TRENDING T-SHIRT DESIGNS FOR SUMMER 2023

Allyson Spraque , May 31st, 2023 4 minute read

Trends come and go but no matter what, they have an impact on your closet! Some trends come back years later or are timeless like tie-dye, crop tops, etc. When desgning custom t shirt and apparel, chances are you want at least some aspects of your design to match current trends! 

 Here are some of our favorite custom design templates and design trends for summer 2023:

 Neon

Bright neon colors will never go out of style. Dark backgrounds really make neon designs pop! Neon colors also sit well together making it easier to add additional colors and elements without making the design feel overwhelming. 

 Leaves and Greenery

Leaves and greenery are a summer staple, especially large tropical palm leaves! They’re aesthetically pleasing and can add just the right amount of color to neutral designs. Overall, leaves and greenery are a great way to add an aesthetic pop of color without overshadowing the main design! 

 Florals

Florals are great for both spring and summer designs. Flowers like the ones in the design above are also great for playing around with the color scheme! Flowers and other florals are one of the most versatile ways to add complimentary colors to your design while allowing your design to look great. 

 Retro

Retro designs are a great way to give a vintage look to any design. With fun fonts, complimentary colors, and unique design elements, it’s hard to hate a retro design! Plus, you can add a distressed look to your design, enhancing that vintage look! 

 Fun Fonts

It’s always great to experiment with fonts for your design. Trending right now are bubble fonts like in this design! They’re aesthetic, easy to read, and look great on custom gear. Custom designs with just words can be boring unless you spice them up with a fun font!

Nautical

Nautical designs have been a summer staple for years and Summer 2023 is no different. Adding nautical elements to your designs like anchors, ores, ropes, and fish are a great way to drive the nautical feel home! Nautical designs are a great way to feel like you’re on the beach or at the lake without leaving your porch! 

 Small Details

Small details are a great addition to designs! For example, this summer camp design would be great with just the lantern, but by adding the camp set up and the date makes the design much more interesting and unique! 

 Summer Destinations

Summer destination designs are a great way to commemorate an amazing trip with your family or friends! It can also be as easy as adding a lighthouse or city skyline depending on where your destination is.

 Western

Western themes have been trending for a while now and we can’t get enough of them! Whether you’re going on a girl’s trip to Nashville or with your friends to a country music festival , Western designs are a great way to add a fun heme to your designs. 

 Animal

Designs including animals and animal print have also been trending for years, and it’s easy to see why! Adding animals into your design is a great way to add a small element to the text in your design without ruining the flow. Some great, “trendy” animals to include in your summer designs are flamingos, snakes, elephants, cheetahs, and more. 

Design trends are ever changing but we can’t wait to see what trends Summer 2023 brings for custom printing! No matter what your style is, the design possibilities are endless. Be sure to check out our Summer Collection for great trending styles to match your trendy custom designs! 

If you’re struggling with your design or with choosing the right product for your custom design, let us know! Our skilled team of artists and sales representatives are ready to help in person via email or facebook messenger at sales@lotusinspiration.com