1. Seaside Shirts

Nothing says summer fashion like “mermaidcore.” Keep this fantasy look casual with relaxed T-shirts that look great with any outfit, so all the attention is on the mermaid elements. You can modify one of our shirt design ideas or make your own with an ocean of mermaid clipart to pick from. If you’re going on an adventure with people close to you, check out these vacation themes to get inspired. Need it in a hurry? Look at the shirts in a day collection or super rush clothing to make sure you have what you need, just in time.

2. More Pockets, More Style

Inspired by cargo pants, this utility-focused fashion can be found on many kinds of garments for hip summer style. Check out pocket T-shirts for a convenient custom tee that fits in with this chic apparel trend. Other top brands showcase plenty of practical clothing and accessories that have several pockets, like Carhartt coolers, bags and short-sleeve t-shirts. Get creative with your artwork or logo to make your custom apparel really shine.

3. Tank Tops

White will be the most popular color for these shirts in summer 2023, which is great news because it looks great with everything from understated to over-the-top wardrobes. This crisp color also keeps you from overheating where darker colors would draw in sunlight. And since this is a sleeveless shirt, fashion trends just don’t get better for warm weather than this. Customize a summer hat to get some cool shade with your one-of-a-kind outfit. Check out baseball caps and bucket hats to find your favorite style.

4. Upscale Athleisure

Elevate the typical tank-and-leggings combo with iconic features like classic V necklines and fitted silhouettes. Pick flowy crop tops if looser looks are more to your group’s liking. To take this summertime trend one step further, choose more distinctive details such as thumb openings in the sleeves of a performance pullover and or subtle touches like garment washes in wave or mineral styles for athletic shorts.

5. Grunge Reborn

This ’90s aesthetic is getting a makeover. Building on timeless looks and long-lasting materials, the revamped 2023 grunge goes for more distressed textures and attention-getting patterns. Flannel is classic for grunge – even as it’s been modernized with more of an urban twist. Customize flannel shirts to bring your own personal touch to these summer outfits. If you’re more of a denim person, rest assured that there are options for men and women to enjoy while they cater to the modern grunge fashion sense.

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After all, if you have to wear a particular article of clothing, you might as well look good doing so, right? 

Over the past year and a half, we’ve seen some unique, creative, and downright cool designs. Today, we’re going to showcase a few of our favorites. Have a look, and see if you can’t find one that catches your eye. 

1. Light Up Your Life

We’ll start with one of our favorites. Designed and manufactured by The LED Hat, the LED display on these masks can be customized in basically whatever way you see fit through a companion app. The mask also comes preloaded with a variety of neat designs.

2. First, Face Yourself

There’s…really not a lot to say about this rather bizarre entry. It’s your face. On a mask. For some reason? 

3. Use the Force

Want to pay homage to one of the most legendary villains in science fiction history while also protecting yourself from the coronavirus? You can do that. The mask is 3D printed from 90% eco-friendly materials and ships with a replaceable PP filter. 

4. Not Quite the Roaring 20s We Had In Mind

When we said we wanted to relive the 20s, we meant without having to live through another global pandemic. But hey, if we’re going to be facing down a plague, we might as well draw on another era for some fashion and style advice, no? 

5. Everything’s Better With Leather

If you want to add a little bit of steampunk flair to your protective efforts, this hand-crafted leather mask is an excellent choice. The mask includes a pocket for a filter and two ventilation pockets for additional protection. It ships with a Polyester Diadora filter preinstalled, along with a spare filter. 

6. No. Just…No.  

If you want to show everyone how not to wear a mask, here’s a design that’s custom-tailored for you. The artist will even tailor your own face onto the mask for a bit of extra shock factor. 

7. Clearing Things Up a Bit

Here’s one that’s a bit more practical. The pandemic has, after all, been especially difficult for the hard of hearing — for anyone who relies on lip reading as part of their day-to-day communication. This mask makes things a bit easier for them. 

8. Now That’s Just Cold

Whether you’re a fan of Mortal Kombat or really just want to dress up like a mystical ice ninja, this full-size mask is based on the character from the 2021 film. Printed from biodegradable PLA plastic, it also ships with an accompanying machine-washable face mask. 

9. No One Cares Who You Are Until You Put On The Mask

The memes basically write themselves. 

10. Embrace Your Inner Oni

Lightweight, hand-painted, and 3D printed, this stylish mask is designed to be worn either on its own or with a cloth mask. Please note that if you wear it on its own, it will not offer any protection from COVID-19. We want to assume that would go without saying, but at this point, we aren’t leaving anything to chance.

