How to Wear Winter White

By now, I think we can all agree that the “no white after Labor Day” rule is dead and gone. Personally, I never liked that rule much anyway. This season, it’s all about how to wear winter white!

If you’ve been following me on instagram, then you know that white is my go-to hue year round. I love a chic, monochromatic white look, especially in the winter. There’s just something about wearing all-white during the colder months that feels so fresh, feminine, and seasonally appropriate. However, that’s not to say that wearing an all-white look can’t be a bit daunting or challenging.

So today, I’m excited to partner with Talbots for their Friends and Family Winter Event to bring you a timeless winter look and share 3 tips on how to wear winter white this season! Plus, you can get 40% off your Talbots purchase from December 10th-17th using this promo code here!

No. 1 - start with the staples

Nothing pulls together a cozy winter look more seamlessly than a trusty cashmere sweater – a closet staple totally worth investing in this season! This cashmere sweater is the perfect shade of winter white (that lush, ivory, off-white color) and is so soft I can’t stop wearing it. (Is 3 days in a row too much?… Asking for a friend…)

Starting with your staple white/off-white items is the simplest way to create a soft, tonal look this winter. Try pairing an ivory cashmere sweater with stark white denim, like I did, to add contrasting shades and textures for the ultimate, chic wintry outfit.

Can I just have a moment to share these earrings?! My new favorites from Tuckernuck!

No. 2 - layer up

Layering is quintessential for any white winter look. Take your outfit to well-tailored places with this Faux Fur Ivory Wool Coat wool coat. Layering with a long, ivory wool is a great way to not only stay warm but to also look perfectly polished this season.

If you read my post about coats for colder weather, then I don’t need to explain my infatuation (read: coat hoarding) for a great statement jacket. Well, I’ve added this one to the list because it is an outerwear game-changer, y’all. It’s the impossible-to-find coat: warm AND cute! The faux fur collar is such a fun an playful touch, but also removable should you want to take it off (although, I don’t recommend it because it’s just THAT cute!!!)

No. 3 - contrast is key

Sure, you could go all white in the same boring shade. But why not add a pop of contrast to break up the tones a bit? Whether you choose to wear a berry-stained lip or incorporate another neutral shade, adding a bit of contrast to your tonal look is A-okay.

Not sure about what shoes to wear with your winter white jeans? I broke up my wintry white outfit with these fun (and super comfy) Buffalo Plaid Loafers. I’m a sucker for anything buffalo check, but I saw these loafers and knew I wouldn’t be able to go on any longer without them.