More than a decade ago we launched a small t‑shirt line with designs for women, men, and — yes — even dogs. We eventually retired the line, so who knows how many of those shirts are still out there — beyond the few I know are stashed in my dad’s closet (he was our biggest fan) and the one that appeared at a book signing in 2015.
Earlier this year we started talking about bringing the line back. This time we wanted to move away from obvious logo shirts and toward pieces that feel like they belong in anyone’s wardrobe, while still reflecting a recognizable Young House Love aesthetic.
For months we refined designs, searched for the best fitting tees, and “test‑wore” them around the house. Today we’re excited to unveil the collection. We also filmed a short video that shows every style in motion — if you can, watch it to get the full feel of the fabrics and fits.
If you can’t view the video right now, no worries — here’s a quick overview. You may have spotted a few of these tees in our recent photos and on Instagram; they were gentle hints. Sherry’s favorite is the Classic Black, though she often reaches for the Onyx version. I tend to alternate: Midnight is my go‑to, but Extreme Gray has been in heavy rotation lately.
We also included a few patterned options for people who like a little more personality. There’s a subtle Black‑on‑Black Stripe and a Black Ombre that fades within the same tonal family for a low‑key statement without being loud.
For Sherry and fellow Jersey girls, we added animal prints she believes are neutral essentials. Don’t hesitate to mix in the Panther or Raven prints with the rest of your wardrobe. For the men’s styles, our Stallion print brings a playful edge — maybe it’s psychological, but it tends to make people act a little more adventurous.
We’re offering a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE promotion to make it easy to pick up a style for yourself and one for someone you care about. It’s surprisingly common to find two people unintentionally sharing one oversized shirt — three armholes and lots of awkward hugging — so this is a perfect excuse to coordinate.
We handed samples to friends and received helpful early feedback. Reactions ranged from amused to delighted, with comments like “Wow, they all feel so consistent” and playful quips about how similar the black tees look — which, in our opinion, is a compliment to the fit and finish.
We’re confident you’ll find one (or more) that feels like a staple. Whether you prefer a classic solid, a subtle stripe, or an animal print, these tees were designed to be mixed and matched with what you already own.
So, what are you waiting for? Browse the styles below and pick a favorite — or take advantage of the BOGO deal and try two. We suspect choosing just one will be harder than you think.
And just to be transparent — APRIL FOOLS! This post continues an annual tradition of playful April Fools posts we’ve run over the years.
If you’re curious about real, independent blogger t‑shirt lines that we actually own and love, here are a few to consider: Proper.tee by Chris Loves Julia, I Love Old Houses by Cheap Old Houses, Ampersand Supply by Love & Renovations, The Home Edit merch, and Oui Fresh by A Beautiful Mess. Sherry owns one she wears often and even bought a second for our daughter.
If you want to dive deeper into our past April Fools projects — it’s a sizable tradition — here’s a short list of highlights by year and title so you can explore the ones that sound fun:
- 2019 – Our new podcast theme song
- 2018 – Beach house workout video
- 2017 – The launch of a novelty sock line
- 2016 – An app for swapping out decor items
- 2015 – Alexa for home decorating
- 2014 – An inter‑household crafting challenge
- 2013 – “Hush” – our debut music video
- 2012 – A totally reasonable throne purchase
- 2011 – Plans for Burger’s very own playroom
- 2010 – A super classy curb appeal upgrade
- 2009 – The purrfect light fixtures
Thanks for going along with our bit this year. Whether you enjoyed the joke or clicked through to real products, we appreciate you reading and laughing along with the tradition.