15 of the Most Comfortable Women’s T-Shirts

Old Navy is one of the best places to get a budget tee. They have a wide variety of different fits, lengths, colors, and materials, all for a very low price. They seem to modify a lot of their designs slightly each year with different color options available.

The Old Navy EveryWear V-Neck is a good choice for an excellent all-around shirt with a nice level of thickness.

The v-necks that are currently available have a flattering length to the arms and the length of the design. Generally, Old Navy v-necks are very durable and hold up well to washing and wear. For around only $8, they are a great buy.

Pros:

• Affordable
• Lots of colors

Cons:

• Not the most flattering fit for all body types

Why we like it:

At $8 a tee, you can stock up on this style.

Read our review of the Old Navy Everywear V-neck

One of the T-shirts that Lululemon offer that receives a lot of love from loyal customers is the Lululemon Love Crew. This crew neck style is made from a Pima Cotton fabric, which is very soft and breathable.

A lot of women wear it for yoga, obviously, but it is a great all-around basic tee. It has kind of a flowy fit, so it is quite flattering for most women, but you can size down if you like a tighter style.

Since it is Lululemon, they aren’t the cheapest options around, but they hold up well to washing and should last for many years.

Pros:

• Flowy fit
• Soft and breathable

Cons:

• Pricey

Why we like it:

The flowy fit and soft fabric help to make this design ultra-comfy.

Another great place to check out inexpensive yet good-quality T-shirts is Uniqlo. Some of their styles are a little boxy, but they also have some nice, more form-fitting Supima cotton crew and v-necks.

What I like about the Uniqlo Crewneck is the fabric is much more luxurious than I would expect from a tee in this price range. They cost less than $15, so they are pretty good value for the price.

Pros:

• Great quality for the price
• The fabric has a durable feel

Cons:

• A little boxy (could be a positive for some women)

Why we like it:

The quality and feel of this Uniqlo design are excellent for the price.

Read our review of the Uniqlo Crewneck

L.L. Bean has a classic fit that comes in a massive selection of colors called the Pima Cotton Tee. Like most L.L. Bean products, this is a durable garment that will last for years.

This style does well with washing since it doesn’t pill or fade in color, although there may be a little bit of shrinkage with this design in length.

You need to be a bit careful with the length as it is somewhat short, so this is a good choice if you have a shorter waist. Since it is made from Supima cotton, it is super soft with a little bit of a silky feel while at the same time being very durable. This style is also very easy to dress up or down, depending on the occasion.

Pros:

• Holds up well to washing
• Lots of colors
• Very durable-will last a long time

Cons:

• Some shrinkage is possible when first laundered

Why we like it:

It has a lovely silky feel to it.

A great retailer for a wide variety of stylish options is Anthropologie. One of their best basic T-shirts is the Classic V-Neck Tee. This tee isn’t cheap, but it is so soft and made with beautiful cotton that is very comfy to wear.

This style is a somewhat loose fit with reasonably short arms and quite a long length. It comes in lots of colors or a couple of very cute patterned options. Anthropologie has lots of other designs, including a few cropped looks.

Pros:

• Very soft cotton
• Long length
• Loose fit

Cons:

• Prone to those little holes that thin t-shirts can get

Why we like it:

The v-neck fit is a little different on this style. It’s also loose but super flattering and comes in some great color options.

Gap also always has a nice selection of tees with different neck styles, fits, and colors.

A shirt that is a great option for the warmer months is the Modern Crewneck. It is pretty comfortable and has a universally flattering fit. It has a sort of relaxed fit and a longer length, which is good for layering.

Pros:

• Comfy
• Universally flattering
• Longer length

Cons:

• Limited color selection

Why we like it:

This is a solid style that has a great fit, good thickness and feels really soft.

Another retailer you may want to check out is Everlane, they have a few different designs of tee that are good quality options, but one of their best styles is The Organic Cotton V-Neck.

It is very soft organic cotton with kind of a loose fit but still lean and long enough to be flattering. The V-neck is a moderate length, so it isn’t too low or too high. It is available in 5 colors.

Pros:

• Organic cotton
• Loose but nice fit

Cons:

• Some women may find it a little too thin

Why we like it:

This tee is made from a soft, lightweight fabric and comes in beautiful colors.

If you are a fan of the semi-sheer look, you will want to check out the Caslon Rounded V-neck. It has a long, not too thick, super-flattering shape.

The v-neck is slightly rounded and isn’t too deep, so it looks modern and classy at the same time. The fabric is a soft cotton blend of 60% cotton and 40% modal, so it is very soft and breathable. The fit is loose, so it is an excellent style for layering or everyday wear.

