When you see one of those t-shirts that makes you laugh or starts a conversation, do you wish you could dream one up for yourself? You can! These 30 pun ideas can get you started, so you’ll be able to make a shirt that fits your personality to a T.
Try making a play on words about…
Your Heroes – A nod to your favorite comic book characters can be a super shirt idea.
Favorite Foods – Foodies, check your menus for inspiration for a fun T-shirt idea.
Animal Charm – Pets and other animals can be a pretty doggone good resource for virally “punny” T-shirt ideas. Prefer one that’s cat-themed? Here’s a purr-fect option. Or go big for a pun that they’ll never forget.
Sporting Pursuits – A T-shirt that plays on your favorite athletic pursuits? Definitely a real kick.
Your Love Life – You’ll love having a “punny” T-shirt that gives you a shortcut around awkward small talk at family reunions.
That Laid-Back Vibe – If your motto is to take it easy, let your animal instincts inspire your next pun T-shirt.
Physical Reality – Make no bones about your love of anatomy wordplay on a one-of-a-kind T-shirt.
Workout Goals – Keep your eyes on the prize with a pun T-shirt that reminds you of your motivation, whether you’re prepping for a match or about to get hitched.
Thirst-Quenchers – Satisfy your thirst for fun conversation in a “punny” top featuring your favorite beverage.
Classic Hits – Get people buzzing with a pun T-shirt singing the praises of an all-time favorite tune.
Binge-Worthy Shows – If you can’t stop watching it, why shouldn’t you wear it? Create a shirt that shouts out the show that you just can’t seem to hit ‘stop’ on.
School Subjects – Take a scientific approach and make a pun on your favorite school subjects for a trip to the head of the class.
Holiday Celebrations – Whether it’s during winter or spring, a T-shirt that calls forward a bit of holiday spirit can bring extra fun to the celebration.
Musical Superstars – Keep the spotlight on your favorite performer with a “punny” T-shirt that plays on their name.
When Accidents Happen – Don’t be afraid to dive in and let the world know that you dolphin mean to make those T-shirt puns happen.
Sweet Treats – If you’re on a roll, don’t stop yourself — wearing that “punny” T-shirt will be delicious.
Misheard Lyrics – A callout to the songs you got wrong can make your T-shirt a real hit.
Good Manners – A T-shirt is casual, but you can still demand propriety if you get the right pun.
The Police Blotter – Keep things (Law &) Order-ly: Wear a T-shirt that alerts the authorities about potential crimes and well-known criminals.
Favorite Authors – Go ahead and throw the book at your funny T-shirt project. Write a pun that honors your favorite wordsmiths.
Your Personality –You’ll turn their hearts to mush with a sweet shirt that lets ‘em know what you’re like.
Classic Movie Lines –You can make your T-shirt entertaining by sharing your favorite funny words from your favorite funny movies.
Your Success – Get out of your shell and let the world know when you’re getting things right. Just spout off—it’ll be fun to sing your own praises!
Comfort Food – Relax after a long, stressful day by relaxing in a T-shirt that salutes your favorite feel-better dinner.
Making It Work – It’s not a hard job to make a fun T-shirt that shares your professional goals.
How You Really Feel – Have a little fun with a T-shirt that puts your heart on your sleeve.
Your Positive Attitude – Just say “Yes” to a T-shirt that shows your enthusiasm.
The Animal Kingdom – Put your arms around a great play on words and you’ll find a funny, “punny” T-shirt
Your Favorite Expressions – Take a classic saying and make it your own and you’ll make a t-shirt that’s a real hoot.
State the Obvious – Nail the fun T-shirt game with an expression that hammers home your wordplay ability.
We hope you enjoyed our top list of pun t-shirts! If we’ve missed your favorite pun, please share it with us in the comments below!
This article was originally written in January 2019 and has been updated for accuracy and relevancy.
Nicole is our Content Strategist. She enjoys long walks to Taco Bell, rollerblading into the sunset, and eating Reese’s Cups for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Find her writing about iPhone cases, holiday card messaging and even music festival tips!
