Tank tops are essential for summer, especially at this time in the season when temperatures are getting near unbearable. But a plain white tank top isn't the most exciting. Why wear something expected when you can opt for a tank top in a bright bold red shade or a tank top with straps made of an assortment of beads, instead?

Tank tops work for everything in your summer wardrobe, from denim cut-offs to silk slip skirts. You can wear one every day of the week and still not feel like you're outfit repeating. It's the rare basic that can be easily dressed up and down. And we think there are currently five tank top trends that are worth investing in this summer if you really want to diversify your looks. Ahead, shop our favorites.

Shop the best tank top trends, below.

Boatneck tank top.

There's nothing more quietly classic and chic than a boatneck tank top. The silhouette screams easy elegance and works if you want to cover up some more skin or accessorize with a longer statement necklace.

Embellished tank tops.

Texture is a major trend this year and you can see that in some of the most popular tank tops of the moment. They aren't just made of cotton, they're covered in sequins, embellished with silver or made with satin fringe. It's the easiest way to add a little something extra and it's Dua Lipa approved.

Tank tops with detailed straps.

If you've been on social media for even just five minutes this summer, chances are you've seen a handful of looks featuring tank tops with straps made up of an assortment of beads. Beaded necklaces are cute (and trending) but dare we say beaded straps are even cuter.

Colorful tank tops.

A colorful tank top is a simple way to make an impact. Opt for bold red for something really in-your-face or a more subtle butter yellow for something quieter. Either way, you can easily layer these over longer tops come fall.

Crochet tank top.

Nothing screams summer like a bit of white crochet. White crochet tank tops are easy to wear everything with anything but give that kind of effortless summer ease you spend all year dreaming about wearing.

Tank Tops with contrast straps.

There's something sporty about a tank top with constrasting colored straps. It reminds us of a jersey and is ideal for a summer dominated by NBA finals and World Cup discourse.