The only downside to this shirt is that it is a little thin, so you have to be careful with washing it since there is a good chance that you will get holes in the fabric if you aren’t careful.

Pros:

• The excellent scoop neck design
• The cotton modal blend is ultra-soft

Cons:

• Thin fabric

Why we like it:

This shirt is loose, long, soft, and versatile. The rounded neck gives it a unique look.

Available from Nordstrom

If you are looking for a basic tee that is soft, comfy, and won’t break the bank, a good option is the Hanes Women’s Relaxed Fit Crewneck. It comes in 15 different colors (some quite vibrant), and depending on where you buy it, you can usually find them for well under $10.

Hanes shirts tend to be good quality for a great price. The key is to find the design that will work best for your body type. This is a relaxed fit, so it is quite loose on most women.

Pros:

• Lots of colors
• Great price

Cons:

• The looser fit may not work for everyone

Why we like it:

The cost of the shirt is great if you are looking for a budget option.

Available from Walmart.com

The Banana Republic Supima Cotton T-Shirt is made from high-end Supima cotton, which is super soft and breathable. The length of the BR crew is a standard mid-length that will fall at the hip or slightly below. It is relatively thin cotton, so avoid this design if you are looking for a thicker fabric.

Most years, Banana Republic styles are usually a good investment for a wardrobe essential that will go with just about anything, including a suit. Their shirts generally are not too fitted nor so relaxed that they look sloppy.

Pros:

• Soft, smooth fabric
• Cute fit
• Slightly textured fabric

Cons:

• Pricey

Why we like it:

This is a flattering, super soft style that looks great on.

The Essential Crew is from internet favorite brand KOTN is a high-quality 100% cotton buttery soft style that gets glowing reviews.

Since it is a mid-weight cotton jersey, it is the perfect thickness for a shirt, being neither too thick nor too sheer that it is see-through.

This crew is particularly loved for its softness and super-flattering shape. Reviewers also rave about the not-too-fitted, structured shape and high-quality feel.

Pros:

• Soft and smooth
• High quality
• Ethical and sustainable brand

Cons:

• Slightly tight in shoulder area compared to the body

Why we like it:

This is a great basic tee from a brand that strives to operate ethically and sustainably.

Read our review of KOTN’s Essential Crew

The Everyday Shortsleeve from Outdoor Voices is a super-soft athletic tee that is versatile enough to wear for everyday life.

Made out of a performance cotton blend of 81% polyester, and 14% cotton with 5% spandex, this tee is sweat-wicking, doesn’t wrinkle, and is super soft. The slightly cropped boxy fit is flattering for everyone.

Pros:

• Unique, slightly cropped length
• Performance fabric
• Very soft

Why we like it:

This style makes a great option if you have a shorter torso.

There are a lot of fans of this Relaxed Supima Crewneck that come back to it year after year. Women love the fit, the quality, and the versatility of the design, as you can dress it up or down. It comes in some vibrant colors that look great and don’t fade when washed.

Land’s End offers fairly extensive sizing options, so if you have trouble getting a good fit for your body type, this may be an excellent choice. The fabric is thick and durable cotton that is, by most reports, very comfortable to wear either casually or for the office.

Pros:

• Fit
• Quality
• Versatility

Cons:

• The loose fit may not work for everyone

Why we like it:

This is a great classic style that comes in lots of colors and patterns.

Reformation’s Perfect Vintage Tee is a soft, nice-quality t-shirt made from 100% organic cotton. This beautiful design is a slightly loose, oversized fit that can look as dressy or as casual as you like.

The cotton is soft and light, yet not so thin that it is see-through. It comes in basic white, black, and blue, as well as a blue tie-dye that looks great.

Pros:

• 100% organic cotton
• Easy to dress up or down

Cons:

• Pricey

Why we like it:

A lot of the designer options are pretty fitted, so this makes a nice alternative.

The fashionable Whisper Cotton V-Neck Pocket Tee from Madewell is made from super soft, lightweight slub cotton (slub cotton has a little bit more texture in it than other types of cloth, it almost appears to have tiny bumps in it).

The fit of this style is loose, but it drapes in such a way that it is incredibly flattering for most body types. If you like a tighter fit, you may want to size down. This design can be dressed up or down and works very well for layering.

This white version of this design does have durability issues, with many shoppers getting holes in the fabric after a few wears. Overall it is a comfortable, breathable, and excellent style for the warmer summer months if you can avoid getting holes in the fabric.

Pros:

• Looks great
• Lots of colors
• Reasonably priced

Cons:

• Has issues with durability

Why we like it:

The look and the feel of this style are really nice if you don’t mind putting in the extra effort when washing it to try and avoid the holes.

Available from Nordstrom

Read our review of the Madewell Whisper T-shirt