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Jul 01, 2023

16 Best Slim

Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links. Like a softer second skin. I don't have to tell you that T-shirts come in all sorts of styles. You

Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links.

Like a softer second skin.

I don't have to tell you that T-shirts come in all sorts of styles. You see it every day—there are graphic tees and baggy tees, V-necks and crewnecks, lightweight and heavyweight options. There are also slim-fit tees, which, in the ranking of T-shirt styles, should be quite high up on your list.

Slim-fit tees are like a second layer on your skin, but, you know, softer and more normalized to wear with a pair of jeans than your bare chest is (although, if you caught Barbie in theaters, maybe we're closer to that era than we think we are?). The oversized, baggy look works sometimes, but a classic, slim-fit shirt works always—it's effortlessly chic and refined, and emulates levels of tailoring and intention that most tees simply don't have. Here, we rounded up 16 of the best slim-fit tees on the market, so whether you're looking to dress one up or just go to the gym, we've got you covered.

If anyone can make a crewneck tee look like it was tailored specifically to your body, it's CDG.

The ultimate casual, slim-fit tee—and it's on sale.

J.Crew's basics always go above and beyond, and their slim-fit tee with a washed feel is no different. Size down for a tighter fit.

Not one, not two, not even three, but five Calvin Klein tees! These slim-fit crewnecks come in black and white, so if you get a pack of each, you're basically set on tees forever.

This sweat-wicking performance tee is like a second skin that moves with your body. Whether you're working out or staying in, softness and comfort like this won't go unnoticed.

Nothing worse than your T-shirt billowing while you're trying to complete your workout. Lululemon expertly solves that problem with a slim-fit style that has ventilation and moisture-wicking tech.

Not too tight, but certainly not boxy or baggy, either. Banana Republic always gets it just right.

That old A&F logo certainly brings us back to the early 2010s, and so does this classic, timeless slim-fit silhouette.

It doesn't get much more luxe than a slim-fit tee embroidered with Burberry's monogram.

Actually, maybe it does? Tom Ford's simple, off-white slim-fit tee is quiet luxury if we ever saw it.

The solid tee that makes all your other solid tees feel bad about themselves.

Perfectly fitted to your torso, this PRL option is a summery staple.

This midweight white tee is ideal for layering under a blazer, cardigan, shacket, or even wearing on its own.

Grab a few of these—once you start wearing one, you'll never want to try another tee.

A basic duo of slim-fitting white tees, on sale for under 10 bucks.

Made from super-soft antimicrobial fabric, this elevated slim-fit tee is an infallible choice for everyday wear.

Trishna Rikhy is the Associate Style Commerce Editor at Esquire. Previously, her writing has appeared in Vogue Runway, PAPER Magazine, V Magazine, V MAN, and more. She is based in NYC, but can probably be found wherever the strongest cup of coffee is.

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