T-shirts are a must in anyone's closet. They're a great option if you're looking for a low-key vibe, but you can also dress 'em up too! Also, have I mentioned just how comfortable they are? There's no need to deal with buttons or hook-and-eye closures either since you just throw them on right over your head. Easy! But not so easy? Figuring out what to wear yours with besides a good ol' pair of denim jeans. If you need some more styling inspiration, take a cue from these celebs and influencers who proved just how versatile regular tees can be.
With a Tracksuit
Model Paloma Essler gives her athleisure 'fit a glam twist with the help of a quilted clutch and matching high heels. Style it with a scoop neck white tee to emphasized her necklace and finish it off with hard-to-miss earrings.
With a Blazer and Cutoffs
A T-shirt with the shorts might read too casual depending on where you're headed, but adding a blazer and two-toned heels definitely elevates the whole ensemble, like Rihanna did here.
With a Matching Set
If you're all about match-y pieces, pairing a graphic tee with a coordinating blazer and short set à la Bella Hadid is definitely up your alley; plus, it'll take you, like, five minutes to pick it out and put it on. Accessorize with chunky white sneaks, and then throw on a bold crossbody and sunnies on your way out the door.
With a Pleated Skirt and Mules
Another cute way to dress up a simple tee? Wear it with a metallic pleated midi, mules, and statement silver jewelry like Laura Harrier, and you'll literally glow.
With Cool Outerwear and Heels
Candice Huffine looks edgy yet insanely chic in this ensemble. A striking leopard-print jacket and patent leather pumps are sophisticated, while the black slouchy tee and skinny jeans make it not overly fancy. Genius.
With a Bustier
If you want to go for more ~drama~, how's this for ya?! Camila Coehlo wears her white tee with a lace bustier, straight-leg jeans, hot pink heels, and an evening bag that makes this look anything but boring. The pop of color really emphasizes your footwear, while the bustier gives the shirt extra interest.
With a Bold Suit
Keep all the attention on your colorful suit by wearing a simple white tee underneath, like Aimee Song here. Want to make it even more trendy? A pair of thick-soled sneakers will do the trick (although you'd look just as good wearing some kitten heels with this look too).
As a Dress
Take some advice from Hailey Bieber and give a T-shirt dress a try with fishnet tights and combat boots. Like, damn does she look cool, right? Pro tip: You can purchase a tee in a larger size (or even a men's size) to make the hemline longer or opt for one that's specifically designed to be a dress.
With Overalls
A pair of polka-dot overalls adds plenty of fun to a basic black T-shirt. Also, you'll strike the perfect balance of playful and stylish if you accessorize with sporty kicks, a sleek crossbody, delicate jewelry, and trendy oval sunglasses—i.e., you won't look like a 5-year-old during recess.
With a Fitted Skirt and Booties
If you simply knot your graphic tee in the middle, like Ashley Graham here, it transforms your whole vibe. When worn with a form-fitting skirt with a slit, white-hot boots, a belt bag, and cat-eye sunnies, you'll have a totally sexy, retro ensemble goin' on.
With Distressed Jeans and a Top Handle Bag
If there's anything we learned from Queer Eye's Tan France, it's the art of the French Tuck, demonstrated by Emma Roberts. Especially if your tee is slightly oversized, this simple trick makes it look more polished. Wear it with distressed jeans, high-tops, and a gold-accented top handle, and you'll look put together whether you're going on errands for the day or heading out for a night with your friends.
With a Leopard Skirt and Belt Bag
You've seen midi leopard skirts EVERYWHERE, and they're not going away anytime soon. Trust me. Since the pattern features neutral hues, you can wear it with any T-shirt, no matter the color. Go all out with a belt bag and striped shoes and you'll definitely have an eye-catching lewk.
With Skinnies and Sunglasses
Here, Selena Gomez goes with the classic jeans and white tee ensemble, but green-tinted sunnies and subtly metallic sneakers keep it from feeling snoozy. Opt for step-hem jeans (i.e., when the hems aren't even) for skinny jeans that have just a *little* something extra.
Lauren Adhav
Associate Fashion Editor
I'm Cosmopolitan's Associate Fashion Editor and write about any and all trends, major celeb fashion moments, and why wide-leg jeans are basically the best. I originally moved to New York City to audition for RENT, only to find out that the play closed 10 years ago.
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T-shirts are a versatile and comfortable clothing item that can be styled in various ways. They can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion and can be paired with different bottoms and accessories to create different looks. In this article, various celebrities and influencers are shown wearing T-shirts in different outfits, providing styling inspiration for readers.
Styling Ideas for T-Shirts:
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With a Tracksuit: Model Paloma Essler gives her athleisure outfit a glam twist by pairing a scoop neck white tee with a tracksuit, a quilted clutch, and matching high heels.
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With a Blazer and Cutoffs: Rihanna elevates a T-shirt and shorts ensemble by adding a blazer and two-toned heels.
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With a Matching Set: Bella Hadid pairs a graphic tee with a coordinating blazer and short set for a trendy and effortless look. Chunky white sneakers, a bold crossbody, and sunglasses complete the outfit.
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With a Pleated Skirt and Mules: Laura Harrier dresses up a simple tee by wearing it with a metallic pleated midi skirt, mules, and statement silver jewelry.
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With Cool Outerwear and Heels: Candice Huffine creates an edgy yet chic look by pairing a black slouchy tee and skinny jeans with a striking leopard-print jacket and patent leather pumps.
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With a Bustier: Camila Coehlo adds drama to her white tee by wearing it with a lace bustier, straight-leg jeans, hot pink heels, and an evening bag.
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With a Bold Suit: Aimee Song keeps the attention on her colorful suit by wearing a simple white tee underneath. Thick-soled sneakers or kitten heels can be paired with this look.
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As a Dress: Hailey Bieber wears a T-shirt dress with fishnet tights and combat boots for a cool and casual vibe.
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With Overalls: A pair of polka-dot overalls adds fun to a basic black T-shirt. Sporty kicks, a sleek crossbody, delicate jewelry, and trendy oval sunglasses complete the playful and stylish look.
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With a Fitted Skirt and Booties: Ashley Graham knots her graphic tee in the middle and pairs it with a form-fitting skirt with a slit, white-hot boots, a belt bag, and cat-eye sunglasses for a sexy and retro ensemble.
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With Distressed Jeans and a Top Handle Bag: Emma Roberts demonstrates the art of the French Tuck by slightly knotting her oversized graphic tee. She wears it with distressed jeans, high-tops, and a gold-accented top handle bag for a polished look.
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With a Leopard Skirt and Belt Bag: Selena Gomez pairs a midi leopard skirt with a white tee, a belt bag, and striped shoes for an eye-catching outfit.
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With Skinnies and Sunglasses: Selena Gomez keeps it classic with jeans and a white tee, but adds green-tinted sunnies and subtly metallic sneakers for a stylish touch.
These styling ideas demonstrate the versatility of T-shirts and provide inspiration for creating different looks. Whether you're going for a casual, edgy, or chic vibe, T-shirts can be styled in numerous ways to suit your personal style and the occasion.
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