The best women's white T-shirts you can buy

I live for a v-neck T-shirt. The Madewell Whisper Cotton V-Neck Pocket Tee is a slouchy-yet-polished iteration that looks good with absolutely everything from denim cut-offs to an oversized blazer.

I've owned many Madewell v-necks and can attest to their quality. They last through many washes (truly — I abused mine in the laundry room in my college dorm) and look fantastic on the body. This one has a bit of a longer cut for easy tucking and a cool, slightly oversized breast pocket. The size range is also decent, running from XXS to 3X.

Insider Picks reporter Remi Rosmarin loves this T-shirt for its low price and lightweight fabric,

"This is the perfect three season V neck T!!! Very soft and a nice light fabric that is super comfortable. The "V" is quite deep, so could be a problem for certain body shapes, but this one's going to a staple for me," writes one Nordstrom customer. The tee is highly rated on the retailer's site, with over 2,360 reviews.

"Thanks to the weight of the fabric, this shirt wasn't too see-through, and remained breathable," writes Refinery29's Michelle Li. Rank and Style also rates this one of the best v-neck tees on the market.

Pros: V-neck, breathable fabric, sizes run from XXS to 3X

Cons: V might be too low on some people

For a thicker material, you can't beat the 100% cotton Uniqlo Women U Crew Short-Sleeve T-Shirt. It's a basic tee with a high neckline and short, but not super short, sleeves.

The shirt boasts "perfectly balanced proportions" and a thicker, ribbed neckline for comfort and quality. The hems utilize a stitching technique that makes them more subtle and less prone to unravelling. It comes in XS to XL and is cut slightly longer at the back for a better overall drape.

"[T]he weight of this tee is so nice. it is heavier than a regular tee and wears really well. [D]efinitely recommend," writes one shopper. Overall, the U Crew has a nearly perfect average rating based on 100 reviews.

Creative director Meg Vasquez told The Strategist, "My forever issue with white tees is being able to see my bra through the shirt. The Uniqlo U tees are just thick enough that you can't see your bra through the white material without being so thick that you feel like you're wearing a weighted blanket." Elle also recommends the U Crew shirt.

Pros: Slightly thicker fabric, nice drape, affordable

Cons: Reviewers recommend sizing up

I don't always advocate spending more than $20 for basics, but if you're looking to splurge on a white T-shirt that will last forever while looking and feeling great, consider the Mott & Bow Marcy Fitted Crew.

This is your basic white T-shirt with a few details that make it stand out. The fabric is an ultra-soft blend of pima cotton and modal. It's preshrunk for the perfect fit right from the box and is just the right length for tucking into a pair of jeans or trousers.

BuzzFeed describes this shirt as "next-level soft" and notes that "[t]he addition of modal to the mix makes the tee stretchier than our other two picks, which helps it hold its shape better throughout the day." Glamour commerce editor Tara Gonzalez likes the Marcy Fitted Crew because it's "not too boxy, not too cropped."

The top is highly rated on the Mott & Bow website, based on 189 reviews. One shopper writes, "I have 4 colors of the Fitted V-Neck. They wear so well and maintain their shape. Not too long but not too short as well."

Pros: Very soft pima cotton and modal blend, fitted, preshrunk

Cons: Pricey, runs small

We told you Everlane was good at basics. So good, in fact, the brand earned two spots out of five on this list. The Cotton Box-Cut Tee is less of a fitted option than our overall pick, The Cotton Crew.

This one features a lower, less tight crew neckline and slightly longer sleeves, in keeping with the slouchier silhouette. It's made of 100% cotton and manufactured at a factory in Ho Chi Minh City. The fit is slightly cropped, making it a great pick for petites, but not so cropped that you need to be comfortable showing off your abs to wear it.

The Insider Picks team loves this T-shirt, and editor Sally Kaplan is a huge fan.

"This is seriously the perfect tee. Fitted enough but still loose and comfortable. I wish I had ten more of these," writes one shopper. Overall, the shirt has an average 4.67 rating based on 1300+ customer reviews.

Glamour senior editor Mattie Kahn is also a big fan: "It's a little cropped, so the silhouette looks more polished than its name suggests. And I like the price point; that makes it easier to buy in bulk." Bustle, Marie Claire, and WhoWhatWear editors are also fans.

Pros: Boxy fit, slightly cropped, good for petites, relatively affordable

Cons: Cropped silhouette might to too short for taller torsos

• Re/Done Heritage Cotton 1950s Boxy Tee ($78): Re/Done tees came up time and time again in my research, but they are just so expensive, even compared with our priciest pick from Mott & Bow. However, if you're looking for a more upmarket version, give the brand's 1950s Boxy Tee a shot.
• Urban Outfitters Little Brother Tee ($20): This tee was another frequent rec from experts. It didn't make the top five because the silhouette is slightly more shrunken-looking than some of the other similar styles, making it a less versatile option, and most sizes are currently sold out online.