The White T-Shirt Guide

The picks, tips, and dirty truths

Few items hold the same universal appeal as the humble White T-shirt. It transcends trends and proves time and again that simplicity can be strikingly chic. Today we’re covering everything from pricing (yes there’s a difference between cheap and expensive white Ts), to cult favorites, styling tips & more. Let’s get into it!

What’s the difference between a cheap White T and an expensive one?

At the low end of white T-shirt production, it’s generally known that manufacturers use fake whiteners called ‘optic brighteners’. These are chemical compounds that absorb ultraviolet light and emit visible blue light, making the fabric appear whiter and brighter than it actually is, amping up the ‘shelf appeal’ in stores. These can interact negatively with detergent, so if you’re wondering why the white T shirt you bought at Old Navy didn’t wash well, now you know. HOWEVER, I do have an Amazon favorite so keep reading…

White T-shirts everyone loves