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Fashion · August 24, 2018

The Beauty of the Graphic Tee

Why yes, you can dress up a graphic tee.

Don’t get confused: graphic tees are casual by nature. However, there’s an abundance of ways to style them. Casual is just one of the options, but I love dressing up a good ol’ graphic tee. This bad boy costs less than $11 and is comfy as can be. The material is soft and flexible, not that harsh t-shirt fabric that is often associated with classic tees.

I used to assume that going into my 20’s meant I had to say goodbye to graphic tees and crop tops. Not so. I’ve just adjusted the style of graphic tees and crop tops as I’ve gotten older. Since this top is a Gucci dupe, I felt as though it was “stylish” enough to wear with my high-waisted palazzo pants I’ve literally been living in lately. Keep reading to see more of why I love graphic tees.


Outfit Details
top | pants | shoes | hat | necklace | bag | earrings

Band and graphic tees were my absolute jam in middle and high school.

Even into my adult years, I find myself reaching over and over for my worn t-shirts with Demi Lovato and MAX on the front. However, for a day of shopping or a date night with my fiancé, I tend to gravitate towards a more fitted and fashionable option. There’s something so simplistic and simple about graphic tees, yet they’re endlessly versatile. I can wear this top just as well with my “fancy pants” as I can with cutoff shorts and sneakers. You could even pair it with a cute skirt for weekend brunch or a nicer event.

Do you reach for a graphic tee as often as I do?

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Chelsea
7 years ago

You seriously rock it and I love your photography!! I’m all about graphic tees. I have quite a few band tees….Johnny Cash, Guns N Roses, Pink Floyd!!

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Katie
7 years ago

Cute outfit! I agree with Cathy above, the yellow bag is perfect!

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Adriana Renee
7 years ago

Great outfit! I love graphic tees! I feel like you can easily make any outfit with them!

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Tanvi Rastogi
7 years ago

I love a good graphic tee. You rock everything you wear.

❥ tanvii.com

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Gentry Adams
7 years ago

I definitely think graphic tees can work for those of us who are no longer 16 🙂 Your accessories make this look so chic!

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Morgan of Traveling Trendy
7 years ago

Seriously, NOTHING beats a good graphic tee! I absolutely adore how you paired it with the dressier pants and the yellow purse to bring out the colors in the shirt. It also looks like your shooting location is identical to the flower on the shirt! Absolutely stunning.

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Vanessa
7 years ago

Love your outfit! This is great to keep in mind, I have tons of graphic tees but not many of them are as cute as these! A lot of them are from college 😛

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Chelsea
7 years ago

You seriously rock it and I love your photography!! I’m all about graphic tees. I have quite a few band tees….Johnny Cash, Guns N Roses, Pink Floyd!!

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Cathy
7 years ago

I love how you styled your graphic tee, the yellow bag pulls the outfit together perfectly!

XOXO
Cathy

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Katie
7 years ago

Cute outfit! I agree with Cathy above, the yellow bag is perfect!

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Adriana Renee
7 years ago

Great outfit! I love graphic tees! I feel like you can easily make any outfit with them!

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Tanvi Rastogi
7 years ago

I love a good graphic tee. You rock everything you wear.

❥ tanvii.com

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Gentry Adams
7 years ago

I definitely think graphic tees can work for those of us who are no longer 16 🙂 Your accessories make this look so chic!

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Morgan of Traveling Trendy
7 years ago

Seriously, NOTHING beats a good graphic tee! I absolutely adore how you paired it with the dressier pants and the yellow purse to bring out the colors in the shirt. It also looks like your shooting location is identical to the flower on the shirt! Absolutely stunning.

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Katherine
7 years ago

I still totally adore graphic tees, but I’ve stayed away from them lately and now I need to go back! The way you styled this one with the palazzo pants is amaaazing and so cute! I love finding the fine line between dressy and casual and this is perfect!

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Vanessa
7 years ago

Love your outfit! This is great to keep in mind, I have tons of graphic tees but not many of them are as cute as these! A lot of them are from college 😛

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Kim
7 years ago

I love how you styled this graphic tee! I love that graphic tees are popular because they can really show off your personality and can be dressed up or down.

xoxo,
Kim

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Alix Maza
7 years ago

Love a good graphic tee! Super cute choices.

