Let’s be honest: T-shirt dresses aren't exactly the most exciting item. With a shape borrowed from the most basic item in our wardrobes, the T-shirt dress isn’t known for its wow factor. But what it lacks in drama it more than makes up for in versatility. A true blank canvas, the T-shirt dress is one of the most adaptable, not to mention, comfortable, pieces in my capsule wardrobe—and when styled right, it can look surprisingly polished. Take Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's latest look.
While reaching for trainers is my default option, recently I spotted Rosie Huntington-Whiteley opting for a very chic T-shirt dress formula that I've come to rely on ever since. Weaving white sandals and a suede bag into her look, I don't think I'd ever seen a T-shirt dress look so elegant.
Wearing a floor-sweeping T-shirt dress with a pretty bouclé texture, Huntington-Whiteley's outfit started out simple, but her accessory choices quickly elevated it. White sandals gave it instant glossy appeal, while her slouchy suede bag, in a washed shade of khaki, ensuring it looks high end at every turn. The softened structure and textured finish add depth to her ensemble. It felt effortless, but elevated—as the model's best outfits always do.
Uncomplicated, wearable and quietly chic, scroll on to shop the key pieces Huntington-Whiteley and I swear by for giving T-shirt dresses a stylish upgrade.
Shop T-Shirt Dresses:
This comes in sizes XXS—XXL.
Trust me—you'll start reaching for this comfortable dress all the time.
Shop this while it's on sale.
This also comes in classic black.
Style this with a sleek leather belt or wear this on its own.
The belt detailing gives this a particularly elevated energy.
Shop Suede Bags and White Sandals:
Style with jeans, or pair this with a longline t-shirt dress.
The chocolate brown colour trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
The chunky platform will add a little extra height without sacrificing any comfort.
This also comes in a lighter taupe shade.
There's something about a crisp white sandals that can entirely elevate a summer look.
This oversizes tote is the perfect size for carrying around your daily essentials.
Honestly, these look much more expensive than they actually are.
This light khaki shade is so easy to slot into a capsule wardrobe.
I always come back to Aeyde for their elevated footwear collection.
A slouch suede tote is the easiest way to give your styling an elegant edge.
These also come in brown, leopard print and silver.
A bag that works for so many occasions.
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