15 Affordable T-Shirts and How to Style Them Like a Fashion Girl
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.
POPSUGAR Babydoll Swing Tee
POPSUGAR Babydoll Swing Tee ($22, originally $30)
POPSUGAR Ribbed Crop Top
POPSUGAR Ribbed Crop Top ($22, originally $30)
POPSUGAR Henley Stripe Tee
POPSUGAR Henley Stripe Tee ($22, originally $30)
POPSUGAR Embroidered Boxy Tee
POPSUGAR Embroidered Boxy Tee ($19, originally $26)
POPSUGAR Ribbed Crop Top
POPSUGAR Ribbed Crop Top ($22, originally $30)
POPSUGAR Embroidered Boxy Tee
POPSUGAR Embroidered Boxy Tee ($19, originally $26)
POPSUGAR Henley Stripe Tee
POPSUGAR Henley Stripe Tee ($22, originally $30)
POPSUGAR "Ciao" Graphic Tee
POPSUGAR "Ciao" Graphic Tee ($15, originally $26)
POPSUGAR Ribbed Crop Top
POPSUGAR Ribbed Crop Top ($22, originally $30)
POPSUGAR Babydoll Swing Tee
POPSUGAR Babydoll Swing Tee ($22, originally $30)
POPSUGAR Henley Stripe Tee
POPSUGAR Henley Stripe Tee ($22, originally $30)
POPSUGAR Embroidered Boxy Tee
POPSUGAR Embroidered Boxy Tee ($19, originally $26)
POPSUGAR Essential Relaxed Tee
POPSUGAR Essential Relaxed Tee ($18, originally $24)
POPSUGAR Essential Relaxed Tee
POPSUGAR Essential Relaxed Tee ($18, originally $24)