# Nostalgic Apparel Illustrations The Lunchbreath 'My Life In Shirts' Infographic Conjures Memories By Josh Triantafilou | Published 2012-03-21 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-life-in-shirts References: [lunchbreath](http://lunchbreath.com/cartoons/my-life-in-shirts) & [lunchbreath](http://lunchbreath.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Shirts_FLAT.jpg) As its name suggests, the ‘My Life in Shirts’ infographic tells the story of blogger and [illustrator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-and-kenshi-yonezu) Lunchbreath’s life through clothing. The illustration is easy to relate to for anyone who identifies periods of their life with clothing they wore at the time. ‘My Life in Shirts’ is undeniably [nostalgic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-ut-x-tamagotchi) and self-deprecating; such sentiment is not uncommon when looking back at one’s own story: crappy jobs, good jobs, nice relationships, bad relationships, nice shirts, inexcusably awful shirts, hot pants, cold pants and so forth. Despite the idiosyncratic focus of ‘My Life in Shirts’—it tells the story of only its creator’s life—it has wide appeal. This should not be too surprising though. Eras of pop culture at large are routinely and almost inseparably associated with [styles of clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nostalgia-based Illustration:** Brands can use nostalgia in their marketing to create a deeper emotional connection with customers through illustrations reminiscent of a simpler time. - **Personalized Infographics:** Ad agencies can create personalized infographics that tell the story of their clients' lives, creating a more intimate connection with the audience. - **Fashion-based Storytelling:** Fashion brands can use storytelling to create a narrative around their clothing, bringing customers deeper into their brand and values. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can create clothing that is designed to evoke nostalgia, reminding shoppers of the styles that defined previous eras. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Ad agencies can create personalized, nostalgia-based infographics or illustrations to tell the brand's story in new and engaging ways. - **Art and Design:** Designers can use their skills to create personalized infographics or illustrations that tell the story of a person or brand, creating intimate connections with their audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [QSR Collaborative Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonaldland-clothing-line.md) - [Receipt-Inspired Graphic T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-to-order.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Retro Cartoon Back-to-school Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-styles.md) - [Bakery-Themed Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/road-bread.md) - [Retro Tech Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-holiday-sweater.md) - [Nostalgic Coffee Shop Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timshopca.md) - [Burger Branded Button-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbh.md) - [Nostalgic Cartoon-Joint Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanuts-comic-1.md)