For a massive fanboy like me, wearing a t-shirt bearing the name of my beloved isn’t quite enough. I want a band shirt that vibrates on a much more sophisticated frequency of fandom.
My ‘I heart metal’ t-shirt is a siren call to only the most dedicated of Elliott Smith fans. And only a seasoned Blondie lover recognises my Mick Ronson t-shirt is actually an oblique reference to Debbie Harry.
That’s why Worn Free are such a leading light in t-shirt design. Their shirts are lovingly restored versions of things you’ve seen your loved ones wearing. Plus they’re made from pre-washed super soft cotton.
I’ve agonised over their catalogue trying to narrow down my favourites and here they are….
(above) Johnny Ramone’s ‘Chatterbox’ t-shirt and John Lennon’s ‘Yoko Ono’ t-shirt, both £31.99 each
(above) Debbie Harry’s ‘Cadet Training Corps’ tee and Peter Cook’s ‘California fish’ tee, both £31.99 each