Basic Tops for Women – The 5 Essentials

Short answer: Five basic tops cover almost any wardrobe: a black and a white T-shirt, a strappy top, a long-sleeved top and a thin undershirt. If you choose them in bamboo viscose, you get tops that hang well, breathe and keep their shape wash after wash.

The 5 tops your wardrobe is built on

1) A black T-shirt that works with everything. 2) A white T-shirt for a light, fresh look. 3) A strappy top for layering and summer. 4) A long-sleeved top for autumn and winter. 5) A thin undershirt that saves the cold days. Find the first four under bamboo T-shirts for women, bamboo tops for women and long-sleeved bamboo T-shirts for women and the last one under bamboo undershirts for women.

Why basic tops in bamboo?

Basic tops are worn and washed more often than anything else in your wardrobe, so the material matters more here than anywhere else. Bamboo viscose is soft, drapes heavily and smoothly, regulates temperature and pills less than cotton. That means the five tops keep looking good, even though they are in use every week.

Making your basic tops last

Wash at 30 degrees, avoid the tumble dryer, and hang the tops up to dry. Buy a few good tops rather than lots of cheap ones that have to be replaced every season. You will find the whole care routine in the guide to washing and caring for bamboo clothing.

Frequently asked questions

Which basic tops should every woman own?

A black and a white T-shirt, a strappy top, a long-sleeved top and a thin undershirt. Those five cover everyday life, work and layering.

Why choose basic tops in bamboo rather than cotton?

Bamboo viscose hangs better, breathes better and pills less. Since basic tops are washed often, the longer life is a real saving.

How many basic tops do you need?

Most people manage fine with five to eight good tops. Quality beats quantity, because good tops keep their shape and colour for years.