Some Rules Were Made to Be Broken!

Indeed, if we were members of the elevating middle class of the late 19th century through the 1950s, all breathable white fabrics and pristine white shoes would be packed away until the next Memorial weekend. Fortunately, rules of social etiquette have greatly evolved since that time period and contrary to popular belief it is okay to wear white after Labour Day.

We must all bear in mind that certain colors and fabrics are highlighted during particular seasons for a reason. Dark wool knit materials are not befitting of the heat intensive summer months. Yet, should we limit the well-garmented display of an entire color to a few weeks within the year? This question is not meant to indicate that white sandals and sun hats should be worn against the backdrop of fall and winter months, but a lovely blouse or, dare I say, even a sleek pant could endure beyond the first Monday in September.

“Before Easter, after Labor Day, the old rules no longer ring true. White is a 365 day-a-year proposal! Keep the fabrications appropriate to the season and you will always be chic.”
–Ken Downing, Neiman Marcus creative director

(Picture provided by collegefashion.com)