Blanched and Brocade

Steal My Style

With sweet summertime fading away, I was determined to wear this tank before kissing the summer sun goodbye.  Upon picking it up at a "recycled clothing" shop in LA, I had pictured wearing it with a pair of cut-off and cut up jean shorts and my favorite sandals.  I adored the flowing Grecian Goddess feel, with the tie waist and jeweled neckline.  Since the top was being worn after Labor Day, I felt the cut-off short idea was obsolete.  Alternately, I decided to pair the top with black and red brocade ankle pants from H&M, metallic Target oxfords, and a large gold pyramid cuff.  This outfit was perfect for a Sunday family dinner the new Mission Taco in Soulard.

Had it been chillier out, or later in the fall season, a cropped moto-style jacket would style flawlessly.

Gracie by missallierae featuring chunky jewelry

How to Wear White after Labor Day

White after Labor Day?  Do you dare?  Does it come as a surprise that this debate still occurs?  In my opinion, the "no white after Labor Day" RULE is so passe (and whoever makes these RULES about fashion is just silly to begin with).  And if the rule is a rule, aren't the rules made for the rebellious to break anyways?  Now, I'm just going on a tangent.  Let's see, it's September 2nd and the temperature reads 80 degrees.  Sorry, but I'm not about to break out the fall clothes just yet.
Bottom line:  My summer whites are going to make the most of their days, while they can.

A few tidbits of advice I would give while wearing white after Labor Day:

Avoid:  Linen, lightweight cotton, chiffon, flowy fabrics.  Anything that SCREAMS summer.

Doable but brave:  Eyelet, crochet, lace.  With these fabrics being bolder options for after Labor Day, you have, have, (HAVE!) to be careful what you pair them with.  Don't wear your eyelet top with seersucker shorts, you get my drift?  Do an eyelet dress with a pair of boots and/or fur vest.

Always:  Heavier and chunkier knits, leather, tweed (lace and silk)

What's your opinion on white after Labor Day?

Here are a few ways I would style my whites after summer and well in to fall:

Millie by missallierae featuring a crop top

Kate by missallierae featuring a leather tote bag

Elizabeth by missallierae featuring stud earrings

Meghan by missallierae featuring ripped skinny jeans

Emma by missallierae featuring Yves Saint Laurent