Summer Classic: Tips on Wearing White

Updated on May 23, 2007  |  06:57 AM IST |  2.5M

1. Always Wear Flesh-Colored Undergarments

Look for pieces that closely match your natural skin tone to create a clean, seamless look.

2. Be Careful Where You Put Your White

Since white reflects light and makes things appear larger, don't wear solid white on your largest body parts only, like your chest, hips, or thighs, because it will make those areas look bigger. Instead, opt for white monochromatic ensembles, which elongate, or wear white on a small body part, or use white to accentuate a figure asset.

3. Steer Clear of White Hosiery

It chops you up visually and makes you look shorter. It's not great if you're short, medium, or plus size, trying to look taller and slimmer.

4. Think Twice About Wearing White Shoes

White shoes scream "summer!" and are a popular choice for warm weather months. But since white shoes make your feet look bigger and can also visually chop up your leg and make you look shorter, they may not be the best choice. Look for shoe styles that elongate, or steer clear of white shoes entirely and opt for flesh-colored shoes instead.

Finally, if you don't like the way white looks on you or if white just isn't your color, try an off-white shade instead like ivory, eggshell, or oyster. Try another light shade instead.

Wearing white is a great way to look chic, stay cool, and enjoy the warm weather months. White makes you look calm, cool, and collected - even on the hottest days.

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