Like it or not, the midriff is officially the accessory of the season with crop tops coming in hot. We've got babydoll camis that generally come cropped. We've got '90s-inspired halter necks in acid-bright patterns. We've got silky scarf 'tops'. And lastly, we've got the baby tee.
Fuelled by our obsession with nostalgia, it seems our passion for tiny tees has been building for decades. These slightly cropped tees lean perfectly into the '00s aesthetic that appears time and time again across TikTok and Instagram. Not to mention alongside other Y2K trends as seen in recent years like the huge influx of new butterfly heels and ultra mini skirts. It seems nostalgia is here to stay, after all.
Often, a slightly witty (or scathing) slogan is worn proudly, a nod back to Britney Spears' infamous 'dump him' tee or Paris Hilton's endless graphic t-shirts worn across the early 2000s. Now, we see it amongst the A-listers such as Bella Hadid, Hailey Bieber and Sydney Sweeney, who're all paving the way for these baby tees to make their moment. Earlier this year, the Paris Georgia Career Girl t-shirt took the internet by storm, collecting fans including Alexa Chung and Edie Campbell, and proving the staple's seasonless charm.
Loved by Gen Z, including Kaia Gerber, Kendall Jenner and Mia Regan, these itty bitty baby T-shirts are the perfect combo of kitsch and cool. Acclimatising to the idea of having a little more skin on show throughout the warmer months, it seems these tees are following on into autumn and winter, being the perfect simple staple. You only have to look to the effortless baby tee and letaher trousers combo as seen on an off-duty Bella Hadid during Paris Fashion Week to understand it's the new it girl go-to.
So, whether you want to go plain and simple like Bella Hadid's navy baby tee or want to go bold and make a statement with a graphic choice, baby tees are the next must-have for everyday wear. Our casual wardrobes just got an upgrade. Go ahead and browse our pick of the best baby tees available to shop now.
Shop: The Best Baby Tees For Y2K Nostalgia
www.zara.com
As simple as it gets, Zara's baby tees come with minimal slogans and are easy to throw on whenever you need them. A deifnite must-have in the holiday wardrobe.
www.net-a-porter.com
Beloved and worn by A-listers including Emily Ratajkowski and Hailey Bieber, Éterne's baby tee's make for the perfect everyday essential. Pick one (or more) of the 7 shades on offer to pair with everthing from jeans and shorts to maxi skirts.
www.selfridges.com
Cou Cou takes the pick for the cutest choice of baby tee, with this cropped organic cotton t-shirt featuring a sweet pointelle knit texture all over. Perfectly at home in bed as well as the streets, just be sure to pair it with a floaty skirt to lean into the delicate vibes.
www.thereformation.com
Reformation's baby tee collection has 9 different styles to choose from, so you can really round out your summer wardrobe with these. We like this graphic tee with playing cards on the front and a cheeky cowgirl motif on the back which is just as much chic as it is trendy.
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www.nobodyschild.com
Cropped and striped, Nobody's Child aces the cool everyday look with this baby T-shirt. Ideal styling includes wide leg jeans and chunky Adidas trainers.
Remember Rachel Green from Friends and the character's most infamous 'save the drama for your mama' tee? Well, now you can snap it up for yourself. This will really celebrate the noughties nostalgia.
www.anthropologie.com
Slip into this cherry red tee with an embroidered sailboat for a summer on sunny shores abroad. Boat shoes and navy trousers will make for excellent nautical-themed companions.
www.freepeople.com
Looking for a sassy addition to your summer wardrobe? Lisa Says Gah has you covered with this cropped white T-shirt featuring a fun orange motif print at the bust. It'lls look great with jorts and ballet flats.
www.reiss.com
Looking to channel easy nonchalance and signal your love for Formula 1? Reiss' bright orange baby tee features a small McLaren team logo on the chest as well as short raglan sleeves for a sporty touch.
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This matcha green baby tee will be your favourite fun basic to wear with jeans and linen trousers alike all summer long.
www.ganni.com
For a spot of dopamine dressing, Ganni's bright yellow baby tee is emblazined with the brand's logo and a baby lopard print. It'll work wonders with some breezy linen trousers and strappy sandals on a balmy summer's day.
www.libertylondon.com
Adidas' classic sporty silhouette undergoes the vibrant Liberty London treatment for this Tonal baby tee covered in dainty blue florals and finished with a linear logo on the chest.
www.harveynichols.com
Frame's striped baby tee is inbued with a clasic LA cool-girl vibe and will pair incredibly well with everything from high rise jeans to trackpants.
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