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Fall Outfits Need a Bit of White

Shirley Jones Luke
2 min readOct 22, 2024

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White Outfits Don’t Get Enough Support

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The notion of shunning white clothing after Labor Day is a fashion faux pas that has persisted for decades. While this antiquated rule once held sway in certain social circles, it has become increasingly outdated in today’s fashion-forward world. It’s time to break free from this arbitrary restriction and embrace the versatility and elegance of white clothing year-round.

Historically, the prohibition against wearing white after Labor Day stemmed from a desire to distinguish between summer and winter wardrobes. White was associated with leisure and vacation attire, while darker colors were reserved for the formality of the fall and winter seasons. However, this distinction no longer aligns with contemporary fashion trends.

White clothing offers a multitude of benefits that transcend seasonal boundaries. It effortlessly complements a wide range of skin tones and hair colors, creating a timeless and sophisticated look. White also has the power to visually elongate the figure, making it a flattering choice for individuals of all body types. Furthermore, white exudes a sense of purity, innocence, and elegance, making it appropriate for both casual and formal occasions.

In recent years, high-fashion designers have challenged the traditional notion of seasonal color restrictions…

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Shirley Jones Luke
Shirley Jones Luke

Written by Shirley Jones Luke

Shirley is a writer. Ms. Luke enjoys books, fashion and travel. She is working on her second poetry manuscript, a collection of essays, and a fiction novel.

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