These Are the Best White T-Shirts, According To Team Vogue
A white T-shirt is the ultimate wardrobe binder. Nine times out of 10, a pressed white T-shirt can solve the conundrum of having “nothing to wear. ”Whether worn loose and airy, or cut closer to the body in a ribbed, retro fabric, there’s something wonderfully straight-talking about putting a freshly-laundered tee into service again and again.
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The trick to finding a white tee that works for you? Consider the fit: you want to ensure you feel both comfortable and confident, so it offers an easy foundation for other basics in your wardrobe. If you often find yourself reaching for fitted silhouettes, try a close-cut style, with a hemline that hits the waistband – or just above – of your trousers or jeans. Oversized more your wheelhouse? Try boxier styles, like Uniqlo’s, which is a resounding favourite among team Vogue. Don’t hesitate to go a size up from your usual – and certainly don’t overlook the men’s section, where you’ll find loose silhouettes with longer arm allowance.
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The material is another important factor to bear in mind. Once you’ve landed on how you’d like a white T-shirt to fit, think about the fabrication or blend you desire. Lightweight cotton is great for layering or wearing during the summer months, whereas heavyweight cotton will retain its shape and keep you warm all at once. The softness of the fabric is important, since comfort is your top-priority, so feel a few before making a final decision. And don’t forget: looking after your prized white T-shirt is the way to extend its shelf-life – scroll on to see how we recommend caring for your tee. Below, find an extensive edit of white T-shirts that the Vogue editors love, organised by category for ease.
The Vogue Verdict: Could this be the perfect baby tee? There is no doubt Uniqlo is a staple when it comes to white T-shirts, with the Vogue team sporting many of their hero styles in this article, and beyond. But this short sleeve is cropped and fitted to perfection, helping you hit those ’90s styling notes. Made from 96 per cent cotton and 6 per cent elastane fabric, this style comes in a variety of colours, too.
The Vogue Verdict: This versatile fitted T-shirt is the perfect base layer to any outfit: whether you’re pairing it with your favourite trousers for a polished office ready look a lá Honey, or tucking it into a pair of jeans, with an oversized blazer or leather jacket on top for evening attire, this tee has got you covered.
The Vogue Verdict: Rosa loves her trusty H&M cotton T-shirt, with it’s slightly sheer quality this style bring a different feel when styling with your wardrobe heroes. Perfect for layering in the winter, and keeping cool in the summer, this 100 per cent cotton tee has a regular fit that you can rely on for easy, polished, everyday dressing.
The Vogue Verdict: Vogue’s Laura Ingham is often seen sporting her favourite Uniqlo T-shirt for office days, and beyond. This oversized AIRism style has a refined crew-neckline, that sits perfectly underneath all of your favourite tailoring. The length of this T-shirt gives the perfect slouchy fit when tucked into your favourite tailored trousers. Another reason we love this tee? The sleeves are cut to perfection, with dropped shoulders for a relaxed look and feel.
Carharrt WIP Logo T-shirt
The Vogue Verdict: Slogan tees are all the rage right now, and you can’t beat a classic oversized fit to compliment this nostalgic style. Riann pairs her bold logo tee with a variety of everyday wardrobe staples, to bring a bit more personality to white tee styling.
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The Vogue Verdict: This Uniqlo crew-neck is the ultimate borrowed-from-the-boys style, with it’s high neckline, mid-length sleeves and perfectly slouchy silhouette. We love this wardrobe staple for it’s thick, high quality cotton feel and perfect oversized fit.
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The Vogue Verdict: Charity shops, carboot sales and pre-loved sites are the perfect places to find good quality T-shirts that have stood the test of time. Ranyechi loves her second-hand fitted lace baby tee, for everyday styling with a dainty twist.
The Vogue Verdict: Inspired by men’s tailoring and timeless style, we had no doubt With Nothing Underneath would craft the perfect white T-shirt, fit for every wardrobe. This classic white tee is crafted from soft 100 per cent organic cotton and cut in a relaxed fit with a flattering high, round neck.
The Vogue Verdict: This boxy short-sleeved T-shirt is the key to a casual wardrobe. Cut from cotton jersey, this style has a weighty feel to it that falls perfectly when worn. The dropped shoulder seams and extra boxy sleeves give this style the super relaxed feel that Alice loves!
The Vogue Verdict: This is a classic, regular fit, lightweight T-shirt that will compliment anyones everyday wardrobe. Mia likes to throw hers on with her favourite well-worn jeans, for an uncomplicated office-ready look.
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FAQs
What to look for in a white T-shirt
When it comes to fabrics, seek out natural options, such as organic cotton and Tencel, which is crafted from wood cellulose. Be mindful of fit: classic, boxy shapes will add nonchalance to smart black evening wear, but will look ultra laid-back with jeans (although, at this point, who’s worrying about that?). And once you find a style that suits? Stock up. This is a staple that will never date.
“I’m forever looking for the perfect white T-shirt because I pretty much wear one every day,” says Vogue’s former editor-at-large Sarah Harris, who regularly scours the men’s department for T-shirts (she shouts out Cos’s offering). “I love a cut that’s roomy and gently oversized, with squared-shape short sleeves and a relatively high neckline. I can’t bear a scoop neck and a V-neck never makes me feel good. The silhouette has to fall away from the body, I hate any element of cling when it comes to the perfect white tee.”
How to style a white T-shirt
“For me, a white T-shirt is a classic and has to be round neck and short sleeved,” says stylist and British Vogue’s contributing fashion editor, Kate Phelan. “It is still the most useful thing I own. I wear it with jeans for the day under a tailored jacket, and it looks great with a black wide-leg velvet pant and some crystal earrings for night.” The best thing about white T-shirts – and great basics, as a whole – is that they go well with practically anything and everything. From tailored trousers to shorts, maxi, midi and even miniskirts, they’re one of the most hardworking staples to own.
How to wash a white T-shirt
“Wash on a hand wash cycle and don’t tumble dry if you’re looking for longevity,” advises Sarah. Her tip to ensuring basics stay fresh? “I use Whites Detergent by The Laundress to keep them brighter for longer.” Steaming can also make a white tee look brand new. Inevitably, a white T-shirt will stain during its lifetime. Act fast! The quicker you treat the mark, the more likely it’ll come out.
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