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While you’ll probably be quarantining for this Mother’s Day as well, at least you can still enjoy it with some humorous t-shirts.

Whether the woman in your life has unprecedented patience or a sassy attitude, you’ll find the perfect t-shirt for her in this list.

Promoted to Mommy Again!

Are you expecting another bundle of joy? This t-shirt is a fun way to share your exciting news with family and friends. It’s also the perfect gift to make this extra-special Mother’s Day memorable.

My First Mother’s Day – The One Where I Was in Lockdown

While the above shirt is a great choice for any loving mother, this shirt might be a better choice for sassy moms. As if being a mom wasn’t challenging enough already, 2021 is proving to be another trying year, and even more so for new moms. 

So don’t forget to recognize all your wife does for your family! And if you’re buying it for yourself, don’t let your family forget all you do!

Must Obey Me

Don’t forget who the real boss of the house is! This shirt will give her a laugh and probably make her nod her head. Whether you’re on a family trip or enjoying a lazy day around the house, this shirt will be a constant reminder– to everyone!

World’s Best Cat Mom

Not all mothers have two-legged children. If you have any four-legged children, you still deserve recognition this Mother’s Day! Your four-legged children require a lot of time, attention, and care, so show off your pride with this fun t-shirt.

This is also a great t-shirt to give to friends with pets.

Thou Shall Not Try Me

While moms have incredible patience, there has probably been a time or two (particularly in 2020/2021) where she was unamused by misbehavior. This shirt is the perfect gift for any mom with a sense of humor. 

Promoted to Grandma 2021

Do you have some exciting news for your parents during 2021? This shirt is a fun way to break the news and make this Mother’s Day memorable. 

Or, if you already know about the great news, show it off proudly with this cute t-shirt

Raising Wild Things

Kids aren’t perfect, so sometimes it’s better to just enjoy a laugh. Whether the woman in your life has some unorthodox parenting strategies or a little too much fun with the kids, this shirt is perfect. Purchase it as a gift or get it for yourself!

Making The Most of Mother’s Day 2021

Going out for a lavish dinner might not be a possibility this year, but that doesn’t mean Mother’s Day is canceled. 

If you’re trying to figure out how to make Mother’s Day special in 2021, think about the simple things moms love. Whether it’s a quiet evening with a glass of wine or a homemade dinner (that someone else cooks!), moms appreciate the gesture of love and support. After all, nothing is more important than their family.

If you’re still looking for the perfect gift or have your own slogan you want to print on a shirt, you can create custom t-shirts with BlueCotton today.

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As we have in previous years, we want to mark the occasion with a few of our favorite spring t-shirt designs. Check them out below, and give the artists who made them a bit of love. And, if you’re feeling inspired, make your own in our Design Studio! 

It’s That Time of Year Again

Nobody enjoys spring cleaning. But if you’re going to be miserably sorting through several months (or years) of junk and clutter, you might as well be doing so with some cool T-shirts. 

What Can We Say? We Love Visual Puns

Besides, what other time of year can you crack a joke like this one? Might as well enjoy it while it lasts, right? 

Another Pun That’ll Put a Spring in Your Step 

Okay, ordinarily we wouldn’t bounce two puns in a row your way.  But this one really leaped out at us. 

Another Pun That’ll Put a Spring in Your Step 

Let’s be real. As buoyant and positive as morning people are, most of us can’t stand them until we’ve had at least two cups of coffee. We figure spring embodies this personality type more than any other season. 

In Case the Season Takes its Time

Spring doesn’t always roll around when it should. Sometimes, our friend the groundhog takes its sweet time to ring in the season.  This shirt is a gentle reminder that he should just get on with it. 

Ready for a Break

Because the only thing better than celebrating Spring Break is celebrating it with everybody’s favorite Star Wars meme. 

A (Mostly) Accurate Description

If you’re one of the unlucky folks who live where it regularly snows during spring, we’re terribly sorry. It must be awful living in such a nightmarish dystopia. 

A Poem for the Season

Not a whole lot to say about this one. We just love the design and appreciate the poetic flair. 

Greetings With Flowers 

Because really, you can’t have spring without flowers, right? 

One Last Shirt for the Road

If you’re not broke by the end of spring break, did you really party as hard as you should have? 

