The best white T-shirts for men are the ultimate wardrobe essential

Cos (three-pack)

• Fabrication: 100% organic cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 3 variations

One white T-shirt is simply not enough. So it's just as well that this organic cotton offering from Cos comes in a pack of three, ready to be rotated on a daily basis. To bring some added dimension to your look, consider adding a necklace and layering under a cardigan.

• Fabrication: Heavyweight jersey
• Sizes: XXS-XXL
• Colours: White, navy, grey, black

For minimalist (but not too minimalist) dressers, this white crew neck T-shirt from Ralph Lauren keeps it all-American and straightforward with only a contrast embroidered motif at the chest to break up the heavyweight jersey. Simple, but not too simple.

• Fabrication: 100% cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 6 variations

When it comes to this white tee from Abercrombie, the clue is in the product name: it is every bit as 'Essential’ as it claims to be. Cut from the label's emblematic — and extra, extra cosy — 180g ‘softAF’ fabric with an oh-so-slightly oversized silhouette, this piece promises to hold up through every scenario conceivable and keep you comfortable as it does so.

• Fabrication: 50% organic cotton, 50% recycled cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 2 variations

As one of the leading menswear retailers, it’s safe to say Mr Porter knows a thing or two about good staples – a fact proven by its self-branded T-shirt. Reflecting the brand’s pursuit of ethical craftsmanship (its construction is half organic cotton, half recycled cotton), this crew neck style is cut for a relaxed fit and falls to a mid-length, therefore tucking easily into your lower layer of choice.

• Fabrication: Cotton-blend material
• Sizes: XXS to XXXL
• Colours: 9 variations

Crafted from a cotton and recycled polyester blend, Uniqlo's half-sleeved white T-shirt is perfect for those who enjoy a slightly exaggerated ensemble. Designed to sit with both a wide and oversized fit, its dropped shoulder relaxes the body and accommodates all shapes thanks to its inclusive size range. Comfortable and contemporary at once, this one will see you through many seasons to come.

• Fabrication: 100 per cent cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 2 variations

Heading to Italy this summer? Take our advice and incorporate a Versace logo into your holiday attire. A leading symbol of style from the country of la dolce vita, the luxury brand’s latest collection includes this excellent white T-shirt: boldly printed with the house’s identity at the centre of its sharp frame.

• Fabrication: 100 per cent cotton
• Sizes: S to 2XL
• Colours: 4 variations

A budget-friendly favourite for team GQ, Marks & Spencer's Autograph-range tees are made from pure 'Supima' cotton (which is twice as strong as the usual kind, FYI). Topped by a classic crew neck and shaped to a regular fit, they're guaranteed to work with pretty much any attire, and best of all, they come in a handy three-pack – so no matter what you encounter, there's always a spare on hand.

• Fabrication: 100% cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: Off-white

To those who keep their style game on the loucher side of the scale, Fear of God has the perfect T-shirt for you. Sitting in the Los Angeles-based brand's essential collection, this off-white design is assembled from a cotton-jersey blend and shaped to a sharp and boxy silhouette. Complete with a subtle appliquéd logo just below its neckline, the name is a favourite for the fashion crowd, making it a smart addition to your ensemble.

• Fabrication: 100% cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: White

Just a plain white tee? Look again. Punctuated with the brand's signature initial embroidery, Carhartt WIP’s T-shirt is an essential everyday piece for those who favour a workwear-cued wardrobe. Made from a soft cotton-jersey blend, it ticks all the boxes for features most commonly associated with the design: from a ribbed crew neck to a long and hemmed finish. Simple, stylish and sold for just £40.

• Fabrication: 100% cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: White, navy, khaki, black

Not one for the embroidered ‘Polo’ motif tee? No problem, Ralph Lauren has other options for you. Cut for a relaxed fit, this white T-shirt is embellished by a written logo at the chest, for the man who loves to read… logos, that is.

• Fabrication: 100% cotton
• Sizes: S to XXL
• Colours: White

When we search for a white-shirt, we look for good quality, good style and an affordable price. A top place to ensure all three? Dickies. Known for its long lasting construction (the workwear brand has been delivering durable garments since 1922), the latest collection includes this crew neck tee: crafted from cotton-jersey, stitched with ribbed trims and complete with a branded print. For just £35, take our advice and add it to your basket – stat.

• Fabrication: 100% 220gsm cotton
• Sizes: XXS to XXL
• Colours: 7 variations

A fast-growing Mancunian streetwear label best known for its signature Owner's Club hoodies and all-purpose 24/7 range, Represent has also mastered the oversized look with its take on the white tee. Boxy, slouchy, comfortable and cool, this pick does it all… and pretty effortlessly at that.

• Fabrication: 100% cotton
• Sizes: XXS to XXL
• Colours: 5 variations

Never one to skip an opportunity for a good menswear staple, AllSaints’ take on the white T-shirt is punctuated by the brand’s signature ‘Ramskull’ symbol at the right of the chest. Oozing rock and roll most nonchalantly, it has been crafted from a soft cotton texture and falls with a slim fit to align with the styles of alternative music culture. Be sure to leave it untucked and pair it with your best black slim jeans in keeping with its underground mood.

• Fabrication: 100% cotton
• Sizes: S to XL
• Colours: 3 variations

Calvin Klein's signature seductive mode knows no bounds — not even the humble white T-shirt is safe. Sold in a pack of three, these taut tees are lightweight but sturdy, primed for pairing with Klein denim in a rich blue hue.

• Fabrication: 100% organic cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 8 variations

Setting out on a mission to create the perfect basic tee, Asket came through with a 15-size offering to secure a perfect fit, making the classic white T-shirt as versatile as can be. No logos, drop necks or gratuitous pockets, simply a timeless staple that can look flattering on every body type.

• Fabrication: 100% cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 3 variations

Exploration runs through The North Face's brand identity, and is stitched into every seam it produces. Cut in a regular fit, this ‘Redbox Celebration’ white T-shirt from The North Face is hallmarked by a subtle logo detail at the chest and a graphic print at the rear.

• Fabrication: A cotton blend, created for stretch
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 3 variations

Given that Reiss is a high-street go-to for smart wardrobe staples and trad tailoring, it's no surprise it can take on the white T-shirt with seamless panache. Infused with all the minimalism and elegance that the label is infamous for, the 'Cooper' tee is cut from a soft cotton blend and finished for a subtle honeycomb texture. Simple, but effective.

• Fabrication: 100% Supima cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 13 variations

Originally designed for Daniel Craig in Casino Royale, the Sunspel Riviera T-shirt is constructed in the finest cotton from Italy. If it's good enough for Bond, it's good enough for us.

• Fabrication: 6.2 oz cotton
• Sizes: XS to XXL
• Colours: 10 variations

New for this season, Everlane has stepped into the weighted class with its T-shirt offering. Made from 6.2 oz cotton, this is an item that is dense and durable, getting softer with every wash. It's the sort of WFH uniform you want to be wearing on all the zoom calls: comfortable and classically stylish.