Buying a super-simple T-shirt sounds easy, but the hunt can quickly become a real **cottonundrum**. You might want nothing more than a solid color, a comfortable fit, and a neckline that does not stage a fashion **revolt**. Instead, you may find glitter, slogans, oversized logos, or sleeves that seem to have gone their own separate **way**. Prices also range from pocket change to “that shirt better do my laundry” territory. Fortunately, Dover has enough options to help you keep your wardrobe **straightforward—and your spending in stitches**. Here are 10 places to check for a basic tee.
*Price note: The figures below are approximate average prices for a plain or minimally branded adult T-shirt, before tax. Retail inventory and prices change, so call ahead when possible.*
- **Walmart Supercenter**
- **Kohl’s**
- **Marshalls**
- **T.J. Maxx**
- **Reny’s**
- **Ocean State Job Lot**
- **Goodwill Store & Donation Center**
- **The Salvation Army Family Store**
- **The Dover Thrift Shop**
- **Dover Army Navy Store**
**Website:** [Walmart Dover](https://www.walmart.com/store/2189-dover-nh)
Walmart is a strong first stop for an inexpensive crew-neck or V-neck T-shirt in black, white, gray, or other everyday colors. The typical price is about **$8**, making this option easy on the shirt—and the wallet. Look for house-brand basics and multipacks if you want your wardrobe to **multiply without causing financial division**.
**Website:** [Kohl’s Store Locator](https://www.kohls.com/stores.html)
Kohl’s usually carries simple tees from brands such as Sonoma Goods for Life, Croft & Barrow, and Hanes. Expect to pay around **$14 per shirt**, although sales and coupons can bring that number down faster than a neckline after one too many hot washes. It is a good place to find a basic tee with a little more structure and **a discount that really shirts the deal**.
**Website:** [Marshalls Store Locator](https://www.marshalls.com/us/store/stores/store-finder.html)
Marshalls is worth browsing when you want a plain tee from a recognizable brand without paying full department-store prices. The average price is roughly **$10**, though selection can be wonderfully unpredictable—your perfect shirt may be waiting right beside a sweater covered in sequins. In other words, the hunt is **off the rack and running with it**.
**Website:** [T.J. Maxx Store Locator](https://tjmaxx.tjx.com/store/stores/store-finder.jsp)
T.J. Maxx often has solid-color cotton and cotton-blend T-shirts for approximately **$10–;$12**, with the average landing near **$11**. Check the men’s, women’s, activewear, and basics sections because the plainest shirt may be hiding in an unexpected aisle. This is a case where **maxx-ing out on simplicity** is entirely acceptable.
**Website:** [Reny’s](https://www.renys.com/)
Reny’s is a New England general store with clothing, seasonal items, and practical basics. A simple tee generally averages about **$12**, depending on the brand and fabric weight. It is a useful stop for shoppers who want a shirt that says, “I came to buy one thing,” even if the store persuades them to leave with **a whole cart of Maine ideas**.
**Website:** [Ocean State Job Lot Store Locator](https://www.oceanstatejoblot.com/store-locator)
Ocean State Job Lot can be a bargain hunter’s best bet, with basic shirts often averaging around **$6–;$8**. Sizes, colors, and brands may vary from visit to visit, so this is less of a carefully curated experience and more of a textile treasure hunt. The prices are low enough to make your budget **feel seam-lessly satisfied**.
**Website:** [Goodwill Northern New England Locations](https://goodwillnne.org/shop/locations/)
Goodwill is ideal if “super simple” means affordable, gently used, and free of loud graphics. A basic T-shirt commonly costs about **$6**, although premium labels and new-with-tags items may cost more. Inspect the fabric, seams, collar, and underarms before buying, because secondhand shopping is all about finding a shirt with **goodwill toward your wardrobe**.
**Website:** [The Salvation Army Thrift Stores](https://satruck.org/)
The Salvation Army’s thrift store selection changes constantly, but plain tees often average around **$7**. You may find everything from a nearly new athletic shirt to a vintage cotton basic that has already lived a full and meaningful tee-life. Bring patience and a measuring tape if fit matters, because thrift-store sizing can be **a little off the cuff**.
**Website:** [The Dover Thrift Shop](https://www.doverthriftshop.com/)
This local resale option is worth checking for inexpensive solid-color shirts, especially if you prefer supporting a community-oriented shop. A straightforward tee typically averages about **$8**, though prices depend on condition, label, and fabric. Since donations change daily, your best strategy is to browse often and let the right shirt **sew the moment**.
**Website:** [Dover Army Navy Store](https://www.facebook.com/DoverArmyNavyStore/)
An army-navy store can be a good source for durable, no-nonsense T-shirts, including heavyweight cotton styles and practical undershirts. Expect an average price of approximately **$15–;$20**, with **$18** being a reasonable estimate for a basic new tee. These shirts may be simple, but they are ready to **enlist in your everyday rotation**.
Whether you want the lowest possible price, a soft cotton favorite, or a thrifted shirt with a little history, Dover offers plenty of ways to keep your wardrobe uncomplicated. Start with Walmart or Ocean State Job Lot for bargains, try Kohl’s or Reny’s for predictable basics, and browse the thrift stores for unexpected finds. With a little patience, you can find a shirt that fits the bill—and perhaps even **raise the bar without raising the collar**.