Although a little black dress is considered the most versatile piece of clothing in your closet, a white tee is a close second. Every one of us has that one piece of clothing that we always reach out to, especially when we have the ‘nothing-to-wear’ moments. The ubiquitous plain white tee is a wardrobe staple. It is a blank canvas that works as a base for the rest of your outfit. Best of all, white goes with everything and doesn’t feel overdone. It’s very versatile, and that means that you can have some fun.

It is without a doubt there are many ways to make this staple look chic.  All we need is a little creativity, accessories, and some inspiration when planning an outfit. The crisp white tee with jeans is a timeless style. You can also dress up the white tee with a midi skirt. During cooler temperatures, just drape a sweater over your shoulders for a cool, preppy feel to your outfit. Whether they are minimalist outfit ideas that you can wear any day of the week or unique ways to style a plain white tee for a casual weekend, you’re sure to find inspiration in this list.

Want to know to wear a plain white T-shirt?

Layered Under a Tank Top

When it gets a bit nippy, wear a tank top over a white T-shirt for the perfect transitional look. The combination possibilities are endless with a white tee. Choose for a basic tank for a more laid-back vibe, or a lacy one for that girly touch.

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Tee With A Trench

There’s nothing quite like a full-length trench coat as a timeless transitional staple. Style a trench coat over a white tee and tailored pants. Round up the look with a statement necklace.

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With a Leather Jacket and Jeans

If you want to look embrace the look of an off-duty model, get your inspiration from the street style images of models in between or after shows during the fashion week. These models wear outfits that are chic and casual. A good example is this white T-shirt, leather jacket, and jeans combo. Make sure the white tee is crisp so the outfit doesn’t look sloppy.

With Jeans and Cargo Jacket

Elevate a simple white tee outfit with a cargo jacket.  Finish it with a pair of baggy jeans. Add some accessories to dress it up.

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Layer Under A Dress

This is another style that works well during the transitional season. Styling a basic white tee under a strappy flowy dress will help take your summer wardrobe into fall effortlessly. On top of that, it also gives you more ways to style the same garment.

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Oversized with Bike Shorts

An oversized white tee with bike shorts can balance out the proportions. This “very demure, very mindful” look is great for a casual weekend brunch or grocery run. Want to add a cutesy touch to your ensemble? A pair of statement kitten heels can do the trick.

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With a White Maxi Skirt

The combination of a white tee and skirt is breezy and comfy. This aesthetically pleasing look can be dressed up with a pair of heels too.

With a Blazer and Slacks

Heading to a business meeting? Or a dinner in the city? Pair a blazer with a white tee and tailored trousers. A white T-shirt when wearing a suit feels more youthful compared to a button-down shirt.