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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The open shirt” is a common card of the French Politics pack, number 11 of the collection, and the 66th best-known meme of its 127 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “The open shirt” meme mean?
The image is employed online to poke fun at overly orchestrated casualness, shameless attempts at looking seductive, or flimsy excuses provided after getting caught in an awkward situation. People share it whenever someone tries too hard to project effortless charm.
Where does the “The open shirt” meme come from?
On April 16, 2022, Élysée photographer Soazig de la Moissonnière documented behind-the-scenes moments after a campaign rally in Marseille, sharing the snap on Instagram. The portrait featured Emmanuel Macron sitting on a sofa with his chest showing. The scene turned into a running joke on April 18, 2022, during the television program C à vous on France 5. Columnist Bertrand Chameroy teased him about the shot, prompting the head of state to laughingly defend himself by arguing that the weather in Marseille was exceptionally warm.
- April 16, 2022Photographer Soazig de la Moissonnière shares the backstage picture on Instagram.
- April 18, 2022Macron addresses the viral image on the French talk show C à vous.
How to use the “The open shirt” meme
- Reacting to an acquaintance trying a bit too hard to look nonchalant on social media.
- Teasing someone who blames the summer heat for an unusual outfit choice.
- Mocking overly staged PR photos that fail to look spontaneous.
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The “The open shirt” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | French Politics pack |
| Fame | 76/100 · #66 of 127 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The open shirt” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The open shirt comes out of the French Politics pack as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art 0.8%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Where was the open shirt photograph taken?
It was captured backstage on a sofa right after a presidential election rally in Marseille.
What did Emmanuel Macron say about the photo?
He claimed on national television that the weather had been very hot and that the picture slipped past approval.
Who took the viral picture?
It was captured and posted by Soazig de la Moissonnière, the official photographer of the French presidency.
How do I get the The open shirt meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The open shirt” is a common card of the French Politics pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the The open shirt card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: On ne pouvait pas le rater. Toute la vérité sur la photo chemise ouverte d’Emmanuel Macron · Pris d'un fou rire, Emmanuel Macron rit aux larmes dans "C à vous" · Météo à Marseille en avril 2022 · checked on October 8, 2026.
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