The internet is filled with roundups of the best white T-shirts, and I love that for us, but that's not the only T-shirt color in the sea. I wear a T-shirt multiple times a week, and only sometimes is it a white one. There are an overwhelming number of T-shirt colors available to choose from in this world, but I can confidently say that the six hues that I've highlighted below are the most useful and timeless. (And yes, one of the colors is white.) I humbly consider myself to be a T-shirt expert, so what else is there to do than share the best tees in the most essential colors with you?
Below, you'll find what I consider to be the top five T-shirts in the most important colors to own. For the sake of consistency, I kept it to all short-sleeve tees. Aside from that, you'll find a variety of price points and options from both mainstream and more under-the-radar brands. Scroll on to add your next tee to cart.
Black
AGOLDE
Adine Shunken Tee in Black
Fun fact: I own this perfect tee in three colors.
Reformation
Gianna Tee in Black
There's a reason why this flattering cap-sleeve tee has sold out multiple times.
Nordstrom
Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt in Black
Eterne
Short Sleeve Boyfriend Tee in Black
I like this airy tee so much that I own two of them.
Cou Cou Intimates
The Baby Tee in Black Pointelle
The pointelle fabric adds a sweetness to this Cou Cou Intimates option.
Gray
perfectwhitetee
Harley Cotton Boxy Crew Tee in Heather Grey
I've worn this so many times this summer, I might need to buy a second one.
rag & bone
Kelly Perfect T-Shirt in Heather Grey
The ribbed trim makes it look polished.
Madewell
The Relaxed Tee in Vintage Jersey in Hthr Grey
Sold Out NYC
The Iconically Soft Perfect Tee in Heather Grey
Slightly oversized, but without being sloppy.
AGOLDE
Adine Tee in Grey Heather
This 100% lyocell tee even looks ridiculously soft.
White
This highly coveted tee deserves all the hype it routinely gets.
Reformation
Lindie Tee in White
This V-neck baby tee feels especially forward.
Everlane
The Box-Cut Tee in Essential Cotton in White
The fact that I've been wearing this one for years says a lot.
Saint Sirène
The Girlfriend Tee in White
Our editors are enamored with this buzzy new brand's tees.
perfectwhitetee
Springsteen Supima Cotton Baby Tee in White
This baby tee has more of a boxy cut, which makes it more versatile in my opinion.
Red
FLORE FLORE
Car Baby Tee Ribbed Organic Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt
The prettiest cherry red and the best fitted cut.
Still Here New York
The Shirt in Red
I wouldn't mind owning this in any color, but the red is pretty great.
ZARA
Interlock Short Sleeve T-Shirt in Bright Red
This medium-weight tee is perfect for fall.
Sézane
Conrad T-Shirt in Bright Red
It's as classic and chic as T-shirts get.
MANGO
100% Cotton Round Neck T-Shirt - Women | Mango Usa
This looks far more expensive than it is.
Blue
COS
Clean Cut T-Shirt in Cobalt Blue
J.Crew
Boyfriend Jersey Classic-Fit T-Shirt in Mazie Blue
This is the kind of T-shirt color that'll get you compliments from strangers.
ZARA
Rustic Cotton T-Shirt in Navy Blue
High quality, low price point.
Madewell
Perfect Crewneck T-Shirt in Deep Indigo
Perfect fit, perfect rich navy hue.
Alex Mill
Prospect Tee In Cotton Jersey in Washed Cobalt
It's only a matter of time before this low-key cobalt tee sells out.
Chocolate Brown
Aritzia
Interlock Cotton Function T-Shirt in Rich Mocha Brown
The number of colors this wallet-friendly Aritzia style comes in is mind-blowing, but I'm partial to the mocha one.
Madewell
The '90s Cropped Tee in Compact Cotton in Dark Chicory
This soft, slightly cropped tee is an outfit-maker.
LESET
Laura Margo Tee in Chocolate
This lightweight option has such a nice drape.
Citizens of Humanity
Kai Baby Tee in Chocolate
This will never go out of style.
Gap
100% Cotton Authentic Shrunken T-Shirt in Cool Brown
You can always count on Gap to have great tees.