Custom Bootleg Rap T-Shirts: Put Anyone on a 90s Tee

Bootleg rap tees are everywhere right now - bold 90s fonts, a big photo, a name across the top, that washed-out tour merch look. The twist is you don't need to be a rapper to have one. Put your mate, your partner, your dog or your nan on the front and it becomes the best gift in the room. Here is how custom bootleg t-shirts work and how to get a good one.

What is a bootleg rap tee?

The style comes from 90s hip hop merch - unofficial tour tees and fan shirts with oversized photos, chunky serif or gothic lettering and loud graphic borders. They were rough around the edges, which is exactly why they look good now. A modern bootleg tee keeps that vintage layout but swaps the rapper for whoever you want.

Custom bootleg t-shirts with your photo

Our personalised bootleg rap t-shirt takes any photo and a name and drops them into a bold 90s bootleg layout. It comes in standard and oversized fits, plus kids sizes, so the whole family can get in on it. Want it for colder months? The bootleg rap hoodie uses the same design on a heavier hoodie.

Bootleg tees for birthdays, stag dos and in memory

They are a go-to for milestone birthdays and stag or hen dos, where the whole group wears the guest of honour's face. They also work for something more meaningful. The personalised bootleg memorial t-shirt uses the same style to celebrate someone you have lost - bold and proud rather than sombre.

If you are into anime, the anime picture bootleg t-shirt gives the format an anime portrait twist. For more anime designs, see our anime t-shirt guide.

How to order

Pick your product, upload your photo, add the name or text you want and choose your size. That's it. Each one is printed to order, so it is a genuine one-off.

Every piece is made to order and hand-finished in the UK. Order before 2pm Monday to Friday for free next-day delivery.