
I’m currently sticking my tongue out to whoever thought it was okay to ban wearing white after Labor Day. Like, no fam, white is the bees knees and I’ll continue wearing it wherever and whenever I please, thank you very much. Come on – winter whites, anyone? They’re freaking beautiful. So here I am, exactly a week after the date in questioning, feeling chic AF in my white and blush ensemble. In fact, I was quite excited to find that this top was absolutely ideal for early fall with its longer sleeves and layered peplum. Chicwish nailed it with this blouse, creating a silhouette that’s ladylike and luxurious, while also incredibly effortless.
Alright, so maybe the white after Labor Day rule was created because, if you think about it, white helps you stay cool in the sweltering sunshine. In a 20th century summer, if you were wealthy enough, you could wear the colorless tone somewhere posh (say, the Hamptons) rather than messing up your digs in the grime of a city (say, New York City). However, Labor Day was the symbol of summer ending, and whether you were heading back to school or work, you’d opt for a darker shade, so as not to showcase the dirt on your clothing while in the heart of the city. (Read more about this here)
Luckily, we’re no longer in the 20th century, and though the cities are still sometimes grimy, they’re not nearly enough to wreck our bright white outfits. So come one, come all, and buy up all the whites you can see, because you’ll be donning those year-round with ease! You’ll notice a darker vibe to my blog come winter, when black is truly the easiest to grab from the closet on a frigid morning, pre-coffee. However, what you won’t notice is the disappearance of white and it’s sister shades like cream, blush, and tan! This top from Chicwish truly is the best of white (and you can see my other favorite right here that I wore in FL). Rather than sticking with a plain white T this autumn, how about something with a little more … POW?!
Outfit Details
top | denim | shoes | bag | sunglasses | similar necklace | bracelet 1 | bracelet 2









Donna says
Love this top and I agree, that rule needs to be demolished!
Hannah says
Loving that white top on you! So so cute and great for fall:)
xoxo, Hannah
Lacey @wearetheglittergospel says
Love that top girl!!! White is so a four season color… idc what anyone says!
xx,
Lacey
The Glitter Gospel
Rach says
I actually didn’t realize that about white in the summer but now it makes sense! I’m all about breaking the rules and wearing white whenever. Especially if I owned that gorgeous top!
http://www.rdsobsessions.com
Stephanie Konkle says
I totally agree & def wear white after Labor Day. It’s such a crazy “rule”.
Love your top and how you styled it!
xo, Steph
http://www.urbanblonde.com
Iliana says
Your style just keep evolving and evolving!! I love how simple but yet chic you look with a hint of sporty with those shoes. I would totally wear white and this look after Labor Day hahha we are rebels! The details on your blouse is beautiful and the pearls on those shoes totally complete the outfit.
xx
Iliana | http://www.sophisticatedfashionista.com
Morgan says
This outfit is SO cute! Obsessed with that purse. The color is amazing!
Stefanie says
your vision for locations amazes me every time!! i loved this look and totally think its ok to wear white whenever you want to! and those shoes are too much fun! xo
Jenna says
What are seasonal/color rules anymore?! Rocked it!
Morgan says
This outfit is SO cute! Obsessed with that purse. The color is amazing!
Ruthie Ridley says
Omg!! Girl you look FLAWLESS! I am in LOVE with that top on you!!!
Christina says
Cute outfit! I always wear white after Labor Day, it’s a year round color for me!
Julia Comil says
Such a great topic! Love how you styled white! Perfect for fall indeed
Christina says
Cute outfit! I always wear white after Labor Day, it’s a year round color for me!
Rachael Thomas says
I’m in love with this top! The eyelet detailing is so pretty, and the length is perfect. I’m all for wearing white year round!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
kileen says
i love the eyelet details in your top! i love white after Labor Day too and perfect look with sneakers!
kileen
cute & little
Patty says
Loving that top and shoes! Love your whole look babe!
Julia Comil says
Such a great topic! Love how you styled white! Perfect for fall indeed
Patty says
Loving that top and shoes! Love your whole look babe!
Anna says
I think, even in the cities, at times, whites, tans, linens, & silks were worn due to the lack of air conditioning. Then as fall approached people returned to their wools & other hardier, warmer fabrics. We now live in such controlled environments that our material choices are almost more of tradition, habit, & preference. Great location, Steph!
Lily says
Seriously, who’s idea was it to ban white after labor day?! You look lovely and I love your sunnies!
xo, Lily
Beauty With Lily
Anna says
I think, even in the cities, at times, whites, tans, linens, & silks were worn due to the lack of air conditioning. Then as fall approached people returned to their wools & other hardier, warmer fabrics. We now live in such controlled environments that our material choices are almost more of tradition, habit, & preference. Great location, Steph!
Nataly says
That top is so pretty on you! I love the background too! Who says you can’t wear white after labor day!
maria says
i love this white top! i always wear white after LD 😀
Lily says
Seriously, who’s idea was it to ban white after labor day?! You look lovely and I love your sunnies!
xo, Lily
Beauty With Lily
Caitlin says
OMG. Need these shoes in my life!!!
Maggie says
This top really is chic AF!! I love your title haha and that little pink bag is so cute!
