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

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.

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

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Tuck It Into a Cute Leather Miniskirt

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Pair It With Shorts and Lace-Up Espadrilles

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Wear It With a Vibrant Jacket and Statement Purse

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Layer It Under a Matching Set

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Pair It With a Bold Print

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Make a Simple Look Stand Out With Statement Heels

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Try a Utilitarian Look With Boots and a Fanny Pack

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

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Go Sporty Chic With a Letterman Jacket and Sneakers

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Comfort Is Key: Dress Down the Look With Flats

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

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For a Night Out, Add a Miniskirt and Boots

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Layer It Under a Silky Slip Dress

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Add a Structured Blazer and Wrap-Around Midi Skirt

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Play Up the Look With Bold Accessories

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Wear It With a Midi Skirt and White Sneakers

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Layer It Under Leopard With Black Booties

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Tuck It Into a Sexy Skirt

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Go Western: Wear It Under a Pair of Overalls

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

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Add Contrast With Black Accessories

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Tuck It Into a Dramatic Skirt

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Wear It Under a Cute Tank

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Pair It With a Leather Coat and Snakeskin Boots