How to choose the perfect white t-shirt that will become a staple in your closet

Along with the little black dress, the white cotton t-shirt has become part of the must-have base for any closet. It can dilute a bright image or become the basis of a calm look for both men and women.

Together with the stylist, let’s find out what to pay attention to when choosing a white T-shirt.

Yulia Anosova

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What should you pay attention to when choosing a white T-shirt? There are four main points.

The fabric from which the T-shirt is sewn

Such parameters as the composition and density of the fabric, the quality of seams – are of great importance, because a good thing will please you for more than one season. I recommend taking into account natural (cotton, tencel and lyocell) – they allow the skin to breathe freely.

Remember that a small amount of synthetic thread in the composition of the T-shirt will increase its wear resistance and it will be less wrinkled (therefore, you will spend fewer resources on ironing).

Shape, volume, length

The most relevant in recent seasons T-shirts are semi-fitted and loose silhouette, with voluminous sleeves of medium length (mid-forearm and below to the elbow). For girls, the length of the T-shirt can be different – short, revealing the stomach or, conversely, long, up to the middle of the thigh, men’s T-shirt should cover the belt line.

If you want to diversify this closet item, choose models with an interesting cut, accent sleeves, pickaboo cutouts or draping on the back. It will already be much more interesting than the usual T-shirt. But here it is better to focus on your taste preferences and comfort level.

Neckline

Here you should pay attention to the shape of your face, what it is – hard or soft. The general rule is very simple: for hard face shapes choose geometric necklines, for soft ones – rounded ones. This applies to both women and men.

Polo necklines are good for those with prominent cheekbones, shallow necklines and pussy necklines are suitable for elongated faces. For round and square faces, elongated and elongated necklines are recommended (soft and geometric, respectively).

About accessories that will suit any image, read in our material.

Shade of white

White color also comes in different shades. Choose your shade of white based on the warmth of your skin: for skin with a warm undertones will suit warmer shades of white (milk, vanilla, ivory), if the skin has a cold undertones – safely choose a snowy white color.

When choosing the shade of the T-shirt also take into account the existing closet – if it is dominated by warm tones, then the ivory T-shirt will fit perfectly.

What to wear a white T-shirt with?

This is a universal thing, and in summer time I recommend to use it 100%. Wear a white t-shirt with linen pants, a contrasting belt and sandals. The t-shirt can be used as a first layer in combination with a light shirt and a feminine A-line skirt or with a pantsuit. And also with shorts and loafers, or… there is no limit to your imagination!

Wear it the way YOU like it. There are no rules.