As a “fashion blogger” (using the term loosely) I share mostly casual wear and knotted tees are my jam!  I get so many messages asking how I knot my t-shirts so I’m finally sharing a photo tutorial below:

How To Knot A T-Shirt

Knotting a t-shirt or tank gives it a more fitted look which can be flattering and change the look of your everyday staple tee.  I love a slouchy tee or tank that hangs a bit off the shoulder and lets a bralette peek out.   Tying a knot in your t-shirt can give the impression your outfit is a bit “more” than just a throw-on-and-go look.

Half the battle is finding the right tee or tank.   I generally like to find a longer top (a swing fit like this is ideal), or I’ll size up one size above my usual in a standard fit tee.   This gives the top enough slack so you can tie the knot without it becoming a crop top.

SHOP THE OUTFIT:

Here are some tops from my own closet that I like to knot:

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STEP BY STEP: How To Knot A T-Shirt

1. Make a circle with your thumb and ring finger and pull the bottom of your tee through the hole to make the top as fitted as you prefer.   I generally like to knot my t-shirts on the side – so position your pull where you want the knot to end up.
2. Twist the material you pulled through the circle you made with your thumb and index finger.
3. Wrap the twisted material around your index and middle fingers.
4. Pull through to form a knot.
5. DONE – was that too easy?!

I got some questions as to whether this ruins your t-shirt.  I throw everything in the washing machine and dryer and my tops have all shrunk back down into shape just fine.   None of the tops I am recommending break the bank.    So if they stretch out after a season or two they’ve run their natural course anyway.   Most of my tees and tanks are white and become dingy after a few months of regular wear (over my spray tans).

Did you find this post helpful?   If there are other tutorials you’d like to see please drop a comment below!!

To see the most current ways I’m styling my favorite white tank for knotting hop on over to Instagram where I’m still sharing it on a regular basis.