Wearing white after Labor Day has been a long time fashion “don’t”. But don’t be so quick to trust every fashion rule you read. With the warm weather carrying on into September, and even October and November, it’s completely acceptable to wear those summer whites even longer. Adding a pop of white can be the perfect accent piece this fall.
In an interview with Cosmopolitan, Celebrity stylist Robert Verdi suggested “[pairing] whites (whether they’re jeans, a blazer, a bag) with a silhouette that is decidedly fall, like a navy velvet cigarette pant (that way it will look less summery) or a wool fedora.”
With that in mind, here are five HC-approved ways to inspire you to crack the winter white stigma and rock the shade all year long.
1.) A great way to spice up your skinny jeans and black T-shirt is with a white blazer, like this white Topshop Textured Crop Jacket. It’s perfect for a casual yet sleek look.
2.) Leather is a fall fashion staple. Pair a white collar shirt (like this cropped one from Nasty Gal) or turtleneck tank from Helmut Lang with some leather pants for an excellent outfit for a night Uptown.
3.) No need to tuck the white jeans away. Try these 7 For All Mankind ‘The Slim Cigarette’ Stretch Jeans and style them with an oversized cozy sweater and your favorite booties to create a head-turning look.
4.) Tuck this white Rebecca Minkoff Mini M.A.C. under your arm and pair it with a simple dress or chunky sweater for a coffee date with your best friend.
5.) Last but not least, match these Missguided Clara Snake Print White Strappy Sandals with a black pencil dress, ideal for any lavish event.
Don’t feel apprehensive about parading this bomb color around! Have some fun working the summer shade into your fall and winter styles through blazers, tops, accessories and shoes. It’s a guaranteed way to stand out on campus this year.