Affliction shirt: tees with the same wings-and-crosses look (2026)
October 17, 2026 · YTHRAL
Affliction is a California brand from 2005, and its shirts are known for angel wings and crosses drawn in a tattoo style. People still look for the 2000s originals today.
If wings are what you like about it, the closest tee we make is Emergence in Optic White. Its puff-printed back reads "Hate shaped my wings. I rose from shadows into the sky."
Quick comparison
| Affliction shirt | YTHRAL Emergence | |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics | Wings and crosses in tattoo-style art | A wings graphic with a line about rising |
| Large printed graphics | Puff print at the front and back | |
| Fit | Fitted, often with stitching details | Oversized, dropped shoulders |
| Fabric | Cotton | 240 GSM, 100% cotton |
Where Affliction came from
Affliction started in 2005 in Seal Beach, California. One of its founders, Courtney Dubar, had printed shirts for his brother's band before that, on a screen printer he bought himself. Today he runs the company.
The brand began with men's tees. The art pulls from rock music and tattoo culture, with wings and crosses showing up most.
Other brands with a similar look
Chrome Hearts
The Los Angeles house known for its cross logo. See tees like Chrome Hearts.
Stay Cold Apparel
A Berlin brand that works with tattoo artists. See brands like Stay Cold Apparel.
YTHRAL
This one is ours. Emergence in Optic White is 240 GSM, 100% cotton, in an oversized cut with dropped shoulders. The wings graphic is puff printed, so it stands up off the fabric.
The fit is the big difference. Affliction shirts sit close to the body, while Emergence hangs loose from the shoulder.
FAQ
When was Affliction founded?
In 2005, in Seal Beach, California.
What is on an Affliction shirt?
Usually angel wings or crosses in tattoo-style art.
What brands are like Affliction?
Chrome Hearts and Stay Cold Apparel share its tattoo and cross look. YTHRAL's Emergence tee has a puff-printed wings graphic.
