The Best Tank Tops For Women
While all clothing serves a purpose, the tank top is perhaps the most important staple item of clothing out there thanks to its versatility. Perfect for layering and as a standalone piece, a tank top will see you through all seasons and weather. If your wardrobe is in need of a few updates, we invite you to browse the tanks we've highlighted. From cropped and casual to a more flowy, elegant tank top, there's something here for just about every occasion.
What to Look For
When rounding up our favorite tank tops for women, our main focus was on fit, style, and material. After all, there’s little worse than a stretchy tank top that won’t hold its shape and makes you feel disheveled and sloppy. With this in mind, we highlighted a few of our own favorites. For example, LouKeith’s basic tank top is stylish, perfect for layering, and is made with a quality material that’ll see you through more than just warm-weather seasons. But the fabric is prone to shrinking and it can be sheer. For a tank top that’s not sheer and will work for both athletic activities or layering up on casual days, check out Artfish’s crop-top tank, which offers the perfect blend of style and comfort. For a closer look at our favorite women’s tank tops, have a look at our list, below.
LouKeith Women’s Basic Tank Top
Elegant yet casual
When it comes to a universally flattering and stylish tank top, the cut on this slinky number is exactly what’s needed. Thanks to the tank’s loose fit and fabric that will move with your body, you’ll feel comfortable, cool, and collected no matter what the temperatures or occasion. And while there are plenty of color and print options available, our favorite is the black, which goes with virtually everything.
Pros:
- This fits true to size, although it can be sized up for a looser and longer fit.
- The cotton-spandex blend of this fabric is ultra comfortable and lightweight, making it an ideal tank for even the hottest climates.
Cons:
- If you want to dry this shirt in the dryer, be sure to order up at least one or two sizes as this fabric will shrink substantially.
Vichyie Women Tank Tops
To layer or not to layer
Visually similar to a man’s muscle tank but fit for a woman’s curves, this tank top will flatter while feeling oh-so-good on your skin. And while we love this tank layered under our favorite cardi or flannel, when temps are warmer, it’s the perfect tank to wear on its own. Made of a ribbed poly-spandex blend that’ll hug your skin, this piece is still breathable and stretchy enough to wear on a run and during other activities, athletic or otherwise.
Pros:
- The slight cutaway arm holes make the neckline super flattering.
- The fit is long enough to tuck in yet stretchy enough to style for a slouchy effect. In our minds, that’s the best of both worlds.
Cons:
- The arm holes make it a tad bit tricky to find the right bra to pair with this tank.
Artfish Women Casual High Neck Crop Tank Top
Cropped and cute
If you’re on the fence about a crop top, maybe now is the time to fully hop on over. With a classic ribbed material that’s stretchy enough for comfort but fitted enough for flattery, this cropped tank top is ideal for lounging around your home, heading off to the farmer’s market, or practicing some yoga. Add a flannel or oversized sweatshirt to complete the laid-back look.
Pros:
- The ribbed material is the perfect blend for retaining its shape, making this ideal for high-impact activities.
- The thickness of this material keeps it from becoming see-through, even in sweaty situations.
Cons:
- The side label on the inside of the shirt is scratchy, so be sure to carefully remove that if you’re sensitive to labels.
Xieerduo Women’s V-Neck Lace Tank Top
Just add a lip
Something about this lacy V-neck tank top makes it one of our very favorites of all time. Is it the sheer lace that runs along the shoulders and lines the neck? Perhaps it’s the flattering deep-V design that strikes us? Or maybe it’s the rayon material that manages to pull off beauty and comfort in a fit that’s flattering for everybody? We’re not sure what it is that we like most, but taken together, this piece stands out. The longer fit makes it perfect for leaving loose, or with the right bottoms, tucking it in. Pair with your favorite jewelry and a lipsticked look and you’ll be ready for date night.
Pros:
- This can serve as a really cute top for maternity or postpartum, too. Consider simply ordering up a couple of sizes if this is what you’re after.
- We love that the fabric does not tend to wrinkle easily.
Cons:
- We recommend handwashing this item in cool water to maintain the integrity of the fabric and color.
Core 10 Women’s Soft Pima Cotton Yoga Tank
Workout approved
While we love this top for yoga, it can be worn for so much more. In fact, we love it for all kinds of workouts. Thanks to its loose fit, roomy armholes, and moisture-wicking properties, this tank will see you through any and all workouts — and it will look no worse for the wear, either. Ultra lightweight, breathable, and just stretchy enough to be comfortable, this tank top has all of the must-haves when it comes to a quality workout tank.
Pros:
- It’s really easy to pull this shirt on or off, even at the end of a workout when you’re sweaty and sticky.
- Although a bit on the looser side, the fit is still close enough to stay out of the way and move with your body as you need it to.
Cons:
- The lighter colors are a bit sheerer than we prefer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you wash your tank tops in warm or cold water?
To maintain the tank top’s color as well as the integrity of its material, it’s best to wash your clothing in cool water. You can use a bar of cold-water-appropriate laundry soap if you’d like, as well.
What’s the best kind of tank top for layering?
In all honesty, every tank top can be layered — you just have to have the right layering shirt to go over it. As for us, we’re suckers for a cute crop and a cozy flannel.
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