There you have it! A few more of our favorite celebratory spring t-shirts. Again, if you saw anything you liked, give the artists and designers a bit of attention. And if you feel suitably inspired, our Design Studio is just a click away! 

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Heart-shaped candies are flooding grocery stores across the country. Greeting card companies are kicking their marketing departments into high-gear. 

Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is coming. If you’ve got someone special to spend it with, why not mark the occasion with a pair of matching custom t-shirts? And if you’re spending it unattached, you might as well get a cool shirt to help yourself forget about the crippling loneliness. 

In addition to what we showcased last year, we’ve collected a few more of our favorite designs. Check them out, and see if any of them catch your fancy. If not, maybe you can take an idea or two over to our design studio and create your own. 

1. A Chemistry Lesson

Hopefully, it’s the kind of chemistry that makes sparks fly, and not the kind that makes everything explode. 

1. Gives A Whole New Meaning To “Ghosting”

A great shirt for anyone who’s found their player two. 

1. It Happens More Often Than You’d Think

Not that we’re speaking from experience or anything. 

1. In Case Anyone Was Wondering

Whether or not it’s by choice is another matter entirely. 

1. An Homage To A Classic Scene

Though to be fair, her other options were an eight-foot space gorilla and her own brother. 

1. This Is How A Lot Of Us Will Be Spending The Day

Hey, at least plenty of video games have romance options now, right? That’s kind of the same thing, isn’t it? 

1. We Just Really Like This Poem

This one seems oddly poignant in light of the new trilogy’s end. 

1. There Had To Be At Least One Pokemon Reference

And it’s perfect for anyone who’s had their heart captured by their significant other. 

1. It Wasn’t A Healthy Relationship Anyway

Romeo and Juliet had a really toxic dynamic. 

1. Who Doesn’t Love Sloths? 

Whoever they are, we don’t trust them. They’re worse than people who hate dogs. 

1. Along Came A Spider… 

… Who sat down beside her. What? It’s Spider-Man. That’s cool enough to stand on its own. 

1. A Match Made In Heaven 

Specifically, in the farthest reaches of the galaxy. 

1. Pizzas of Heart  

Hey, we almost made it through the whole list without mentioning pizza. You should all be proud. 

1. Good Words To Live By

This Valentine’s Day, if you don’t have a significant other, you might as well at least have a full stomach. 

Whether you’re happy for the chance at romance or sick of the sappy ads, Valentine’s Day is inevitable. How you choose to spend it is entirely up to you, though. 

And if you’re spending it single?

Don’t let it get to you. Ultimately, it’s really not that much different from any other day of the year. Well, aside from the fact that the price of chocolate goes through the roof and restaurant reservations become an outright impossibility.

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Why not commemorate that with some clothing for your faculty and students? There are plenty of great school-related custom t-shirt designs on the web and in our collection for clubs and events or sports teams. We’ve gathered a few of our favorites here.

See if any of them catch your eye – or if they don’t, hop over into our Design Studio to create your own!

1.  Get Ready to Learn!

It’s good to be prepared for what’ll happen at school. Granted, this one’s more for teachers than students, but it’s still a pretty decent design.

2.  A Neat Turn of Phrase

Who says school isn’t cool, though?

3.  Valuable Advice for Any Student

She is, after all, one of the coolest kids currently on television.

4.  Another for the Teachers

Anyone who thinks teaching isn’t a superpower should try maintaining order in a room full of screaming children. They’ll change their tune pretty quick, we think.

5.  Search Your Feelings – You Know it To Be True

No matter how much parents love their kids, everyone needs a break every now and then. Surprise the grown-ups with back-to-school gifts this year!

6.  Same, Though

We’re getting pretty sick of situations where people don’t know the difference between words.

7.  A Good Cycle

Eat, sleep, read, rinse, repeat. Maybe shower every now and then too.

8.  This One’s Just Kinda Cute

Not much else to be said here. Another really nice shirt that can be worn by students, teachers and parents alike.

9.  Marching Band Appreciation

Sing the praises of your school marching band, mascot and all, with this playful custom tee. Any student musicians can get the perfect shirt in our band tee designs.

10.  Good Question

Ready or not, here the kids come.

11.  School Mascot Spirit

From the first day of classes, you hope students are excited. Help them out with school spirit tees.

12.  One Last Shirt for the Teachers

And with a cool Game of Thrones reference no less!

13.  Student Council Pride

Give a warm welcome back to school for elected youth leaders with these custom student council T-shirts. Everyone from the president to the treasurer are sure to appreciate the unique look.

