The 9 Best T-Shirts for Men to Add to Your Closet in 2024

A crisp new t-shirt is a game changer. It can make you feel fresh, renewed, and like a million bucks — without having to actually spend a million bucks.

What started out as underwear has turned into a true wardrobe staple, and in relatively short order. The garment was first manufactured in the early 20th century for military servicemen and made available to the public thanks to Fruit of the Loom around 1910. The men's t-shirt then turned into the cool kid uniform when James Dean tossed one on for Rebel Without a Cause. And the tee has stayed cool ever since.

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Only now, you don’t just have to rely on a plain white t-shirt (though we’re here for that too). Instead, you can mix up your wardrobe to include the basics, along with a few high-tech fabrics, vibrant prints, and embellishments that will take your t-shirt game all the way up to 11. Here are the nine best t-shirts for men to add to the mix right now.

For everyday wear: Vilebrequin Organic Cotton T-Shirt, $95 at Vilebrequin

For a classic look and a t-shirt that goes with just about everything, check out the Vilebrequin Organic Cotton t-shirt. Made with 100% cotton, the men's t-shirt comes with a relaxed fit through the torso, with a single breast pocket and a low-key tone-on-tone embroidered turtle. Pick it up in green or "pottery orange." 

For a pop of color: Vilebrequin Tie & Dye Shirt, $145 at Vilebrequin

Fashion is meant to be fun, and that’s exactly what you get with Vilebrequin’s Tie & Dye Shirt. The organic cotton t-shirt is a colorful moment, made using the Japanese shibori dyeing technique to give it a unique look. It’s an ideal statement piece for when you really want to stand out in a crowd. 

For a new silhouette: J. Crew Broken-in short-sleeve V-neck T-Shirt, $36.50 at J. Crew

Though it may not seem like much, a shirt’s collar really can make all the difference in an outfit. Try a simple v-neck like J. Crew’s broken-in tee for a casual look. The 100% cotton t-shirt has been a favorite of J. Crew shoppers since its debut in 2004. Perhaps that’s because the fabric is so soft that it feels like an old favorite right when you take it out of the bag.

For hot days: Vuori Strato Tech Tee, $54 at Vuori Clothing

Have plans to be out in the hot sun for a day? Perhaps meeting up with buddies for a game, round of golf, or BBQ? Then go with a trusty t-shirt like the Vuori Strato Tech Tee. The shirt carries its weight in style and comes with anti-odor and moisture-wicking technology, ensuring you’re never the sweatiest one at the party. 

For an always comfortable favorite: Bonobos Soft Everyday Tee, $35 at Bonobos

If you work from home, you likely have your “at-home” office wardrobe. And it probably needs an upgrade. You don’t need to sacrifice comfort for style. Instead, you can have both with Bonobos' Soft Everyday Tee, made with 60% cotton and 40% polyester, for a touchably soft feel. It’s the company’s best-selling shirt for a reason — it’s so damn comfortable, you’ll never want to take it off. Grab it in one (or multiple) of its 15 colors. 

For a pattern: J. Crew Cotton Stripe T-Shirt, $39.50 at J. Crew

If you want to add a little color to your closet without going all the way in, you can always dip your toe in first with a striped t-shirt from J. Crew. The shirt is made with the same 100% cotton as its other shirts only this time, it features a rib trim at the collar and a few well-placed horizontal stripes. Get it in navy or "ink ivory" for something simple, or jump head-first into color with its red, turquoise, and orange colorways. 

For a new feel: Faherty Linen Blend Henley, $98 at Faherty

Faherty has something easy and breezy that’s tailor-made for the warmer months: the Tradewinds Linen Blend Henley. The relaxed men's t-shirt is made with 90% organic cotton and 10% linen, making it wildly breathable. The button detail and longer sleeve length also give a little variety to an otherwise simple silhouette. 

For something supremely high-tech: Lululemon Metal Vent Tech Short-Sleeve Shirt, $78 at Lululemon

Anyone who’s actively training for a goal, be it just to get fit or for their next Iron Man, deserves to invest in a t-shirt that will work as hard as they do. And that’s precisely what the Metal Vent Short-Sleeve Shirt from Lululemon will do. The t-shirt for men is made with seamless construction to eliminate chafing, while the added elastane gives it plenty of stretch. The brand even added X-STATIC to the fabric, which inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria.

For a tried-and-true classic: Fruit of the Loom Men's Eversoft Cotton Stay Tucked Crew T-Shirt, $18 (was $26) at Amazon

We must take it back to the originals for this list. If you need the perfect undershirt or just want to save a little on your t-shirts, go for a six-pack of white crew shirts from Fruit of the Loom. The shirts are made with 100% cotton and boast more than 100,000 positive reviews on Amazon, all singing the shirt’s praises. The tee is also available in tall sizes, which you should consider if you’re over 6-feet. “Finally got smart and ordered these extra-tall undershirts, and why the heck did I wait so long,” one reviewer said. “They fit great and stay tucked in, enough said.”

Prices are accurate and items in stock at time of publishing.