As spring approaches, Girlawhirl spends an inordinate amount of time sussing out the perfect white T. It sounds silly, but once she’s nailed it – or several versions of it – she’s set. Between the fit and fabric, she knows there are plenty of options out there, but she’s after a fabric that’s dense, so there’s no bra show-through and a cut that flatters, which usually means a scoop or V over a tightened up crew. Of course she’ll need several: casual ones to wear on the weekends and sleeker versions that travel well or can handle a day in the office…
• Always on the lookout for a T-shirt that fits her in all the right places, without any pulling of fabric across her chest, Girlawhirl is now devoted to K Street’s basic crew and V neck T-shirts. Cut to fit her curves, using bra sizes instead of the typical XS-XL, these 100% pima cotton beauties are soft and thick. The crew is a classic neck shape, perfect for layering, and the shape of the V-neck is slightly curved and truly flattering without being too low.
Basic S/S Crew and V-neck
100% pima cotton
30 A/B – 38 D/DD
$65
Also available in black and heather grey
Click here for more information or to purchase
• This textured cotton scoop from Boden has tons of personality. The fabric is slightly slubby – so there’s a bit of a thick and thin vibe going on. The scoop is flattering and the empire seam with its exposed seam adds to the casual vibe. It’s a bit longer in length, but still looks great with jeans.
Textured Scoop Neck
100% cotton
UK sizes 8-20
$28
Also available in 5 other colors
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• For a thick, slightly spongy T that Girlawhirl has no qualms about wearing to the office she turns to Eileen Fisher’s Organic Cotton Long Sleeve Tee. The wide scoop is universally flattering, and because there’s a touch of lycra® this fabric moves with her but doesn’t cling. And of course, she loves the fact that it’s made from organic cotton. There’s also a tank, which provides great armhole coverage and Girlawhirl turns to again and again for layering. Both come in plus size options as well.
Eileen Fisher Organic Cotton Long Sleeve Tee and Tank
XS-L
White
$68 for tank - click here to purchase
$78 for tee - click here to purchase
Also available in sizes 1X-2X
$88 for ¾ sleeve and $78 for tank
• When the warm weather hits, Girlawhirl intends to sport this sweet T from C&C California over skinny ankle pants or jeans. It’s got just the right amount of swing and the super soft cotton/modal fabric drapes perfectly from the little ruffled yoke.
Skylar T
50% cotton/50% modal
XS-L
White plus other colors
$78
• And even though it’s not truly a T-shirt, no analysis of white T’s would be complete without checking out a few tank tops. Perfect for layering now, and to be worn on their own once summer hits, Girlawhirl’s new favorite is the organic cotton Ribbed Basic Tank from gaiam.com. It’s soft and stretchy, slightly shaped and the armholes are just right. Even better, is the natural color, a new option that she finds just as versatile as her typical staple: white. This one she’ll definitely stock up on.
Organic Cotton Ribbed Basic Tank
S-XL
100% organic cotton
$9.99
Also available in natural and black
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