Adulting Is the Worst is a playful yet painfully relatable design born from the moment we all realize that growing up isn’t as glamorous as it once seemed. What starts as a childhood dream of freedom quickly turns into the reality of bills, responsibilities, and endless to-do lists.
The crossed-out “Best” replaced by “Worst” delivers the joke with visual punch — a simple but powerful nod to every tired adult who’s ever muttered, “I didn’t sign up for this.”
Designed with bold, expressive typography and a splash of attitude, this piece embodies the everyday struggle of balancing ambition, exhaustion, and humor. It’s a perfect wearable reminder that we’re all just trying our best — one coffee, one paycheck, and one adulting fail at a time.
Tools: Adobe Illustrator | Adobe Photoshop