A white t-shirt transcends fashion trends. It can function as foundation for your outfit, and, just as easily, the statement piece. The idea that a wardrobe could exist without a white tee is almost more elusive than a real-life unicorn.
THE WHITE TEE: JAMES PERSE, $60
Below, five ways to wear a white t-shirt this summer:
MONDAY
blazer: Lardini, $1,280 (less $$) | pants: Suitsupply, $149 | loafers: Edward Green, $580
watch: Shinola, $750 | sunglasses: Steven Alan, $88 | bag: similar
SG Says: Dress your tee up with suiting separates in desert shades for a relaxed, elevated look.
TUESDAY
windbreaker: similar | chinos: Gant, $94 | sneakers: Vince, $195
cap: Wood Wood, $44| backpack: Fjallraven, $166 | notepad: Appointed, $14
jacket: Whistles, $140 | jeans: Simon Miller, $265 | sneakers: similar
sunglasses: Ray-ban, $150 | wallet: Paul Smith, $195
fragrance: West Third Brand, $18 | pomade: Baxter of California, $22
SG Says: There’s no greater canvas for statement pieces than dark jeans and a white tee.
THURSDAY
shorts: similar| sweatshirt: (available in blue) Saturdays NYC, $115
boat shoes: Sperry, $85 | watch: Tommy Hilfiger, $163
sunglasses: Garrett Leight, $340 | growler: Filson, $100
tote: Apolis, $98
SG Says: Pair pastels with dark leather for perfect picnic apparel.
FRIDAY
shirt: Norse Projects, $104 | shorts: sold out! (similar) | espadrilles: Brooks Brothers, $58
tote: Everlane, $60 | fragrance: Malin + Goetz, $165
SG Says: Keep the shirt unbuttoned as a substitute for your standard light jacket.
TELL ME:
WHAT’S THE MOST YOU’VE EVER PAID FOR A T-SHIRT (NO JUDGMENT!)?
Want to see more ways to wear your favorite pieces? See 5 ways to wear a crewneck sweatshirt, denim jacket and minimal sneaker.
