You often wonder whether the undershirt can be seen under the dress shirt. Opinions are divided, but in the end, we have to follow the dress code. So, is it OK if the undershirt is visible through the dress shirt?
The undershirt must not be visible through the dress shirt. When choosing an undershirt, you must make sure you choose the right color, neck shape, and size. Otherwise, your undershirt will be visible under the dress shirt, which can ruin your look.
In this article, I’ll show you how the wrong choice of undershirt can ruin your look and how to choose the fitting undershirt for you.
A visible undershirt under the dress shirt can ruin your look
The undershirt can be seen in several places under the dress shirt. The neckline, the sleeves, or the color of the undershirt may be visible.
You can fix that by choosing the right color of the undershirt.
Choose the right color for your undershirt
The best color for your undershirt is the color of your skin. Most people wear a white undershirt under a white dress shirt, which is not such a good choice because the shade between our skin and the white color is too big, creating shadows that make the edges of the shirt more visible.
A grey undershirt is a better choice of color than white because it makes the shadows less visible. If you wear a black dress shirt, you can also wear a black undershirt underneath. In all cases, however, it is best to choose an undershirt with your skin color. I suggest you read more detailed articles on which color is best for the undershirt.
You can find your skin-colored undershirt on Amazon. This link will take you to the undershirt I recommend.
By clicking on the link, you can see that the undershirt has short sleeves and a very deep v-neckline. I’ll tell you more about the best shape for the undershirt below.
If you have white undershirts at home, don’t throw them away. They can still be worn under a t-shirt or polo shirt, which are thicker than dress shirts so that the white undershirt won’t show underneath. But you should buy a skin-color undershirt to wear under a dress shirt.
Should I wear a V-neck or a crew-neck undershirt?
Which shape of neckline you should wear depends on your style. A crew neck undershirt is suitable for a look where all the buttons are buttoned, and you wear a tie. If you are wearing a polo shirt or a dress shirt with buttons unbuttoned, you should choose a V-neck undershirt.
Crew necks are unsuitable for wearing a dress shirt with the buttons unbuttoned, as this makes the undershirt visible, which is not a fatal mistake but spoils your elegant look.
That’s why V-necks are created to hide the undershirt when you wear a polo or a dress shirt with unbuttoned buttons.
When you wear a tie and have all the buttons buttoned, you can wear a crew neck because the undershirt will not be visible. Or you can wear a V-neck undershirt so that you don’t have to buy several undershirts with various neckline shapes.
What type of shirt should I wear under a dress shirt?
You should wear a short sleeve undershirt with a V-neck under a dress shirt. There are several types of undershirts. Undershirts can have long or short sleeves, or they can be sleeveless, known as tank tops. More about tank top undershirts can be read in this article.
Underneath the dress shirt, I recommend a short-sleeved undershirt because it fits the body perfectly, the sleeves are less noticeable, and it has padded underarm protection. This is very important because it protects the dress shirt from pit stains and yellow stains. If you have problems with sweat stains and don’t know how to get rid of them, I recommend you read this post.
The size of your undershirt is important
An undershirt that is too bis is easier to see under a dress shirt. That’s because choosing the right size of undershirt is crucial, especially when it comes to choosing an undershirt. It must fit well so that it doesn’t spoil your look and you can move freely in it.
If you wear an undershirt that is too big, it can show through your dress shirt because the sleeves are too wide, and the undershirt starts to wrinkle.
If the undershirt is too short, it can slip out of the trousers and show under the dress shirt. An undershirt that is too small can also be very tight and uncomfortable because you cannot move freely in it.
Choose a size of an undershirt the same as the size of the T-shirt you are wearing, but don’t be surprised if the undershirt will be a little tight. Undershirts will make you look thinner and will protect your body so you don’t get hot in warm weather.
The undershirt should be tight enough to squeeze your body and allow you to move normally. A good quality undershirt shapes your body so that you look better in a dress shirt.
When buying a staple T-shirt, you should also consider the length. An undershirt that is too short can slip out of your trousers, so the length should reach the middle of your buttocks.
How do I stop my undershirt from showing?
To stop the undershirt from showing, choose an undershirt in the color of your skin, with a deep V-neckline, short sleeves, and a length to the middle of the buttocks. A skin-colored undershirt prevents the undershirt from showing under the dress shirt. The V-neckline and butt-length prevent the undershirt from peeking out from the dress shirt.