14.  Football Team Spirit

Kick off the year with a custom sports team shirt for your student athletes. Add a personalized touch and sporty style with our Names and Numbers feature. Get hyped for football with back-to-school clothes for the whole team.

15.  Cheer Love

Going back to school is a spirited time for everyone to catch up and look forward to the year ahead. And who’s more spirited than the cheer squad? Discover plenty of motivational shirt designs for cheerleaders today.

So, what do you think? See anything you like for your faculty, students or their parents? If not, we’ve got an online Design Studio that you can use to make the T-shirt design of your dreams, whether it’s for back-to-school or for any other occasion.

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Because dogs are wonderful. That’s an indisputable fact. In addition to giving your own dog an extra treat or belly rub, why not sport a shirt that lets everyone know exactly how you feel? 

We’ve included a few examples below – buy one if it catches your eye, or check out our Design Studio to make one for yourself!

1. Makes Sense. Dogs are Better Than People, Anyway

They’re happier, more lovable, and they don’t freak out when you try to pet them. 

2. An Important PSA

The dog probably did something to merit a hug. After all, it’s a dog. 

3. Boundaries are Important

Sometimes you’ve just gotta put your foot down. Especially about something so essential. 

4. We Just Thought This One Looked Cool

There’s not a lot else to say, really. 

5. An Offer You Can’t Refuse

You’ve got to admit, it’s a pretty decent pun. 

6. Again. People Suck. 

But dogs don’t. They’re wonderful. And as an aside, anyone who doesn’t like dogs probably shouldn’t be trusted. 

7.  Good Things to Wish For

What’s better than a night in with wine? A night in with wine and a dog. 

8. Which Type Are You?

If you’re the former, good on you. If you’re the latter, we’re afraid that’s a deal-breaker. 

9. Is There Any Better Reason? 

That’s a genuine question. We legitimately can’t think of a better justification for going or being anywhere. 

10. The Perfect Party Shirt

Saves you from having to say those words all the time, too! 

11.  Pugs

Simultaneously the ugliest and cutest dogs in existence. 

12.  True Love

Because there’s no relationship that’s purer than that between a dog and its master. 

13. Words to Live By

A boyfriend is temporary and fleeting. The love of a good boy (or girl) is eternal. 

14. Seems Legitimate to Us

We trust doctors, and we love dogs. Combining the two seems like a winning proposition, right? 

15. It’s Kind of Like A Drill Sergeant Voice, But Sterner

Training a dog can often seem like an exercise in futility – which is why we have the utmost respect for professional dog trainers.

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Reading in the U.S. has reached an all-time low. According to a recent study by nonpartisan think tank Pew Research, around 28 percent of Americans read for pleasure on any given day. Leisure reading, as the organization calls it, is declining amongst all age groups.

This year, let’s see if we can change that. 

Let’s encourage people to read more. Let’s celebrate the fact that books are the foundation of modern society. And let’s unite in our shared love of literature, starting with the clothes we wear.

We’ve compiled a few of our favorite clothing designs for book lovers below – we hope you find something that catches your interest! 

1. An Accurate Definition

We’d say this describes most of the people here pretty well. 

2. Similes are Often Based on Experience, After All

Has anyone here actually gone a day or more without reading? If so, would you mind telling the rest of us what it’s like? We’re a little curious. 

3. Scheduling Conflicts

Who needs bars, restaurants, or parties? Sometimes, relaxation is as simple as turning the page. 

4. It’s Nearly Always True

Name just one adaptation that the above statement doesn’t apply to. Go ahead. We’ll wait. 

5. They’re The Unsung Heroes of Our Time

Librarians are important and are definitely unsung heroes in any community.

6. More People Should Follow This Advice

Libraries are essential.  They’re a cornerstone of communities, giving disadvantaged people the opportunity to learn, look for jobs, and find new friends. Moreover, they’re living monuments to history, collecting stories and knowledge from across the centuries. 

7.  Books or Fists. Those are the Options

Really, some people deserve to be punched. But for some reason, that’s not socially acceptable. Better to forget about them with a good book. 

8.  Sounds Pretty Great, Honestly

Also known as “the introvert’s dream vacation.” 

9. It’s True, You Know

We’re not really sure how literature would protect the human race from whatever killed them off. But we’re certain it would. Somehow. 

10. <3

As much as we all love books, sometimes a picture really is worth a thousand words. If you like any of the designs we showcased above, be sure to give the artists a bit of love. And if any of those designs inspired you, check out our Design Studio and see what you can dream up on your own!

