If you’re anything like me, buying Christmas gifts for your dad and older brothers is always a hassle; anything they need, they get for themselves, and the things they desire are usually either way out of my budget or simply non-existent.

So, imagine my delight when I stumbled across a world of vintage British comedy t-shirts, aka Dad Joke tops. ‘Occasional Human’ is a collection by Sgt Smith that is inspired by classic British comedy episodes and characters. The Two Ronnies’ 'Four Candles', Monty Python’s 'Dead Parrot' or 'Ministry of Silly Walks', Morecambe and Wise’s ‘Sunshine', Father Ted, Porridge and Dad’s Army are all featured.

Sgt Smith was founded in 2006 and produce everything from t-shirts to baby grows and even art prints, all featuring iconic movies, sporting moments and comedy sketches. Their business began at a kitchen table, expanded and now occupies a previously disused Victorian textile mill in Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire, and they claim to only use manufacturers that implement fair working practises.

The ‘Occasional Human’ shirts are 100% cotton and manufactured in Portugal, then hand-printed in a factory in Slaithwaite. All designs are unique to Sgt Smith.

The t-shirts have a nice quality to them, although there were a few loose threads here and there, but nothing too noticeable. The graphics also have a quality about them, not feeling too stiff or plastic. However, the sizing of the shirts seems a bit off, with a Large measuring 45.25inch across the chest - you may want to try a size smaller than your normal size.

The graphic designs are very simple, but that’s what makes them look cool; just four white candle silhouettes can bring  an entire sketch flooding back. Looking at the shirts soon had us doing impressions of Father Jack, Basil Fawlty and Tommy Cooper - that’s Dad’s birthday and Christmas covered! RRP £23

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4 out of 5

Pros

Soft 100% cotton

Printed in Britain

Work with ethical manufacturers

Simple but effective graphics

Lots to choose from

Cons

Sizes run on the large size

Some loose threads