Men's T-Shirts With Funny Sayings.
Funny shirts for guys who are funnier than their shirt. Ideally.
Most men's funny t-shirts have the same problem: they were designed to be bought as a gift by someone who doesn't know your size. Boxy in the wrong places, a clip-art joke about beer or golf, and a print that cracks after three washes. They end up as sleep shirts.
A funny saying tee you'll actually wear in public starts with a good blank: oversized or boxy, cotton with some weight, a washed color that looks lived-in. Then add a line that's funny because it's strange or self-aware, not because it's loud. The German Shepherd that barks in French. The guy who lives vicariously through himself.
Here's how to choose men's t-shirts with funny sayings, how they should fit, and five outfits that make a funny slogan tee look like streetwear instead of a white-elephant prize.
Five Outfits for Men's Funny Slogan Tees
Oversized Tee, Baggy Jeans, Chunky Sneakers
The current streetwear proportion: a roomy tee with dropped shoulders, relaxed jeans that stack slightly at the ankle, and a chunky sneaker to balance the volume. A big front saying sits right in the middle of it.
Washed Black Tee with Grey Sweatpants
Weekend uniform. A washed black saying tee, tapered grey sweats and clean runners. Simple enough that the shirt does the talking, sharp enough for brunch.
Funny Tee Under a Chore Coat
A canvas chore coat in tan, navy or olive turns a funny tee into a fall outfit. Leave it open so the saying stays visible.
Slogan Tee and Carpenter Pants
Loose workwear pants with a hammer loop pair well with a dry, deadpan saying. Add boots in colder months.
Back-Print Tee with Shorts and Slides
Summer. A back-print saying tee, mid-thigh shorts and slides or low sneakers. The joke lands as you walk away, which is excellent comedic timing.
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Fit: The Part Most Guys Get Wrong
On an oversized tee, the shoulder seam should sit slightly past your shoulder and the hem should land around the middle of your fly or just below. Too long and it looks like a nightshirt; too short and it rides up every time you reach for something.
Between sizes on an oversized fit? Size down. On a classic fit, size up for a relaxed look. Our size guide has measurements for both.
Funny Sayings That Land for Guys
Deadpan and absurd beat crude. A strange, specific line gets a laugh and a question; a crude one gets a polite nod. Self-deprecating jokes work because they make you look confident. Pet jokes are reliable crowd-pleasers, especially when the animal is doing something it shouldn't be able to do.
Skip the "my wife says" jokes, the beer-belly puns and anything that needs a disclaimer at a family barbecue.
Graphics That Help the Joke
A small illustration can carry half the joke. A German Shepherd in a beret and a striped neckerchief saying "Wouaf!" makes the line above it twice as funny. Keep the illustration in the same ink as the text so the design reads as one piece, and use one accent color at most.
What Breaks the Look
Novelty shirts in stiff, shiny polyester. Tees that are two sizes too big in the body but tight in the sleeves. A funny tee with a funny hat. Cracked or peeling prints. Wearing the same joke shirt to every event with the same people.
FAQ
What are good funny sayings for men's t-shirts?
Short, specific, slightly absurd lines, self-deprecating jokes and pet humor. Avoid crude jokes and anything aimed at a partner or coworkers.
What fit should guys choose for a funny t-shirt?
An oversized or boxy fit with dropped shoulders looks most current. For a closer fit, choose a classic cut in a heavier fabric so the print sits flat.
Are funny t-shirts good gifts for guys?
Yes, if the joke matches his humor and the shirt is one he'd wear anyway. Choose a good blank in black or a washed color and a line that's funny without being mean.
How should a men's oversized tee fit?
Shoulder seams just past the shoulder, the hem around the middle of the fly, and enough room in the chest that the print doesn't stretch.
Can I wear a funny tee on a date?
A clever, non-crude saying on a clean tee with good jeans and decent shoes works for casual dates, and it gives the other person an easy opener.
How do I stop my funny tee from fading?
Wash inside out in cold water, skip fabric softener, and line dry when you can.
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