"At this point, calling a white T-shirt a wardrobe essential feels like stating the obvious—but that doesn’t make finding the perfect one any less of a challenge. After years of trying on every cut, fabric, and fit imaginable—from Amazon finds to designer splurges—I finally found the white tee that checks every one of my boxes: Everlane’s Box-Cut Tee.
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As someone who wears a white tee more days than not—layered under blazers, tucked into denim, or paired with flirty minis—I’ve come to realize that most fall into one of three categories: too clingy, too oversized, or way, way too see-through. But this one? It hits that sweet spot between structured and slouchy, and somehow manages to feel both polished and effortless.
It has a slightly boxy, boyfriend-inspired silhouette that’s flattering without overwhelming your frame. The cropped cut is just right—long enough to wear untucked, short enough to pair seamlessly with high-rise anything. And the fabric? 100% cotton, substantial, and not remotely see-through. It’s the kind of piece that makes getting dressed feel easy.
At $38 (or 3 for $68), it’s the definition of a smart wardrobe investment. I personally stocked up—because let’s be honest, white tees are basically stain magnets, and I reach for this one constantly. Whether I’m heading to a work event or bopping around the neighborhood, it just works. I’ve styled it so many ways that my husband now jokes that it’s part of my uniform. (He’s not wrong.)
If you’re building a capsule wardrobe, refreshing your basics, or just in search of a tee that actually delivers, Everlane’s Box-Cut Tee is the one I tell everyone to buy. Keep scrolling for all the ways I’ve styled it recently and consider this your official invitation to join the fan club.
How I’m styling my white tee in 2025
With a brooch
Is there anything this tee can’t do? I decided to dip into this year’s brooch trend and it instantly gave my everyday tee the fresh twist I’d been craving. When styled with a colorful cardigan wrapped around the waist, the combo feels elevated, but not overdone. Full transparency: My tee now has two tiny holes in it (a brooch’s greatest pitfall), but thankfully I bought the bundle, so no panic insued.
With a denim jacket
Look, I’m fully on board with buttoning a jacket and wearing it as a top—but I’d never do it without my trusty white tee layered underneath. It peeks out just enough to add some visual interest, and acts as a back-up layer if temps spike midday and the jacket needs to come off. It’s simple, practical, and surprisingly chic.
With a neck tie
True story: I wore this outfit the other day, and racked up three unsolicited compliments on my walk home. Turns out, a silk scarf is my not-so-secret weapon for making a white tee and jeans look instantly put-together. It says, “I have my life together,” even when I’m running late and don’t know what day it is.
With a blazer
If there’s one outfit formula I’ll never quit, it’s a white tee and a blazer. Together, they’re that rare mix of timeless and cool. The beauty of Everlane’s Box-Cut Tee is that it has enough structure to hold its own under a tailored blazer, so I can wear it to a myriad of events—meetings, dinner, or date night—and no one would guess it came from my bottom drawer.
With a scarf belt
Minimal outfit, maximum impact. A white tee is the perfect base for playing around with new trends, like this season’s scarf belt trend. Whether knotted over a tee or looped through your favorite jeans, it’s the kind of it girl-approved styling trick that says, “Yes, I subscribe to at least three Substacks.” When the rest of the look leans bold, a classic tee brings it back to center—relaxed but refined in all the right ways.
Tinsley Crisp, Fashion & Beauty Staff Writer
Tinsley Crisp is a Fashion & Beauty Staff Writer at The Everygirl and specializes in reporting on the season’s latest trends and hottest products. As a New York City-based stylist, she’s committed to injecting joy into the art of getting dressed and delivering attainable yet aspirational content to our readers.