The Great White T-Shirt
My quest to find the perfect white t-shirt is sort of like Linus’s search for The Great Pumpkin in that I keep waiting for it to appear, only to be disappointed when when it fails to materialize. At last count, I have upwards of 15 white t-shirts from various brands, in different cuts, and varying fabrics. You may wonder how hard it is to find a perfect t-shirt. But for me, the perfect white tee is described in many adjectives that appear to be contradictory: a light, but substantial material; slightly sheer, but not sheer enough that you can see your bra through it; a loose but body conscious fit; a flattering, elongated neckline; wide armholes; and a long length that hits about hip length. Do you see why it’s been so hard to find it?
I’ve tried many different brands and fit tips, and have accumulated a multitude of shirts. Some are bad and should never have been purchased in the first place because they aren’t even something I want for sleepy time wear, some are just ok and are the ones I will reach for on laundry days (Forever 21, Banana Republic, and Gap staples), while others are so very close to being perfect but not quite there (American Apparel’s Unisex V-Neck Tee and Splendid tees.) I did try on a t-shirt from the Olsen’s Row line that practically perfect, except for its $250 price tag. I had to put it down in Barney’s before I did something that I and American Express seriously regretted.
I stumbled upon my current, most favorite white tee while looking for something to put in my Victoria’s Secret Shopping Cart to get to my $100 free shipping limit, and found the V-Neck slub tee from Victoria’s Secret Soft, their new collection of dangerously soft loungewear and basics. It came in the mail last week and I instantly regret not getting it in additional colors. I love its mix of masculine feminine, with a sexy low V Neck that is perfect for showcasing a necklace and/or decolletage, the perfect degree of sheerness; and its long and lean fit. The loose, yet fitted body, is a great contrast to my new, sleek, skinny jeans and I’ve been amazed by the amount of versaility that I have been able to get out of it.
It retails for $26, or 2 for $40, which I think totally justifies me getting more than one. Do you have a favorite white tee of yours that you just haven’t been able to take off? Let us know in the comments!
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I love the Fruit of the Loom men’s v-neck t-shirts. They are extremely cheap at only about $10 for 5 at Target. I get the small ones and they shrink really nicely. I wear them everywhere, except work obviously.