15 Affordable T-Shirts and How to Style Them Like a Fashion Girl

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I'll be the first to admit that I wear my t-shirts to death, especially in the Summer when I rotate through my ever-growing assortment no fewer than three times a week (usually more). To me, a t-shirt is the perfect offset to tailored pieces like blazers and trousers for casual chic and exactly what I need to downplay the sweetness of feminine skirts and printed pants. I'll even reach for one as a base layer under slinkier tops and slips that would otherwise be a little too strappy for the office.

If you're a t-shirt fanatic like me, I assume you're always looking for fresh ways to rock your favorite style, whether you are hooked on stripes, live for fail-safe solids, or like a little something extra, be it a splash of color, stitch of embroidery, or playful phrase. So I've put together a superstylish assortment of outfits from the street style scene to keep your t-shirt game strong throughout Spring and Summer.

And if you're looking to replenish your stock or, like me, a bit of an addict and want to buy a few new styles for the season just because, shop my favorite affordable t-shirts from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's, all for $22 or less.

A white tee give this bright blazer and printed pants outfit a low-key feel.

Give your black tee a fresh feel by pairing with structured pants and sleek slides.

Can't beat the ease of a white tee tucked into trousers. Smart accessories ensure a polished effect.

Nail head-to-toe white with a simple tee and cropped pants.

Playful earrings and a designer bag take a simple tee-and-jeans pairing to the next level.

For brunch, tuck a white tee into a midi skirt and finish with a wooden bag and sandals for a Summery feel.

All-black feels anything but boring when a simple t-shirt, heels, and embellished jeans are at play.

The head-to-toe denim look is easy when layered over a white t-shirt.

Rethink "evening only" pieces for day by styling a white t-shirt underneath.

Give your suit an achingly cool feel by styling in a t-shirt and sneakers.

For retro-chic, team a ringer tee and tube socks with your denim shorts.

Anchor a playfully printed set with a white t-shirt and sneakers.

Keep a t-shirt-and-shorts outfit elevated with a tweed jacket and sleek sandals.

Half-tuck a t-shirt into a maxi skirt, and finish with a beaded bag and slides for easy chic.

Give the biker short trend a try by pairing with a trusty white tee, oversize jacket, and Mary Janes.

What's cooler for evening than a white t-shirt tucked into leather trousers and heels?

A white tee is the perfect base layer under a polka-dot top for casual chic.

Instead of sneakers, try white loafers with a t-shirt and jeans.

A graphic tee is fun with a printed midi skirt and embellished slides.

Temper a tricky neckline for work by layering a white t-shirt underneath.

A printed skirt suddenly feels unfussy when you mix it with a t-shirt and sneakers.

Try a cropped tee over a smart pair of high-rise trouser.

A miniskirt feels fresh with a white t-shirt and boots.

Channel the '90s with a white tee, checked pants, and lug-sole combat boots.

A white tee is comfy-cute with cropped pants, sneakers, and a sweater draped over your shoulders.

When a slip dress feels too bare, layer a t-shirt underneath.

Metallic pants feel "chill" when a t-shirt and slides are part of the equation.

Master the layering game by wearing a t-shirt under a boilersuit and wearing it open at the top.

An embroidered tee feels cool yet polished when tucked into utilitarian trousers with pointed-toe pumps and a logo bag.

The perfect base to a colorful suit? A white tee, of course.

A tailored blazer and sporty shorts feel harmonious, thanks to a tee.

What better way to offset the volume of wide-leg pants than with a fitted tee?

A black tee toughens up a feminine denim piece like a minidress.

Exude Summer vibes in a white t-shirt and denim shorts.

Try a cropped t-shirt with a high-rise trouser-and-blazer set.

Make black separates pop with a colorful tee and bold sneakers.

This combo of jacket, t-shirt, and skinny jean is proof that great basics feel anything but boring.

A boldly colored blazer is effortlessly chic for work with a white t-shirt, midi skirt, and pumps.

Take the utilitarian trend for a spin by pairing a white tee with army-green separates and pumps.

A white tee grounds a playfully printed dress and fun accessories.

A white tee brings balance to an oversize blazer and pants. White pumps guarantee a sophisticated finish.

Cut-out dresses are tricky for day . . . until you realize layering a tee underneath is genius.

A white tee makes printed suits feel so easy.

Rethink your button-down shirt and wear it open over a t-shirt and trousers.

Timeless pieces are always impactful — take this combination of a white t-shirt, trench coat, cropped jeans, and pumps, for example.

A t-shirt makes a slip dress feel a bit more casual.

A white t-shirt is perfect with a denim jacket-and-shorts set. A logo bag is the ultimate fashion-girl pop.

Go sporty-chic in a graphic t-shirt, track pants, and sneakers.

A white tee pops under a tonal outfit.

Coordinate a bright t-shirt with a printed bag.

A white t-shirt is classic under denim overalls.

A white t-shirt and jeans feel fresh with a bucket hat and high-top sneakers.

Temper a printed coat with a white t-shirt and finish with modern pumps.

On laid-back days, nothing's better than a graphic tee, jeans, and sneakers.

Mix up your t-shirt-and-jeans combo by swapping for a brighter color on top.

A dark suit feels brighter when paired with a white t-shirt and Converse sneakers.

Layered necklaces instantly dress up a blazer-and-tee combo.

The easiest way to test the waters of colored jeans is with a simple tee on top.

A white tee makes a voluminous-sleeve jacket feel low-key cool.

Balance out a colorful suit with a white t-shirt and simple heels.

A white tee perfectly tempers exaggerated statement pieces.

When you double up on prints in the coat and bag department, a white tee is an easy base.

Head-to-toe basics feel chic in a tonal palette.

A neon bag makes any t-shirt outfit pop.

Don't be afraid to try a graphic tee underneath a tailored suit.

A t-shirt and miniskirt are perfect for Summer. As a third piece, drape a jacket over your shoulder for instant polish.

A brightly colored tee makes a polka-dot set feel ultrafresh.

A graphic tee is a unique way to experiment with pattern play.

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