The Shopping Bag: How to wear white

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Who said you couldn't wear white after Labour Day? Try this outfit on for size.

Remember when wearing white after Labour Day was something to be avoided? That was the case for a long time. Trying to find white basics and great pieces to incorporate into your wardrobe was quite the task. It seemed like no one had it in their stores but it is such a pleasant shade to wear.

Those misconceptions that white can be unflattering and easy to get dirty are no longer a concern in today’s trends. For the past year, celebrities, fashion designers and bloggers have been bringing white back, incorporating it back into style and keeping it fresh. They showed how to their audiences white looks glamorous, trendy, classic and angelic.

Of course, once something is that trendy and it hits the stores, we all have to have it, and it looks like we’ll be crazy about white for a while.

The featured outfit shows you how white can be dressy/casual. White dresses were once always designed to be worn for mostly formal occasions but now that stretch fabrics are dyed every color and basics are available in every silhouette and color, having a white crop top and skirt available is no exception.

The crop top and fitted skirt was a staple for Kim Kardashian, the inspiration of this outfit. A scuba neck crop top and high waist, tight white skirt is the perfect ensemble for a girls’ night out. It oozes sophistication and versatility. You can accessorize this outfit with pretty much anything but a sizeable arrow bracelet, thick bangle and body chain is the perfect pairing. To fully complete the look, a light purple smokey eye and soft waves add a feminine touch.

White High Waist Skirt: The perfect basic to brighten up any outfit. In this outfit it is paired with a crop top but can the worn with a loose camisole, tucked in for a more causal look. (American Apparel, $45)

White Scuba Neck Crop Top: This neckline is the easiest silhouette to find an accessory for. The neckline balances out the cropped silhouette and keeps it looking classic. In this outfit it is worn with a body chain but you can wear any type of chunky necklace with this top. (H&M, $12)

Although basics are usually not hard to find, sometimes finding the right material is the deciding factor with basics. The material of the skirt is slightly thicker so it will be more durable in the wash and easier to tuck shirts in when you switch up your outfit.

With these basics it also makes throwing this outfit together while in a rush home from school or work a breeze. It also makes choosing your shoes for this outfit super easy because any pair will go with it. You can choose a nice nude pump to complement the neutral outfit, a bold strappy heel or colourful heel to complete your accessorizing. Whichever option you choose, it will go with this outfit because it is the “go-to” outfit.