This $8 Old Navy Tank Top Is My Summer Superhero—Here’s How I Style It
From my go-to work uniform to a Carrie Bradshaw-inspired combo.
Last summer, I stumbled upon what would become a superhero in my summer wardrobe: This ribbed tank top from Old Navy. Originally priced at $15, they were on sale for $8—an excuse to stock up in every color if I’ve ever seen one. And I’m so glad I did, because I ended up wearing them all. The. Time. The silhouette and scalloping on the tanks reminded me of the styles I wore in the ‘90s, and they worked just as well when layered as on their own.
I’m so obsessed with this tank top that I checked whether Old Navy had brought it back and was thrilled to find it in new patterns and colors for Summer 2026. I stocked up yet again, doubling my collection in one fell swoop. (I will say that last year's styles were 100-percent cotton, which I loved because they got better with every wash; this year, there’s a little spandex mixed in, so they’re not as soft, which is a slight bummer.)
Still, I plan on wearing the versatile $8 tank nonstop, just as I did from last June through September. Here’s how I'll be styling this humble tank top for every occasion in the coming months.
Professional Events
Once again, my trusted men’s Ralph Lauren button-downs, stockpiled en masse from Poshmark, play a key role. (They’re more versatile than you think!) I wear them completely unbuttoned and pair them with a contrasting-color tank underneath. I love the way the colors pop against a white jean—it’s a fresh take on my go-to work uniform.
Weekend Ready
Like pretty much everyone else with a TV and a Pinterest board, I’ve been very into ‘90s fashion lately. (Yes, I have copied a few moves from Love Story.) I’ve been drawn to the idea of twinsets, but I like creating my own sets by mixing and matching materials or patterns; that way, I’m ready if the AC is blasting at the movies, or, worse, when it’s malfunctioning on the train.
Dressing It Up
I’ve been in the middle of a Sex and the City rewatch, and I’m feeling super inspired by how Carrie Bradshaw styles her tank tops, especially in seasons 2 and 3: eye-grabbing accessories, a flash of a bright bra strap, and a fun skirt. It’s a move I plan on copying all summer long.
