White T-Shirts: The Quintessential Closet Must-Have

The trench coat, the chambray button-up—these are among the things every woman must have in her closet. The white T-shirt, however, is the quintessential wardrobe staple. This you already knew since your drawer is stuffed with so many of them it can barely close.

What is it about them that’s so special and why do we love them as much as we do? Well, these basic tees are:

…Affordable.

Unlike a designer handbag, you don’t have to shell out much money on a white T-shirt. More expensive ones are usually made with better quality, but they are accessible at any price point.

…Easy to clean.

There’s no need to take your tees to the cleaners. On laundry day, toss them in with the rest of your whites, add detergent and bleach, and that’s it.

…Easy to care for.

All you need to do to your white T-shirts is give them a good iron—or don’t if you’re all about the wrinkled look. Either way, maintaining them is simple. No special care instructions necessary.

…Easy to dress up.

One would think that a white T-shirt is the furthest thing from fancy. The beauty in its basicness is that it’s easy to elevate. Try swapping out your silk blouse with one to go beneath your blazer or do something more unexpected by pairing it with a pleated leather skirt and a bold statement necklace.

…And easy to dress down.

Having one of those days when you don’t feel like leaving the house? Get cozy in an oversized tee that you can chill out on the couch in for a Netflix marathon.

…Always flattering.

Unlike certain styles of dresses, a plain white T-shirt looks good on any and every figure. It’s a universally flattering garment.

The white T-shirt is simply a perfect piece of clothing. Because of this, your wardrobe can always use another one.

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