How to Fit and Style a Tank

You can style a tank right through the year. This makes it one of the most valuable and versatile basics in your closet. 

For much of the time you will use this as a foundation piece and use extra layers to build an outfit but, if it fits well and looks attractive, a tank is a very useful stand alone garment. 

So be selective, choose a good fit around the neck and arms and you can enjoy wearing it now and continue to work it right through the seasons. It will become a core item in your capsule wardrobe. 

Don't reveal the bits that bother you...

A tank doesn't have to be revealing, choose a style to flatter your body shape. 

• Curvy lady? avoid clingy fabric, aim to skim rather than cling

• Broad shoulders? a wider shoulder strap will minimize shoulder width.

• Ensure the armhole fits so as not to expose any fatty area. 

• Wider cap sleeve effect will balance hips and produce slimming effect.  

• Narrow shoulder straps are casual and can expose bra straps, not elegant!

• Check that your bra doesn't show beneath your arm. 

How to Style a Tank all year round...

For maximum versatility choose one light and one dark colored tank

I've styled up the Covered Perfectly Tank in white/ivory to show that it works for casual or more formal year round. For maximum versatility choose one light and one dark colored tank. 

For Spring and Summer

• In the Spring - Ivory tank worn with a light jacket and smart black skirt for the office. Change to lighter weight taupe pants for a lunch or dinner date.

• Summer - A major part of your vacation wardrobe, wear your tank with everything from shorts to a floaty maxi skirt.
  

For Autumn and Winter

• In the Autumn - Warm it up with a cashmere knit over jeans with hat boots and a warm scarf to transition into Autumn.

• In the Winter - Add as an extra layer for modesty or additional warmth under a blouse or sweater with warm skirt or culottes. Winter coat, long boots and animal print scarf complete the look.