This Summer White Isn’t Just for Weddings

Demi and Ashton in summer white dress

Summer is wedding season, but even if you’re not ready to get hitched, there’s plenty of reasons to wear white this August. The bright, classic color may not be as slimming as its midnight counterpart, but it’s plenty sexy, and nice and cool during the simmering summer months.

One of the most daring ways to wear white is on the bottom. While white pants or capris can be less than flattering on anyone above a size zero, if you find the right pair – in the right size, it can be a great beachy look. When searching for the perfect pair of white bottoms, look for a quality material such as a heavy (non see-thru) jean or high quality woven linen. Higher quality materials will prevent the pants from wearing thin, and showing any imperfections underneath. They will also provide more defined lines to shape your figure. Pair white pants with flirty wedges or bright colored stilettos.

If you’re still not sold on the white pants, go for a figure flattering white jacket. You can pair it with almost any other color, and the brightness of the jacket will make the outfit pop – and you look tanner.
Another option is the white mini-dress – an outfit that’s been extremely popular among celebs this summer. You can dress it up with heels, or make it more casual by pairing it with a cute pair of flip flops.

And don’t be afraid to keep wearing your white wardrobe into the fall and winter. The “no white after labor day” rule is a thing of the past. Try a white pashmina paired with a cropped jacket for the fall, or a faux fur white hat during ski season.

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-Hannah Perlmutter

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