10 Ways to Style Tank-Tops for Summer, Inspired by Celebs

When it comes to summer essentials, nothing is more indispensable than a tank top. Just like a perfect white T-shirt or breezy button down, tank tops remain a year-round staple, but really shine in warmer weather. Coming up with new ways to rework these timeless basics can prove challenging, especially when soaring temperatures leave little room for layering, so rely on these celebrity outfits built around the simple tops as your guide.

From Sarah Pidgeon’s classic white tank and bootcut jeans combination that takes on a ‘90s-inspired CBK-coded feel to Kylie Jenner’s all-black look featuring a simple tank in noir and capri pants, finding summer-in-the-city outfit ideas has never been easier with these simple outfit formulas centered around minimalist silhouettes.

Looking to take a different approach? There are plenty of ways to reimagine the summer essential with more personality, as well. A silky lace-trimmed camisole can take a bohemian turn with Kate Moss’s signature styling. The supermodel paired hers with a leather blazer and shorts suit while in Paris, giving the lingerie-inspired underpinning a little more rock-and-roll attitude. Meanwhile, Chloë Sevigny made a white tank evening-ready, wearing hers for a night out with Alaïa’s statement ruffled skirt in pop-forward florals and peep-toe pumps, while Zoë Kravitz sported a pointelle camisole from Cou Cou with Adidas track shorts and black ballet flats for an off-duty spin on the season’s most versatile hero item.

Whatever way you choose to style the everyday essential this season, there’s no shortage of inspiration here. Ahead, find 10 ways to wear tank tops, all inspired by celebrities and ready to shop.

Double Layers

Rely on Monica Barbaro’s layered look to beat the New York heat (or any other city for that matter). A pre-layered tank and black capri pants read both practical and chic, while strappy sandals, a waist belt, and other gold-toned accents elevate the simple silhouette.

Evening-Ready

Chloë Sevigny made a white tank appropriate for evening, wearing hers for a night out with Alaïa’s statement ruffled skirt in pop-forward florals and peep-toe pumps. A vibrant purple shoulder bag and gold jewelry are the perfect finishing touches to complete the look with high-fashion flair.

The French Twist

Gigi Hadid chose a bateau tank top during Couture Week in Paris, styling it with loose straight-leg jeans for an effortless, supermodel off-duty look. Stylish accessories, such as a suede handbag in beige, leopard-print kitten heels, and oval sunglasses, perfectly capture the relaxed Parisian attitude for summer and beyond.

Detail Oriented

Bring on the contrast! Karlie Kloss proves it’s all in the details, pairing a lace-trimmed tank top with a bolder zebra-print skirt. The delicate neckline adds subtle interest, while minimalist accessories, like black flats, a chain link shoulder bag, and personal jewelry, demonstrate how to ground flashier pieces effortlessly.

The Urban Take

Another way to do urban outfitting in peak summertime (especially for New Yorkers) is the all-black ensemble. Kylie Jenner chose to style familiar closet essentials—a black tank top and capri pants—with Maison Margiela Tabi ballet flats, a vintage Gucci bamboo handbag, and cat-eye sunglasses, giving it a quintessential city feel.

Bohemian Edge

A silky lace-trimmed camisole can take a bohemian turn with Kate Moss’s signature styling. The supermodel wore hers with a coordinating leather blazer and shorts suit, using black shoes, a hobo bag, and gold chain jewelry to give the lingerie-inspired underpinning a little more rock-and-roll attitude.

The Polished Spin

Leave it to Kendall Jenner to make a tank top and slip skirt feel impeccably polished. The key is balance: modern essentials like a sleeveless high V-neck tank and silky skirt in butter tones keep things minimal yet sophisticated, while flip-flops and a mini tote bag bring street style-approved edge.

Off-Duty Essentials

Use a simple white tank to ground the cobalt blue color trend. Case in point: Amelia Gray Hamlin chose a breezy bottom in the bold hue as her statement piece—we recommend Leset’s Kyoto carpenter style, it’s a Vogue editor favorite. Black leather flip-flops, wraparound sunglasses, and an oversized flap bag round out her modern off-duty uniform.

Sporty Spice

For when temperatures soar and less is more, go the Zoë Kravitz route with Cou Cou’s pointelle camisole and Adidas track shorts. The actress knows that black ballet flats, a designer tote bag, and oversized sunnies only amp up the cool factor—a fresh spin on the season’s most versatile hero item. What’s easier than that?