Women's T-Shirts With Sayings.
Oversized, cropped, knotted or tucked. A saying tee goes with more than you think.
Women's t-shirts with sayings tend to come in two flavors: pastel tees with motivational script, and shrunken versions of men's joke shirts. Neither is the whole story. A good saying tee is a streetwear piece first and a joke or statement second, and it should work with jeans, skirts, trousers and everything in between.
The most versatile option right now is a unisex oversized tee, worn the way you want it: roomy and slouchy, knotted at the waist, or tucked into something high-waisted. Pick a line you actually find funny, in bold type on a washed black or bone blank, and most of the styling takes care of itself.
Here are five outfits for women's slogan tees, how to choose the fit, and which funny slogan tees land versus the ones that end up as gym shirts.
Five Ways to Style a Women's Saying Tee
Oversized Tee with Bike Shorts
An oversized saying tee over bike shorts with chunky sneakers and crew socks. Comfortable, current, and the shirt is long enough that the saying sits front and center.
Tucked Tee with a Midi Skirt
Front-tuck a saying tee into a satin or denim midi skirt and add sneakers or ankle boots. The casual shirt against the softer skirt is the whole appeal.
Knotted Tee with High-Waisted Jeans
Gather the hem to one side and knot it at the waistband of high-waisted straight jeans. It shapes an oversized tee without a cropped cut and keeps the full saying visible.
Saying Tee Under an Oversized Blazer
A blazer over a funny tee is the easiest smart-casual outfit there is. Add straight trousers or dark jeans and loafers. The blazer frames the saying like a picture.
Back-Print Tee and Low-Slung Cargos
Low-slung cargos, a back-print saying tee and a small shoulder bag. Very streetwear, very easy, and the saying shows off when you turn around.
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Oversized, Cropped or Fitted
Oversized tees look relaxed and balance well with fitted bottoms like bike shorts, leggings and slim jeans, or with tucked and knotted styling. Cropped tees pair best with high-waisted bottoms. Fitted tees show a saying cleanly but can stretch large prints, so they suit shorter lines.
For a unisex oversized tee, many women size down one from their usual size for a slouchy fit that isn't swimming. Check the size guide for exact measurements.
Funny Slogan Tees That Land
The rules are the same as for any saying tee: short, specific and sounding like you. Dry humor and strange confessions, like "I live vicariously through myself.", feel more personal than the wine-and-coffee jokes that have been everywhere for years. Sayings that poke fun at yourself land better than ones aimed at men, exes or coworkers.
Pairing and Accessories
Let the tee be the loudest piece. Gold or silver jewelry, a simple bag and a plain cap work; patterned bottoms and graphic accessories compete with the words.
If the tee has an accent color, like the pink dot on Professional Idiot prints, echo it once (a bag, nails or socks) and stop there.
What Breaks the Look
Shrunken baby-doll tees with stretchy prints that crack. Glitter script you can't read from more than a foot away. Tucking an oversized tee all the way in so it balloons out. A second slogan on your bag or hat.
FAQ
Can women wear unisex saying tees?
Yes. Many of the best slogan tees are unisex. Size down for a closer fit, or wear your usual size for an oversized look.
How do I style an oversized saying tee as a woman?
Balance it with fitted bottoms, front-tuck it into high-waisted jeans or a skirt, or knot it at the waist.
What are good funny sayings for women's t-shirts?
Dry, self-aware, specific lines age best. Skip jokes you've already seen on mugs and anything aimed at someone else.
Are cropped saying tees still in style?
Yes, especially with high-waisted jeans, cargos and skirts. An oversized tee knotted at the waist gets a similar look with more flexibility.
Can I wear a saying tee with a skirt?
Absolutely. Tuck it into a midi or mini skirt and add sneakers or boots for a casual contrast.
How do I keep a printed tee looking new?
Wash inside out on cold, skip the dryer when you can, and never iron the print.
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