White fits anti-fashion to a T.(Life-Style)

Byline: VANESSA DE LA TORRE Washington Post

When there is nothing else to wear, and nothing to prove, the white tee emerges - fashion as anti-fashion. Without logos, stripes or cartoon characters, it is remarkable for its complete blankness. It can be bought at Sears, or even at gas stations. Five for $20. Available in every season and size - preferably XXXXL.

For all its plainness, the white T-shirt refuses to be ignored. A few years ago the street fad was Gucci, very gaudy. Then it was $300 retro sports jerseys that snuffed out life savings. Now, frugality: In a trend cheered on last summer by Dem Franchize Boyz' crunk ode "White Tees," the world is now seemingly filled with boys and men in the gigantic shrouds, billowing over baggy jeans and …

White fits anti-fashion to a T.(Life-Style)

Byline: VANESSA DE LA TORRE Washington Post

When there is nothing else to wear, and nothing to prove, the white tee emerges - fashion as anti-fashion. Without logos, stripes or cartoon characters, it is remarkable for its complete blankness. It can be bought at Sears, or even at gas stations. Five for $20. Available in every season and size - preferably XXXXL.

For all its plainness, the white T-shirt refuses to be ignored. A few years ago the street fad was Gucci, very gaudy. Then it was $300 retro sports jerseys that snuffed out life savings. Now, frugality: In a trend cheered on last summer by Dem Franchize Boyz' crunk ode "White Tees," the world is now seemingly filled with boys and men in the gigantic shrouds, billowing over baggy jeans and …