the rest of outfit clean and let the slogan tee speak for itself. Stick to a tee that is in a more laidback colour and you’re good to go.
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Give your beloved graphic tee a new lease of life by tucking it into a skirt for a polished and girly yet casual look. Looking good doesn’t have to be complicated. Pull of that girl next door outfit with a pair of Dr. Martens that is sure to garner a ton of likes on Instagram.
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Layer an oversized denim jacket over your graphic tee for a foolproof outfit that will earn you a ton of street cred. To jazz up your ensemble, top it off with a ‘90s choker and a pair of streamlined trousers. To look like you have legs for days, create the illusion of longer legs by tucking your tee into your trousers.
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An easy, stylish, yet forgotten way to wear your outfits is to stick to monochromatic pieces. Delve into the style by layering a jacket that is in the same colour as your bottoms over your tee. The trick to nailing the monochromatic look is in playing with different shades and tints of the same colour as opposed to sticking to a solid black or white, from head to toe. When you go monochromatic, the print and colours of your graphic tee would stand out more.
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Graphic tees are always fun because you never know what to expect. Revisit your childhood memories with tees that pay a nod to childhood classics like Sesame Street. For a more grown-up look and to avoid looking like your 5-year-old nephew, tuck your tee into a midi skirt or layer a blazer over your tee. Also, you can give your graphic tee a girly twist by tying your tee at your waist to show some midriff.
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You can’t go wrong with the classic distressed jeans and graphic tee look. Perfect for dressed down Fridays in the office and long haul flights, match your jeans and tee combo with some dressy mules and call it a day. If you want to step up this classic pairing, choose a statement bag or shoes to make your outfit pop.
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