15 T-Shirt Outfits for Summer

Whether it's a plain white tee, vintage graphic tee, or a classic striped tee, one can never have enough T-shirts. Even if we have what seems like a closet filled with similar styles, they're all different in our eyes and they all serve different roles when we're styling our outfits, especially when summer rolls around.

No matter how high the temperatures get or the trends that come and go, T-shirts are the one true staple of every wardrobe. They either keep it casual with your favorite pair of high-waisted jeans, add an exciting touch to your outfit when layered under a slip-on dress or ruched top, or they become the definition of business casual when paired with your favorite summer suit. Since they're the ultimate closet chameleon, ahead we've rounded up the best T-shirt outfits for summer that show off all the piece's possibilities.

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Crop tops are your biking shorts best friend.

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Your pajama suit isn't complete without a plain white tee.

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Everybody should own a skirt suit and a tee this summer—do you agree?

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The finishing touch for every Canadian tux.

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A white tee is the ideal summer layer for your slip-on dresses.

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Keep things interesting with an embellished vintage top.

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Let your pants be the star of your outfit by pairing them with a simple tee.

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Business casual, anyone?

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An oversize tee that doubles as a dress? Yes, please.

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Mix up your favorite denim-and-tee combo with a sheer trench coat.

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Another strong case for layering.

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Your T-shirt doesn't always have to be the star of the outfit.

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Lilac pleated pants were made to be styled with graphic tees.

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An ideal casual biking outfit.

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Take note on how to properly elevate a white tee.

And with that, long live the summer T-shirt outfit.

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