By
Arielle Avila,
a writer at the Strategist covering wardrobe basics and personal care.
She joined the Strategist in 2020 as a junior writer. Previously, she wrote about style at Texas Monthly.
It’s that time of the year to stock up on warm-weather staples. I wear tank tops about four days a week in the summer, so I personally like to buy them in bulk while they’re on sale. One I’ve gone back to again and again is this Aerie No BS tank, which happens to be discounted right now and just $12. It’s stretchy but retains its shape, it can be worn with or without a bra, it’s flattering, and it stays put. To that last point, I’ve worn it layered under button-ups and tucked into pants, shorts, and skirts without it ever bunching up. To my surprise, the unassuming tank from mall-brand store Aerie beat out every other tank I tested, and it’s been our best overall in the category for a couple of years now. I suggest you don’t dillydally while it’s this discounted. And, for even more mall-brand gems, be sure to check out our Mall Month coverage, where we revisited classic mall stores, unearthed some of the best picks, and more.
