In high school, junior year, I was around 17 years oldl, my mom started passing down pieces from her twenties. At the time, most of her pieces felt a little off (yelling at my former self now, considering that exact era is basically the blueprint for current-day fashion), but one clothing item was an immediate yes: the baby tee.

She gave me a striped one that instantly became a go-to of mine. It was simple, but somehow also elevated compared to a basic, solid T-shirt. Nowadays, I find I keep reaching for the same vibes, and the striped baby tee keeps delivering. And the one I’m drawn to the most is just $20 at Uniqlo.

UNIQLO

The Uniqlo Mini Striped T-Shirt captures that throwback feel perfectly. The crew neckline brings a sporty ’90s touch, and the cropped length hits right at the waist—not too long, not too short. Plus, the cotton blend is soft, breathable, and actually comfortable enough for all-day wear.…