Okay, the weather is not cooperating with my posting. So much for my last posting about the wet, dreary days of January. In my defense, wearing white was a topic I was going to cover in a few days. It’s just that now it is so pretty and warmer, it makes me think of lighter colors. What is it about this weather that inspires me/you to clean, eat better, walk, and other healthy things? Well, you can ponder that after you read the rest of this and let me know. Hopefully after reading you’ll be inspired to wear white or winter white no matter what the weather is!
I’m going to start with a winter essential, I think, but rarely worn right now. A white jean. This one is ankle length but, if you would feel more comfortable, get a regular length, bootcut or straight leg. Or, for a cool sixties look try a wide-leg white jean…whoa….very mod! Haven’t seen one but will look and let you know. Anyway, if you choose to be a fashion “do”, make sure your denim is heavy weight and don’t do a whole summer look (i.e. summery sandals, light weight tops, etc.). You want to keep your other pieces winter appropriate. Wear boots, flats, chunky sweaters, layered tees, whatever. With this particular pair, they are obviously great for boot tuckin’. White denim might be hard to find for a 2 or 3 more weeks.
Vince skinny stretch jean/ Nordstroms/ $195.00
I have a skirt similar to this one but mine is truly a summer skirt and I get so many compliments on it. I haven’t felt this fabric but it up close it seems to be a fairly heavy cotton and it is lined. I would love to wear this with black tights and black pumps. Maybe yellow on top or more cream. I could also see a high neck blouse with it, kinda a Victorian vibe. Oh the possibilities!
Aniseed cotton skirt/ Anthropologie/ $128.00
I’ve saved the best for last. This is an ultimate “it” piece. What you can’t see is that the back is total chiffon ruffles too. I love this jacket. Put a sweet blush colored tee underneath with a pair of distressed boyfriend jeans and ballet flats or maryjane heels. Fab-u-lous! I’ll take it in a 6 please, no occasion needed.
Chiffon ruffle jacket with chain trim/ Topshop.com/ $160.00
Of course, if none of these are possibilities for you, at least get a pair of cream cords or a great winter white sweater. Wearing several shades of cream, white, and winter white is a beautiful look. You’ll look like a walking snowy vision, whether it’s sunny or snowing! And we will get cold again! Call or email if I can help in any way……
Tags: Anthropologie, topshop, Nordstroms, white jeans, chiffon ruffles, winter white, cotton skirt
January 31, 2010 at 10:21 pm |
Totally agree about the white jeans! They are perfect with all the winter colors and fabrics and your boots will really show off if you tuck. I also have very, very light grey. A good choice if you just can’t go all-the-way white.
February 1, 2010 at 9:13 am |
I have light grey also, I had forgotten!