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Back to Basics: Timeless White Dresses (Part VI)

I want to dedicate this final part of our “Back to Basics” series to a spring/summer essential: the white dress. Like that special LBD, we all need a little white dress that can represent ourselves.

As you can see from the six outfits featured below, from Rosie Huntington’s sweet romance to Nora Zehetner’s subtle edginess to Jessica Stam’s modern simplicity to Stacy Keibler & Stacy Keibler’s sexy glamour, these fashion-conscious tastemakers stay true to themselves while nodding to the white dress trend that is spotted everywhere now, from the Cannes film festival to the streets.

how to wear white dress; featured: Christian Dior white bustier, white skirt, white Christian Louboutin pump, Vanessa Bruno Eyelet blouse, Manolo Blahnik BB Patent Leather Point Toe Pumps, Chloe pale pink skirt, Jacquie Aiche jewelry, Burberry aviator sunglasses,

Photos: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley; Courtesy of vogue.co.uk, instyle.com.

How to wear white dress; featured: Susana Monaco Flutter Tube Dress,  Rebecca Taylor Strapless Knit Dress,  Diane von Furstenberg Zarita Lace Dress,

From left:
Susana Monaco (on sale!)
Rebecca Taylor
Diane von Furstenberg (great buy 40% off here)

how to wear white dress;Black and white trend; On Nora Zehetner: Nora Zehetner Bird cut out white dress, Calvin Klein metallic ankle strap sandal,Calvin Klein metallic box clutch;  On Jessica Stam: two tone dress, black and white, black pumps, purple clutch

Photos: Nora Zehetner & Jessica Stam; Courtesy of vogue.com.

How to wear white dress; black and white trend; cut-out trend; featured: Topshop Lace Appliqué Dress with with asymmetrical hem,  Three Floor Adolescent Sister Dress with cut out,  Sportmax Himare Deep V-neck Knitted black and white Dress,

From left:
Topshop (great designer version here)
Three Floor
Sportmax

how to wear white dress; Featured: Jennifer Hudson at the first annual Amy Winehouse Foundation Inspiration Awards; Stacy Keibler at the Escada flagship shop opening

Photos: Stacy Keibler & Jennifer Hudson; Courtesy of instyle.comdailymail.co.uk.

How to wear white dress; peplum trend;body-hugging dress; featured: Cynthia Steffe 'Brooke' Ponte Knit Peplum Dress,  Donna Ricco Jacquard Sheath Dress,  London Times Sleeveless Halter dress with waist embellishment

From left:
Cynthia Steffe
Donna Ricco (on sale here; great style here)
London Times

A great pair of shoes is a perfect match for all these versatile knee-length or slightly above the knee dresses featured today. I handpicked eight of my favorites, from basic, functional neutral pumps to bright color sandals to arty, collect-worthy stilettos, they will surely spice up our LWDs! The best part? They won’t go out of style!

how to wear white dress; Spring 2013 shoes guide; Featured: Manolo Blahnik BB Suede Point-Toe black pointy toe Pumps,  Nine West Drusilla white pumps,  Valentino 'Rockstud' Pump,  Jimmy Choo Lance Mirrored Metallic Leather Sandals,  kate spade new york 'licorice too' neon colored pump,  Stuart Weitzman 'Platswoon' nude Pump,  Steve Madden 'Realove' ankle strap Pump,  Aquazzura Sexy Thing Cutout Booties,

1. Manolo Blahnik (similar here)
2. Nine West (another great pair here)
3. Valentino
4. Jimmy Choo (more color options here! great alternative here)
5. Kate Spade New York (on sale! also here)
6. Stuart Weitzman
7. Steve Madden (also here)
8. Aquazzura

Hope you enjoy today’s entry as much as I did!

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Designer Sale Top Picks

Memorial Day has been the harbinger of summer, but more exciting to fashion lovers, it’s the start of designer sales! Net A PorterSaks Fifth Avenue, Shopbop & Barneys New York are four of my favorite places to score designer pieces, from It Bags to lust worthy shoes to investment classics. Below are my top picks. Good luck!

2013 spring Designer sale top picks: Givenchy Bicolor Medium Lucrezia Duffel,  Michael Kors Collection Gia Flap Shoulder Bag,  Alexanda Wang Diego Bucket Bag,  Alexanda Wang Hornback Suede Prisma Tote,

Clockwise from top left:
Givenchy bicolor Lucrezia duffel
Michael Kors flap shoulder bag (great style also on sale here & here)
Alexanda Wang Diego bucket bag
Alexanda Wang Hornback tote

2013 spring Designer sale top picks: Alexanda Wang Anjelika strap heels,  Nicholas Kirkwood Metallic leather and suede blue pumps,  Salvatore Ferragamo Varina Patent Bow Flats,  Gianvito RossiG littered leopard-print mesh pumps ,