Maggie
http://www.polishedclosets.com
Lindsey says
Rock that white girl!! And still loving those adorable embellished shoes 🙂
Lindsey | http://www.seamlesssea.com
Lauren says
SO so true! I’m all about year-round white! Love how you styled this, and also love the shoes 🙂
Xx,
Lauren | http://www.mylifeaslaurr.com
Alison says
ADORE the soft pinks you paired with this pretty look! I totally believe in white after Labor Day.
xo Ali of ali-v.com
Life of a Sister says
You rock it girl!!
Melissa | Bubby and Bean says
Best post title ever. And I wear white all year long!
Caitlin says
OMG. Need these shoes in my life!!!
Kelsey says
I am in love with that top!! I am a firm believe in wearing white all year round haha xo Kelsey | http://www.chasingcinderellablog.com
Maggie says
This top really is chic AF!! I love your title haha and that little pink bag is so cute!
Maggie
http://www.polishedclosets.com
Lindsey says
Rock that white girl!! And still loving those adorable embellished shoes 🙂
Lindsey | http://www.seamlesssea.com
LuxMommy says
Love that top so much!
Lauren says
SO so true! I’m all about year-round white! Love how you styled this, and also love the shoes 🙂
Xx,
Lauren | http://www.mylifeaslaurr.com
Alison says
ADORE the soft pinks you paired with this pretty look! I totally believe in white after Labor Day.
xo Ali of ali-v.com
Life of a Sister says
You rock it girl!!
Melissa | Bubby and Bean says
Best post title ever. And I wear white all year long!
Ashley says
This top is so gorgeous!! I love how you styled it!!!
LuxMommy says
Love that top so much!
Kristin says
Love, love, love that pretty eyelet blouse! I totally agree, the rule about no white after Labor Day is a silly one, and I will continue to rock it all year long!
Debbie Savage says
This top is so fantastic! It looks so fabulous on you! Looking so gorgeous doll!
April says
This white eyelet top is so pretty! It’ll look so good with suede boots!
April | http://www.thebluehydrangeas.com
Megan says
White is one of my favorite things to wear in the winter! I can see you rocking this all winter long!
Megan | http://www.pipmegan.com
Kristin says
Love, love, love that pretty eyelet blouse! I totally agree, the rule about no white after Labor Day is a silly one, and I will continue to rock it all year long!
April says
This white eyelet top is so pretty! It’ll look so good with suede boots!
April | http://www.thebluehydrangeas.com
Megan says
White is one of my favorite things to wear in the winter! I can see you rocking this all winter long!
Megan | http://www.pipmegan.com
Sandy a la Mode says
YES! I love this! I’m so over people saying no white post Labor Day haha I LOVE white and will wear it all year long! 😉 I love this look on you!
Ashley DTKAustin says
I LOVE white after Labor Day! I can’t believe some people still follow that rule…
Samantha says
I love your top! White is so pretty on you!
http://www.thefitbrunette.com
@samanthabowers_
Tif says
Cute outfit! I’m continuing to rock white after labor day too:)
Tif
http://www.brightonabudget.com
Laura || Walking in Memphis in says
I am loving your Chic AF look! That white top is gorgeous, and I love the look you paired it with! Those sunglasses are so awesome, I need a pair.
Tif says
Cute outfit! I’m continuing to rock white after labor day too:)
Tif
http://www.brightonabudget.com
Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels says
I am loving your Chic AF look! That white top is gorgeous, and I love the look you paired it with! Those sunglasses are so awesome, I need a pair.
Nicky says
Looking great in that white top darling!
Nicky x
http://www.nickyinsideout.com
Sara says
Give me alllll the white after Labor Day! I will never stop wearing white jeans!
xo, Sara
Nicky says
Looking great in that white top darling!
Nicky x
http://www.nickyinsideout.com
Sara says
Give me alllll the white after Labor Day! I will never stop wearing white jeans!
xo, Sara
Anna English says
The sleeve detailing on that top is so cute!
Kelly @Birdieshoots says
Such a cute blouse, love the peplum-style hem!
Birdie Shoots
Kelly @Birdieshoots says
Such a cute blouse, love the peplum-style hem!
Birdie Shoots
KatWalkSF says
I am all about white after labor day! Too fab!
Laura Leigh says
One the title of this post is SO great! Two that top is beyond adorable. I am in LOVE with it!!!!
xo Laura Leigh
http://www.louellareese.com
Laura Leigh says
One the title of this post is SO great! Two that top is beyond adorable. I am in LOVE with it!!!!
xo Laura Leigh
http://www.louellareese.com
Lindsay says
I love white all year long too! your shoes are the cutest 🙂
Alice says
This makes me want to pull out my whites too! So cute!
Thomas Falkenstedt says
Haha babe, how I’ve missed reading your posts as I’ve been too busy. I love it how you give the middle finger to everyone still living by an obscure 20th century rule made up to divide rich and poor and as someone who always says screw conventions I applaud you. And then there’s always dry cleaning… You look stunning as usual and returning to your blog made me smile!
Thomas xx
Thomas Falkenstedt says
Haha babe, how I’ve missed reading your posts as I’ve been too busy. I love it how you give the middle finger to everyone still living by an obscure 20th century rule made up to divide rich and poor and as someone who always says screw conventions I applaud you. And then there’s always dry cleaning… You look stunning as usual and returning to your blog made me smile!
Thomas xx
Brittney says
Loving the sunnies on you! Goes so well with the rest of your outfit!!
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Brittney
Missxbo.com
Debbie Savage says
This top is so fantastic! It looks so fabulous on you! Looking so gorgeous doll!