The internet is filled with roundups of the best white T-shirts, and I love that for us, but that's not the only T-shirt color in the sea. I wear a T-shirt multiple times a week, and only sometimes is it a white one. There are an overwhelming number of T-shirt colors available to choose from in this world, but I can confidently say that the six hues that I've highlighted below are the most useful and timeless. (And yes, one of the colors is white.) I humbly consider myself to be a T-shirt expert, so what else is there to do than share the best tees in the most essential colors with you?

Below, you'll find what I consider to be the top five T-shirts in the most important colors to own. For the sake of consistency, I kept it to all short-sleeve tees. Aside from that, you'll find a variety of price points and options from both mainstream and more under-the-radar brands. Scroll on to add your next tee to cart.

Black

AGOLDE Adine Shunken Tee in Black

Fun fact: I own this perfect tee in three colors.

Reformation Gianna Tee in Black

There's a reason why this flattering cap-sleeve tee has sold out multiple times.

Nordstrom Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt in Black

Perfectly polished.

Eterne Short Sleeve Boyfriend Tee in Black

I like this airy tee so much that I own two of them.

Cou Cou Intimates The Baby Tee in Black Pointelle

The pointelle fabric adds a sweetness to this Cou Cou Intimates option.

Gray

perfectwhitetee Harley Cotton Boxy Crew Tee in Heather Grey

I've worn this so many times this summer, I might need to buy a second one.

rag & bone Kelly Perfect T-Shirt in Heather Grey

The ribbed trim makes it look polished.

Madewell The Relaxed Tee in Vintage Jersey in Hthr Grey

Sold Out NYC The Iconically Soft Perfect Tee in Heather Grey

Slightly oversized, but without being sloppy.

AGOLDE Adine Tee in Grey Heather

This 100% lyocell tee even looks ridiculously soft.

White

Leset The Margo in White

This highly coveted tee deserves all the hype it routinely gets.

Reformation Lindie Tee in White

This V-neck baby tee feels especially forward.

Everlane The Box-Cut Tee in Essential Cotton in White

The fact that I've been wearing this one for years says a lot.

Saint Sirène The Girlfriend Tee in White

Our editors are enamored with this buzzy new brand's tees.

perfectwhitetee Springsteen Supima Cotton Baby Tee in White

This baby tee has more of a boxy cut, which makes it more versatile in my opinion.

Red

FLORE FLORE Car Baby Tee Ribbed Organic Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt

The prettiest cherry red and the best fitted cut.

Still Here New York The Shirt in Red

I wouldn't mind owning this in any color, but the red is pretty great.

ZARA Interlock Short Sleeve T-Shirt in Bright Red

This medium-weight tee is perfect for fall.

Sézane Conrad T-Shirt in Bright Red

It's as classic and chic as T-shirts get.

MANGO 100% Cotton Round Neck T-Shirt - Women | Mango Usa

This looks far more expensive than it is.

Blue

COS Clean Cut T-Shirt in Cobalt Blue

J.Crew Boyfriend Jersey Classic-Fit T-Shirt in Mazie Blue

This is the kind of T-shirt color that'll get you compliments from strangers.

ZARA Rustic Cotton T-Shirt in Navy Blue

High quality, low price point.

Madewell Perfect Crewneck T-Shirt in Deep Indigo

Perfect fit, perfect rich navy hue.

Alex Mill Prospect Tee In Cotton Jersey in Washed Cobalt

It's only a matter of time before this low-key cobalt tee sells out.

Chocolate Brown

Aritzia Interlock Cotton Function T-Shirt in Rich Mocha Brown

The number of colors this wallet-friendly Aritzia style comes in is mind-blowing, but I'm partial to the mocha one.

Madewell The '90s Cropped Tee in Compact Cotton in Dark Chicory

This soft, slightly cropped tee is an outfit-maker.

LESET Laura Margo Tee in Chocolate

This lightweight option has such a nice drape.

Citizens of Humanity Kai Baby Tee in Chocolate

This will never go out of style.

Gap 100% Cotton Authentic Shrunken T-Shirt in Cool Brown

You can always count on Gap to have great tees.