The search for the perfect black tee has come to an end. We've searched far and wide to find you the best black t-shirt in every style, from the ultimate bodysuit and the perfect cropped black tee to the V-neck that gives back. Lest you forget, the humble t-shirt is the building block for the devil-may-care looks you so desire—it's the quintessential throw-on-and-go piece. Sure, everyone knows a t-shirt half-tucked into your favorite pair of jeans is an off-duty go-to. But it's time to give your tees the attention they deserve by layering them under a flirty slip dress, pairing them with some leather hot pants and sexy stilettos, or sporting one with an unexpected detail to bring new life to a tried-and-true classic. The perfect t-shirt is a versatile secret weapon that will carry you through every season, so scroll on down and find the next best addition to your wardrobe.
Best Muscle Tee
The t-shirt seen 'round the world! It feels like every celebrity, street-style star and influencer got their hands on this shirt recently. Update your standard sleeveless shirt with this shoulder-padded muscle-tee and go full biker babe with a pair of leather jeans.
Best Bodysuit
Commando is known for making buttery jersey-cotton you'll never want to take off. Plus, this tee does double duty as a bodysuit that'll always give you that clean-lines, t-shirt tuck under a satin skirt.
Best Boxy Tee
Re/Done's cropped tee is light-weight and cut loose and boxy, hitting perfectly at your hips. Wear with a pair of low-slung jeans to show off a little midriff and your assets.
The Tee That Gives Back
Isn't doing good better than looking good? With Ninety Percent you don't have to choose between the two. This brand gives 90 percent of their profits back to charity. You can also choose the specific charity by plugging in the reference number online.
Best Designer Tee
This Saint Laurent loose-fitting graphic tee can be paired with a micro mini skirt, toweringly high heels, and your favorite shoulder bag to live out your Parisienne supermodel fantasy.
Best Cropped Tee
This Artizia cropped tee is a great basic to have in your wardrobe. Whether it's your go-to on the weekends with high-waisted leggings or with a pair of boyfriend jeans under and blazer, this affordable tee is a no-brainer.
Best Sustainable Tee
Eileen Fisher's organic jersey tee is responsibly made without any harmful chemicals or dyes, and minimal amounts of water and energy are used. When it comes to the end of it's life, you can bring the shirt back to any Eileen Fisher store—no matter how stained, torn or used—to be recycled and repurposed into something new.
Best Knotted Tee
The devil is in the details. Bring new life to a tried and true classic with this affordable knot detail tee. I mean, any basic under $10 is worth trying!
Best Scoop Neck
Frame's high-quality and relaxed tailored fit make this plunging scoop-neck a opportunity to show off your summer tan and that fabulous necklace you've been dying to wear.
Best Fitted Tee
Vince is the go-to for luxury basics. This fitted tee can be mixed and matched all year long and is the best option for when you need to feel put together yet comfortable.
Best 3/4 Length Tee
Everlane's 3/4 length sleeve t-shirt is slightly fitted and great for a a tailored look. Wear with a pair of wide-leg trousers and your favorite pair of heels for a great business casual outfit.
The Velvet Tee
Trade in your lived-in cotton-jersey tee for this James Perse velvet short sleeve t-shirt. The crew neck and flattering relaxed fit makes for the perfect modern upgrade to your regular 0ff-duty look.
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Taylor Ayers is a fashion editor at Marie Claire, covering the new editorial fashion trends, looks, and contemporary styles.
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