29 Ways to Style That Plain White T-Shirt in the Back of Your Closet

Updated on 6/4/2019 at 12:30 PM

The white t-shirt: it's a staple in our wardrobes. Trust me, over the years I've filled my closet with variations of this classic piece — distressed, cropped, tight, baggy — you name it, I own it. While there are a million ways to wear them, I often resort to styling t-shirts in their most basic form, with a pair of slouchy jeans.

After turning to the fashion pros, I realized that with a little inspiration, transforming a plain shirt into an outfit worthy of an Instagram post is simple. Turn a sexy slip dress into office-appropriate attire by layering a t-shirt underneath, or tuck it into a midi skirt with a structured blazer for a runway-worthy look. Armed with these 29 outfit ideas and a crisp white t-shirt, getting dressed has never been so easy. Just scroll through and see for yourself.

Play With Length: Pair a Cropped T-Shirt With a Long Skirt and Blazer

Tuck It Into a Cute Leather Miniskirt

Pair It With Shorts and Lace-Up Espadrilles

Wear It With a Vibrant Jacket and Statement Purse

Layer It Under a Matching Set

Pair It With a Bold Print

Go Monochrome and Reach #StickofButter Status

Make a Simple Look Stand Out With Statement Heels

Try a Utilitarian Look With Boots and a Fanny Pack

Go Casual With Mom Jeans, Converse, and a Light Jacket

Go Sporty Chic With a Letterman Jacket and Sneakers

Comfort Is Key: Dress Down the Look With Flats

Add a Tweed Jacket, Skinny Jeans, and Mary Janes For a Date-Night Look

Wear It With Other Wardrobe Staples Like a Leather Jacket and Denim Skirt

For a Night Out, Add a Miniskirt and Boots

Layer It Under a Silky Slip Dress

Add a Structured Blazer and Wrap-Around Midi Skirt

Play Up the Look With Bold Accessories

Wear It With a Midi Skirt and White Sneakers

Layer It Under Leopard With Black Booties

Wear It Under a Bold-Colored Blazer

Tuck It Into a Sexy Skirt

Go Western: Wear It Under a Pair of Overalls

Playing Tourist? Add a Mini Wrap Skirt, Comfy Sneakers, and a Belt Bag

Add Contrast With Black Accessories

Tuck It Into a Dramatic Skirt

Wear It Under a Cute Tank

Try an Office-Appropriate Look With a Long Coat and Matching Trousers

Pair It With a Leather Coat and Snakeskin Boots

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29 Ways to Style That Plain White T-Shirt in the Back of Your Closet

Play With Length: Pair a Cropped T-Shirt With a Long Skirt and Blazer

Tuck It Into a Cute Leather Miniskirt

Pair It With Shorts and Lace-Up Espadrilles

Wear It With a Vibrant Jacket and Statement Purse

Layer It Under a Matching Set

Pair It With a Bold Print

Go Monochrome and Reach #StickofButter Status

Make a Simple Look Stand Out With Statement Heels

Try a Utilitarian Look With Boots and a Fanny Pack

Go Casual With Mom Jeans, Converse, and a Light Jacket

Go Sporty Chic With a Letterman Jacket and Sneakers

Comfort Is Key: Dress Down the Look With Flats

Add a Tweed Jacket, Skinny Jeans, and Mary Janes For a Date-Night Look

Wear It With Other Wardrobe Staples Like a Leather Jacket and Denim Skirt

For a Night Out, Add a Miniskirt and Boots

Layer It Under a Silky Slip Dress

Add a Structured Blazer and Wrap-Around Midi Skirt

Play Up the Look With Bold Accessories

Wear It With a Midi Skirt and White Sneakers

Layer It Under Leopard With Black Booties

Wear It Under a Bold-Colored Blazer

Tuck It Into a Sexy Skirt

Go Western: Wear It Under a Pair of Overalls

Playing Tourist? Add a Mini Wrap Skirt, Comfy Sneakers, and a Belt Bag

Add Contrast With Black Accessories

Tuck It Into a Dramatic Skirt

Wear It Under a Cute Tank

Try an Office-Appropriate Look With a Long Coat and Matching Trousers

Pair It With a Leather Coat and Snakeskin Boots

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