The Best T-Shirts For Men To Sport All Season Long
A curated selection of reliable t-shirts for anyone looking to upgrade their collection.
A good t-shirt can be the perfect centerpiece for a man’s laid-back summer outfit, as well as serve a foundational role in a well-layered look. This summer, simplicity is key, but that doesn't mean you can't make a statement with your looks. It’s important to have a collection of t-shirts that can work well with other clothing and accessories, as well as options that can stand alone for relaxed, pared-back fits for when you want to appear put-together without too much fuss. For the slew of hot summer afternoons rapidly approaching and those days when you hit the snooze button one too many times, having one of these best t-shirts for men in your wardrobe can be a lifesaver.
The timeless, chic plain white tee is a must-have in any man’s wardrobe, whether you opt to style it as a standalone look or as a base layer under other pieces.
Most t-shirts tend to skew more casual, so finding the perfect, endlessly versatile t-shirt is of the utmost importance when curating a capsule wardrobe. Material, weight, shade, and cut are all factors to consider, and depending on the occasion, the optimal piece may vary.
Get a jump start on crafting your ideal summer wardrobe with L’OFFICIEL's top picks, compiled in a list of t-shirts that are sure to sit just right on your shoulders and keep you cool all summer long.
Handvaerk did not lower its standards of precise, meticulous craftsmanship on this line of t-shirts. If anything, it raised them. The product understands itself as a “building block” in your wardrobe and promises not to get in the way of good style. Its lightweight jersey fabric made of superfine two-fold yarn from the finest extra-long staple Peruvian Pima cotton will feel unlike any other t-shirt you’ve ever worn.
Handvaerk Crew Neck T-Shirt, $95, Handvaerk
By adding a faux-layered effect that draws attention to the neckline and sleeves, Brunello Cucinelli adds a great pop of style to an otherwise basic garment. This gives sophistication and intrigue to the look, without the heat and discomfort of wearing two shirts at the same time.
Brunello Cucinelli Cotton Jersey Crew Neck, $550, Brunello Cucinelli
New York-based ready-to-wear brand Khaite’s “The Emmylou” t-shirt is refreshingly easy to style, with numerous color options, and is grounded in comfort and quality. And don’t worry about being annoyed by the tag, as it's made of ultra-smooth cashmere.
Khaite The Emmylou T-Shirt, $380, Khaite
This shirt from The Row is a subtly, slightly more boxy spin on the classic white tee, featuring a ribbed neckline and the brand’s signature white line going down the back. Only a select few people on the street will notice the difference between this and any other white tee, but it might start some interesting conversations. Plus, the shirt's quality and style make it worthy of any man’s wardrobe.
The Row Steven Top in Cotton, $620, The Row
Dior’s oblique pattern is already all over the brand’s accessories and admittedly quite elegant, with creative marketing that is so obvious that it becomes subtle, so why not put it on a shirt? The elegant crew neck is 100% cotton and beautifully stitched.
Dior Oblique Relaxed-Fit, $900, Dior
From the Gucci Lido collection, this t-shirt is inspired by the beach clubs of the Italian coast. With a faded graphic that features the brand’s famous double-G, it is soft-spoken but iconic.
Gucci Cotton Jersey T-Shirt, $900, Gucci
Ami Paris’ cotton Ami de Coeur t-shirt smacks of Parisian fashion with a minimalist flare. The boxy, short-cut shirt boasts the brand’s iconic heart logo and is the perfect shirt for this summer as the Olympics are to be held in Ami’s home city and everlasting source of inspiration: Paris.
Ami de Coeur T-Shirt, $210, Ami
Just because a brand has mastered the art of the polo doesn’t mean it can’t make a nice shirt too. Ralph Lauren’s soft cotton crewneck is ultrasmooth with a great silhouette and that signature mini polo player embroidered on the left chest to boot.
Ralph Lauren Soft Cotton Crewneck, $65, Ralph Lauren
