Wardrobe 911 ®

A white t-shirt is arguably one of the most important and highly used closet staples that many people already possess in their wardrobe.  There are endless ways to wear this basic piece, and it’s useful all year round.  Whether it’s dressed up with accessories, paired down with comfy flats, or layered for dimension, the white t-shirt goes a long way and definitely makes your cost-per-wear calculations highly in your favor.

From left to right we show you three casual ways to wear your basic tee:

Look #1
The simplicity of a white tee lends itself nicely to unique accessories and vibrant pieces.  Pair a straight cut denim with a loose shawl cardigan for temperature fluctuations, and don’t forget a great pair of oxfords and some fun filigree earrings with this conversation-piece bag.

Look #2
White tees are also wonderful for pairing with interesting prints.  Because this particular white tee drops well below the natural hip, wear it tucked in when pairing with a shorter skirt like this links-print mini from J.Crew.  Throw on some comfortable summer flats, a bangle and you’re good to go!

Look #3
If you want to go for ultra style and comfort, pair your basic white tee with with a neutral shade wide-leg cotton pant. Like a blank canvas, you can dress up your shirt with a lively scarf like this one by Diane Von Furstenberg.   Mixing and matching pieces already in your wardrobe is always a plus, so combine the same conversation-piece bag from Look #1 (or something matching already in your closet) with a luxurious jeweled skimmer like this one by Calvin Klein. Finish with a structured, yet light trench coat for the ultimate in effortless style.