12 Best White Tank Tops, According to Fashion Editors

I’ve got to shout out Kim Kardashian on this one: She knows how to make a tank. Skims’s cotton rib tank is one of my favorites; I’ve got both the Soot and Bone colorways, the second of which has a creamy off-white color that comes in handy when your standard white tank feels just a bit too white. The top is lightweight and breathable (but not sheer), so it can be worn as an undershirt or solo. When it comes to fit, it has lovely thin straps and a crop that hits right at your natural waistline. The low-cut neckline has a subtle square shape that makes the scoop design feel a bit more modern. In times when I’m not feeling the low-cut look, I wear it backwards for that perfect high-neck look (a styling hack I recommend to all my friends).

I’ve long been a fan of Aerie’s Smoothez collection, because, as the name implies, each item is buttery soft, practically gliding onto your body. I swear by their microfiber bike-short underwear for beating thigh chafe, and now I’m officially adding their high-neck bodysuit to the list. It has the high neckline I favor and a supple fabrication that’s double-lined for maximum opacity. It also has the hallmark of any great bodysuit: a thong cut that won’t give you underwear lines.

Figuring out which bra to wear with a halter-style top can be tricky but this Uniqlo tank top makes it easy with it's built-in bra. Problem solved. Pair it with sweats or dress them up with a denim skirt. (Reviewers recommend sizing up for a more loose fit.)

This crop top is part of Glamour HQ’s unofficial uniform. Editors love the trendy Asymmetrical cotton-modal twist top because of its unique, off-the-shoulder design, which “offers just a hint of sex appeal, but nothing that’ll ruffle your boss’s feathers.” It features a cropped waist and a single twist-shoulder strap for a high-fashion touch.

Alo Yoga is famous for their Alo leggings, but don’t sleep on their tank tops. With an unbeatable 4.7-star rating, this style is utterly beloved by shoppers and editors alike. According to one reviewer, the ribbed Go-To tank is “the perfect combination of thick and fitted.” It offers a light compression for comfortable workouts and has a stylish, racerback fit.

White tank tops have many strengths, but edginess is not one of them. If you’re looking for a punkier vibe, I’d recommend promptly investing in a style with built-in shoulder pads. Zara’s shoulder pad top is a prime example of the phrase “elevated basic.” The style has a classic, T-shirt-inspired design with a cool, sleeveless fit. Shoulder pads make the top feel delightfully ’80s-inspired and kinda hard-core, TBH. It plays well with faux leather and chunky silver chains.

Long before TikTok gave it a trendy nickname, pointelle tanks were the OG cottagecore staple. Made from delicate, eyelet-inspired fabric, the style offers a more feminine take on the androgynous white tank top. Free People’s Only You style offers that classic look, with additional design details—dainty lace trim and a contrasting ribbon detail—which make it feel extra special.

Though the white tank is, indeed, a basic, this $10 style is anything but. It boasts all the versatility of a traditional white beater, but—thanks to the asymmetrical straps—feels utterly fashion-forward. The style hits right in the sweet spot between casual and dressy, pairing just as well with sweatpants and leggings as it does with trousers and tailored skirts.

“It’s hard to find workout tanks with built-in bras in general, let alone ones that aren’t cropped and that also offer enough support for my larger chest, which is why I love this Lululemon tank. While it’s technically gym gear, it’s comfortable enough to wear regularly (no digging at all at the bust), and works as an easy layering piece under sweatshirts. I also love the flattering cut on the shoulder. I’ve had mine for roughly a year, and while the white has lost a little of its luster, it’s still not dingy after countless washes,” says Glamour commerce director Brie Schwartz.

“I’ve been wearing this white tank top at least once every week this summer. I like the material that is very sturdy and can almost double as shapewear. The length is also great for my frame. I’m five feet two inches, and I have a shorter torso, so this tank lays nicely on my waist,” says Glamour senior commerce editor Jenifer Calle. It’s great for layering under a blazer or button-down shirt for the office. The best part? “It actually stays bright white after every wash,” says Calle.