Oversized graphic tees are trending, and, luckily for you, this is actually my area of expertise. For day one of London Fashion Week, I wore an oversized tee (basically a dress) from independent Spanish label Reparto Studio. The people loved it – I was papped, which doesn't happen to me too often, so I know it was a good look.
Sometimes, the best action is off the catwalks.
So, let me impart upon you my words of wisdom, along with some inspo from other fashion month go-ers! Since the oversized t-shirt, usually complete with an ironic slogan, is such a statement in itself, it may seem daunting to style. But I'm here to tell you it's really not that hard. The beauty of the t-shirt – especially a white t-shirt or black one – is that it goes with anything. You just have to commit.
Take a look below to see what I mean.
Supersize your accessories
When wearing oversized graphic tees, your instinct might be to go small with everything else. And while that works, it's more fun to go big with your accessories! I styled my Reparto Studio top with a pillowy hat/bag by Ziyad Buainain and puffy bag by JW Anderson, as well as a tiered skirt from By Cookie H. and chunky New Rock mary janes from Schuh.
Statement trousers
Again, you might be tempted to pair the tee with some skinny jeans – and that would go perfectly. But if you want something a bit more fun or unexpected, opt for statement trousers. A loud print, such as an animal print like leopard, will do the trick.
Shorts and boots
This one's probably one for the warmer months, but a big tee will look great with some denim shorts. It's very indie sleaze band groupie, which has been having a moment recently. Some sheer or fishnet tights will complete the look, and boots will add some excitement to the silhouette.
Wide jeans
As mentioned above, statement trousers are an unexpectedly great partner for an oversized tee. So why not opt for some wide-leg jeans? You might have some in your wardrobe already, since they've been on-trend for a couple years now. But if not, we've got you covered.
READ MORE: How to style wide-leg jeans like the fashion set.
Legs out!
Finally, this inspo doesn't actually come from recent fashion weeks. It comes all the way from the 2010s. If your tee is oversized enough, it might as well just double as a dress. Hailey Bieber (then Baldwin!) opted for some black fishnets in 2017, while model Mailaka Firth went for bare legs and ankle boots in 2014. Considering our current obsession with dumb tech at the moment, the wired headphones feel very… now.
