8 Easy Ways To Style A Basic White T-shirt

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A white t-shirt is a versatile closet basic that can be styled so many ways for so many occasions. I wasn’t always a fan of closet basics. Actually, I didn’t understand the importance of them until recently. They seemed boring and unnecessary but I found myself struggling to put outfits together without them. I’ve already sung the praises of closet basics in this post so today I’m showing you 8 ways you can style one of those basics: a plain white t-shirt.

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I prefer a v-neck to a crewneck or other style but get what works for you. A long-sleeved white t-shirt is great for the winter months. The one I have is crewneck for a little more warmth. I also suggest trying different colored bras under the shirt to make sure it’s not too see-through. I wear a bra that is close to my skin tone and the t-shirt I’m wearing is not very see-through.

How To Style A Plain White T-shirt

Pair A White T-shirt With Jeans

women's t-shirt and jeans outfit with plaid scarf, cardigan and neutral shoes

A white t-shirt makes a great blank canvas for patterned or colored accessories, like this plaid scarf. I kept the rest of the outfit plain to boost the contrast of the dark scarf against my pale skin.

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women's outfit with denim jacket, black jeans, and white-shirt with black shoes

You really can’t go wrong with this simple outfit of black jeans and a denim jacket.

Layer A White T-Shirt With A Jacket, Cardigan, or Blazer

white t-shirt layered under utility jacket with jeans and neutral boots

This is a great outfit for those in-between seasons: winter to spring or fall to winter. A utility jacket pairs nicely with a white t-shirt for a laid-back, casual vibe.

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    women's casual outfit with olive green utility pants, t-shirt layered under black cardigan, and leopard print shoes

    I had to get my leopard print sneakers in here somewhere! This outfit is made up entirely of neutrals but it doesn’t look plain.

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    business casual outfit for women with white t-shirt, blazer, black pants, and black flat shoes

    You can even wear a white t-shirt for work. Pair it with a blazer and work slacks for an effortless business casual look.

    Rock A White T-shirt With Leggings or Joggers For A Comfy Vibe

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    My love of leggings is still going strong into 2021 and this is an outfit I wear a lot.

    white t-shirt layered under flannel shirt and denim jacket with leggings and black shoes

    Another all-neutral outfit but the plaid print adds visual interest. Layering is a great way to get use out of your white t-shirt in the cooler months.

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    athleisure outfit with white t-shirt, joggers, denim jacket and sneakers

    Joggers are another staple that I’ve been getting more use out of this year. I realized later that I paired these last 3 looks with my black slip-on sneakers, but they are just so darn comfortable!

    Style Your White T-shirt

    If you have a white t-shirt, pull it out and try styling it with other items in your closet to create your own cute outfits. The great thing about a neutral color like white is that it goes with any other color! Tag me on Instagram @style_ishjourney if you end up copying any of these outfits or making your own.

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