Mini Style Secrets
3 ways to style
a graphic tee
Each month we spin one closet staple into three new looks. You’re welcome!
A good graphic tee is like a bowl of pasta—easy, loved by all ages, and somehow always hits the spot. And in summer? It’s a secondhand hero. Thrifted tees bring instant personality to any outfit (think trucks, rainbows, and space rockets), and they pair with pretty much everything. Here’s how to make the most of your kid’s favorite tee (without a wardrobe meltdown in sight).
LOOK #1:
ICE CREAM RUN READY
This outfit is built for spontaneity—one minute you’re at home stacking blocks, the next you’re racing to catch the ice cream truck. It’s lightweight, easy to peel off after a popsicle incident, and stylish enough for a quick pic in front of the ice cream van. Best of all, it’s made for kids who treat summer like a full-contact sport. Fun, fresh, and freezer-aisle approved.
FORMULA:
Graphic tee
Comfy shorts
Velcro sandals
Denim jacket
Real kid review:
“ I can eat THREE scoops in this outfit. And run after the ice cream truck. ”
— Ally, age 4, full-time flavor tester
LOOK #2:
GARDEN EXPLORER
This look is for any kid who loves to turn backyards into jungle expeditions. The tee brings the personality, the overalls bring the practicality, and the rain boots and jacket make for easy rinse-offs when things get extra muddy. It’s all about maximum comfort with minimal concern for grass stains. Just add sunshine and a watering can.
FORMULA:
Graphic tee
Denim overalls
Rain boots
Aviator Jacket
Real kid review:
“ There’s dirt on my clothes and in my sock, but I found a worm! ”
— Noah, age 6, future botanist, current mess-maker
LOOK #3:
COOL CAMPER
Laid-back but layered, this look gives big summer camp energy. Comfy leggings are made for tree-climbing and cartwheeling, while the graphic baseball hat adds a slice of camper cool. Plus, an over-layer means this works from sunrise to s’mores. So, whether they’re off to camp, or just building forts in the backyard, this outfit says: I’ve got plans.
FORMULA:
Graphic tee
Leggings
Baseball cap
Lightweight zip-up hoodie for cooler evenings
Real kid review:
“ I wore my favorite outfit for s’mores AND the talent show.”
— Ava, age 9, certified marshmallow roaster
Look for gender-neutral graphics in bigger sizes—they’re easy to pass down, mix and match across seasons, and never go out of style. (Dinosaurs don’t care about trends.)
