6 Easy Ways To Style A Tank Top This Spring

By Emma Spedding

A tank top might not be the most exciting of fashion items, however this humble basic can add the perfect touch to so many different outfits. The tank top has had a rebrand over the past couple of years – it's no longer just the T-shirt you’d wear to the gym or for lounging around the house in, but has overtaken the boxy sleeved tee as the fashion editor's top of choice. The likes of Prada and Loewe have made logo tank tops cult items, while Bottega Veneta has shown in recent collections that a simple white vest top and jeans is one of the coolest things you can wear.

Like with all wardrobe staples, the devil is in the detail, so make sure you hone in on the cuts and fabrics that will give the piece plenty of mileage. You can opt for a ’90s-square neckline, a plunging scoop or a racer-back, which will add a sporty edge, and it's best to go for fabrics that will give structure and support.

The tank top is a regular fixture in the Vogue offices, and you’ll typically see it worn with trouser suits, smart skirts, jeans and blazers – this means we are experts in what makes the best tank tops. On the high street, Cos, Uniqlo, Arket and Weekday are our favourite brands, while Skims and Toteme create beautiful silhouettes.

What looks best with a tank top? Well, the answer is really anything, as this is a useful foundation to so many ensembles. A tank top and jeans is a classic for a reason, but we also love how this basic looks with more formal items like a full skirt, a satin slip skirt or tailored trouser suit.

Below, we have assembled six different ways to style a tank top, from park-ready weekend looks to the smartest evening event.

By Emma Spedding

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