The hip, casual look of a V-neck tunic never goes out of style, and it has the added bonus of a slimming affect that we’re all after. The “V” neckline that gives it its name creates an optical illusion that makes the body seem longer and taller than it really is. Plus, a V-neck tunic is comfortable and comes in a million different colors. It can be paired with jeans and a fun scarf right before you run out the door.

A V-neck is not an expensive item, so you can buy them in several different colors and wear whatever hue suits your mood. And a V-neck tunic is perfect for accessorizing. You could wear one every day of the week and never look the same.

For instance, how about a V-neck with a menswear vest and some heavy, hardware type jewelry? Or throw on your sheerest white V-neck t-shirt and a cable knit sweater over the top. There are so many ways to wear a V-neck that you’ll never run out of options.

A V-neck tunic is considered a fashion basic. It’s something you should have in your wardrobe at all times and in several colors. But there are some rules. Some V-necks can be very low cut. The low cut option is fine, but if you’re going to go this route, don’t bear too much skin everywhere else! You wouldn’t want to wear a short skirt and a low cut V-neck. Also, a V-neck tunic is the perfect opportunity to wear a statement-making necklace, but be careful not to wear a lot of other jewelry. Too much accessorizing can be overkill.

Whether you’re layering your V-neck tunic or adding a belt or a cardigan, choosing this flexible style is a smart bet. You’ll never run out of ways to wear it, and your fashion budget won’t suffer. Anyone can pull off this casual style and look good doing it.