I tried on T-shirts at Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy. My favorite option was flattering and affordable.

• Although the Banana Republic option seemed well-made, I didn’t think it was worth the $50 price tag.
• I really loved the shirt from Old Navy, which was more affordable and fit me nicely.

I started at Gap, a store I hadn’t been to in a while.

I don’t typically reach for polyester-cotton blends because I find them less comfortable than other options, but this one pleasantly surprised me.

Like many of the shirts I saw in-store, it was marked down to $12, which I thought was a great value.

Overall, the option from Old Navy was my favorite.

Although I loved the material used for the Gap shirt, I didn’t think the neckline was versatile enough to wear year-round. However, I’d definitely consider buying a similar option with a more basic style.

As for the shirt from Banana Republic, the quality was great, but I couldn’t justify paying the full $50 for it.

Moving forward, Old Navy will definitely top my list of stores I check out when I need to find the perfect T-shirt. Plus, I really appreciated the store’s wide range of styles and colors at an affordable price point.