Gen X T-Shirt - "Born in the 70s, Raised in the 80s" Retro Tee
A clean, soft cotton tee that speaks to a whole generation. This lightweight shirt carries a bold, retro block print reading “GEN X – Born in the 70’s, Raised in the 80’s,” giving a straightforward nod to childhood mixtapes, arcade nights, and the slow-burn culture that shaped an independent spirit. The smooth ring-spun fabric and ribbed crew neck make it comfortable for everyday wear, while the tubular knit keeps the silhouette neat and uncluttered. Wear it to nostalgia nights, casual meetups, or on weekend errands — it’s the kind of shirt that starts conversations and layers easily under a denim jacket or flannel.
The design feels honest and slightly gritty, like a cassette tape cover or a block-letter band poster. It’s for people who remember dial-up tones, Saturday morning cartoons, and the first time they heard their favorite song live on the radio. Subtle details — the tear-away label, shoulder tape for stability, and durable print methods — keep the shirt feeling lived-in but well cared for.
This is a straightforward, authentic tee for folks who want to wear a memory, not a trend.
Product features
- 100% ring-spun cotton lightweight fabric (approx. 153 g/m²) for soft, year-round wear
- Tubular knit construction with no side seams for a clean, waste-reducing silhouette
- Ribbed, elastic crew neckline with shoulder tape to retain shape and prevent stretching
- Pearlized tear-away label and ethically sourced cotton with Oeko-Tex certification
- Prints applied using DTG for body prints and DTF for sleeve/inner neck details; meets EU safety standards
Care instructions
- Do not dryclean
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), with similar colors
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 16.00 | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 | 30.00 | 32.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 | 34.00 | 35.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 7.99 | 8.23 | 8.50 | 8.74 | 9.02 | 9.25 | 9.49 | 9.72 | 9.96 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
Without side seams
Knit in one piece using tubular knit, it reduces fabric waste and makes the garment more attractive
Ribbed knit with seam
Ribbed knit makes the collar highly elastic and helps retain its shape
Shoulder tape
Twill tape covers the shoulder seams to stabilize the back of the garment and prevent stretching
Fabric
Made from specially spun fibers that make very durable and smooth fabric that is perfect for printing. The "Natural" color is made with unprocessed cotton, which results in small black flecks throughout the fabric.
Age restrictions
For adults
Warranty
EU warranty - 2 years
Other compliance information
Meets the flammability, lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde level requirements.
Country of origin
Made in Bangladesh
DTF sleeve prints
The sleeve prints offered by Print Clever are printed using Direct-to-Film (DTF) print method, while the rest of the prints are done with the Direct-to-Garment method
DTF inner neck labels
The inner neck labels are printed using the Direct-to-Film (DTF) print method, while the rest of the prints are done with the Direct-to-Garment (DTG) method.
Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), with similar colors ; Do not bleach; Tumble dry: low heat; Do not dryclean; Iron, steam or dry: low heat.
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