How To Style The Runway-Approved Tank Top
A classic tank has become a closet staple. Here, GILLIAN BRETT rounds up the pieces to wear now, plus expert tips on how to style them
A ’90s mood
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. Agolde is every fashion editor’s go-to for the coolest staples, and the brand’s ‘Verica’ tank from our NET SUSTAIN edit is both flattering and comfortable. We love the one-shoulder silhouette that elevates this staple piece into a day-to-night top, plus it’s made using lower-impact materials. Wear it with Khaite’s crisp white ‘Lucian’ maxi skirt and Aeyde’s ‘Daphne’ sandals. For another nod to the era, add Alaïa’s sleek ‘Click’ shoulder bag, which comes in a modern iteration of ’90s bag shapes.
AGOLDEVerica one-shoulder ribbed-knit tank€75.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmedium - out of stocklarge - out of stockx large - out of stock
ALAÏAClick medium nubuck shoulder bag
KHAITELucian pleated cotton-poplin maxi skirt€680.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size0 - low stock246 - out of stock810 - out of stock12 - out of stock
AEYDEDaphne leather sandals€395.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock35.5 - out of stock3636.5 - out of stock37 - low stock37.5 - low stock3838.5 - low stock3939.54040.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.542 - low stock
With wide-leg jeans
New York-based brand Proenza Schouler has a knack of creating eminently wearable closet staples, and its ‘Roberts’ tank is a sleek example. Made from striped stretch-knit for a slim fit, it comes with a slightly longer hem for ease of tucking into jeans, skirts and Bermuda shorts, and is the sort of piece you’ll wear on repeat. For a classic off-duty look, wear yours with Agolde’s mid-rise wide-leg jeans from our NET SUSTAIN edit. Just add pared-back leather sandals, Bottega Veneta’s finely crafted ‘Hop’ tote and a little shine with By Pariah’s sparkling trio of rings.
PROENZA SCHOULERRoberts striped stretch-knit tank€147.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - low stocksmall - low stockmediumlarge - low stockx large - low stock
AGOLDELow Curve mid-rise straight-leg jeans
BOTTEGA VENETAHop medium Intrecciato leather tote
Tank and tailoring
Tank tops needn’t be reserved for off-duty occasions: Rabanne’s red version is embellished with the brand’s signature ‘Piercing’ hardware to give it an after-dark appeal. A dream partner for tailoring, wear it with Toteme’s pleated pants for a look that is polished enough for workdays and events. Layer with Saint Laurent’s sleek blazer and finish with Gucci’s suede loafers – both forever pieces offering endless versatility.
SAINT LAURENTDouble-breasted grain de poudre wool blazer
TOTEMEGarderob pleated woven tapered pants
Utility style
Tanks naturally have a utilitarian appeal, so it makes sense to pair them with pieces that evoke a similar mood. For easy off-duty style, pair Bottega Veneta’s high-neck ribbed tank with Citizens of Humanity’s cotton tapered cargo pants in khaki green. A pair of leather sandals in dark brown will ensure the look is effortless, while Laura Lombardi’s two-tone ‘Piega’ earrings add timeless polish.
BOTTEGA VENETAAppliquéd ribbed cotton-blend jersey tank
LAURA LOMBARDIPiega rhodium- and gold-plated recycled earrings
A.EMERYHeidi leather sandals€95.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3536 - out of stock37 - out of stock38 - out of stock39 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock42 - out of stock
Paired with print
On vacation or laid-back weekends, a fresh lemon-colored tank perfectly complements pretty prints. This minimalist design by Toteme is knitted for a soft handle; wear it with Etro’s cotton and silk-blend pareo, decorated with the brand’s signature paisley swirls and exclusive to NET-A-PORTER. Sleek accessories work as well beachside as they do for city breaks, so finish the look with Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza’s leather-trimmed raffia shoulder bag and a pair of retro-style rectangular sunglasses by Dior Eyewear.
TOTEMEKnitted tank€124.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmedium - out of stocklarge - out of stockx large - out of stock
DIOR EYEWEARDiorPacific S3I rectangular-frame acetate sunglasses
ETROPaisley-print cotton and silk-blend voile pareo
LOEWE+ Paula's Ibiza Punch Hole small leather-trimmed raffia tote
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CITIZENS OF HUMANITYCaralyn ribbed jersey tank
JAMES PERSERibbed stretch-Supima cotton tank€54.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size0 - out of stock1 - out of stock2 - out of stock3 - out of stock4 - out of stock
KHAITEEnnio scalloped pointelle-knit tank€624.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmallmediumlarge - out of stockx large
RABANNEEmbellished striped cotton-blend jersey tank€128.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock44 - out of stock46 - out of stock
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