While shiny new objects like designer shoes and bags are always tempting, I seem to find myself on the perennial hunt for something decidedly more boring: white T-shirts. I tend to hoard different versions of the staple, but until recently, I couldn't quite land on my tried-and-true favorites. Now, after plenty of ordering, trying on, and returning, I think I finally settled on my three favorite brands for white T-shirts.
So what were my criteria? The biggest element was definitely the price. To be honest, I tend to get yellow stains in the armpits of white T-shirts relatively quickly, which means I just can't justify splurging on over-$100 designer versions. To me, it makes more sense to pick brands will lower price points so I can call in some reinforcements by buying multiples of the same tee. Next, I personally like white T-shirts that are either opaque or have just a tiny hint of sheerness. I think the Hanes x Karla The Crew Tee ($30) is the most opaque white tee I've come across, while the Madewell Whisper Slub Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt ($30) and Splendid Cropped Tee ($48) have a slight sheerness to them.
Curious to see what made the cut? Scroll down to see the three white T-shirt brands that made my list and shop them for yourself.
Hanes x Karla
Splendid
Madewell
Next, the 14 items an editor bought from the world's largest Zara store in Spain.
Opening Image: @fitzpatrickerin
-
A White T-Shirt Is My Holy Grail of Basics—Here Are the Styles I Wear the MostYou'll want to try all of them.
-
White Tees Are Great, But I Suddenly Want to Buy This "Dated" T-Shirt Trend That Just Became Cool AgainZoë Kravitz made it so.
-
I'm So Not Ready for Fall—16 Pretty Tops From Zara and H&M I'm Shopping to Keep the Summer Vibes GoingPolka dots and halters ahead.
-
Forget the Sneakers—Baggy Jeans and a White Tee Look So Much Chicer With These Classic Fall ShoesLook polished without compromising comfort.
-
In Paris, L.A., and London, Basic White Tees Are Getting Sidelined In Favor of This Cooler AltWe'll always love you, but it's not your turn right now.
-
These 31 Effortless Summer Basics Make Getting Ready So Much EasierLow lift, high reward.
-
Forget Trying Hard—This Dress Trend Is Every Stylish Woman's Secret to No-Effort DressingPutting together an outfit has literally never been easier.
-
No One Wears a White T-Shirt Quite Like a Fashion Person—6 Incredibly Cool Looks to Re-Create NowNothing but chic, effortless vibes.
