Taking those summer duds and making them fall-worthy is a careful art form; if you can don a few essentials all year round, you’re golden, literally and figuratively. So, in the spirit of saving some bucks, we’re here to dispel the age-old myth that white jeans can’t be worn after Labor Day. In a season when prissy style is out and tough chic is in, we think that if they’re done right, white jeans can make just the statement.
For a tough-chic but still classy look, we suggest starting with a fitted pair of cigarette jeans in white. To offset the summery pant, go with grays and blacks on top: a loose-fitting, softer than soft button down, and a more structured faux leather bomber. To get in on the cut out trend we’ve been loving, try a sleek pair of peep toe booties and to top it all off, a very fall chunky gold necklace.
7 For All Mankind Gwenevere Skinny Jeans, $169
LNA Button Down Blouse, $121
Silence & Noise Faux Leather Jacket, $98
Nine West Phantom Bootie, $99.95
Banana Republic Layered Chainlink Necklace, $86
Experiment with summer styles for fall and browse our choices for the best in tees for your shape and sunglasses. And don’t forget to pick up a versatile blazer to throw on over those chic summer frocks.
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The white jeans seem tough to pull off unless have a naturally thin body frame. Any suggestions for women size 8 and up?
If you’re uncomfortable wearing skinny white denim (understandable), I’d go with a straight-leg style instead (like these: http://bit.ly/kTOQH), paired with the same slouchy shirt/shrunken leather jacket combo.
The denim is more universally flattering than a super skinny jean, but with heels and some layering, should have the same long, lean effect.