We Found the Best T-Shirts for Women in Every Style

You probably have a few Hanes tees balled up at the back of your dresser—but none quite like this. The Perfect-T is the brand’s elevated take on the everyday tee, featuring a more tailored fit than the ones you typically find in its multipacks. “This tee was tissue-paper thin, but it laid nicely on the body,” says Glamour senior trending news and entertainment editor Sam Reed. “I prefer more heft in my tees, but I loved the cut of this one. Overall a versatile, easy pick.” Stick with classic white or choose one of 20 other colors.

Sizes: S–5X / Colors: 21 options / Material: 100% cotton / Fit: Relaxed / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: This is about as basic as T-shirts get, so do anything you’d like—wear it under a blazer or cardigan, tuck it into trousers, or throw it on with sweats when you can’t be bothered.

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Made from the same ribbed fabric as Madewell’s best-selling tank top, this relative newcomer has become an instant favorite among the brand’s fans. The stretchy fabric is fitted without making you feel constricted, and it comes in a wide variety of colors without a dud in the bunch. Cap sleeves and a form-fitting neckline sell the shrunken effect even more. Teen Vogue associate editor Aiyana Ishmael, who tested the shirt, loved the way it made her feel but noted that i’s wise to keep a Tide stick around if you’re attempting to put it on after you’ve applied your foundation.

Sizes: XXS–4X / Colors: 14 options / Material: Supima cotton, elastane / Fit: Tight / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Take a page from Hailey Bieber’s book and style yours with vintage jeans, chunky loafers, and crew socks to look like a ’90s supermodel.

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It’s a fact of life: Athletic pursuits only get better when you’re wearing Lulu, and this long-sleeve T-shirt is especially worth your time. “Not only is this top ideal for exercise, but the fabric is so comfortable, making it my first grab after laundry day no matter the activity,” says Glamour art director Alexandra Folino. “It’s got the perfect amount of compression yet is still lightweight and breathable.” Adds Schwartz, “While I tend to find bodysuits uncomfortable, I love that this basically functions as one, minus the snaps, making it a great going-out top. Plus it’s sweat-wicking so it’s great for dancing if that’s on the agenda."

Sizes: XS–XL / Colors: 7 options / Material: 79% nylon, 21% elastane / Fit: Tight / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Sure, you can pair this with your fave Lululemon leggings, but it’s polished enough to be dressed up with jeans or work pants.

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Reformation’s vintage-inspired bestseller is knit with 100% organic cotton and has enough heft to it that you don’t need to wear a camisole underneath to hide bra lines. It also happens to be the absolute favorite T-shirt of Glamour editor in chief Samantha Barry, along with several other staffers. “The Reformation shirt has a great shape that holds up throughout the day—I wear it tucked in or out, depending on my mood, and love it both ways,” says Glamour deputy editor Anna Moeslein.

Sizes: XS–XL / Colors: 5 options / Material: 100% organic cotton / Fit: Relaxed / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Wear this tee with any jeans, but it looks especially polished tucked into a denim midiskirt, along with trendy slingbacks or oh-so-popular mesh ballet flats.

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This tee features a delicate pointelle knit fabric that adds a touch of cottagecore romance to any outfit. It’s lightweight and breathable, making it ideal for layering or wearing on its own during warmer months. “Leset has mastered the art of an elevated basic, and the Pointelle Slim Fit Tee is no exception,” says Glamour designer Channing Smith. “The scalloped edges give the tee a sweet, feminine feel, while the pinhole stripes running up and down add a flirty sense of intrigue.” Smith also notes that swapping this tee in over a normal white shirt gives any outfit an instant level-up. Unlike the other shirts on this list, while it gains favorable marks for not wrinkling easily (making it great for travel), it’s not the softest option here.

Sizes: XS-XL / Colors: 1 option / Material: Cotton/ Fit: Tight / Length: Hip-length / Care: Hand-wash

Style tip: Pair it with high-waist shorts and sandals for a breezy, summer look, or layer it under a blazer for a chic, office-ready ensemble.

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When you’ve run through all the cheaper options and you’re willing to spend on a truly great heavyweight tee, Vince is where to look. “If you ask me, this is the perfect white T-shirt to have in your wardrobe. It is lightweight, feels soft and stretchy (made from a Peruvian Pima cotton jersey fabric blend), and gives a flattering fit (it’s not oversized or super fitted to my body). When pulling it over my head, I was happy to see that the neck didn’t feel super tight, and I was able to slip my body into it easily. It is sheer, though, so I recommend wearing a white cami or neutral undergarments to avoid anything showing through,” says Teen Vogue commerce editor Shauna Beni.

Sizes: XXS–XL / Colors: 4 options / Material: 100% pima cotton / Fit: Slim / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: The length is great for tucking into pants, but you can also let this one overlap your favorite skirts or shorts; the slim cut doesn’t look too baggy for this styling.

