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    Not Button-Downs, Not Blazers—The Surprising Piece Fashion People Are Turning to This Fall

    Hint: you probably already own several.

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    By Bailey Burke
    Published 3 September 2026 In Buying Guides

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    The humble piece celebrities and fashion people alike can't stop reaching for this fall is one I guarantee you already own: the T-shirt.

    Before you decide you've heard this one before, hear me out. T-shirts are having a major moment—just not in the way you'd expect. It's not just about a single perfect white T-shirt this time (although I would love to break those down for you another day). Now, T-shirts are showing up in cool new ways—sold pre-layered, with eye-catching stripes and color blocking.

    I never really needed to "get into" this trend, since my style has always leaned tomboy. I wear one every day, in one form or another—so consider this guide from an insider. Ahead, I'm breaking down my favorites by category: layered, raglan, striped, and graphic.

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    Layered Tees

    Gap, Organic Cotton Vintagesoft Double-Layer T-Shirt

    Gap
    Organic Cotton Vintagesoft Double-Layer T-Shirt
    $45
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    A no-brainer staple, especially at this price point.

    2tee in Heather - Heather / Xs

    Still Here
    2tee in Heather
    $135
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    A less structured take on the trend.

    Turkey & Syria Double Layer

    Adrian Cashmere
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    $450
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    Technically a sweater, but this still gives layered T-shirt vibes with some added warmth. The colors are also so satisfying.

    Margo Layered Long Sleeve

    Leset
    Margo Layered Long Sleeve
    $140
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    With some low-slung jeans and oversized black sunglasses, this shirt is a winner.

    Dillon Tee - Earth/horizon Stripe

    Staud
    Dillon Tee
    $225
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    A more subtle foray into the double-layered look.

    Dillon Striped Stretch-Cotton Top

    Staud
    Dillon Striped Stretch-Cotton Top
    $225
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    The contrasting stripes are a yes in my book.

    woman street style wearing a baseball style raglan tshirt and jean shorts with sunglasses.

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    Raglan Tees

    43053 - Baby Rib Long Sleeve Raglan

    Los Angeles Apparel
    Baby Rib Long Sleeve Raglan
    $32
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    I recently saw a very stylish coworker in this top and immediately added it to my cart.

    The Raglan: Grey / Sky Blue Cotton Jersey

    Cou Cou Intimates
    The Raglan: Grey / Sky Blue Cotton Jersey
    $68
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    Cou Cou intimates can do no wrong. The cut of this shirt is perfection.

    Noelle Tee

    Reformation
    Noelle Tee
    $68
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    Chocolate and baby blue is one of my favorite color combos.

    Color Block Cropped T-Shirt - Pinks - Xs

    Zara
    Color Block Cropped T-Shirt
    $60
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    Making me want a strawberry lemonade.

    Map of Nowhere Oversized Raglan Long Sleeve Top in Briar Combo

    Daydreamer
    Map of Nowhere Oversized Raglan Long Sleeve Top
    $88
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    I'd wear this with a creamy jean and dark brown belt with brown accessories for a model-off-duty look.

    Striped Tees

    woman street style wearing a striped tshirt with a blue button down tied at her waist and camo pants with a red bag.

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    Brushed-Cotton Long-Sleeved T-Shirt

    Cos
    Brushed-Cotton Long-Sleeved T-Shirt
    $49
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    The hint of pink and slightly flared sleeves make this stand out.

    Olsen Knit Top - Wine Stripe

    Lioness
    Olsen Knit Top
    $100
    SHOP NOW

    Can we talk about how chic this removable scarf is?

    Asher Oversized Long Sleeve Tee

    Reformation
    Asher Oversized Long Sleeve Tee
    $68
    SHOP NOW

    Styling the blue-on-blue striped tee with even more blue with the bag and denim is an expert move.

    The Rugby Boatneck Long-Sleeve Tee in Club Cotton - Pomegrante Seed and Waterfall

    Madewell
    The Rugby Boatneck Long-Sleeve Tee in Club Cotton
    $78
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    This looks exactly like a vintage tee I would overpay for in Paris.

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    Kallmeyer
    Wynn striped cotton-jersey T-shirt
    $145
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    Another subdued stripe. Loving the hint of baby blue.

    Blue Collegiate Stripe Adler Tee

    Tuckernuck
    Blue Collegiate Stripe Adler Tee
    $118
    SHOP NOW

    Bell sleeves are just precious to me. I'd style this with a creamy pair of denim pants and an oxblood belt, like this one from Déhanche.

    Mighty Cotton™ Fletch Longsleeve

    Tna
    Mighty Cotton Fletch Longsleeve
    $58
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    Living for the pop of red on the collar.

    Nadine Top

    Posse
    Nadine Top
    $220
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    Well done in every way.

    Mason Baseball Tee - Heritage Navy Multi

    Veronica Beard Jean
    Mason Baseball Tee
    $198
    SHOP NOW

    Into the contrasting stripe detail.

    Donnie Tee -- Navy Breton Stripe

    Doen
    Donnie Tee
    $188
    SHOP NOW

    Bateau necks for the win!

    Long Sleeve Boyfriend Tee Xxs in Striped Blue \u0026 Orange

    La Ligne
    Long Sleeve Boyfriend Tee
    $145
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    These colors are lovely together.

    Douglas Top - Navy Moss Stripe

    EB Denim
    Douglas Top
    $165
    SHOP NOW

    A fresh and structured take on a typical tee.

    Graphic Tees

    zoe kravitz street style wearing a graphic barney's new york tshirt with micro black shorts and black sunglasses with a white headband.

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    Rowan Crew Tee

    Reformation
    Rowan Crew Tee
    $58
    SHOP NOW

    A cheeky phrase will always win my heart over.

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    Realisation Par
    Topless! Baby Tee
    $90
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    Just wait until you see the back.

    Daydreamer Go Long Puppy Tee

    Daydreamer
    Go Long Puppy Tee
    $79
    SHOP NOW

    This is as close to sports as I'll get.

    J'adore Baby Tee - Laffy White

    Sporty & Rich
    J'adore Baby Tee
    $90
    SHOP NOW

    Okay, I lied, this is as close to sports as I'll get.

    bloomingdales,

    Re/Done
    Cut From The Same Cloth Classic Tee (Was $160)
    $96
    SHOP NOW

    This shirt makes me want to book a vacation.

    Made Some Sportwear, France Sportwear T-shirt

    Made Some Sportwear
    France Sportwear T-shirt
    $150
    SHOP NOW

    Picturing this worn with a baggy navy trouser and sporty trainers.

    Heidi Long Sleeve - Swan

    Tyler McGillivary
    Heidi Long Sleeve - Swan
    $125
    SHOP NOW

    If you can pull this off, I want to be your friend.

    Cade Tee Northern Lights - Off White

    Anine Bing
    Cade Tee Northern Lights
    $72
    SHOP NOW

    Futuristic and funky.

    The Sinful

    Mother Denim
    The Sinful
    $120
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    The color!

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    Bailey Burke is a New York–based contributing fashion editor to Marie Claire and Who What Wear. By day, she works on the Creator & Community team, overseeing influencer and branded content programs across both publications. It's a role that keeps her deeply plugged into the fashion and creator landscape—and has given her a keen eye for the dernier cri. Once (accurately) labeled a shopaholic, she now considers it market research.

    A Chicago native who spent three years in Los Angeles before landing in New York City, Bailey's unique style is a direct product of everywhere she has lived. Outside of work, you'll find her planning her next trip, trying new restaurants, attending concerts, or convincing herself she needs just oneeee more thing in her cart. Follow her on Instagram at @baileyyburke.

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