Hooray! We are now officially in-between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Here in the U.S., it is prime time for wearing white. That said, it is also time to look closely on the etiquette of wearing white. Plus, we will also explore how to wear white properly.
WHO wears white?
The answer is obvious – EVERYONE, with the most famous and most visible are the brides. But, we will not talk about the bride. We will focus on YOU.
WHEN do we wear white?
Traditionally, we wear white between Memorial Day and Labor Day. And though many no longer observe that rule, there are still many holdouts that you can still see raised eyebrows if someone wear white during a formal party (unless you are a bride) during fall.
There are so many theories, even urban myths and legends surrounding the fashion dictum of when to wear white. From delineating the summer season from spring and fall to class implications. Some are even blaming the 19th century fashionistas, and from left field, the coal miners seem to accidentally have made this rule possible.
WHERE do we wear white?
Another easy answer – EVERYWHERE except at a wedding where the bride is the only one allowed to wear white. And that is a hard and fast rule. If you want eyebrows to rise and your BFF not to talk to you for at least a month, dare to wear white on her wedding.
Meanwhile, white had been seen on the red carpet, on the streets of metropolises, at the cottage by the beach and favorite coffee shops in the mountains, albeit mostly during the summer months.
WHY do we wear white?
Because it is a beautiful color! It is so versatile that a white dress or blouse even rivals the Little Black Dress in its usefulness as a go to outfit. Ask Anne Fontaine who built her business around the White Shirt. Sold worldwide, the Anne Fontaine white shirts remain the brand’s anchor collection.
WHAT do I need to wear white properly?
Believe it not, wearing the proper underwear is very important in creating an impeccable look when wearing white. Because white is so light, the color of the underwear you are wearing is almost always visible. And contrary to popular belief, white underwear is not recommended because they show through. Wearing panties and bra as close to your skin tone as possible will be far more invisible than white.
Luckily, there are many types of bras in the market today to satisfy your needs. From the standard T-shirt bra to strapless and V-neck, they all come in fifty shades of nude for all body types. My choice of bra for white dresses is the Luxe V-neck because it can accommodate all types of necklines from round to scoop and of course the low-cut V. This V-neck bra is available at Knix.
With what’s underneath your perfect silhouette taken cared of, complete your look with the Chiara High shoes by Mercedes Castillo, jewelry from the Chamilia Coral Reef collection and Laid Polarized sunglasses from eyebobs.
