How to wear white after Labor Day

August 18, 3:17 PMNorfolk Style ExaminerJaime Booth

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Jennifer Lopez, January Jones wearing white (Dolce & Gabanna) in September 2008. Photo: eonline.com.

Is wearing white after Labor Day ever appropriate? Most of us have always been advised of the fashion law: NEVER WEAR WHITE AFTER LABOR DAY, but more recent  fashionistas are breaking conventional rules and turning the un-stylish into exciting new trends.

The rules of fashion are not constant. In the 1950s, above-the-knee skirts were unacceptable. In the 1970's, velveteen fashions were a must have for autumn wardrobes.  In the twenty-first century, is white finally acceptable after Labor Day? Yes! Please keep in mind that a white blazer at your Thanksgiving dinner will not be appreciated by all, but fortunately, fashion rules are becoming less restrictive and are allowing more individuality.

Www.justforlaughschicago.com notes that color is not as important as fabric: "...if it’s white linen or a light weight, sheer cotton, save it for summer. Weightier fabrics such as moleskin, flannel, velvet, corduroy, weighty silk or satin work because they have a “heft” to them that reflects the season..." Also discussed are the preferred shades of white to be worn after Labor Day, including cream and ivory. According to www.mystyle.com, "Now you may wear white on any appendage, at any time, to almost any affair." The author did not neglect to mention that white would not be the color of choice when dressing for a funeral but advises that the color can be worn most other times and places.

Don't let Labor Day send your favorite white fashions to the back of your closet. Even consider some creamy additions to your fall wardrobe. Sweaters can be worn in shades of white throughout fall and winter. The Crumpet Sloppy Joe Sweater (Photo: www.net-a-porter.com) and similar sweaters work well with many cold-weather styles. Although the creamy color may be reminiscent of spring and summer garments, the oversized style as well as its cashmere fabric make this a great choice for the upcoming seasons! Outerwear like Sunner's wool-cashmere 'Calgary' Ruffle Short Jacket (Photo: www.Bluefly.com) is another great way to incorporate shades of white into your post-Labor Day styles. Although traditionally, white should not be worn after Labor Day, this year, I suggest you "lighten up;" wear white in any season.