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Forever 21
Don’t let the hordes of prepubescents stop you from venturing into this fast-fashion emporium. Wonderfully affordable silk-screened graphic tees abound for any wardrobe. Don the 100-percent-cotton Argyle Plaid style ($9.90) on Casual Fridays and the burnout Rocker tee ($15.80) for happy hour afterward. Solid color round-neck tees are available in coral, gold and mint, and for $4.80 each, there’s no harm in loading up. 50 W 34th St between Fifth and Sixth Aves (212-564-2346); 40 E 14th St at University Pl (212-228-0598); 568 Broadway at Prince St (212-941-5949); go to forever21.com for more locations

Gap
The ubiquitous purveyor of all things boring also makes an excellent resource for well-crafted tees for adults, teens and kids. Tops for men ($16.50) include ringers, basic crewnecks, stretch V-necks and undershirts ($12 for two), while ladies shouldn’t miss the fitted reversible shirts ($16.50). Inspi(red) by the colossal ads that have eaten Manhattan? The scarlet Global Fund tees cost $28, and proceeds go toward the battle against AIDS in Africa. 60 W 34th St between Fifth Ave and Broadway (212-760-1268); go to gap.com for more locations

H&M
If everything’s a tad too Eurotrash at this Swedish retail giant, go for the multitude of wallet-friendly tops ($5.90–$12.90) in virtually every shape and color, for both genders. Since its stock is updated daily, expect to compete with scads of runway copycats, bargain hunters and dazed tourists, especially at the chain’s gargantuan midtown flagship. 640 Fifth Ave at 51st St (212-489-0390); go to hm.com for more locations