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From gardening to partying to young love, we’ve gathered a few of our favorite shirts from all over the web that perfectly capture that experience. We hope you like them! And if any of them spark your creativity, pop open our Design Studio and create a few seasonal graphic tees of your own.

1. We Definitely Do

Spring and summer are definitely the two best seasons for those of us with a green thumb. And there’s wisdom in approaching our personal lives in the same way we’d approach gardening.

2. It’s Very True

Snow in April might be a rarity in some parts – but it happens. Lighten the mood for snowy springs with this clever custom tee.

3. Confidence Is Important

When you know you look good, you might as well strut your stuff, right?

4. It Works for Both Spring and Summer!

Cute pun? Check. Pleasing colors? Check. A shirt that can be worn across multiple seasons? Check. This one’s a winner in our eyes.

5. For When Spring Is the Perfect Season for You

Spring is a pretty wonderful time of year, sure. But all the same, it can be pretty harrowing as well. If you relate to that, this is the shirt for you.

6. The Best Vibes

Relax. Smile. Be happy. The sun is shining, and it’s the season of love and relaxation. Say it all with this simple springtime T-shirt design.

7. Pretty Accurate, Really

Garage sales are a pretty natural follow-up to spring cleaning, after all. What else are you going to do with all that junk? Might as well find a new home for it, right?

8. Solid Advice

Be like a flower. Grow, bloom and thrive. Hey, inspirational gardening metaphors go well with the spring season.

9. Dreamcatcher

Not a whole lot to say about this one. It’s just a really cool design. Complete with flowers and a dreamcatcher too.

10. Flowers

We’ll wrap this piece up with one last seasonal shirt design – simple, clean and aesthetically pleasing. Great for spring, this look is perfect to wear any other time the mood arises.

A Garden of Custom T-Shirt Designs to Choose From

So many events are celebrated in spring, from St. Patrick’s to Earth Day. Camping trips and club outings can be even better with custom tees that commemorate the occasion for everyone who got to join in on the fun.

Charitable causes also start to blossom in the season. Create an autism awareness tee for April or other health shirts, such as designs for Mental Health Month in May. Fundraising events also benefit from complementary shirts, raffle prizes or purchasable apparel. Everything from walk-a-thons and bike races to bake sales and car washes can have a custom tee for community togetherness.

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Mom might not be able to party quite like she used to, but that doesn’t mean she can’t have a bit of fun in the meantime.  

1. Bringing The Thunder

Slaying giants? Commanding the elements? Wielding Mjolnir? That’s table stakes. Raising kids? There’s the real challenge.

1. Same Thing, Really.

Kids feel like a blessing, sure. At the same time, motherhood can be a real wild ride – one that leaves you feeling like you’re being run through the ringer on a regular basis.

1. You Know It’s True

If you haven’t cursed the world out at least once, are you really experiencing motherhood?  

1. Due Date

Expecting mothers are mothers too. They should be celebrated just the same.

1. True Heroics

This shirt accurately reflects that motherhood can seem downright superhuman at times.

1. A State of Mind

All mothers have been there at one point or another. Some more often than others.

1. Royalty

Another pretty great mother/daughter shirt. Hey, Game of Thrones is back on the air. It’s as good a time as any to get something like this, right?

1. All About The Hashtags

Being a mom is more than a pastime. It’s more than a profession. It’s a lifestyle – and this shirt is perfect for the women living it.

1. Strength in Motherhood

Being a great mother takes a lot of personal strength. Here’s a shirt that recognizes the women who’ve achieved that lofty goal.

1. Not Every Mother Is Still With Us

Losing one’s mother is anything but easy. And it’s especially painful to deal with around Mother’s Day.

1. Low Battery

Because sometimes, being a mom can feel like you’re constantly running around needing a change of battery.

1. A Lofty Title

For when you absolutely have to show your appreciation to an amazing mom.

1. The Living Dead

To be fair, it isn’t just mothers. Most of us can relate to this T-shirt. Coffee is the lifeblood of modern society, after all.

1. A Maternity Shirt That Works After The Fact

This might technically be a shirt for expecting mothers, sure. But if you’ve got an avian-loving mom in your life, it’s one that works even after one’s pregnancy!
We hope you liked some of the designs above. And even if you didn’t, we hope they gave you a spot of inspiration. Why not hop over to our design studio and make a few of your own?

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