8 Specific Trends Fashion People Are Wearing With Their Basic Tank Tops This Summer

Amp up your staples.

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Summer is almost here, and I'm already embracing the long, balmy days; alfresco dinners; and, of course, outfits that feel lighter, brighter, and carefree with gusto! One category that gets a lot of airtime once the warmer temps roll around is basic tops—tank tops, in particular. What takes the simple staple to elevated levels of chic are the of-the-moment pieces you style with them. For summer 2026, I'm spotting eight specific styles that fashion people are gravitating toward and pairing with their basic tops. These pieces not only add an instant cool factor to the outfit, but they can also make a basic tank feel fresh and trend-forward in an instant.

If you're curious and are looking for pieces to style with your basic tops this season, then keep scrolling for the specific styles that will make your outfits look and feel *very summer 2026.*

Silk Taffeta Pants

Woman in a basic top and silk taffeta pants.

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Silk taffeta pants are one of the biggest trends of the season, and they're the perfect piece to add a trend-forward touch to your basic tank.

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Long Pendant Necklace

Woman in a white tank top and long pendant necklace.

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One easy piece that'll add a cool factor to your tank is a long pendant necklace—a surefire way to look on-trend.

Pareo Skirt

Woman in black top and scarf pareo skirt.

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There's one statement skirt I've been spotting everywhere—scarf skirts aka sarongs, pareos, and bold printed wrap skirts. The best way to wear it is with a simple and classic tank top.

Striped Pants + Shorts

Woman in striped pants and a tank top.

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Whether you buy them in linen, denim (Sézane has cool options), or statement sequins (I've been spotting all the cool girls in La Veste), colorful striped shorts and pants are having a moment, proving that the statement print is a chic and playful way to elevate a basic top.

Beaded Necklace

Woman in a red tank, beaded necklace, and linen skirt.

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A beaded necklace is a cool way to amp up basic tanks and tees and can take your outfit from zero to 100 in an instant. Pair one with a tank top for a fun and fashion-forward look.

Capri Pants

Woman in a tank top and capri pants.

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Capri pants are still going strong. For a minimalist-chic summer look, pair them with a tank and ballet flats—so easy.

Knee-Length Slip Skirt

Woman in a white tank top and knee-length slip skirt

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Nineties slip skirts are everywhere. Whether you opt for a simple knee-length silhouette in linen or a lace-trim style, it's a chic option to pair with your staple summer tops.

Drawstring Poplin Pants

Woman in blue pants and a tank top.

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Cool cotton poplin drawstring pants are having a major moment. If you're able to get your hands on Leset's viral Kyoto Carpenter Pants in your desired size, then well done. Otherwise, I've added other chic options to style with your basic tops this season.

Judith Jones
Judith Jones
Associate Shopping Director

Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.