Bamboo tanks every wardrobe drawer can use

Short answer: The best tank to keep in the drawer is a simple, soft style in a colour you use all the time, with a fit that works both for layering and on its own. Bamboo tanks in viscose from bamboo are easy to combine, and they take up almost no space in the drawer or the bag.

Why the tank top is a basic

A tank top is one of the pieces you use most, because it goes under almost anything and can be worn alone when it is warm. It needs no styling and is easy to wash. That is why it makes sense to own several in the same cut.

Bamboo tanks as a base under other clothes

Bamboo tanks lie close and soft against the skin and smooth the transition to shirts, knitwear and blouses. They have no sleeves to bunch up, and they are thin enough to lie flat under clothes. See the range among our bamboo tops for women.

Which colours belong in the drawer

Start with a colour close to your skin tone that disappears under light clothes, and a black or dark one that suits under dark jumpers. Add white if you often wear the top alone. Three to four colours cover most needs without filling the wardrobe.

Neckline and straps you use most

If most of your clothes have a wide neckline, choose a top with a low neckline. With shirts and close knitwear a higher neckline works better. Broad straps are the easiest to hide and often stay in place better than narrow ones. Think about what you wear over it before you choose.

Size and fit that works again and again

A tank top should fit close without pressing and be long enough to stay under your trousers. Measure around the bust and compare with the size guide. If you are between two sizes, choose the one you can move in without pulling the top up over your stomach.

Rotate so the tops last longer

If you wear the same top every day it wears out faster. Rotate between three or four so each has time to dry and rest. Wash gently as the label says and dry flat or on a hanger. Then they keep their shape and softness through many washes.

Storage in the drawer

Fold the tops flat and stack them by colour so you can quickly find the right one. Avoid stuffing them into an overfull drawer, as that creates creases and squeezes the air out of the clothes. Give them room, and put a dry, clean top on the top of the pile.

The rest of the first layer

Once the tops are sorted, you can add soft bamboo underwear for women and thin socks for women in the same fabric. Then you have a first layer that feels the same from morning to evening, and you do not have to adjust anything through the day.

Frequently asked questions

How many tank tops should you own?

Three to four is a good starting point, so you can rotate between them. Choose colours that suit your clothes so there is always one ready.

Can a tank top be worn alone as a top?

Yes, especially on warm days and at home. Choose a style with broader straps and a calm neckline if you want to wear it alone.

How do I wash tank tops?

Wash them gently as the label says and dry them flat or on a hanger. Avoid a hard spin and the tumble dryer so they keep their shape.