Clockwise from top left:
Alexanda Wang Anjelika heels
Nicholas Kirkwood metallic leather and suede pumps 
Salvatore Ferragamo flats (vanillapale blue and turquoise are also on sale) 
Gianvito Rossi glittered leopard-print pumps 
Brian Atwood platform pumps

2013 spring Designer sale top picks: IRODeven leather-trimmed metallic tweed jacket,  Theory Aija Wrap Front Silk Top,  Perforated leather mini skirt ,

From left:
IRO leather-trimmed metallic tweed jacket
Theory Aija wrap front silk top (great casual version here)
Perforated leather mini skirt 

2013 spring Designer sale top picks: JBrand Slouchy Boy Jeans,  Burberry Embellished mid-length cotton-twill trench coat,  Hunter Bell fashion Star Midi orange cut out Dress,

From left: 
Hunter Bell Fashion Star midi dress
J Brand slouchy boy jeans
Burberry trench coat (another classic style also on sale here)

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Back to Basics: Timeless White Blazer (Part V)

How to wear white blazer; black and white; wide leg jeans; white on white; On Laura Whitmore:Paul Joe white blazer, Joie white blouse, J Brand white distressed skinny jeans, Kurt Geiger black pointy toe pumps, Pandora rings,  Stella Dot Gitane Tassel Necklace, Stella Dot Soar Necklace;  On Vogue editors Esther Adams: white blazer, brown saddle crossbody bag, wide leg jeans,striped top,Photos: TV presenter Laura Whitmore & Vogue editor Esther Adams; Courtesy of vogue.comcontactmusic.com.

Today’s featured item is the most requested one in our “Back to Basics” series: the white blazer. There is no need to say more about how essential it is, so let’s go directly to our “style class”.

As a basic and staple piece, there are countless ways to wear a white blazer (check out related post here & here, you can always search “white blazer” at my home page for more inspirations), today I want to share with you two of my favorites this season:

First one is an all-white look from Laura Whitmore. Head-to-toe white is right on trend now, and I love how she used black accessories to play with the black/white trend as well, resulting a fresh, modern, high-impact ensemble.

Like we shared here, for simple color palette like this, details really matters: her artful layering necklaces add a whimsical & luxe touch, sheer blouse and pointy-toe pumps infuse sexiness, while distressed jeans grounding the polished vibe.

Esther Adams’s retro chic pairing is definitely what I would wear now since the whole fashion world is turning back for inspirations. High-waisted wide-leg jeans teamed with platforms are leg-elongating. Striped top and vintage looking brown crossbody bag enhance the overall retro vibe. Choose a cropped blazer if you are not as tall as Esther Adams.

Both looks are great for women of any age (for 40s and above, change Laura Whitmore’s distressed jeans to a basic white one or straight leg version for a more polished look). Also, for those of you who want to add some cheerful spring color, these are very similar outfits featured on Miranda Kerr & Rosie Huntington-Whiteley for you!

How to wear white blazer; black and white; white on white;   On Laura Whitmore:Paul Joe white blazer, Joie white blouse, J Brand white distressed skinny jeans, Kurt Geiger black pointy toe pumps, Pandora rings,  Stella Dot Gitane Tassel Necklace, Stella Dot Soar Necklace;  Alternative: Rag And Bone White Textured And Quilted Jefferson white Blazer,  Mango MANGOfit sheer white blouse,  Citizens of Humanity Racer Skinny white distressed Jeans,  Enzo Angiolini 'Infiniti' black Pump,  J.Crew Skinny patent belt,

Blazer: Rag & Bone (see it on Rihanna here; also on sale here)
Blouse: Mango (Joie version on Laura Whitmore here)
Jeans: Citizens of Humanity (J Brand version on Laura Whitmore here; similar here)
Shoes: Enzo Angiolini (great style here)
Belt: J.Crew
Necklace: Stella & Dot tassel necklace & soar necklace (yes, they are the ones artfully layered on Laura Whitmore)

How to wear white blazer; wide leg jeans;  On Vogue editor Esther Adams: white blazer, brown saddle crossbody bag, wide leg jeans,striped top, Alternative: Theory 'Lanai' Twill white Jacket,  INTERMIX Bailey 44 EXCLUSIVE Striped Henley top,  MiH Marrakesh Kick Flare Jeans,  Diane Von Furstenberg platform sandal,   Fossil Vintage Revival Flap Portfolio Bag,  Jacquie Aiche Alphabet Letter Initial Waif Ring,

Blazer: Theory (similar here & here)
Top: Intermix (great alternative here & here)
Jeans: MiH (see it on Miranda Kerr here; similar here)
Shoes: Diane Von Furstenberg
Bag: Fossil (on sale here)
Ring: Jacquie Aiche