High school was when I discovered the brilliance of “All American” style. The alluring quality behind a pair of Levi’s, a white t-shirt, and an old pair of boots. It’s the innocence and familiarity behind the style that draws people in. We know that girl, we’re comfortable around her. This style used to be much harder to achieve than you might think. It took at least six months to get a pair of new boots to look aged. Levi’s had to be washed over and over again to get that perfectly “worn” look. Now, all that aging is done for you. The catch - it doesn’t come cheap! A pair ofGolden Goose boots will run you over $1000.00. I mean, hats off to designers for realizing they could make a ton of money for producing old boots. As much as I love the look of these boots, I’m not sure I’m willing to fork over that kind of money for a pair of s**t kickers. How much would pay for a pair of perfectly worn boots?

Boots in this observation:

Viridis luxe bateau neck jersey top @ Nordstrom

Clu pleated bubble top @ Shopbop

Halogen perfect crewneck tee @ Nordstrom

Golden Goose tee @ Kate Boutique

What’s better than a white t-shirt? It’s an essential piece that’s in every girl’s wardrobe. How many different styles of this staple do you have? We think you should have at least four to complete the white tee picture. First, you’ll need one that works with skinny, or fitted jeans. This one should be longer and should have more volume to balance out the bottom half. The second one you should have is a fitted tee. This cut will work with your summer skirts, and easy fit pants or shorts. Make sure it isn’t too tight, it shouldn’t look like a sausage casing. A lot of women think tighter is better, because it’s sexy and shows off their figure. That’s not always the case. Keep in mind, if it’s too tight, it will only make you look heavier than you actually are. Then there’s always the dressier white tee. This one is made from finer material, and has added detailing.  A sweetheart neckline, or puffed sleeves is a more involved t-shirt and is easy to dress up. So, you can wear it with jewels, dark denim, and pumps. That’s a fabulous dinner outfit. Lastly, there’s the basic crew neck casual tee. This tee is like home, it’s a basic that always feels comfortable. Who knew so much thought went into a white t-shirt? If you have a favorite tee, let us know who makes it. We’re always looking to add to our collection.