Style It: Winter White Out
Do you see those women wearing winter white and think, “I couldn’t pull that off”? Well, you can – trust me. In the dreary days of January, winter white feels oh so fresh, and makes a statement among the throngs of black coat/black leggings/black boot wearing crowds. Go for heavy drama and don an all-white look, or take it down a notch and pair your whites with pale neutrals like taupe, camel and grey – and even a dash of black. Play with shades ranging from paper white to ecru to ivory, and add a generous dose of texture and shine for interest.
LADY IN WHITE
Take the ladylike vibe to a whole new level by pairing winter white separates with unique metallic accessories. A graphic lace sweater and flirty skirt get some boyish charm with a wool baseball jacket. Unexpected earrings, a studded silver leather clutch and croc embossed heels let them know that you may be a lady, but you’re still a force to be reckoned with.
Where do I think you’re going? A ladies-who-lunch brunch.
WHITE PARTY
Ivory wide leg pants and a shiny top – season-less and always stylish. Use a grey wool coat to tone down the full on white-on-white look, and add some black and white accessories for a graphic punch. Then grab a silver cuff and head out the door.
Where do I think you’re going? Any where you want.
WHITE AT WORK
Yes, you can dress appropriately for work and be winter cozy at the same time. An ivory chunky turtleneck looks fab with skinny jeans, but becomes office-friendly with a matching pencil skirt. Add a fur vest, taupe knee-high boots, and a gold cuff – and tie it all together with a neutral color block bag.
Where do I think you’re going? To the office – and you’re in charge.
WHITE HOT
You’ll be totally cool (and totally hot) in white skinnies, a boyfriend tux blazer, and floaty lace top. Ground your look with chunky camel booties, and add some edgy-girlishness with delicate sculptural earrings.
Where do I think you’re going? Girls’ night out, of course!
Are you ready to go white in winter? Tell me how you’ll be wearing it in the comments!
Paul Julch helps busy people to streamline, organize, and update their wardrobes so they can get dressed with ease and always look stylish and feel confident. Any budget, any lifestyle, any body. His business is Urbanite|Suburbanite, and he works with clients to develop a modern, current, versatile wardrobe that expresses personal style rather than trends. Paul is based in the SF Bay Area, and remote wardrobe & style coaching is available for out-of-towners. Visit Paul’s website http://urbsuburbstyle.com for more style advice, and follow him on Facebook www.facebook.com/UrbaniteSuburbanite/ , and Instagram www.instagram.com/urbsuburbstyle/ to stay up to date on the best styling tips and tricks.
