I have to admit to having jumped on the oversize bandwagon with enthusiasm; who wouldn’t? They hide a multitude of sins, are relatively cool in Singapore’s sticky heat and if you get the tees big enough they can do double duty as cute dresses too (as long as you’re wearing safety shorts of course).
Oversize tees and tunics to try. Check out the gallery below for details
WHAT IS THE OVERSIZE TREND?
So, what is the oversize trend? It basically started when Instagram became saturated with streetstyle girls and K-Pop stars wearing hot trend pieces like Givenchy menswear’s bulldog tee over very short-shorts, tights and jeans. It moved from there onto the runways and collections so that now you can find an oversize printed or logo tee being done by just about every high end and highstreet label.
TEE OR TUNIC?
When the tees got a bit boring – or too young, after all we’re not all 18-year-old style bloggers right? – some labels started producing tunics instead. What’s the difference? A tunic is basically a slightly shorter than normal dress so it can have a collar or embellishments, bat-wing sleeves or be made from a stiffer fabric like woven cottons or silks. If you’re not a fan of the thinner jersey that t-shirts are usually made of, then a tunic is probably your best option when trying this trend.
HOW TO WEAR AN OVERSIZE TOP?
If you check out the images we’ve got here you’ll notice one thing; all of the pieces are being shown over leggings or skinny jeans. This, indeed, is the trick to wearing anything oversize. If your top half has a lot of fabric then you need to keep the bottom more streamlined in order to show some contrast.
While these items are being shown with leggings, you can also wear oversize tees and tunics with narrow pencil skirts (that end lower than your top) or even a skinny pair of capri pants or city shorts (shorts that come to the knee). And of course, if you have a 19-year-old K-Pop star’s legs then please go with a pair of hot pants or short denim cut-offs (I’m just jealous!).
And please remember … these items are actually shorter than you think; they are also wide and therefore more likely to swing around while you’re moving and ride up when you sit; that’s why you need something underneath them. These are not dresses; the cuts don’t allow for sitting or movement so please, please, please wear something underneath them; something that you’d be happy for your mum to see though, not a pair of
boy-short undies.
SHOP THE TREND
In the gallery below are some of our picks of the best oversize tees and tunics that you can easily add to your wardrobe to start rocking the trend. These pieces are all available on SheShops.com but you can also check out the super cool cult pieces from new Singapore label Not Cool Enough and other emerging labels like Ivory Jar from the UK and hot Korean brand Human Potential; all three are available at Sects Shop, Level 4 in Orchard Gateway.
Superspace, also in Orchard Gateway on Level 2, also have some great options when it comes to oversize tees including the die-die must-buy cult brands KTZ, Andrea Crews, Daniel Palillo (a brand beloved by K-Pop star Dara from 2NE1!) and more.
And you should check out the pieces from cult Korean blogshop fashion brand Stylenanda that is now available from i.t.’s new store on the ground floor of Orchard Gateway (there are a lot of cool places to shop there actually: 5 cool new shops to check out at Orchard Gateway).
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Oversize tees and tunics we love
OVERSIZE Geometrics Tunic
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This Geometrics tunic from Bless’ed Are The Meek, $255, is the perfect introduction to the oversize trend; the ‘mullet’ hem at the back makes this piece feel more like a dress and the black and white colourway makes it an easy addition to any wardrobe. You can even add a brightly coloured pair of leggings if you’re feeling really adventurous. Go to shop.sheshops.com/geometrics-tunic.
OVERSIZE History Tunic
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This embellished Bless’ed Are The Meek History Tunic, $280, is perfect for rocking the trend on a night out; we love the bit of sheer fabric on the decolletage that adds a touch of sexy to the look; you could even wear with a pair of leather skinny jeans or leggings with sheer inserts to match! And don’t forget to add a bit of bling with some high, strappy sandals. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/history-tunic.
OVERSIZE Heritage Top
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We love the mix of cute and street from Korean label Fleamadonna and this Heritage Top, $180 (it’s on sale!) fits right into the mix with its boxy shape and stitched on badges and slogans. Wear with cute city shorts for a casual weekend (especially if you’re planning a big lunch!). To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/heritage-top.
OVERSIZE Guru Boyfriend Tee
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Yep, this Karen Walker Long Guru Boyfriend Tee, $215, is supposed to look like you stole it from your boyfriend. It will look super cute with denim cut-offs on the weekend or throw it over a pair of skinny jeans for the office. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/long-guru-b-f-tee.
OVERSIZE Blooming Boyfriend Tee
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This Karen Walker Blooming Boyfriend Tee, $80 (on sale!), doesn’t look oversize so much but it’s the boxy shape that pushes it into the trend; get it in a larger size if you want to wear it with leggings, or go for a skinny pencil skirt or short mini if you stick with a smaller size. We love the versatility of the black and white print too; it will go with everything. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/blooming-bf-tee.
OVERSIZE Chaplin Egg Shirt
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Lee Mathews Chaplin Egg Shirt, $79 (wow, on sale and so cheap!), is a classic tunic shape that will look super over just about anything; you can also wear it with a lovely long chiffon skirt or white leggings for a very summery Indian feeling. Add some bright accessories and a narrow pencil skirt to get a great look for the office. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/chaplin-egg-shirt.
OVERSIZE Flux Tunic
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This Injury Flux Tunic, $200 (on sale too!) with its mesh over-layer is very much part of the Korean fashion trend of over-skirts and over-dresses; we love the ombre red and black colourway too. Now, if you have really, really great legs you could probably wear this one as a dress if you were careful sitting down … if not, go with black leggings to get the most out of the trend. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/flux-tunic-with-mesh-layer.
OVERSIZE Karlos Metallic Gold Knit Vest
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If you have amazing arms like Mrs Obama then you need to rock this awesome Karlos Metallic Gold Knit Vest from Twisted Sisters, $110 (it’s on sale!). The mix of muted gold and knit plus the lack of sleeve really makes this piece stand out; it’s so wearable … add skinny leather pants for night, wear with jeans on the weekend, or some sexy city shorts during the day. Oh, the armholes are quite deep on this piece so you’ll need to wear a tube or tank underneath it. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/karlos-metallic-gold-knit-vest.
OVERSIZE Nomadic Tunic
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We love the sheer hugeness of this Bless’ed Are The Meek Nomadic Tunic, $125 (it’s on sale!) and the batwing sleeves plus sheer inserts make it super cool to wear in the sticky Singapore weather. You can even belt it for a different look. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/nomadic-tunic.
OVERSIZE Pop Tee
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The oversized poppy-print Pop Tee from Daydream Nation, $175, is a great addition to any wardrobe; wear over leggings or short shorts for a casual look; add a skinny jean or pencil skirt and sky-high heels for a fun evening look. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/pop-tee.
OVERSIZE Tia Tee
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The super faded, distressed look of this Sono Io Tia Tee, $85, is perfect to go with your oldest, skinniest pair of jeans or leather pants. The worn in look is very rock ‘n’ roll, perfect for heading out to a gig. To shop, go to shop.sheshops.com/tia.
