It's a Cub Scout shirt. Back in 1976 or 1977, Linda Ronstadt had worn the entire Cub Scout uniform, with very short shorts and the official belt, in concert, which generated a response from the Boy Scouts of America that only officially enrolled boys were allowed to wear the uniform. I actually saw Linda Ronstadt in concert in the uniform, and she said that she had bought it at a thrift shop. At the time, Linda Ronstadt was hitting super stardom. I had friends who wanted the "look" and actually went to thrift shops looking for it. So, whenever I saw or see photos of Christine in the shirt, I assumed that she was part of the fad, since, as you say, it's not her style.
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