Is it a Fashion Faux Pas? or Can you wear White after Labor Day

It’s well over a week past Labor Day but I keep hearing all this fuss asking is it ok to wear White. Does anyone follow the rule: No White After Labor Day? Cassie didn’t. She was spotted in NYC wearing white skinny jeans and a white tank top after Labor Day

Lisa Raye never follows this rule. White has become her signature color. The actress says she loves white because ” its easy, clean, crisp, fresh, and alive. It became easier to wear it because it catches your eye and doesn’t waste brain power on what colors go with what. ”

So where did this rule come from? Supposedly you shouldn’t wear white because white reflects light and heat making you cooler in winter. Others suggest the rule stems from a class issue given to newbie rich folks in order to “fit in.”  I’m still on the fence about this…When I was living in the south it was more acceptable given the weather was warmer for longer. Now that I’m on the east coast I’m a little torn. The weekend before Labor Day I made sure I rocked my white skinny jeans. Now I’m having second thoughts. Can I wear White after Labor Day and still be fashionable?

According to Suze Yalof Schwartz, executive fashion editor-at-large at Glamour magazine the answer is YES!  She says “Don’t put away white denim.” Pair white jeans with a chunky sweater, a blazer, or leather boots. 

 Even though I have White Skinny jeans I might try Gap’s low rise boot cut jean. Its a fabulous fashion find for $12.99

To step up my work chic, I may cop a pair of Winter-White or off White winter pants. I’m thinking of trying  Banana Republic’s “Jackson” sleek wide-leg pant in Moonlight.

I’ve been eyeing this Burberry quilted jacket for a while now and was thinking of purchasing in Black however the White might be good choice since it can be worn both in Fall and Spring.

In addition to this white jacket I’m also a fan of white/cream/off white peacoats.

Looks like I’ll be breaking the NO WHITE after Labor Day rule because these options are hot! iDig em but I still must warn that no matter what time of the year I am a firm believer that you should NEVER wear white to a wedding unless you’re the bride! NO EXCEPTIONS!

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