We're living in a new age where your grandma's old adage of, "Never wear white after Labor Day," doesn't apply. Which means we still get to have fun with white long after Labor Day has passed. So I came up with 6 ways to wear white well into winter without ever looking out-of-season (because nobody wants that!).
1. Grab yourself a tailored pant suit
Don't think politician pant suit--think tailored, and almost menswear-like. Ladylike suits and menswear are a recurring trend in the fall/winter months, so this is something to invest in because it'll come back every year.
Take a note from these celebs and buy a shape that best fits you and your body. If you're slender, go for a more fitted shape. If you're curvy, go for a flare or boot-cut leg with a blazer that hits right at the hip. Be sure to take it to a trusted tailor for the finishing touches.
2. Add a bold white coat for frosty winter
If you want a coat that doubles for fashion and functionality opt for a trench, military, pea coat, or wrap style. This is another investment item because you'll wear a classic style like a trench or military coat every year.
3. Wear your skinny white pants or knit leggings with boots
This is a pretty simple formula: take your favorite pair of white skinny jeans or knit leggings, add a dark shirt or tunic, and finish with boots. I know we all have our favorite style of boots, and the great thing about this formula is that is works with every boot style! Go mid-calf, riding boots, high-heel knee boots, or even booties - they're all chic pairings for your white jeans. Keep just one rule of thumb for this look - contrast your white with dark colors (like January Jones). 4. Get some winter white sweaters
All styles are appropriate here! V-necks, cardigans, crew necks, slub knits, cable knit, turtlenecks - you name it, you can wear it.
5. Keep your legs cozy with knee socks or tights
In order to make these not feel like the stark white tights your mom used to dress you in at Christmas, you should lean toward knits. Knitted tights or knee socks with a rich purple dress or rust-colored skirt are primo fall pairings. If you want to try traditional tights, opt for cream instead of stark white.
6. Go vintage (or at least, vintage-inspired)
Vintage-inspired looks are always a recurring fall/winter theme. One fool-proof way to wear this trend is to snag a 50s-inspired dress. Take a leaf out of Dita von Teese's book and choose a loose, knee-length style.
Take it a step further and rock a set of bold, red lips too!
How will you keep your white chic for winter?
