Billy's wardrobe is built from very few parts: a fitted ribbed tank, faded denim, heavy boots and a couple of loud 1980s touches. That short list is exactly why it translates so well off screen, for women, men and anyone who likes an edgy, gender-neutral look. When I put a version of it together, the tank does most of the work and everything else is a supporting cue: the open shirt, the belt with real weight to it, the aviators, the pendant. You can copy the character closely for a themed night or borrow only the attitude for a concert or a hot weekend. The 25 combinations below run from the obvious white-tank-and-jeans to a few I'd only reach for once the basics feel familiar.
What I Look For in the Ribbed Tank Itself
Almost every look below lives or dies on the tank, so it's worth being fussy. A cheap tank and a good one look identical on the hanger and completely different after three washes. When I'm pulling tanks for this kind of look, these are the things I check in order.
- Rib width: a narrow 1x1 or 2x2 rib reads right for the era. Very wide ribs look more like loungewear.
- Strap width: wider straps, roughly two fingers across, give the athletic shoulder line. Spaghetti straps turn it into a camisole.
- Armhole depth: if the armhole drops well below the bra band, the side of the bra shows every time you lift your arm.
- Length: it needs to reach a few inches below the waistband so a full tuck stays put when you sit and stand.
- Fabric weight: thin cotton-modal blends feel soft but go see-through and lose their shape at the neckline. A heavier cotton rib holds up.
Under a White Rib
White ribbing stretches open over the bust, and the gaps between ribs let color show through. A bra close to your own skin tone disappears; a white bra often shows more than a nude one does. Racerback or straight-across straps that sit under the tank straps keep things tidy. If you're busty, a tank with a double layer at the front or a slightly heavier rib saves you from constant tugging.
1. Billy Hargrove White Tank Top With Faded Jeans
This is the one I'd build first, because every other idea on the list borrows from it: a fitted white ribbed tank and faded blue jeans in a straight or slim leg. High-waisted denim makes the shape more feminine, while mid-rise gets you closer to the authentic unisex silhouette. A black leather belt with a plain silver buckle is what stops the light colors from blurring together at the waist. Worn black ankle boots, a small pendant and silver aviators finish it. Leave the hair a little messy; a polished blow-dry fights the whole idea.
2. Billy Hargrove Red Tank Top With Black Jeans
Red is the louder version, so I keep everything around it dark. A fitted rib tank with wide straps sits better here than a skinny-strap camisole, because the wider strap gives the shoulder that slightly athletic line the character has. Black straight-leg jeans with some fading at the thigh keep it from looking like a new going-out outfit. Add a thick black belt and combat boots, plus a light-wash denim jacket for when the evening cools. One hoop, one pendant and the aviators are enough; any more and the red stops being the point.
3. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Double Denim
Double denim only works if the two washes are clearly different. I pair medium-wash straight jeans with an oversized light-wash jacket so the pieces read as two garments rather than a matching set. Tuck the white tank all the way in and cinch it with a substantial leather belt, since that dark band is the only thing separating top denim from bottom denim. Flat lace-up boots look closer to the source; heeled boots shift it toward a more feminine take. Worn denim beats dark, crisp denim every time for this one.
4. Billy Hargrove Lifeguard Tank Top With Red Shorts
The poolside version is the most recognizable to fans, and the easiest to wear in real heat. Look for a white or red athletic tank with contrasting trim and put it with high-waisted red shorts, either a running cut or a tailored pair. Tube socks and clean white sneakers sound costume-y, yet they're what keeps it sporty instead of swimwear. If you want more coverage, an unbuttoned short-sleeve shirt over the top solves it. Skip extra jewelry: red and white are already doing plenty.
5. Billy Hargrove Black Tank Top With Leather Pants
Faux leather pants make this the sharpest version on the list. I steer people toward a matte or lightly grained finish, because high-shine vinyl reflects light at every crease and makes a simple cotton tank look cheap next to it. A silver-buckle belt and black pointed boots give one unbroken dark line from waist to floor. The faded denim jacket over the top is what keeps it tied to Billy rather than a generic rock outfit. Fair warning: faux leather traps heat, so this one is for indoor shows and cooler nights.
6. Billy Hargrove Gray Tank Top With Ripped Jeans
Heather gray softens the whole look and is far more forgiving than white for everyday wear. It hides a little sweat and doesn't show the bra underneath. I like it with faded jeans that are ripped only at the knee or a pocket corner; heavy shredding pulls it into a different decade. A dark denim jacket tied at the waist, chunky lace-up boots and a crossbody keep it practical. Untucked reads unisex, tucked into high-rise denim shows the waist. I'd make that call after seeing how the tank's hem lands, since a long tank untucked can swamp a shorter torso.
7. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Open White Shirt
The open button-down is probably the single most Billy detail after the tank itself. Layer a slightly oversized white cotton shirt over a fitted ribbed tank, roll the sleeves to the elbow and leave most of the buttons undone. A softly wrinkled shirt matters here; a crisp office blouse makes it look like you forgot to finish dressing for work. Faded straight jeans, a black belt and ankle boots keep the lower half quiet. The pendant should land on the tank, not get lost under the shirt placket, so I check that in the mirror before anything else.
