How To Style The Runway-Approved Tank Top

All things ’90s are back on the style agenda, and one of the decade’s favorite duos – the tank and denim skirt – is given a slick refresh via the brands that excel at elevated basics. JW Anderson creates the coolest staples, and the brand’s cotton-jersey tank is both flattering and comfortable – wear it with Agolde’s frayed ‘Hilla’ maxi from our NET SUSTAIN edit and Toteme’s moire mules. For another nod to the era, throw a monogrammed bag into the mix, such as Gucci’s ‘Ophidia’ style.

Stockholm-based brand Lisa Yang has a knack of creating eminently wearable closet staples, and the brand’s ‘Ina’ tank is a sleek example. Made from soft cashmere in a pretty lilac hue, it’s the sort of piece you’ll wear on repeat. For a classic off-duty look, wear yours with jeans. Wide-leg cuts are the silhouette of the season and evoke a cool ’70s mood, making Citizens of Humanity’s high-rise ‘Annina’ jeans from our NET SUSTAIN edit the perfect choice. Just add pared-back leather sandals, such as Tom Ford’s ‘Whitney’ slides, and cult sunglasses – we love Oliver Peoples’ + Khaite’s ‘1969’ oval frames in a retro tortoiseshell style.

A tank top’s appeal needn’t be reserved for off-duty occasions: Khaite’s ultra-fine ribbed version is a dream partner for tailoring. Wear it with The Frankie Shop’s pleated ‘Gelso’ pants for a look that is polished enough for workdays and events. Layer with a crisp shirt like Toteme’s organic cotton-poplin style to give the look a relaxed elegance and a touch of color. Finally, finish with a sleek shoulder bag, such as Khaite’s ‘Lina’ style in versatile snake-effect leather.

Tanks naturally have a utilitarian appeal, so it makes sense to pair them with pieces that evoke a similar mood. For effortless off-duty style, Australian brand Matteau’s scoop-neck version from our NET SUSTAIN edit is a smart pick – the olive-green shade is the perfect partner to Saint Laurent’s cotton-twill cargo pants in khaki-green. Isabel Marant’s whipstitched suede ‘Lennyo’ sandals ensure the look is effortless, while Celine Eyewear’s oversized square-frame sunglasses add timeless polish.

On vacation or laid-back weekends, a fresh white tank is a cleansing antidote to bold prints. This ribbed jersey design by Citizens of Humanity is part of our NET SUSTAIN edit of more consciously crafted pieces; wear it with Cara Cara’s ‘Amalfi’ wide-leg pants, which are cut from smooth satin and printed with colorful tile motifs. Sleek accessories work as well beachside as they do for city breaks, so finish the look with Alaïa’s leather-trimmed raffia shoulder bag and a pair of leather sandals by K Jacques St Tropez.