White Hots (and Nots)
For me, white has been the new black for quite some time - it goes with everything and has the added bonus of making its wearers stand out. Perfect for attention junkies like me. While I wear white tanks, tees and blouses all year round, I don’t eff around with the color below the belt until Spring/Summer. Why? Because white becomes increasingly difficult to pull off as one goes from torso to toe; a little tan (and a tight tush) go a long way. Behold, a guide to the White Hots and Nots of warm weather wares.
Jeans - White Hot
The color itself might be unforgiving but denim - even in white - tends to minimize icky things like cellulite and pantylines. Not that we have any. (At left: Twist skinny jeans, $11.95, Beacon’s Closet).
Dresses and Skirts - White Wary (oy, alliteration OOC today)
Legs need to be tan and toned, obvs. Shirtdresses work best for all bods. Maxidresses and long, peasanty skirts are a go for you bitches who aren’t vertically challenged. But be wary of anything mini, strapless or scoop-neck. The standard rules for dresses are mandatory where white is concerned - the thinner you are, the shorter/tighter/lower you can get away with. Unless you happen to be 105 lbs and have (what are obvs fake) boobs, in which case you can go to hell. Nothing sluttifies a white dress like a serious rack, so consider your yabbos in this regard. Continue reading →
Tagged: Denim • Shirtdresses