8. Billy Hargrove White Tank Top With Denim Skirt
A high-waisted denim skirt is my favorite way to make the white tank look less like a costume. A straight mini, a knee-length pencil or a longer skirt with a front slit all work, as long as the denim is faded and the seams are clean. Tuck the tank in and give it a belt with a heavy metal buckle, then ground everything with black ankle boots. Delicate jewelry fights the direct mood, so I'd keep it to aviators and one pendant. You get more movement than jeans and still the same recognizable outline.
9. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Cargo Pants
Cargo pants carry a lot of volume at the thigh, which is exactly why the tank has to stay fitted or tucked. Olive or washed black in a straight leg looks right; a white tank gives the sharpest contrast, a dark red one feels moodier. Lace-up combat boots and a short denim jacket pull it back toward the 1980s without adding bulk. For a long day of walking or travel, this is the comfortable choice, and nobody needs to squeeze into tight denim.
10. Billy Hargrove Cropped Tank Top With High-Waisted Jeans
With a cropped tank the hem placement is everything. I want it to meet the waistband of high-waisted jeans or overlap it by a finger's width, not stop several inches above it, because that small overlap keeps the look retro instead of current-festival. Vintage-wash straight jeans that fit at the hip and ease below the knee suit almost any shape, especially with some stretch. A wide black belt, platform boots and a denim jacket over the shoulders finish it. Check the overlap sitting down too; rib knit rides up when you bend.
11. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Flared Jeans
Flares push the outfit deeper into the era and lengthen the leg in one move. I'd pick a moderate flare over a true bell-bottom so it still reads as something you'd wear on a Saturday. The tank tucks smoothly into the waistband, and heeled ankle boots matter more than usual: the hem should just clear the floor in shoes, or it drags and frays within a week. A cropped denim jacket keeps the top half short, which balances a curvy hip nicely. Keep patterns out entirely.
12. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Denim Shorts
Cutoffs are the natural hot-weather partner for a white or red rib tank. Pick high-rise cutoff shorts with an inseam you can actually sit in, and a slightly loose leg opening; very tight shorts dig in at the thigh and shift the look away from the source. White crew socks with worn black sneakers or boots are the right footwear here. If you bring a denim jacket, pick a different wash from the shorts so the outfit has some depth. Good for theme parks and outdoor gigs where you'll be on your feet all day.
13. Billy Hargrove Red Tank Top With Blue Denim Jacket
Red under faded blue denim is one of the clearest color pairings you can wear. Leave the jacket fully open so the tank stays visible, and push the sleeves just above the wrist. Black slim jeans make the base sleek; medium-wash blue turns it into a double-denim variation. Black boots with a low heel, a hoop, a pendant and the aviators are all it needs. Red, blue and black stay clearly separate in photos, which is why I suggest this one for themed events where you want to be recognized across the room.
14. Billy Hargrove White Tank Top With Plaid Shirt
Plaid is a slightly softer stand-in for the open solid shirt. A red or navy plaid worn unbuttoned over the white tank, with faded straight jeans and a black belt, reads instantly as small-town 1980s. Choose a medium-weight cotton or a flannel shirt cut a size roomy, but watch the shoulder seam: if it drops more than an inch past your own shoulder, the layer starts to look borrowed rather than chosen. When the afternoon warms up, tie it around your waist and you have a second outfit.
15. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Black Denim Jacket
A black denim jacket gives a darker, more streamlined line than the faded blue one. Over a white or gray rib tank the contrast is strong, and medium-wash blue jeans stop it going entirely black. My rule with jacket shape is simple: an oversized jacket wants slimmer jeans, a cropped fitted one wants straight or relaxed denim. The pendant has to show inside the open front. I find this the most useful spring and fall layer of the lot, for days when leather feels too heavy.
16. Billy Hargrove White Tank Top With Red Pants
Red pants borrow the lifeguard palette without turning into a uniform. Deep red straight-leg denim or relaxed cotton trousers with a tucked white tank and a black belt make a strong, simple base. Black ankle boots keep it grounded; retro white sneakers make it lighter for daytime. Because the pants already pull the eye, I strip the accessories back to aviators and one pendant. It's a good option for a creative office or a fan event where you want the color story without copying a screen outfit exactly.
17. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Oversized Leather Jacket
An oversized leather jacket adds a lot of structure, so the rest has to stay simple. Look for a worn black or dark brown jacket instead of a polished biker style; the slightly beaten-up surface matches faded denim far better. Underneath, a white rib tank and slim or straight jeans, a black belt, pointed boots and aviators. Wear it open or over the shoulders so the fitted tank still shows. For petite frames I'd go hip-length; a longer, roomier jacket on a short torso swallows the whole outfit.
18. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Wide-Leg Jeans
Wide-leg jeans are the comfortable, modern route for anyone who dislikes slim denim. I look for a pair that skims the hip and only starts widening from mid-thigh, which flatters far more figures than jeans that balloon from the waist. Tuck a close-fitting white or washed-black tank in so the waist stays defined, then add platform ankle boots so the full hem doesn't swallow the foot. A cropped denim or short leather jacket keeps the top half short. Same tank-and-denim formula, much easier to move in.
19. Billy Hargrove Black Tank Top With Blue Jeans
A black tank with blue jeans is the plainest outfit here, and the details decide whether it says Billy at all. Faded straight-leg denim, a sturdy black belt and leather boots rather than sandals do most of that work. A light-wash denim jacket stops the dark tank from looking too minimal. Full tuck, half tuck or untucked depends on where you want the waist to sit. Black rib also fades to charcoal in the wash faster than most colors, so wash it inside out in cold water if you want it to stay inky.
20. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Track Pants
Retro track pants make a sporty take on his summer wardrobe. Red, navy or black with a simple side stripe, in a straight or gently tapered leg, looks period-right; a skinny jogger looks like gym wear. White sneakers, crew socks and aviators keep the vintage cue going, and a small belt bag worn across the chest holds the essentials. I'd keep logos to almost nothing. Great for travel days or anything where you need to move freely.
21. Billy Hargrove White Tank Top With Brown Corduroy Pants
Brown corduroy is the earthiest version and the one I'd wear in early fall. A straight leg in fine or medium wale, high or mid rise, with the white tank tucked and a dark leather belt. Brown or black ankle boots continue the palette, and amber-tinted aviators look better here than mirrored ones. Cord wears shiny at the knee and seat over time, so I wash it inside out and never iron it flat on the right side. Layer an open cream shirt or faded denim jacket on top, depending on the temperature.
22. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Denim Overalls
Overalls are the playful one. A fitted rib tank in red, white or charcoal under faded straight-leg overalls, both straps fastened for a neat look or one left down for something more casual. Check the bib height first: a high bib covers most of a white tank, so a red or charcoal tank shows up better underneath. Rolled hems, black lace-up boots or worn high-tops and a black wristwatch finish it. If you add a layer, make it a cropped black jacket instead of more blue denim.
23. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With White Jeans
White jeans flip the usual pairing, so the tank goes dark: black, charcoal or deep red. Straight or relaxed high-rise jeans keep the silhouette simple, while a black belt and ankle boots anchor the pale denim. The faded blue jacket brings back that familiar denim texture. One practical point I always check: thin white denim shows pocket linings and underwear, so hold the pair up to a window before buying and pick a heavier weight. Retro white sneakers make it a lighter summer option.
24. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Long Denim Skirt
A long denim skirt is the most modest version, and it changes the mood more than you'd expect. Pick a faded blue skirt with a front or side slit; without one, a straight long skirt limits your stride. Tuck in the rib tank, belt it firmly and add ankle boots, or retro sneakers for daytime. A cropped denim jacket makes it coordinated, a black leather one adds contrast. The long vertical line lengthens the body, and the fitted tank keeps the top from getting lost.
25. Billy Hargrove Tank Top With Red Denim Jacket
The last one reverses the colors: a red denim jacket over a fitted white tank, which nods to the poolside palette in a way you can wear to the shops. Faded black or medium-wash blue jeans underneath, depending on how much contrast you want. Keep the jacket open and roll the cuffs once so the white tank stays visible. A cropped jacket shows the waist; an oversized one leans unisex. Red dye in cotton denim can bleed for the first few washes, so wash that jacket alone or with dark colors before it ever goes near your white tanks.
Themed Party or Ordinary Tuesday: How Far to Push It
The same pieces can look like a costume or like plain good taste, and the difference is how many cues you stack. For a themed party or a fan event, I go all in: open shirt, aviators, pendant, a single earring, a heavy belt and hair with real volume at the crown. People should get the reference in a second.
For everyday wear I cap it at two cues on top of the tank and jeans. The belt plus the aviators is a good pair; the open shirt plus boots is another. Past that, it starts to look like you're dressed for a screening.
Making New Denim Look Lived In
Bright new indigo is the fastest way to make this look feel off. Secondhand jeans already have the fading, which is why I check thrift racks before anything else. If you're starting with a new pair, a few hot washes will lift some color, and a light rub with fine sandpaper along the pocket edges, hem and knee mimics years of wear. Go slowly. You can always fade more, but you can't put indigo back, and overdone distressing looks fake from across a room.
Start With the Tank, Then Add One Cue at a Time
Every outfit here comes back to a short kit: a fitted rib tank, faded denim, a belt with real weight, black boots, aviators and a pendant. Once you have those, the rest is adjusting shape to your body and the occasion: wide-leg jeans instead of skinny, a long skirt for coverage, cargo pants for a long day out. Red, white, black and washed blue keep the palette recognizable. If you're unsure where to begin, buy the tank first, wear it with jeans you already own, and add one cue at a time until it feels like yours rather than a costume.
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