Let's face it: It's the basics that can make or break an outfit. The wrong socks or undergarments can make for a seriously uncomfortable getup, but the wrong basic tee? That can ruin your whole day.

In the hierarchy of T-shirts, v-neck T-shirts rank pretty low, despite having so many devoted fans. The stigma that surrounds them can be blamed on an unfortunate blip in fashion history when ...

fitted V-neck shirt with a shorter sleeve and a collarbone-framing neckline that isn’t too deep.