Every 6 months, the fashion set watches and waits to see what comes down the runway at New York Fashion Week. Street style trends are just as important as the designers’ visions. As for the rest of the year? The item of the moment was a plain white shirt.
White t-shirts topped off many of our favorite street styles. It’s simple, it’s fresh, and it’s refreshing. If critics called street stylers front-row peacocks, what would they say about this group of fashion showgoers?
During the most recent fashion week, Vogue’s Lisa Aiken wore a lot of white shirts and tanks, but she also wore a pair of black Ray Bans. Naomi Elizée wore a tank top with a Prada skirt and Paloma Elsesser wore a red and yellow Nike Air Bakin sneakers.
The white shirt is derived from men’s undergarments and thanks to mid-century male muses like James Dean and Marlon Brando the cotton tee and ribbed tank moved over into mainstream fashion. The perfect U or V-necked shirt was worn by the minimalists of the era. Today’s iteration doesn’t stray far from the classics but it does have a distinctly 2022-feel.
Style the ten perfect plain white t-shirts any way you please.
Vince’s Essentials Crew Tee
It’s why we love it.
- Vince’s wardrobe staples are an editor-favorite
- A 100% pima cotton fabric enhances softness
- A shrunken fit creates a more body-con tee
It’s why we love it.
- Everlane is a brand to love for its transparency; this shirt, specifically, was made in Lima, Peru
- 95% Pima cotton, 5% elastane fabric slightly hugs the body
- An all-over ribbed textile adds to the comfort
It’s why we love it.
- Remember when The Row started off with the simple mission of crafting the perfect white tee?
- A 100% cotton fabric keeps its shape
- A back seam adds a dash of unexpected detail
- The length is perfect for tucking into pants
It’s why we love it.
- Stockholm-based Totême is dedicated to crafting the modern uniform
- A 100% cotton fabric is wonderfully lightweight
- The boxy shape borrows from the boys
It’s why we love it.
- Ninety Percents donates 90% of the businesses profits to charitable organizations
- A 96% organic cotton, 4% elastane offers the perfect about of snug
- Skinny straps elevate the standard tank silhouette
It’s why we love it.
- Wardrobe.NYC offers basics with an unexpected element
- 100% cotton jersey fabric lies with a heavier weight
- Subtle shoulder pads offer a sculpted fit
It’s why we love it.
- There’s no arguing with a classic like Hanes
- 100% cotton fabric is lightweight and great for layering
- The price point cannot be beat
It’s why we love it.
- Kotn is a B-certified label dedicated to mindful and ethical production practices with full traceability
- A 100% mid-weight Egyptian cotton jersey creates a butter-soft feeling
- The proportions are just right, but should you prefer a longer length or boxier fit, Kotn gives options
It’s why we love it.
- Cos is known for its minimalist staples at an affordable pricepoint
- A 97% organic cotton, 3% elastane fabric provides a slight fitted feeling
- A shallow U-neckline creates a more elevated look
It’s why we love it.
- Kendall Jenner opened the show and Dua Lipa graced our cover wearing a version of this Prada tank
- 100% cotton fabric in a mid-weight pairs nicely with a variety of garments
- A subtle logo detail offers the perfect touch of Prada
It’s why we love it.
- Leset’s collections are made in Los Angeles
- The 100% cotton fabric features a ribbed U-neck neckline
- An ideal sleeve length that’s not too short and not too long
- The length allows a belt, should you choose to wear one, shine