# Deceptive Fashion 2 Fake Argyle T-Shirts Let You Fake Being Preppy By Bianca | Published 2008-03-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/argyle-t-shirt References: [ohmythatsawesome](http://www.ohmythatsawesome.com/2008/03/argyle-outside.html) & [bluefly](http://www.bluefly.com/pages/products/detail.jsp?PRODUCT<>prd;_id=2073370651&FOLDER;<>folder;_id=2289423&N=2289419&Ns=Popularity|0||Product+Code|1&Nu=Product+ID) I saw someone wear an **argyle-print T-shirt** once, and was deceived until I was right next to him; that's when I realized he wasn't actually dressed in a fancy sweater -- he was faking preppy! T-shirts that fake a certain look can take a piece once considered ultra-casual, and make it appropriate for even a work setting. The [cotton tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airknitx-tshirt) also don't come with the itch most [argyle sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eloise-wool-sweater) do, they cost way less, and they're comfortable and breezy, making them ideal for even the summers. The ones featured are from [BlueFly](http://www.bluefly.com/pages/products/detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=2073370651&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2289423&N=2289419&Ns=Popularity%7c0%7c%7cProduct%2bCode%7c1&Nu=Product+ID) and are only $25! Check out some more fake style tees: ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Argyle-print T-shirts:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by creating affordable and comfortable argyle-print T-shirts that mimic the look of expensive sweaters. - **Faux Preppy Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by designing clothing items that create the illusion of preppy style without the high cost and discomfort. - **Casual-inspired Workwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by creating T-shirts that are suitable for professional settings, providing a comfortable and cost-effective alternative to traditional work attire. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by developing fake style tees that mimic the look of more expensive pieces. - **Apparel Retail:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the apparel retail industry by offering affordable and comfortable argyle-print T-shirts to cater to a broader consumer base. - **Workwear Industry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the workwear industry by introducing casual-inspired T-shirts that are suitable for professional settings and provide a convenient and affordable clothing option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Affordable Tennis-Inspired Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenniscore.md) - [Quick-Drying Summer T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-tee.md) - [Fashion-Forward Tennis Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-activewear.md) - [Classic Fisherman-Inspired Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seafarer-cotton-sweaters.md) - [Cheeky Golf Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheater-pants.md) - [Golf-Centric Fashionable Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-capsule.md) - [Elevated Loungewear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-loungewear.md) - [Soufflé Yarn Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlos-souffl-yarn.md) - [Unique T-Shirt Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airknitx-tshirt.md)