T-shirts: America's Most Popular Gift | Shopping

By RickLondon
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Even though nearly every adult in the U.S. is reported to have a favorite t shirt, and at least fifteen in their drawer, how do you know what tshirt to buy as a gift. Sometimes it's even harder to choose the right one for you.

Some people think there is no such thing as a perfect tshirt and they might be right, for them maybe. But for me, there always is a perfet one, and it is usually more than one. If you ask me to explain it, I can't, but I know it when I see it, and it communicates a great deal of humor that I, personally, may be too shy to purvey vocally.

When choosing a t shirt for someone else, I usually try to get inside their head and heart. What do they feel most comfortable in? Do they love humor or would feel embarrassed wearing a funny item of clothing? Do they prefer a historic place photo? All these things have to be taken into consideration. Like me, most of my friend's tee philosophy is "the funnier the better".

Again, you need to think like the other person. Is tha person a visual type or enjoys words more. Perhaps both. I am one of those proud tee owners and so most of my favorite t-shirts have a graphic cartoon image with some text. These never fail to be conversation pieces and if I go walking in them or to the mall, I am stopped every time by people wanting to know where I got it, or just a simple compliment on it.

Knowing the likes and dislikes of the recepient, his or her profession etc. can make tee shopping simple. Simply find the tee in the right professional catory, go through the inventory, choose, click and buy.

The best part of giving a tee as a gift, aside from the price usually being between $14 and $25 depending on the quality and graphic, is the fact that it is something people don't talk about a lot, but get great use out of them. It is, in many ways, an ideal and unexpected gift, especially when humor or cartooning is involved.

Great tees are readily available on the web. Order for yourself and wear wear it to the mall or park. Notice the dramatic difference in attitude people have when approaching you, especially if you are wearing one that is humorous. It happens nearly every time to me. Someone will stop me and want to know where I got it, and sometimes are even crass enough to ask what I paid for it. But that's okay. It's usually a nice person simply giving a compliment and seeking information on how to order a similar one.

Tshirts, historically have been an excellent way to express oneself. If you've not tried one on for size,and seen the positive reaction of your circle of friends (and those outside the circle) you will. Order one today and see the difference.

Add a matching cap or dog sweater for your dog and get the attention of a supermodel.

About the Author

Top Internet Cartoonist Rick London has several gift stores that sell many items featuring his cartoons including cartoon tshirts How To Buy The Perfect T-Shirt, and

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