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You can buy the women’s version of this soft, 100% cotton tee from Uniqlo, but our editors prefer the men’s cut of this boxy T-shirt. Pro tip: Go a size or two down from your usual. “It feels so breathable and light—like switching to the cool side of your pillow at night,” says Glamour’s senior commerce editor, Jenifer Calle. In terms of wash, it did shrink pretty significantly, so make sure to read the care instructions (unlike me). This wasn’t the worst thing to happen since the medium felt a little too oversized to begin with and now it’s the perfect size. It’s also super stretchy, and the length fell right at my hips. What really makes this shirt great, though, is its price point—just $25 for a well-constructed, quality T-shirt is a bargain.”

Sizes: XXS–3XL / Colors: 10 options / Material: 100% Supima cotton / Fit: Relaxed / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Thanks to its body-skimming (but not too tight) cut, this is one of the most professional tees on the market. Wear it under a cardigan or a blazer at the office.

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“The stretchy fabric smooths and adds support in all the right places,” says Glamour’s senior beauty editor, Ariana Yaptango. The stylish square neck makes it a solid dressier choice, taking it up a notch from the beloved basics here.

Sizes: XXS-XL/ Colors: 8 options / Material: Nylon, elastane / Fit: Tight / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Enhance the neckline with a pendant or choker, or layer this top under a slip dress for a dressier look.

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This pick stands out from your usual plain white tee rotation with a slim, long fit and high-quality material, which give off just the right “I threw this on” energy—even if you spent an hour deciding on which denim skirt to tuck it into. The midweight fabric is made entirely from Supima cotton, meaning it’ll survive countless washes and only get softer as it ages. “I loved this shirt so much! It has a super-flattering fit and is extremely soft,” says Condé Nast’s vice president and content lead for health, Dana Leigh Smith. “This is a basic I’d love to have in multiple colors to keep on rotation.” Our reviewers noted that it is a bit see-through, though. “While I love how thin and breathable this tee is, I do wear it with a camisole underneath, or else you can see a bit of your bra outline,” says Glamour commerce director Brie Schwartz. “Also, definitely lay it flat as soon as you wash it, or else it’ll wrinkle, but once you get those wrinkles out, it stays crease free throughout the day.”

Sizes: XS–XXL / Colors: 7 options / Material: 100% Supima cotton / Fit: Slim / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Lean into this tee’s California-cool pedigree with vintage jeans in faded blue or chic ecru.

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When a more run-of-the-mill tee won’t cut it, turn to this frilled gem from Boden, a brand beloved by Glamour editors—and even royals like Kate Middleton. It’s made from a breathable cotton blend for body-skimming stretch, and there’s a keyhole detail in the back, plus a slight puff sleeve for some extra style points. “When I’m looking for a super-comfy long-sleeve T-shirt that’s professional enough to wear to work, I reach for this. It comes in a few colors, and I especially love the nautical stripes for summer,” says Glamour’s Schwartz. “It feels so great on, and I love the preppy detail that makes me look a tad more put together.”

Sizes: 2–22 / Colors: 9 options / Material: 50% cotton, 50% modal / Fit: Slim / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Skip the necklaces and go big with statement earrings instead.

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If you’re not already a Skims loyalist, let this ultrasoft tee be your entryway. True to its name, it comes in plenty of sizes and with generous stretch to conform to any body size—and the material is undeniably soft. “It’s so cute, comfy, and genuinely flattering, making it the perfect basic piece to dress up or down,” raves Glamour associate beauty editor Danielle Sinay. “It’s also the literal only T-shirt I’ll wear in public, so do with that information what you will. My advice? Get several in different shades and style them with your favorite pair of baggy jeans. You’ll never be without an outfit idea—or uncomfortable—again.” Just note that it frequently sells out, so you might have to wait for a restock.

Sizes: XXS–4X / Colors: 11 options / Material: 76% polyamide, 14% elastane / Fit: Tight / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: As Sinay says, this fitted T-shirt looks great with looser bottoms, including wide-leg jeans and flowy skirts. Keep your look elevated (and ready for virtually any casual occasion) with slim loafers and chunky gold earrings.

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This thin, stretchy, long-sleeve top is made from a ribbed modal-blend fabric that offers a universally flattering fit. The material is incredibly soft against the skin, with just enough stretch to ensure it maintains its shape. “It’s the perfect weight for a spring or summer evening, or great for layering under sweaters,” says Glamour editorial assistant Monique Wilson, who remarked at how soft the garment was but notes that it does run long.

Sizes: XS-2XL/ Colors: 4 options / Material: Cotton, modal, spandex / Fit: Tight / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Pair it with a leather jacket and ripped jeans for an edgy look, or tuck it into a flowing midiskirt.

