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£112.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - low stocksmallmedium - out of stocklarge - out of stockx large - out of stock
KHAITELucian pleated cotton-poplin maxi skirt
AEYDEDaphne leather sandals£390.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock35.5 - out of stock3636.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock3838.5 - low stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock4141.5 - out of stock42 - out of 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£174.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex smallsmall - low stockmedium - low stocklarge - low stockx large - low stock
AGOLDELow Curve mid-rise straight-leg jeans£320.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size23 - out of stock24 - out of stock25 - out of stock26 - out of stock27 - out of stock28 - out of stock29 - out of stock30 - out of stock31 - out of stock32 - out of stock
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
CITIZENS OF HUMANITYMarcelle cotton tapered cargo pants£192.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size23 - out of stock24 - out of stock25 - out of stock26 - out of stock27 - out of stock28 - out of stock29 - out of stock30 - out of stock31 - out of stock32 - out of stock
A.EMERYHeidi leather sandals£112.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size353637 - out of stock38394041 - 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£145.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmedium - out of stocklarge - low 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£200.00View Product DetailsSelect a Sizex small - out of stocksmall - out of stockmediumlargex large - out of stock
JAMES PERSERibbed stretch-Supima cotton tank
KHAITEEnnio scalloped pointelle-knit tank
RABANNEEmbellished striped cotton-blend jersey tank£290.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size34 - out of stock36 - out of stock38 - out of stock40 - out of stock42 - out of stock4446 - out of stock
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