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Candace
7 years ago

Graphic tees are stylish, super affordable and comfy!! Can’t ask for more. I liked how you paired it!

XO
Candace

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Indya | The Small Adventurer
7 years ago

I practically LIVE in graphic tees when I’m just at home, or running errands, but I’ve never looked this good in any of them before! 😍 Thank you for sharing ways to dress up this clothing staple of mine, as I do have so many that I love, and would like to wear more than just my jeans with them 😂

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Diana
7 years ago

Graphic tees are so cute and easy to wear! Love how you styled this one!

xx
http://www.thedecemberdame.com

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adriana
7 years ago

Yesss! Love this, graphic tees are the best! You can dress them up or down which is the best part!

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adriana
7 years ago

Yesss! Love this, graphic tees are the best! You can dress them up or down which is the best part!

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Melissa
7 years ago

This is a cute look! I have a ton of nerdy and nostalgic tees and love to wear a bandanna scarf, jeans, and cuff bracelets to give it a rockabilly vibe! I like all of your coffee picks!

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Melissa
7 years ago

This is a cute look! I have a ton of nerdy and nostalgic tees and love to wear a bandanna scarf, jeans, and cuff bracelets to give it a rockabilly vibe! I like all of your coffee picks!

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Mollie
7 years ago

I’m obsessed with graphic tees right now! I hope sneakers and tees never go out of style – I live for comfy chic outfits! Loving this Gucci-inspired one on you.

xx Mollie

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Tara Fuller
7 years ago

you’ve totally inspired me to buy that shirt!!

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Kelsey
7 years ago

Graphic tees are my favorite!!! And you sure do know how to rock them!!

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Jasmine Vargas
7 years ago

I am such a graphic tee kind of gal. Always have been. They’re just fun to wear and comfy.

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Summer
7 years ago

I have been all about the graphic tees lately! This one is so fun!

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Tara Fuller
7 years ago

you’ve totally inspired me to buy that shirt!!

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Kelsey
7 years ago

Graphic tees are my favorite!!! And you sure do know how to rock them!!

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Jessica
7 years ago

Graphic tees are the best! They are so much fun to dress up or down! So incredibly versatile.
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com

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Megan
7 years ago

I have the tee you’re wearing and wear it with anything, I’m on a huge graphic tee kick!

Megan | http://www.pipmegan.com

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Laura Leigh
7 years ago

Found a new love for graphic tees and now I’m obsessed! Absolutely love how you styled this one gal!

xo Laura Leigh
Louella Reese

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Taylor Mobley
7 years ago

This tee is amazing!!! You make anything look incredible though.

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Morgan
7 years ago

I love dressing them up too!! And gosh I just love these pants on you!

-Morgan
How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com

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Nicole
7 years ago

Oh I definitely love a graphic T, and I’m 38 years old now! I especially love mine with a blazer or a long cardigan with denim.

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Laura
7 years ago

I love how you styled your graphic tee! Such a cute outfit. So wish I could pull off wearing cute hats like you can.

xo, Laura

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Deborah
7 years ago

Yay! I love graphic tees and I love dressing them up too with nice pants and a blazer sometimes! I really love your Amour tee, so pretty!

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Julia Comil
7 years ago

I love your hat! Such a great look!! I love it!!

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Alix Maza
6 years ago

Love a good graphic tee! Super cute choices.

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Jasmine Vargas
6 years ago

I am such a graphic tee kind of gal. Always have been. They’re just fun to wear and comfy.

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Kim
6 years ago

I love how you styled this graphic tee! I love that graphic tees are popular because they can really show off your personality and can be dressed up or down.

xoxo,
Kim

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Indya | The Small Adventurer
6 years ago

I practically LIVE in graphic tees when I’m just at home, or running errands, but I’ve never looked this good in any of them before! 😍 Thank you for sharing ways to dress up this clothing staple of mine, as I do have so many that I love, and would like to wear more than just my jeans with them 😂

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WHILE THE DARK REMAINS was definitely one of those books 🙌🏼 This story left me utterly speechless in the best way. I can’t wait to read the upcoming sequel. 

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