The Shoes and Bag That Make Boring T-Shirt Dresses Elegant

Let’s be honest: T-shirt dresses aren’t exactly the most exciting item. With a shape borrowed from the most basic item in our wardrobes, the T-shirt dress isn’t known for its wow factor. But what it lacks in drama it more than makes up for in versatility. A true blank canvas, the T-shirt dress is one of the most adaptable, not to mention, comfortable, pieces in my capsule wardrobe—and when styled right, it can look surprisingly polished. Take Rosie Huntington-Whiteley‘s latest look.

While reaching for trainers is my default option, recently I spotted Rosie Huntington-Whiteley opting for a very chic T-shirt dress formula that I’ve come to rely on ever since. Weaving white sandals and a suede bag into her look, I don’t think I’d ever seen a T-shirt dress look so elegant.

Wearing a floor-sweeping T-shirt dress with a pretty bouclé texture, Huntington-Whiteley’s outfit started out simple, but her accessory choices quickly elevated it. White sandals gave it instant glossy appeal, while her slouchy suede bag, in a washed shade of khaki, ensuring it looks high end at every turn. The softened structure and textured finish add depth to her ensemble. It felt effortless, but elevated—as the model’s best outfits always do.