As a fashion editor, I often get asked by friends and family for advice on where to buy specific items. Sometimes they’re the more trending styles, like the best place to find summer linens, or where to start when investing in a designer handbag, but it might surprise you that most often it's the real basics that people are asked for. After all, they're the hardest-working pieces in our wardrobes, and therefore need to have the quality and style to be as useful as we require them to be. The question I'm asked most frequently is, “Where’s the best place to buy a classic white T-shirt?”. And I have the answer.
It will come as no surprise that this foundation piece is from COS. A reliable spot to turn to for classic styles with a designer look (but not the accompanying price tag), COS is a cornerstone of all our editor's wardrobes. Known for its brilliant tailored trousers, excellence in outerwear, and the designers of that beloved raffia bag, COS really does it all. And the brand's clean-cut T-shirt is no exception.
As with each piece this high street brand offers, this classic tee stands out for its quality. I've tried the white version, but it's worth noting that this comes in a wide range of colours to suit all preferences. The weight is heavy enough not to show the outlines or seams of lingerie, and as you can see (or, more accurately, not see). The slightly cropped, boxy cut really drew me to this style; for T-shirts, I like a more relaxed fit in the body and sleeves, but at 5'2", I want the hem to still sit around my waistline. Whilst you can pick up a similar T-shirt for less, the quality and cut are the standout features that will ensure you rewear it all the time. And just think of how many outfits call for a simple white tee! With jeans, wide-leg tailored trousers, skirts, under dresses, the list goes on, and the cost-per-wear is too minute to calculate. Truly, if it were up to me, simple design done really well would be COS' tag line.
Scroll on the shop the COS clean cut T-shirt, and other COS pieces I love right now.
SHOP THE COS CLEAN CUT T-SHIRT:
The T-shirt in question.
The black is equally as chic.
For those who prefer blue tones, see this navy and white striped tee.
This light beige hue is so fresh!
Another feature I like is the ribbed neckline.
Pair with white jeans or skirts to bring this elegant shade into summer.
We stand by the versatility of classic stripes.
This bold red shade is destined to be a hit.
COS expertly plays with stripes in different formations.
Khaki is a surprisingly versatile shade.
Navy is endlessly chic.
I love the layered approach to this look.
SHOP OTHER COS PIECES I LOVE:
Another COS best-seller that I've personally tried on and really rate.
Summer dressing starts with a great every day dress.
The tailoring of this pair could easily convince anyone that these are designer.
A summer bag you'll turn to year after year.
A pretty top to pair with skirts, shorts and linen trousers this summer.
No matter the year, these will feel like a fresh addition to your wardrobe.
Linen trousers feature in my summer looks every year, and the deep brown shade of this pair feels incredibly elevated.
Dress down with sandals for daytime or elevate to evening with mules.
Another wardrobe staple that COS does so well.
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