How the White T-Shirt Became Iconic

The white T-shirt was once underwear. No one wore it in public. That changed in

the 1950s when Marlon Brando and James Dean wore plain white tees on screen. The look became

rebellious overnight. It symbolized youth, defiance, and independence. No logos.

No status. Just attitude. Every generation reinvented it. Rock stars.

Punks. Minimalists. Designers tried to improve it, but never replaced

it. Today, it’s the most worn garment on Earth, found in every culture

and every era. The white T-shirt proves one rule. Simplicity lasts longer than trends.

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