One of the fashion industry's favorite pastimes is reinterpreting subversive items, stamping them with a cool factor that may seem counterintuitive to those watching from afar but later catches on. May we draw your attention to low-rise jeans? Dad sandals? CROCS? Though all are worthy of examination, today's subject is men's undershirts. Its connotation throughout prior coverage in film and photography is not often one thought of as chic, nor is its wearer—anyone else having Sopranos flashbacks? Yet today's juggernauts of style have embraced the menswear staple by dressing it up with elevated separates. So naturally, our entire mindset has shifted.
The easy white tank is a great base layer for any ensemble. A sartorial chameleon, the wardrobe essential pairs just as well with tailored suiting as it does with monochrome denim and clogs. See evidence below.
White Jeans + Clogs
When in doubt, go monochrome. Though if you find head-to-toe white a tad boring, add a top layer in a shocking hue like this green option. In terms of footwear, & clogs are our favorite addition of the moment.
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Pulau Cotton Shirt
Ribbed Cotton-jersey Tank
The ‘90s Cheeky Jean
Medium Perfect Leather Belt
Slip-on High-heel Clogs
Le Maillon Bag
Tailored Separates + Loafers
If suiting intimidates you, lean into casual touches like a white tank to tone it down a bit. The addition of a flat loafer strikes the perfect style balance.
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The Anna Jacket—Better Than Denim
The Caitlin Short—Better Than Denim
Ribbed Stretch-cotton Top
Croc Flower Loafers
Bold Herringbone Chain Necklace
Tennis Skirt + Blazer + Heeled Sandals
Though a resurfacing trend from last year, we still plan on living in our tennis skirts this summer. Since both the skirt and tank are casual, layer a blazer overtop to polish everything up.
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Ribbed Stretch-jersey Tank
Women’s Spring Pleated Skirt
Tailored Double Breasted Blazer
Patent Palma High Sandals
Cat Eye Sunglasses
Sweet Nothing Choker
Animal-Print Shorts + Sweatshirt
As the style in question is so simple, jazz it up with a loud pair of shorts. Then drape a sweatshirt over your shoulders for a breezy finishing touch.
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Eva Ribbed Organic Cotton-blend Jersey Tank
Abreal Snake-print Leather Shorts
Basic Sweatshirt
Giulia 18K Gold Vermeil Hoop Earrings
The Balconette
Micro ‘The Curve’ Bag
Short-Sleeve Button-Down + Cropped Jeans + Flats
Who says you can't layer in the summer? Though we do suggest keeping those layers light. Opt for a short-sleeve button-down and a simple pant silhouette, then dress everything up with a pair of flats.
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Safari Camp Pima Cotton Shirt
Pedal Pusher Straight-leg Jeans
Aurora Tank Top
Felix Raffia Bucket Hat
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