ancient egyptians, greeks, and romans wore them. in the 19th century, french workers identified themselves by wearing them. In the 1950s and 1960s, they gained popularity with actors, musicians, and other celebrities.

in the 1970s, they became associated with the punk rock movement. today, striped t-shirts and other striped clothing are in many people's closets around the world. justripe is a love song for striped t-shirts, written in the style of 2023.