Dress Beautifully: all white outfit

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Dec 8, 2021

Pure as the Driven Snow

Gals, if I'm going to go monochromatic, hands down I'm going to choose white - or winter white in this case. There is something elegant, sharp and fresh about a clean palette.

Disclaimer: do not try wearing this with toddlers!

Now, just because there's no color doesn't mean this look is plain or lacks style. In fact, I still incorporated print with my handbag, texture with my croc boots & knit sweater, shine with my gold earrings and rings and modern detail with the exaggerated shoulder & puff sleeve.

These concepts apply if you were to create a monochromatic look with any color. They add dimension and detail.

I encourage you to find a shade that suits your fancy and go all out with it!

Dress Beautifully in Winter White

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Aug 5, 2020

Pure White

Do you have a Summer uniform? Mine looks a lot like this. White on white on white. It's my most favorite shade (can you call it a color??) to wear. I love the crisp, clean brightness of white. It makes me feel so fresh ... and so clean clean - now you have that jam stuck in your head #sorry.

Warning: don't try to wear this with your toddler!

These jeans are amazing! I actually brought them home from the store's sale section for $9.99. How's that for a bargain?!! They're still available and while they might not be as cheap as lunch they're still at a fab price. I love the higher waist to hold it all in (pet peeve - jeans that stretch and slide down UGH)

And the leg extends straight down from the hip which is the most flattering and most comfortable, in my opinion. I love a pair of skinnies as much as the next gal, but a little breathing room feels so nice.

I'm a basic white tank over tee gal. I prefer sleeveless tops for movement and feel that they elongate my arms/body and I'll take all the elongating I can get... Even if it's just the perception in my head. I also tend to style my outfits with more coverage on my lower body than upper. It's just the proportions that make me most comfortable. A muscle/straight sleeveless tank is best as it conceals the undergarments completely (I find it utterly atrocious to have your undergarments exposed in any compacity).

I knotted this tank and added a gold necklace to shine up this monochromatic ensemble. I continued the palette down to my canvas espadrilles.

Anther great way to wear white on white is to add a belt for a little break in the canvas.

Be brave and step out in an all white outfit ... carefully!

Dress Beautifully in All White

XOXO Sarah- Louise

Mar 18, 2020

Beige is All the Rage

Beige is not bland. It's soft and simple. It takes the edge off of harsh white.

Monochromatic ensembles aren't bland either. They're cohesive and showcase the details, like the luster of the satin fabric of this blouse, the cowl neck and high waited shapes of these pieces and the shine and texture of this gold chain belt.

You don't have to stick to neutrals when wearing within a hue. Shades of a color paired together is very pretty. For example, a hot pink pair of pants with a lighter pink top or even a hot pink blouse that has a print detail will create a beautiful and bold look. I'll add that to my list of posts to share :)

I know that a complete white out is not for everyone (it's certainly not kid friendly) but it is my favorite and honestly not as fragile as you think. Just don't have spaghetti for supper!

Jan 29, 2020

Ivory Romance

Isn't it romantic? The lace, soft sweater and flowy skirt all in a creamy ivory color exude a feminine and light look. I could wear an all white outfit everyday! I find 'Winter white' which is just another term for ivory, cream, or off-white fresh and unexpected during these cold months. And since down here in the South we don't actually get white Winters we can still have that 'pure as the driven snow' sensation.

While the outfit is monochromatic I did incorporate contrast with the textures of the fabrics & shoes. The delicate lace neckline against the thick pointelle knit (woolen fabric with small eyelet holes) paired with the light pleated skirt creates a balanced combination that keeps you seasonally appropriate.

Now these loafers! My oh my they stopped me in my tracks when I saw them on the table in the shoe department. First, they're ivory so they spark color joy and second the two toned bit shines so bright and third the block heel elevates to the perfect height. These are timeless and just so sharp!
The sophisticated, menswear inspired style adds so much chic to so many outfits!

Fashion is out there everywhere but style, style is how you put it all together. For me it's light palettes, feminine details and classic pieces.

Find what speaks to you and wear it beautifully!