Fashion is an expression. What a person wears and styles, can tell you a lot about a person. A lot of people decide to wear band tees over other styles of clothing. If you look around, many LP students wear them everyday, but what makes them so special? Most people have a band tee tucked away in their closet, I know I have a couple. Let’s talk a bit about them and why they are important.
The world around us, in fashion and in general, changes rapidly, but it seems the classic band tees are unchangeable. Band shirts are a way people can express their music taste through their style. There are a couple reasons why people decide to wear a classic band shirt, and all of them are valid.
One reason is the unique style. Vintage band shirts give off a style you can’t find in modern clothing. Oftentimes, band tees have a one of a kind design, depending on the time and place you get them. Another reason could be that it is a conversation started. A lot of people won’t think about this, but when you express a band you like, you may find that more people around you also like the same thing.
Now, coming from a person who likes fashion, I will give you my personal opinion on people who wear band tees without listening to the actual band. I understand some bands have unique logos and designs that look cool, but you shouldn’t wear it just because of the looks. When you wear something as specific as a band shirt, it tells people you like this band, artist, rapper, or group. Here are a few reason why I think that:
A band is absolutely a brand when you get to the bottom of it, but to fans, they don’t see it this way. It’s a way that they can connect with artists, not just through merch. Sometimes, it can even be disrespectful to the band. It’s almost like saying you don’t care about their music, just their logo. Have you ever seen someone wearing a shirt of a band you like? But, when you go to talk to them, they just awkwardly turn you down. It is not fun.
Most often, band tees look cool, because they are. All I am trying to say is at least try out the bands songs before you wear their merch as a daily outfit.
What’s your favorite band shirt? Leave a comment down below.
