Can You Deduct Your Logo Shirt?
Short answer: It depends.
I like what Mark’s sharing here.
But let’s clear up the nuance.
Because when it comes to writing off what you wear, context is king.
Let’s break it down:
✅ Logo gear you hand out (to clients, team members, swag bags)?
That’s likely a marketing expense.
Straightforward.
🚫 Logo gear you wear yourself?
That’s where it gets dicey.
Why? Because the IRS draws a hard line between uniforms and personal clothing.
Here’s a simple way to think about it:
A firefighter’s gear?
🔥 Only worn on the job. Clearly deductible.
Your branded hoodie at a concert?
🧥 Probably not going to fly.
The IRS isn’t just looking at what you say something is for…
They’re looking at use, intent, and context.
Here’s the bigger picture 👇
If you’re running a business—even a side hustle—you’ve got to start operating like a business owner.
Because only real businesses get real deductions.
That means:
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