The bright, white top may be one of the most underestimated (yet, the most versatile) piece in your wardrobe. As the temperatures set soaring, we speak to Bengaluru’s fashion flock and stage a little wardrobe resuscitation for you – you know, so you can find outfit inspiration from the desk to the dance floor! You’re welcome.
White lace up tee + floral maxi skirt + brown lace up heels
Nilu Euleena Thapa believes that a simple, no-fuss, white tee is a summer staple. “I find that it complements any bottom wear I have – even if it’s white and it holds together my white on white look,” she says. The city-based fashion blogger at Big Hair Loud Mouth, “Since I avoid wearing dark colours as much as possible during the summers, I find myself repeating clothes, like a basic white top for instance. Pair it with shorts or summery skirts during the day. Turn things around during the night by just wearing a high-waisted, wide legged pants or a funky mini skirt, without going through the hassle of changing the whole outfit,” she suggests.
Knotted white tee + high waist pants + nude blazer
“I could live in white!,” exclaims Deepali Kini. The Bengaluru-based fashion blogger at A State of Style believes that the plain white tee is super versatile and can be dressed up or down. “One of the easiest ways to style it for the day is to wear it with a pair of fitted blue jeans, sneakers with oversized sunnies. For the night, you could knot it into a crop top and pair with some high-waisted pants, add a statement neckpiece and a nude blazer,” she says about her go-to look.
White tee + skinny jeans + structured blazer
“The white tee is a blank slate on which you can build your look – with layers or accessories,” says Manvi Gandotra. The city-based fashion blogger who also doubles as a photographer adds, “Style your white t-shirt with a well structured blazer and skinny jeans for a polished look. Wear colourful statement earrings to add a pop of colour and complete the look with your trusted stilettos.” Just in case, here’s some more ootd inspiration to turn your look around. “You can keep it casual by wearing your white tee under an open plaid shirt, or with sneakers and a printed scarf. To make it fun, go for a white-on-white ensemble and add on some trendy statement necklace or earrings,” she says.
Crisp white shirt + bright cobalt blue pants + golden accents
White can turn things around and be used to make a statement outfit too. “Pair it with ankle length zippered denims for a casual look. If it’s a crisp white shirt, you can also pair it with quirky, printed formal pants for office. Accessorise with a brooch if it’s a collared shirt,” says Princy Mascarenhas, founder and blogger at The Jeromy Diaries. “For a night out, tuck in a white tee with a sequined mini skirt or a leather midi skirt. Add a few pop art badges on the white tee to bring in the element of pop-art culture,” suggests the fashionista.
