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The White T-Shirt Edit

It's timeless, classic, and the must-have wardrobe staple of the season. L'OFFICIEL curated a list of classic white t-shirts at every price point to step up your summer style.

Madonna, circa 1990s
Madonna, circa 1990s

It's no secret—basics are back. A counterpart to the androgynous yet chic white tank, the white t-shirt is having a styling moment. First introduced into womenswear as underwear in the late twenties by Chanel, only in the late '80s and '90s did this hidden staple come out from under, morphing from a masculine to a unisex garment. And with the undeniable vintage revival trend, this comes as no surprise. From Kate Moss to Brooke Shields, it seems every vintage off-duty supermodel moment featured this wardrobe hero.

Yet with simplicity comes complexity. While the wardrobe hero is as necessary as having that one good pair of jeans—between fit, silhouette, and materials—all white t-shirts are not created equal. Here, L'OFFICIEL breaks down the best white t-shirts for summertime and beyond.

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Khaite

A reimagined classic—the New York-based ready-to-wear label introduces sensuality and ease with a relaxed Portuguese cotton blend designed to impress. Oversized yet feminine, the silhouette lends itself to versatility and practicality.

Khaite The Mae T-shirt, $280, Khaite

Re/Done

In a collaboration with the established cotton producer Hanes, Re/Done presents a fitted vintage-inspired white tee. Simply pair with wide-leg jeans or tailored suit pants for a '90s off-duty moment.

Re/Done 90s Baby Tee, $115, Re/Done

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The Row

On a mission to create the perfect t-shirt, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen founded The Row. Grounded in quality and with a fixation on materials, this tee is well worth the investment.

The Row Chiara Top, $420, La Garçonne

Studio Nicholson

Not quite oversized, not quite fitted, Studio Nicholson created the perfect "regular" tee. When selecting wardrobe basics versatility is of the utmost importance. A celebration of simplicity, creative director Nick Wakeman knows practicality.

Studio Nicholson Marine T-Shirt, $105, Studio Nicholson

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Wardrobe NYC

This isn't your average white tee. Wardrobe NYC brings the term "elevated" to the next level with the seamless addition of shoulder pads. With a uniquely distinctive tailored look, this wardrobe hero is essential.

Wardrobe NYC Shoulder-Padded White T-Shirt, $80, Ssense

Hanes

A styling secret of the Saint Laurent muse, Betty Catroux, Hanes' best-selling tee is addictively affordable. Rather than invest in a single tee, the cotton manufacturer understands backups are always necessary—especially with white. 

Hanes Perfect T-Shirt, $8, Amazon

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Everlane

This unisex tee features everything loved about a classic white tee. Made with a blend of organic cotton and hemp, this t-shirt is not only soft and long-lasting but also has an environmentally reduced footprint.

Everlane The Everyone Relaxed Hemp Tee, $50, Everlane

Toteme

The quintessential oversized tee—Toteme's tailored boyish roots are showcased in this classic wardrobe staple. The androgynous silhouette lends itself both to a more polished tucked-in look or more formal untucked styling. 

Toteme White Oversized T-Shirt, $84, Matchesfashion

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