How to Tie a T-shirt​ in 5 Completely Creative Ways

If you’re looking for fresh ways to rock a basic white long sleeve t-shirt, you’re in the right place! Here are five playful and stylish ways to wear your t-shirt "wrong" and turn it into a chic, standout piece.

1. The halterneck top

Flip the T-shirt upside down

Start with a white long-sleeved t-shirt that has a wide neckline. Flip it upside down so the bottom becomes the top.

Tie the ends around your neck

Take the two ends of the shirt (which were previously the bottom) and tie them behind your neck to create a halterneck style.

3. Tuck the top under your bra or crop top

The original top part of the t-shirt (now at the bottom) should be tucked under your bra or crop top for a flattering fit.

4. Tie the sleeves into a bow

Take the sleeves and tie them into a cute bow behind your back. 

Voila! You now have a fun, flirty halterneck top that’s perfect for a casual day out.

2. The asymmetrical tie

Position the t-shirt with the front facing you

Grab the same long sleeve white t-shirt and position it front-facing, so the neckline is at the top.

2. Place the sleeves asymmetrically

Place one sleeve over your shoulder and the other under your opposite armpit.

Tie the under-the-armpit sleeve

Tie the sleeve that’s under your armpit with the side of the shirt on the opposite side of your body.

Tie the other sleeve across your neck

Bring the sleeve that was draped over your shoulder across the back of your neck, and tie the end of it.

This will create a beautiful, asymmetrical look with a unique, pointed triangle shape on one side.

3. The boob tube with diagonal tie

Transform the T-shirt into a boob tube

Stretch the neckline and pull the long sleeve t-shirt over your chest, wearing it as a strapless top (boob tube style).

Put the sleeve behind your shoulder

Take one sleeve and drape it behind your shoulder.

Tie the sleeves together diagonally

Tie the sleeve that's over your shoulder with the other sleeve to create a diagonal tie across your body.

For a playful touch, tie the ends into a bow.

Or you could leave them hanging loosely for a laid-back vibe.

4. Boob tube with sleeves tied under the bust

Tie the sleeves under your bust

Begin by stretching the neckline and wearing the t-shirt as a strapless top. Tie both sleeves together underneath your bust.

This creates a sleek and stylish look.

5. Strappy top with a back tie

Bring the sleeves behind your back

Once again, wear your white long-sleeved t-shirt as a strapless top by stretching the neckline. Take both sleeves and bring them behind your back and over your shoulders.

Tie the sleeves under your armpits

Pull the sleeves under your armpits and tie them together at the back.

This creates a cute strappy look with a tie detail at the back, giving you an effortlessly chic style.

How to tie a t-shirt​

There you have it—five simple and creative ways to transform your basic white long-sleeved t-shirt into something completely unique and stylish.

Try these out next time you want to give your t-shirt a fresh twist! Let us know your favorite in the comments.