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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Entertainment
Guardian readers and Alfie Packham

‘I lived in this tee for six years’: readers remember beloved band T-shirts

Jane Ovenden
Jane Ovenden, pictured in her Waterboys T-shirt: ‘Although not as vibrant as it once was, it has endured.’ Photograph: Guardian Community

Every old band T-shirt comes with a story, and this can make them desirable garments even for non-rock fans. As part of Yves Saint Laurent’s “vintage” collection, you can now buy a Nirvana T-shirt for for up to $4,450.

With this in mind, we spoke music fans about their favourite band shirts and the memories they stir up.

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