SIMPLICITY ~ “the state of being simple, uncomplicated, or uncompounded” (Merriam-Webster Dictionary). SOPHISTICATION ~ having a refined knowledge of the ways of the world cultivated especially through wide experience” (Merriam-Webster Dictionary). Those two terms seem to be CONTRADICTORY which makes having them intertwined even more impressive.

How do you take a graphic t-shirt and make it really stand out as a statement piece? SANDWICH IT! I could also have worn it with jeans to make a very CASUAL look, but it wouldn’t have focused the attention to the message on my t-shirt. That’s why we wear graphic t-shirts, isn’t it? We have a MESSAGE to convey, no matter what the wording or picture. We want someone to KNOW (even if it’s just a reminder to yourself) something we like or believe in. It may be a funny message, it may be a concert t-shirt, it may say WHO you are (baseball mom, grandma, etc.), but it’s always INTENTIONAL.

I just love making a statement! Why are people so afraid of a lot of COLOR? I think it brightens up the world. Now don’t get me wrong, I used to would have NEVER worn something like this. But do you know what? As I have discovered and uncovered the REAL me, I have learned that I like to mix things up. For so long I dressed “normal” or what was ACCEPTABLE by the majority of society. I say majority because there are some daring people (I put myself in that category now) who readily and happily break that MOLD and do their own thing.

I just love graphic tees!  I’d say just about EVERYBODY has at least one graphic tee in their closet.  You know, I used to think they were only for “relaxed” days at home, for exercising or working outside, or maybe with a comfy pair of shorts for pajamas - can I get an AMEN!  I’ve come to a NEW realization.  Graphic tees can be worn just about ANYTIME!  You can take a graphic tee and make it everyday wear while still looking “nice”.  Now you may have a job that prohibits it, but if not, why not go for it?  JAZZ it up and make it your new go-to style.