It doesn’t take more than a few swipes of the thumb to see what’s trending on Instagram. If you’ve been keeping an eye on the most-wanted items to take the fashion world by storm, then you already know there’s one particular piece that has staying power: the padded-shoulder tee. We first saw the trend take shape with the iconic muscle tee from fashion-favorite brand The Frankie Shop a few seasons ago. And now, the casual and chic bold-shouldered top is becoming a ubiquitous choice among fashion people everywhere.

If you’re looking for a few new ways to wear the trend—which is taking on a new silhouette for 2021 with longer, elbow-length sleeves—IG has no shortage of outfit ideas for T-shirts with shoulder pads.

Check out how fashion people are styling the ultra-popular top below.

If you’re opting for a tank top version of the trend, give it a polished look with black trousers and leather loafers.

Adding a pop of color to your neutral-hued look will always be a welcome touch to any ensemble—including one created around this trend.

For those who want to sport a retro-inspired look, style the padded T-shirt with a miniskirt to create an outfit that feels reminiscent of the ’80s. 

When in doubt, you can’t go wrong by pairing the iconic muscle tee with sleek animal-print pants.

There’s something about wearing a padded-shoulder T-shirt with pleated trousers that feels so polished.

Looking for a foolproof way to wear the trend for summer? Tuck the top into your favorite straight-leg jeans and finish your look with a pair of strappy sandals. 

Trust us—adding the padded-shoulder tee to a head-to-toe monochromatic look is never a bad idea.

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