Summer Fashion

8 Outfits That Prove This Affordable Basic Should Be Your Number One Purchase RN

Judith Jones  Sat, 06 May 2023  Who What Wear

While a tank top might not be the most exciting of fashion items, the humble basic should never be underestimated. Its sartorial power lies in its simplicity—reliable, effortless, and unequivocally cool—it’s one of the most loved staples among the fashion set, adding a cool touch to so many different outfits.

A basic tank never really goes out of style, but it’s certainly having a moment right now thanks partly to its large presence on the S/S 23 runways and the fact that so many fashion people are centering their outfits around the simple basic. Plenty of luxury brands are serving up their own covetable iterations of the staple (hello, Prada and Loewe) but you definitely don’t need to spend a fortune to add it into your look.

Now that summer is right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to give your tank an upgrade—whether you go for a ’90s-square neckline or a plunging scoop silhouette. For plenty of inspiration on how to style yours this spring/summer season we’re sharing 8 cool tank top outfits that prove this affordable basic should be your number one purchase right now. 

Sometimes the chicest summer outfits are often the simplest. Lean into the French-girl vibe and pair a crisp white tank with straight-leg jeans and minimalist black accessories.

Aimee Song proves that a simple white tank top can look insanely luxe when paired with an all white outfit. Go for a white long maxi skirt and a sumptuous creamy coat for one seriously-chic spring outfit.

J.Crew's, Olympia Gayot shows us just how chic a gray tank can be when paired with white jeans, a black belt, and bold silver jewelry.

Elegant and effortless, go for an all-black look with a '90s black tank, maxi skirt, and ballet flats for an understated look that speaks volumes.

Add a trend-forward touch to your white tank and style it with of-the-moment metallic silver pants (or a silver mini!) Finish the look with a polished blazer. Very spring 2023.

A white tank top and black slip skirt is a match made in sartorial heaven—easy to transition from day to night with the addition of chic accessories.

Add interest and dimension to a tonal palette of white and creams by pairing a simple tank with a wide-leg denim silhouette, and plenty of textures such as woven sandals and an open-knit sweater.

Take the simple approach by pairing a white knit tank with another key buy: a pair of wide-leg tailored trousers. Tan slides and a belt will pull the look together.

Next, 8 Classic Outfits to Try This Summer If You're a French Girl at Heart (Like Me).