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How to Wear White Long After Labor Day

Some rules are meant to be broken

With everyone from Isabel Marant to your dog walker breaking the mold, it’s safe to say that head-to-toe white is completely acceptable past September 7. Besides, you paid good money for that stuff and it deserves to be worn. To get you in the mood to sport your ivory palette well into fall, here are a few styling tips.

white jeans and chambray

Start With A Classic Chambray

While it’s still warm, top your skinnies with a slouchy denim shirt.

white sneakers

And Don't Stash Those White Sneakers

They'll look great with your arsenal of sweater dresses.

white dress

Top Your Frock With A Moto Jacket

Leather automatically toughens up a feminine silhouette.

white skirt

And Then Do The Same With Your Midi Skirt

Note: Tights and booties are OK only when you also go dark on top.

white jeans with cardigan

When It Gets Cooler, Toss On A Cardigan

It instantly transforms your summer whites.

pink sweater

Or Cover Up With A Pastel Sweater

Warm and cozy never looked so chic.

white blazer

Or Go All-out

A sleek ivory blazer makes this outfit decidedly appropriate for the upcoming holidays.

white coat

And Finally, Just Buy The White Coat Already

You know you want to.


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