The 17 Best V-Neck T-Shirts to Shake Up Your Top Style (2024)

We’re here to address the sartorial elephant in the room: the question of the V-neck’s place within the milieu of

modern menswear. While there was a time in the early to mid-2000s when you couldn’t walk down the street without seeing a guy rocking a V-neck, the question that remains on everyone’s mind is: Are they even cool anymore?

Well, as it turns out, in the comeback of all comebacks, the V-neck is here to stay. It’s proved itself to be a timeless rendition of the classic T-shirt, one that adds a little more flair, intention, and dimension to your outfit. When you replace your crew neck with a V-neck, it can work. Really!

Fashion is indeed a fickle temptress, but she isn’t that fickle. For the most part, a classic crew neck will always be the go-to choice for layering and wearing solo. But if you’re ready to level up, choosing a V-neck as an undershirt is a solid way to get your fix. In that spirit, our style experts rounded up a few of the best V-neck undershirts available now, so you can effortlessly enhance your look in 2024. We also tossed in a few options to wear solo, in case you feel like going your own way. And hey, if that’s the case, more power to you.

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Simple, chic, and sleek. The wash on this tee is money and goes with almost anything. Plus, it’s made with cotton and Repreve recycled fibers (in other words, four plastic bottles!), so you can do good for the planet while looking good. Banana Republic leaves us with no choice but to love this V-neck.

One reviewer writes: “Very nice fit shirt, not too tight or loose... works very well with button downs. The material is the best part. Feels very soft and premium.”

It's all about bang for your buck with this six-pack, which rings in at under 20 bucks. A hefty grip of tees from Fruit of the Loom is always a great idea. These V-neck undershirts were designed to eliminate ride-up and stay tucked, so you never have to worry about unwanted peeking from beneath your outer shirt. And even if you wear it on its own, it looks damn sleek.

One reviewer writes: “The T-shirts fit perfectly and the no tag in the back makes it even more comfortable! It arrived the exact day that you said it would!”

Material

When it comes to basics, Champion is an all-time pro—especially if comfort is something you consider. We love the brand for its soft, durable, comfortable apparel, ranging from hoodies to—well, V-necks. This style is the ultimate staple because it won’t break the bank, and the relaxed, comfy fit will let you wear it all day long. Talk about getting your money’s worth.

One reviewer writes: “Very comfortable shirt, true to size. Nice soft, thick fabric. The V-neck keeps it from choking you. Highly recommended.”

Everyone “loves their Calvins,” but the V-neck tees deserve some love, too. The brand that made luxury undergarments a bona fide thing does undershirts right: It's all about sleek minimalism with this shirt, which looks just as good with jeans and sneakers as it does beneath a flannel, blazer, or cardigan. You’ll thank us later.

One reviewer writes: “Best V-neck T-shirts made. Been buying them for a decade.”

With a burnout effect, this grungier tee is a callback to the laid-back vibes of the 2000s. You can get away with it as long as it’s Lucky Brand. While you may no longer be making mixtapes or playing guitar in your parents’ garage (and if you are, we won’t judge), we promise this is still a very stylish option.

One reviewer writes: “Love this T-shirt, soft, comfortable, and casually fits with anything.”

American Giant’s tees are made with soft but durable cotton and finished with a ribbed V-neck, ensuring that they’ll retain their shape after repeated washing. They have a “Goldilocks” fit, so you’ll always wear the just-right size.

One reviewer writes: “Perfect middle-weight undershirt or warm weather tee. Great material and construction.”

Bombas is a comfort-focused brand, and its super-soft V-necks do not disappoint. These three stylish tees are perfect for layering under things or wearing alone—and the range of colors ensures you can get away with wearing all of them in rotation. (You’ll still need to wash them eventually, though!)

One reviewer writes: “I have upwards of 15 of these amazing Bombas cotton V-neck tees. They’ll always be a staple in my closet. They wash and wear beautifully, have a nice fit, and they’re super soft. Such a classic tee—the best on the market. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!”

Everlane is a sustainable brand that prides itself on creating garments that last for years—even decades. Its “modern basics” are straightforward and reasonably priced, so you always know you’ll be getting the most bang for your buck with these tees.

One reviewer writes: “Well made product. Nice fit. Quality materials. Bought a few more after receiving.”

What are the best brands for V-neck shirts?

We’ve tried, tested, and loved each of the 17 brands above—they’re the ones we wear on the daily in our own lives, and our standards are pretty high. But if you want the down-low on the brands we’re going to return to time and time again for infallibly good V-necks, we’ll get real with you.

For something simple, affordable, and endlessly soft, we’ve got to hand it to Hanes. The brand just excels in making perfect tees—what can we say?

If you want an athletic-type shirt, Lululemon has one of the most versatile performance picks on the market. And for something a bit more elevated, turn to Sunspel; I cannot overemphasize how damn soft its tees are.

How did you choose these V-necks?

As I said, our standards are high. Here on the fashion and e-comm teams, we find ourselves testing and wearing a lot of different things, and we’re sure to make note of the ones that perform best. So all of these brands have first lived up to our editors’ standards, and then the entire Internet’s, too. Each of these choices has enough positive user reviews to deem them good enough in our eyes, because we’re only going to recommend the best of the best.