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Clothing tags from the 80s hid jokes, messages, and mischief

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Apr 10, 2026
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I had a blast looking through this photo collection of old clothing tags, shared by T. Archivist. What makes these tags special is the hidden jokes, messages, and graphics on them — made to add a little excitement and sometimes mischief to the garments. The trend apparently started in the 80s, with designers and brands tucking a…

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