Men’s fashion isn’t all oversized lapels, designer ‘fits, and streetwear-chic. It’s sometimes necessary to start from the beginning and work your way up. That’s why this article is focusing on the best plain t-shirts for men.
You can’t achieve your personal style without a solid styling base. Aside from boxer shorts, socks, and oxygen, it doesn’t get much more “basic necessity” than men’s plain t-shirts.
What are the best plain t shirts for men? Well, let’s start with the obvious. It isn’t a graphic t-shirt. While the graphic tee might be the plain t-shirt’s trendier, edgy cousin who’s much more likely to break the law, the plain tee is more solid and reliable. It’s the perfect foundation for layering and spring/summer sophistication. Sorry if your lisp is a bit off.
Throughout this guide, we’ll be examining the full spectrum of the best high quality plain t-shirts for men. You’ll find information on pockets, colours, shapes, and fabrics. We will steer you away from the ugly and regrettable in favor of classic, sturdy and refined. Please read on if you think this is something that would suit you.
What you need to know
When choosing the best plain tees for men, there are three things to consider. The material, the shape (or fitting), and the color. Color is not as important and you can style the color with other colors on a daily basis. When you wear the shape, it will determine how to style it.
A t-shirt with baggy, drop shoulders, like Wax London’s elegant tee, or a long-sleeved t-shirt, like the Asket tee, both work by themselves. In the warmer months, a more natural fit is best worn alone. Layering is also advisable in winter. Material is another key factor. A good tee shirt is made of high-quality fabric, so I chose the CDLP Heavyweight t-shirt as the best plain tee shirt.
It’s a black tee shirt. But it’s anything but generic. The
Contrastingly, pima, which is characterized by its extra-long fibres, offers texture and a drape that’s natural. The heavier weight of the tee shirt ensures that it drapes better than midweight alternatives. The natural characteristics of fabric allow garments to fade gracefully over time. This adds to their charm.
Softness is a key feature of the 330gsm Heavyweight T-Shirt. It also provides durability. This could be the ultimate black shirt.
Material: 67% Lyocell, and 33% Pima Cotton | Sizes: XS-2XL | Colors: 6
Asket does staples. Asket does staples. That’s what
Long-sleeved t-shirts with plain designs for men are often overlooked. The fact that it is often overlooked makes it an alternative and stylish layering option. Rumor has it that rashvests are coming back?
Try experimenting with a gilet on top of this piece. You could try a reversible fleece gilet, or a puffer-style light jacket. Pair with your jeans/trousers of choice and a stylish hat. The stylist with whom I worked this week was wearing a Columbia sportscap that looked amazing.
Material: 100% Cotton | Sizes: XS-XL | Colors: 5
This organic cotton tee by L’Estrange blends lightness, comfort, and softness. It’s the perfect day-to-day t-shirt. But it’s the t-shirt’s tone that offers a stylistic opportunity. Here’s why…
The light gray color, which I previously considered dull, has now opened up my eyes. I now style my light gray tee with some chunky wide wale cord trousers in black by Corridor NYC (but I also recommend Massimo Alba’s wale cords), a vintage Aspinal black belt with contrast stitching, and a pair of Vans x Krink shoes (try a pair of black and white Old Skools).
A Vans Torrey jacket would be a good alternative. A light gray tee is no longer boring to me. It’s quite the opposite.
Material: Cotton 100% organic | Sizes: XS-2XL | Colors: 6
What is the significance of this?
It also results in less waste as it uses less resources and dye. The lyocell also brings a particularly silk-like feel to the t-shirt, giving it a sheen and a comfort-shiver-inducing softness. If it’s in your price bracket, it just makes sense.
Material: 67% Lyocell, and 33% Pima Cotton | Sizes: XS-2XL | Colors: 6
What makes a white plain tee shirt for men stand out? Fit, color and fabric quality are all important. The Wax London T-shirt is a winner. The t-shirt has a boxy fit with sloping shoulder for a relaxed shape and feel. Its use of organic cotton and sheer weight of the fabric cements the quality of this garment. White is as white as new dentures that have been bleached.
This t-shirt is ideally worn as a “transitional” piece (as the fashion lot want to call “spring” and “autumn”) in mild temperatures.
Material: 100% Organic Cotton | Sizes: XS-2XL | Colors: 3
From cords and t-shirts to plans, what can’t Corridor NYC do? This regular-fit navy shirt is made using Pima fabric, a long fibre cotton in Lima, Peru. The garment is softer, and the touch will be more luxurious than other tees you have ever felt.