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No surprise here: Free People excels at slouchy, oversized tees. This is the absolute flowiest T-shirt we’ve encountered in our travels; while the neckline is structured, the rest of the garment drapes and falls across the body with abandon. “This is probably one of the coziest T-shirts I’ve ever worn, which is not something I say often. It’s quintessential Free People: oversized, drapey, California vibes,” says commerce editor Malia Griggs. “Big and boho aren’t my go-to styles, and it took a big of fiddling to figure out how to pair it (I landed on Free People’s baggy mid-rise barrel jeans, natch). It was freeing (ha) to not have fabric clinging to my stomach—and what a soft, stretchy fabric it is. It’s so comfy and airy! An ideal casual weekend shirt (or even PJ top). A word to the wise: The shirt runs huge. I’m usually a medium, which I’m wearing here, but I think I could’ve easily worn an XS, especially as it stretches in the wash.”

Sizes: XS–XL / Colors: 11 options / Material: 100% cotton / Fit: Oversized / Length: Cropped / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Want to look like a Free People model? Honor the cropped fit with a pair of low-rise jeans.

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This classic v-neck T-shirt is made from a vintage jersey, offering a timeless look with a soft, lived-in feel. “It’s buttery soft, fitted, but not too tight to where I felt uncomfortable,” says Teen Vogue’s Ishmael, who notes that this tee runs true to size.

Sizes: XXS–3X / Colors: 6 options / Material: Cotton / Fit: Relaxed / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Layer it under a chunky cardigan with skinny jeans and boots for a cozy, chic look.

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There’s something so effortlessly cool about a cap-sleeve T-shirt, and this whisper-soft option from Club Monaco is your best bet. It’s a ribbed and form-fitting tee that hits a little below the hip, making this a feminine alternative to more boxy, masculine cuts. “This is my absolute go-to. It’s one of the few shirts of the countless I’ve tried that’s thick enough that I don’t feel the need to wear a cami underneath it for smoothing,” Schwartz says. “It’s polished enough to wear alone, but it’s also great for layering–because it’s so dreamily soft and comfy, it’s my choice for plane travel (under a sweater), plus it comes in white and black. As for washing, the white will hold up to about 20 cycles before starting to look a little dingy, but the black holds up fine, and both will hold their shape. My advice? Wait for it to go on sale and snatch a few."

Sizes: XXS–XL / Colors: 6 options / Material: 57% cotton, 39% modal, 4% elastane / Fit: Tight / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Sub this tee in wherever you might wear a ribbed tank, like with a denim skirt or under a summer-weight cardigan.

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This T-shirt is crafted from premium cotton jersey, offering a soft, breathable feel that’s ideal for everyday wear. Its classic cut features a relaxed fit and a straightforward round neckline, making it a staple piece in any wardrobe. “This ASOS shirt held up so well after cleaning,” says Moeslein. “My baby spit up on it almost immediately, and it all came out in the wash without losing any shape or the vibrancy of the black color.”

Sizes: 0–14 / Colors: 4 options / Material: Cotton / Fit: Slim / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Layer it under a blazer and swap the jeans for tailored trousers to transition into a smart-casual outfit suitable for more formal occasions.

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This V-neck T-shirt achieves the impossible: It’s neither revealing nor tight. Yes, it’s one of the most expensive options on this list, but the design is worth the investment—not to mention the soft, silky pima cotton feels amazing on the skin, says Glamour’s global entertainment director, Caitlin Brody.

Sizes: XXS–XXL / Material: 100% pima cotton / Fit: Slim / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Tuck it into a high-waist pencil skirt and add a statement belt and heels for a refined, office-ready ensemble.

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“As the temperatures begin to rise, so do the hems of my T-shirts, and this crop tee is exactly the type of silhouette I like to wear. I love that it hits just below the belly button, so it still offers a good amount of coverage, and it has an all-over relaxed, loose fit. The one thing that stood out about this shirt was how noticeably thicker and heavier the fabric felt compared to the other basic tees in my closet; however, it still feels supersoft and breathable. It is a bit sheer, so I recommend sticking to neutral undergarments,” says Teen Vogue commerce editor Shauna Beni.

Sizes: XS–XL / Colors: 2 options / Material: Cotton/ Fit: Relaxed / Length: Cropped / Care: Machine wash

Style tip: Combine it with high-waisted denim jeans and a pair of sneakers for a street-style vibe or dress it up with a high-waisted maxi skirt and wedges.

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Made from high-quality modal fabric, this boyfriend tee combines softness with a relaxed, drapey fit that feels as good as it looks, says Glamour senior editor Stephanie McNeal. The breathable material ensures you’ll be comfortable all day long without looking sloppy. It also hits nicely at the hip.

Sizes: XS–XL / Colors: 3 options / Material: Cotton, modal / Fit: Relaxed / Length: Hip-length / Care: Machine-wash

Style tip: Tuck this tee into belted trousers for a polished, casual look or wear it loose over leggings for comfort.

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