The second the weather turns even remotely nice in New York, I switch out the majority of my tops with tanks of all colors, materials, shapes, and even rib widths (I prefer a finer rib personally). Without an ounce of shame, I’ll admit that I’m obsessed with the effortless shirt silhouette, mostly because of the the styling opportunities it brings and the many variations it comes in. One such variation that, in the past, has fallen to the wayside in comparison to racerback, scoop-neck, and spaghetti-strap styles, is the muscle tank. But in 2023, that’s exactly the one I’m investing the majority of my annual tank-top budget in.
With a higher neckline and thicker straps, muscle tanks are inherently more modest and refined than your average tank top, making them the perfect basic for anyone hoping to get in on the quiet-luxury, stealth wealth trend that centers around a hushed, laissez-faire sense of opulence and elegance. Unlike a regular tank top, a muscle tank can be tucked into trousers or a pencil skirt and worn to the office, all the while also being a great choice for weekend boating trips, Saturday afternoon lunches, and August holidays. It’s the definition of chic. And to prove it to you, I went ahead and rounded up some of the most alluring styles on the market right now. Scroll on to see and shop every last one.
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