There is also the chest pocket. It is intriguing and mysterious to see a man with a t-shirt that has a pocket. What could possibly be in that pocket? What could he possibly have in there? God only knows. The chest pocket is certainly not practical, but it adds panache.
Material: Pima Cotton 100% | Sizes: S-2XL | Colors: 8
To call the crew neck t-shirt “standard” is to do it dirty. It is popular because it’s the best. It’s versatile styling-wise; it can be worn by itself or as a layer, and it feels secure and comfortable. This Hamilton and Hare oversize t-shirt has a premium look and feel, with a fashionable edge.
The longer sleeves lend it a Scandi Summer feel while the heavyweight material allows it to sit comfortably off the body. The navy color is beautiful, but the ecru shade is perfect. Plus, if you don’t have an ecru t-shirt in your wardrobe, that needs to change. Immediately. It’s such a brilliant color to style.
Material: Cotton BCI 100% | Sizes: XS-2XL | Colors: 1
Okay, so this t-shirt isn’t You can find out more about it here. plain. Designer t-shirts are, by definition, meant to be seen. by. Hence, the embossed design on the chest. The adept subtly of this logo means that it’s about as “plain” “designer” as that oxymoron can be. The cotton fabric is garment dyed.
The tee has a soft, designer feel and subtle fade. The fabric is lightweight to the point of even being a little sheer, so it’s best saved for the summer months. The Gorpcore, skatewear and other modern trends are still very much in fashion. This is why a Stone Island white long-sleeved shirt is hot right now.
Material: 100% Cotton | Sizes: S-2XL | Colors: 2
The fabric is naturally going to be the main differentiator (and you better make sure it’s natural, too). Supima is a strain that has extra-long cotton fibers, making it one of the strongest and softest cotton fabrics in the world. According to ISTO, it “represents less than 1% of cotton grown in the world.” The strain is also resistant to pilling and absorbs color efficiently.
Essentially, it’s among the best t-shirts for men. ISTO offers a limited range of colors. You can wear You can only get it by clicking here ISTO tee-shirts and you’d have a wonderful life. One can only imagine.
Material: 100% Supima cotton | Sizes: XS-2XL | Colors: 5
What to Look for in the Best plain T-Shirts for Men
Material
Cotton is the standard in the industry for t-shirts. So if the t-shirt is made from cotton, you’re in safe hands. It’s easy to wash, holds color, plus it’s durable and natural. From regular to Supima, there are different qualities: softest, most absorbent of color, and most durable. Also, look out for lyocell made from wood pulp sourced sustainably.
This fabric has a slightly silkier surface than cotton. Pay attention to the fabric’s weight. Cotton fabrics that are heavier tend to be more durable, insulating and resistant than lighter cottons. However, they may not be as suitable for hotter weather.
Color
The foundation of any good wardrobe is a simple t-shirt. Make sure to have a few good-quality white, black, gray and navy tee shirts. For summer, pastels or faded colors are perfect.
Fit
The current trend is a boxy, oversize tee. It may have dropped shoulders or longer short sleeves. Plus, they’re comfortable for a wide range of body types. A natural or regular fit t-shirt is good for layering since they don’t add too much bulk. The most versatile option is that they can be worn on their own.
Final Verdict
CDLP Heavyweight Shirt is at the top of our list for plain men’s t-shirts. It has to do the superior quality of Supima Long-Fiber Cotton. Goodthreads tee shirt stands out for its affordability. Stone Island’s piece stands out because of its simplicity and subtle branding.
The FAQ
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I’d be lying if I said this wasn’t a personal preference. I’d say that a good graphic can elevate a shirt, while a bad one can ruin it. So, in this sense, a plain t-shirt is always guaranteed to be at least not offensive, and if you’re unsure of your style, it’s a brilliant building block for the rest of the outfit.
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Plain t-shirts are incredibly versatile. They can be dressed up or down as needed, i.e., by adding a blazer over the top or with jogging bottoms and trendy sneakers because they don’t distract from other more stylish pieces around them. You can layer them easily. The plain tee shirt is good on its own. Wear it as insulation during the winter. They are like the background paint on an artist’s painting; it’s the stylist’s base layer.
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For ultimate agency over one’s own look, a man should be adding as much variety as possible to his wardrobe. Going back to the artists’ analogy, it’s naturally more limiting to paint with only two or three colors. You can experiment with as many colors as you want to find your own style, or explore new and exciting territory. As many styles as you possibly can.
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