When I think about the generic t-shirt, I wonder if it could ever be trendy enough to make an appearance on the ready-to-wear runways. Although shirting of some sort is always included in a designers collection, most designers consider a simple t-shirt too boring to present on the runway. The Jil Sander Spring 2011 collection didn't follow the norm, because the first five looks on the runway were white t-shirts paired with voluminous full length skirts. I loved the way that Raf Simons contrasted the simplicity of the white t-shirts with the boldness of the neon skirts, and I think that the repetition of the generic t-shirt throughout the show was a great way to showcase Springs popular minimalism trend.
Of course, these weren't your typical $5 Bonds t-shirts. For Jil Sander price, you'd expect Jil Sander quality, so I can imagine that the luxury is all in the details: babylocked seams, high-quality fabric, and shaping that would flatter anyone.
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