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Ask any woman what the hardest working item in her wardrobe is, and you’ll almost always be met with the same answer: the simple white t-shirt. The longstanding staple may seem basic on the outside, but the power of its wearability comes down to its timeless, versatility and the quality of its design.
Sitting in your wardrobe for years on end, a white tee can either hail as the focal point of an ensemble, think with classic blue jeans, or allow your newer, more on-trend pieces to shine. (Just think of that statement blazer you’ve had your eye on all year.)
Recent photos of Jeremy Allen White as Bruce Springsteen, arguably two icons of the white tee, released the wardrobe staple have been back on our minds. Plus, the weather is warming up, which means your white tee will be working even harder.
That being said, it can often be the hardest basic to find in its most perfect form—from pinpointing the right thickness, length and texture to even narrowing the classic tee right down to the perfect shade of white, which yes, is an actual conundrum. Basically, the journey can seem just a little daunting.
The Best White T-Shirts To Shop In Australia
But fret not, from the best basic tees from trusted Australian brands to luxurious international designers, below we round up our pick of the best basic white t-shirts to shop.
2024’s top white t-shirts
- & Other Stories, Crewneck T-Shirt, $35.00, The Iconic (here’s why)
- Skims, Soft Smoothing Seamless T-Shirt, $98.00, Skims (here’s why)
- Elka Collective, Zoe Tee White , $80.00, Elka Collective (here’s why)
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& Other Stories, Crewneck T-Shirt
$35.00 at The Iconic
The secret to a boxy “boyfriend” tee that doesn’t totally swamp your silhouette resides in the cut. With its well-defined shoulders, this tee from Scandi brand & Other Stories drapes perfectly for a relaxed but polished look. Tuck into tapered denim jeans or pleated pants.
Key features
- 100% organic cotton
- Available in six colours
- Length: 58cm
- Crewneck
02
Skims, Soft Smoothing Seamless T-Shirt
$98 at Skims
This sports-luxe crewneck tee is flatteringly figure-hugging and looks as good worn with bike shorts as it does with jeans.
- 93% nylon /7% elastane
- Handwash
03
Elka Collective, Zoe Tee White
$80 at Elka Collective
Another relaxed, boxy classic, the perfectly cut best-selling Zoe tee’s weight and thickness means it holds its shape throughout the day and will withstand many washes
Key features:
- Organic cotton
- Soft fabrication
- Round neckline
04
Jac + Jac Women’s Baby Pima Cotton Tee
$80 at Jac+Jac
This luxuriously soft organic cotton option from Jac+Jac provides the perfect “Jennifer Anniston in the 90s” fit.
Key features:
- Small fit
- Crew neck
- Organic cotton
05
Loewe Slim Fit T-Shirt
$790 at Loewe
We love a longer tee for a relaxed summer style, whether layered over cargo pants or a box-cut mini skirt. Pair it with slides and a baseball cap.
Key features
- Slim fit
- Contrast collar and cuffs
- Anagram embroidered
- Cotton
06
Agolde, Ribbed Stretch Jersey T-Shirt
$151.09 at Net-A-Porter
If you like a longer military-style sleeve on your tee, this stretchy ribbed option from Agolde is perfect for you.
- White stretch-jersey
- 95% viscose 5% spandex
- Machine washable
07
Jaded London, Seduction Glitter Tee
$108.63 at Revolve
Olivia Rodrigo has single-handedly brought back the slogan tee, and we love this one from Jaded London. Pair with capris pants and a thong heel.
Key features:
- 100% cotton
- Jersey fabric
- Glitter graphic detail
08
Toteme Ribbed Stretch-Cotton Jersey T
$260 at Net-A-Porter
This ribbed tee has a slim fit and longer cut with comfortable stretch.
Key features:
- Stretch-cotton jersey
- 95% cotton, 5% elastane
- Machine washable
- Sleeve hits mid-arm
09
Gil Rodriguez, White Perla T-Shirt
$80 at SSENSE
Want to show some extra skin? The baby tee has returned in 2024, and this slightly sheer cotton-knit style from Gil Rodriguez is calling our name. It hits just above the midriff and features a sweet pointelle trim. Very demure.
Key features
- 100% cotton
- Knit fabric
- Pointelle trim
10
Leset, Margo Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt
$118 at Net-A-Porter
Looking for a celebrity-approved boxy essential? Jennifer Lawrence and Taylor Swift have both been spotted wearing the crisp Leset Margo tee.
- White cotton jersey
- 100% cotton
- Handwash
11
Camilla And Marc, Logo Braque Tee
$150 at Camilla And Marc
This perfectly cut tee from Camilla And Marc has plenty of stretch and is perfect for lounging around in or pairing with denim.
Key features:
- Off white
- Modal elastane
- Plastisol logo on front chest
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Cotton On, All Day Crew Tee
From $19.99 at Cotton-On
If you’re looking for a close-fit classic you can buy in bulk, this is the tee for you. With capped sleeves and a cropped midriff, it’s a sexy option for summer. You’ll want one in every colour, but you can start with white.
Key features:
- Stretch fabric
- 47% cotton, 46% modal, 7% elastane
- Crew neck
- Close fit
- Available in two or three-packs
- Available in 12 colours
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