As the cooler months approach, so does the early 19th century faux paux -- "Never wear white shoes after Labor Day." I never really understood what it was all about, why not wear white? Maybe because during Autumn, fashion trends lead more towards warmer tones, or maybe it's because white reflects the heat and sun, which keeps you cooler.
It's never made a whole lot of sense, and runs along the lines of some other "fashion rules" --Never wear an open toe shoe to a funeral, only trampy women wear red nail polish, safety pins only belong on diapers. Who thought up all these crazy things anyway!?
I was curious to know more. I searched for an explanation and apparently, when it comes to wearing white it originated in the South in the 1950's, with the rising of "middle class." They were big on creating rules that dictated how to be fashionable.
Now, jump forward to 2008 and white is making a break through to ALL seasons and not worrying about the 'after memorial day and before labor day' thing. Some still say it's a firm "NO" when it comes to white shoes after Labor day, but more and more of us are branching out.
If you are looking for a safe way to wear white these days, go for a look Rachel Bilson rocked last fall -- white pants, light brown jacket with black buttons and knee high brown boots. Super Cute!When it comes to Winter- the cream white colored coats, scarves, purses, boots are all pleasing to the eye. It's a glorious time of year to bring out the crisp look of white.
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